Workplace Safety. FSU Emergency Management and Environmental Health and Safety

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1 Workplace Safety FSU Emergency Management and Environmental Health and Safety

2 Objectives Obtain a basic understanding of the following: Employee Safety And Health Program Employee Safety Policies Employees Safety and Health Handbook Selected Safety Topics

3 Employee Safety & Health Program Goals: Provide each employee with the tools, equipment, knowledge, and training to perform duties in a manner free of recognized hazards that could cause injury or occupational illness Provide each employee with a place of employment, free of recognized hazards that could cause injury or occupational illness Have plans to protect employees and remove them from danger during emergency situations Comply with all applicable safety and health laws, regulations, standards, codes, and policies

4 Employee Safety & Health Program Policies: 1. Establish and maintain an Employee Safety and Health Program 2. Develop safety and health policies, procedures, and work rules 3. Appoint safety and health professionals to assume the role of the Environmental Health and Safety Officer to assist in the direction and administration of the Employee Safety and Health Program 4. Establish and empower a system of safety and health committees, presided over by the Employee Safety and Health Committee 5. Encourage each employee to participate in the Employee Safety and Health Program, without fear of discrimination, reprisal, or punishment 6. Each employee, supervisor, and manager shall adhere to the policies, procedures, and practices of the Employee Safety and Health Program in the performance of their duties

5 Employee Safety & Health Manual Contains Safety and health policies and procedures Emergency Evacuation Plans and Security Plans unique to each building A hard copy of the Employee Safety and Health Manual shall be maintained in the office of Environmental Safety and Health An electronic version of the Employee Safety and Health Manual shall be maintained on the Emergency Management and EHS website

6 Development of Safety Policies/Procedures Creation or revisions may be initiated by: Human Resources, Environmental Health and Safety, Management, Employees and the Employee Safety and Health Committee Creation or revisions may be initiated based on: Requirements of regulations Identification of need, or recommendation by management or employees

7 Enforcement of Safety Policies/Procedures Supervisors are responsible for assuring that safety policies, procedures and practices are followed within their area of authority SAFETY

8 Safety Committees Multi-level safety and health committee structure Employee safety and health committee Lab safety and health committee

9 Safety Committees Employee Safety and Health Committee Chaired by: Cindy Wetherwax Members: Representative of each Department Emergency Management and EHS Director Meets once a quarter

10 Safety Committees Employee Safety and Health Committee Duties: Audit the effectiveness of the Employee Safety and Health Program to address identified weaknesses and/or areas of potential improvement, and to adopt or amend policies and procedures as needed Review University -wide accident trends and develop recommendations for abatement, control, and prevention of future accidents Hear employee recommendations and concerns on safety and health related issues Develop and implement means to increase employee awareness of, and participation in, the Employee Safety and Health Program

11 Safety Committees Lab Safety and Health Committee Chairman: Dr. Brizler Meet no less than once every three months One member shall serve as the representative to the Employee Safety and Health Committee

12 Safety Committees Lab Safety and Health Committee Duties Audit effectiveness of lab safety program Conduct quarterly inspections Assess safety and health training Develop means to increase awareness Review, investigate and respond to employee recommendations and concerns Accompany regulatory agencies during lab safety and health related inspections

13 Management Responsibilities Management commitment is the key Ultimate responsibility for safety Legal obligation to provide safe workplace Provide leadership & make safety a priority Display proper attitudes Provide resources

14 Supervisor Responsibilities Provide resources - equipment/guidance Safety in work plans/evaluations Feedback on safety & enforcement Ensure training is provided and YOU attend Respond immediately to safety issues Discuss accidents in staff meetings, educate

15 Employee Responsibilities Active participation in SAFETY program Use only safe tools and equipment Wear required PPE - shoes, glasses, etc. Notify supervisor of accidents, near-misses, spills, fires, hazards or damaged equipment

16 Right To Stop Work For those hazards that present an Imminent Danger of Death or Serious Injury You have the RIGHT and the RESPONSIBILITY to stop work and notify your supervisor or your Safety Representative for the abatement of the unsafe condition

17 Injury And Incident Reporting Report all injuries and property damage incidents to supervisor immediately Also report close call incidents that have potential for serious injury or damage Incident report is a summary of an investigation, not an assignment of blame Purpose of investigation is to correct safety hazards and document injuries

18 Safety and Health Handbook Contents Purpose Complaint Procedure Safety and Health Rules General Safety and Health Rules

19 Common Safety and Health Topics Office ergonomics Lifting Electrical Fire safety Motor vehicles Workplace violence

20 Ergonomics designing the workplace to fit the worker

21 Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) Injuries commonly associated with poor ergonomic design MSDs indicate damage to the musculoskeletal system MSDs usually result from repetitive motion Most common occupational problems include back strain and tendon disorders

22 Common MSDs Tendinitis/tendonitis Tennis elbow/golf elbow Trigger finger Bursitis Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Sprains/strains Rotator cuff injury

23 Signs and Symptoms of MSDs Discomfort or pain Redness Numbness Tingling Fullness, tightness, or swelling Limited range of motion

24 MSD Treatment Physical therapy Surgery Anti inflammatory medications Ice/heat Rest

25 Ergonomic Stressors Force Repetitive motion Work postures Vibration Environmental stressors Combination of stressors increases risk

26 Ergonomic Controls Engineering controls Redesign workstation layout Utilize different furniture Work practices Learn good habits Take mini-breaks Organize workday Administrative controls Job rotation

27 Office Workstation Layout Goal: Keep joints in neutral postures

28 Common Layout Mistakes Monitor located on one side of the desk Mouse at a different height than the keyboard No document holder for data entry tasks No familiarity with chair adjustments Not considering layout redesign

29 Back Injuries More than one million workers suffer back injuries every year, which corresponds to 1/5 or 20 % of all workplace injuries 25 % of all worker compensation involve back injuries, which costs employers billons of dollars Add to this all of the pain & suffering of the workers

30 Lifting Assess load and route Lift safely: Bend at knees Pull load close to body Face your load don t twist your body Let legs do lifting by standing with back straight Don t overextend when reaching

31 Lifting

32 Slip, Trip Hazards Maintain good housekeeping

33 Slips, trips and falls Wear shoes/boots with good traction Walk slower and take smaller steps on snow/ice covered sidewalks and wet tile Expect shoes to be slippery when entering a building on wet days Always use the handrail on stairs

34 Defensive Driving Holidays, summer -> increased travel Maintain vehicle Use seatbelts Take breaks, get rest, watch stress/anger

35 Defensive Driving Scan Look ahead Scan mirrors every 10 seconds Check blind spots Communicate Hand Signals Flashers Margin of Safety 2 second rule Adjust Give most room to greatest/most-likely danger

36 Defensive Driving Make sure all windows are clean and there is nothing blocking your vision Adjust the seat so you can reach all pedals and controls easily Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors Fasten safety belts and shoulder harnesses so that they are firm and comfortable BLIND SPOTS ADJUST MIRROWS

37 ADJUST YOUR SPEED TO THE CURRENT CONDITIONS - When driving in challenging conditions, SLOW DOWN! Decreasing your speed will allow more time to respond when a difficult situation arises.

38 Electrical Hazards Electrical hazards are the cause of numerous workplace fires each year. Faulty electrical equipment or misuse of equipment produces heat and sparks that serve as ignition sources in the presence of flammable and combustible materials Examples of common ignition hazards: Overloading circuits Use of unapproved electrical devices Damaged or worn wiring

39 Electrical Hazards Extension cords Extension cords are only approved for temporary use. When using extension cords check for defaults such as frays, brittleness, or broken wires Never place extension cords in high traffic areas where they can be damaged by being stepped on or run over by equipment

40 Electrical Hazards Never daisy chain or piggy back multi-plug strips and electrical cords (plugging strips and cords into each other) Piggy-backed multi-plug strips

41 Electrical Hazards Inspect plugs for deficiencies

42 Electrical Hazards Inspect cords for damage

43 Personal Protective Equipment Wear PPE that has been selected and required by your bureau Common PPE Safety glasses Safety shoes Hard hats High visibility vests Hearing protection

44 Workplace Violence Purpose - to provide a violence-free workplace for FSU students, employees, visitors, and the public by: Establishing preventative measures Appropriately responding to events that do occur Holding perpetrators of violence accountable Providing assistance and support to victims

45 Workplace Violence Workplace violence: Violence or the threat of violence against workers Can occur in or outside the workplace Can range from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and homicide

46 Workplace Violence The University will not tolerate violence to its students or employees The University shall work to prevent workplace violence and to respond to each event that occurs Employees and students shall not take a weapon onto the premises/campus An act of off-duty violent conduct may also be grounds for disciplinary action

47 Workplace Violence Employee responsibilities If an employee becomes aware of a possibility or existence of violent or criminal activity or is subjected to verbal threats, the employee shall report to a supervisor or any member of management as soon as possible after the employee is personally safe from violence Employees receiving threatening phone calls shall document and report this activity immediatly

48 Workplace Violence Employee responsibilities (continued) Employees who have obtained protective orders shall notify their supervisor or a member of management of the reasons and terms of such protective order Confidentiality Information regarding an act of workplace and/or criminal activity against a University employee shall be treated as confidential

49 Workplace Violence Additional responsibilities Campus Safety Committee shall assess workplace violence and security and develop recommendations for improvements Each reported incident of violence or criminal activity against an employee shall be investigated and an action plan shall be developed

50 Evacuation Emergency Evacuation As the name suggests, the situation is urgent and time is measured in minutes or seconds. Everyone needs to automatically know what to do and where to go

51 Evacuation Be familiar with evacuation procedures Evacuate immediately Do not use elevators Go to designated meeting area Do not re-enter until given all clear

52 Emergency Evacuation Plansr for 52

53 Fire Prevention A fire must have three elements to ignite and maintain combustion: Heat Fuel Oxygen The basic strategy of fire prevention is to control or isolate sources of fuel and heat in order to prevent combustion If all three are not present in sufficient quantities a fire will not ignite or a fire will not be able to sustain combustion

54 Fire Prevention How do I tell what s Flammable? The NFPA diamond is an easy way to determine the safety risks associated with hazardous materials. To determine a materials flammability refer to the red section of the diamond. A number in this section will indicate the flammability rating of the material The following numbering system is used to indicate flammability 0- will not burn 1- must be preheated to burn 2- ignites when moderately heated 3- ignites at normal temperature 4- extremely flammable

55 Types Of Fires Fires Are Classified by the type FUEL they burn The 4 Types are: Class A: Normal Combustibles Wood Paper Plastic Rags Class B: Flammable Liquids Gasoline Oil Grease Paint Class C: Electrical Fires Electrical Junctions Motors Generators Heaters Class D: Metals Potassium Sodium Aluminum Magnesium

56 Fire Extinguishers Type of fire extinguishers are classified by the type fires on which they may be used Class A Class B Class C Class D May see combinations: ex. ABC

57 Fire Extinguishers Using an extinguisher Match the classification of fire with the correct extinguisher

58 Fire Extinguishers Use the PASS system

59 Fire Extinguishers Pull Aim Squeeze Sweep

60 Pull the Pen Fire Extinguishers This will allow you to discharge the extinguisher

61 Fire Extinguishers Aim Aim at the base of the fire. If you aim at the flames, the extinguishing agent will fly right through and do no good

62 Squeeze Fire Extinguishers Squeeze the top handle or lever. This depresses a button that releases the pressurized extinguishing agent in the extinguisher

63 Sweep Fire Extinguishers Sweep from side to side until fire is completely extinguished

64 Are Fire Extinguisher locations identified? Are Fire Extinguishers Blocked?

65 Remember FSU safety goals and objectives show a commitment to your safety You play a big part in helping to meet those safety goals and objectives Reporting safety concerns cannot result in worker reprisals it s the law!

66 Any Questions?