Transcript Platt Tech Safety in shop settings

Connecticut Technical High School
System
Exploratory Safety Program
Safety Goals
The Exploratory Safety Program will create
an awareness of the need for following
general trade/technology safety
procedures.
Program Goals - As a result of education in the
Exploratory General Safety program in grade 9
students will:
• GOAL I: Safe work habits must be practiced in order
to become habits.
• GOAL 1A: Following emergency protocol as it pertains
to lockout, lock down and fire drills.
• GOAL IB: Proper storage and cleanup of Flammables,
Chemicals, and hazardous materials and the use of
MSDS sheets.
• GOAL II – Student Safety/Code of Conduct
• GOAL III: Know proper medical procedures to follow for
student and staff safety including exposure control
precautions to be taken in the event of an injury that
occurs on school grounds or at a production job-site.
• GOAL IV - Student Introduction to General Policy and
Procedures for Exploratory Technology
Connecticut Technical High School
System
Safety in shop settings
• Are you ready
to work
safely?
Safe work habits must be practiced
in order to become habits.
Why is it important not to touch any
equipment until you have been instructed
to do so?
Why is it important to inspect equipment you
are about to use?
Why do we lock out defective equipment?
Wait for instruction prior to using
any tools / equipment.
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Tools
Equipment
Electrical
Appliances
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Explain the importance of
inspecting tools and equipment
prior to use.
Inspect
Report
Repair
Explain what lockout/tag out refers to.
Why is it important to understand
and follow emergency protocol?
• Lock down
• Lock out
• Fire Drills-Stop work, be Silent, Follow
instructions
• Emergency shutoff
Why is it important to know where
the location of the fire protection
equipment is?
• Fire extinguisher
• Fire Blanket
Why is it important to understand
and apply specific knowledge when
handling different substances?
• Locate fire/flammable storage cabinet.
Why is it important to understand
where to find information on MSDS
sheets?
Why is it important to know what
the “yellow book” is?
• MSDS = Material Safety Data Sheet
• Locate MSDS book
Why is it important to know how to
clean up certain spills?
• To prevent injury from dangerous
chemicals.
Why is it important to read and
understand labels?
• To Identify chemicals that are
questionable in nature.
• Labels help us to identify dangerous
chemicals.
Why is it important to follow safety
procedures?
• Safety glasses are needed for all shops
and should be worn as instructed
• Safety shoes should be worn at all times in
shop
• Hand tools can create a safety hazard.
• No jewelry allowed
• Long hair must be tied back
• No horseplay
Why is professional conduct
important?
Serious Offenses…
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Theft - Personal, School, and Projects
Contraband
Weapons
Destruction of Property - School, and
Personal.
Why is professional conduct
important?
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Shop Uniform Policy…
Shirt tucked in
Pants worn at waist
No loose clothing
Safety shoes at all times
ID’ s visible
Why is professional conduct
important?
Interpersonal Skills…
• Act professionally at all times
• Consider the person next to you
• Respect shop and others
Why is professional conduct
important?
Shop Rules…..
• No cell phones
• Backpacks and jackets placed in
designated area
• Student responsibility concerning locks
• Locker area
• No food allowed
• No electronic devices
Why is professional conduct
important?
Shop Rules…..
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Hygiene
Hand Washing
Sanitation Issues
Hair
Why is it important to report an
injury or medical emergency?
What are the procedures to report an
accident?
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Inform Instructor of Incident
Nurse Phone # Posted.
Know the location of the nurse’s office.
Report medical problems, illness, injuries,
medications being taken, allergies (food,
bee sting, latex or other allergies) to the
school nurse
Eye-wash Station
• Location of Eye-Wash Station
• Proper Use of Eye-wash Station
Blood Borne Pathogens
• Definition: microorganism (germ, virus,
bacteria) that can be transmitted through
contact with blood
Blood Borne Pathogens
• Notify Instructor of all injuries
• Do not offer first aid. Get help!
• Know location of standard precaution or
first aid kit so that you can retrieve them if
asked by an instructor
• Apply direct continuous pressure
if you are injured and bleeding.
Blood Borne
Pathogens
• Tell instructor about blood or other
contamination in trade area
• Avoid contaminated areas and equipment
Blood Borne
Pathogens
• Keep wounds covered until healed
If you come in contact with someone else’s
blood:
• Wash skin immediately with soap and
water
• Flush other areas (like eyes or mouth) with
water immediately
Under what conditions are safe
work practices necessary?
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Stay in Assigned Work Areas.
Sign In.
Sign Out.
Staying at assigned work station/area.
Instructor knows student’s location at all
times.
Housekeeping
• Follow Individual Shop Cleanup Policy
(tools and materials returned)
• Keep individual work stations clean and
orderly
• Notify the instructor of any spills or broken
tools and equipment regardless of type.
Working Conditions
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Mop Floors (no puddles)
Squeegee when available
Use caution with cords and power tools
Use caution with dust/sawdust etc. floors
may be slippery
Students will only consume food
products in the cafeteria.
• Food may become contaminated with
chemicals that are commonly found in the
shop area
Due to safety and security policies
doors and windows must be kept
closed unless instructed to do so.
• Student will obtain instructor permission to
open any door or window in the shop area.
Thank You for watching!
Remember, we are all responsible for your
safety in shop and failure to follow these
rules will affect your grade!