Transcript SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES

SAFETY RULES, POLICIES
AND
PROCEDURES
2010-2011
CNS
LFCISD Policy Statement
• District is committed to provide a safe
environment for all students, employees and
visitors.
• The success of our safety and health
program depends on each one of us.
• The Policy Statement is posted in employee
lounges for all to read.
EMPLOYEE SAFETY
• Employees are to perform duties in a safe
manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to
others.
• There is NO job so important or service so
urgent that any employee of this school
district needs to get injured in order to do
their job or provide their service.
Disciplinary Policy
• A disciplinary policy is established in the District’s
Accident Prevention Plan.
• Verbal warnings may be issued by supervisors for
minor infractions or violations
• Written warnings may be issued for
 Repeated minor violations of safety rules/procedures
 Single serious violation that could result in injury to
employee or another, or caused damage to property
 Activities that could result in injury or property
damage
• Disciplinary leave may be recommended with or
without pay for any of the the violations listed just
prior, and for any of the following:
 A single serious violation of a rule or procedure that
results in injury to an employee or property
damage.
 Repeated violations or non-conformance of
established safety rules or procedures.
• Supervisors may recommend termination of
employment for repeated violations
• Counseling Reports will be completed by
supervisors to document violations of safety rules
• Employees must read, sign Counseling Report and
acknowledge seriousness of violation(s)
Hazard Communication Plan
• A copy of the Hazard Communication Plan for the
District is located at each campus/department
library and with the District Safety Committee
member
• Chemical product lists and Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) are available at worksites
• Employees working with chemicals will be trained
on proper use of products and use of personal
protective equipment
MSDS
• Training will be provided on MSDS –
Material Safety Data Sheets
• Every campus/dept. should have a
binder with MSDS for chemicals
used at that site
• All employees have the RIGHT TO KNOW about the
hazards of chemicals in the workplace and how to
protect oneself – Signs posted
• All containers should be labeled with name of chemical
it contains
Chemical Safety
• Do not attempt to refill chemicals or toner in
copiers, printers, or duplicating machines unless
you have been trained in their maintenance
• Use the proper Personal Protective Equipment
when using chemicals: gloves, goggles, safety
glasses, aprons, dust masks/respirator, etc. as
required and recommended by MSDS
Emergency Crisis Plans
• Employees will be trained in their campus’s
Emergency Crisis Plan by their
supervisors/administrators
• In case of an emergency, employees must
be aware of procedures to follow;
evacuations, exit locations, telephone
numbers, etc.
Fire Prevention Safety
• Learn locations of fire extinguishers
• Use fire extinguishers only on small, contained
fires
• If in doubt, sound alarm, evacuate and let trained
firefighters handle it
• You will receive training on fire extinguishers
• Learn exit routes from your area (posted)
• Do not block fire exit doors.
General Safety Rules
• Do not attempt to move heavy objects
alone. Get help from the maintenance
department to move heavy furniture or
heavy objects
• Always wear your safety belt when
moving or lifting heavy objects
• Safety belts do not permit you to lift heavier items
than what you usually do
• Dollies and desk moving equipment should be used
to move heavy objects
Prevent Slips and Falls
• Clearly mark any dangerous areas
such a broken windows, slippery
floors, wet floors, torn carpet, or
defective furniture and report the
hazard to your principal or
supervisor.
• Keep your area neat and orderly at all
times to avoid tripping hazards.
• Respect “Wet Floor” and other
“Caution” signs.
General Safety Rules
• Do not string cables or extension
cords across surfaces where
people may walk without covering
properly to prevent a tripping
hazard.
• Wear closed toe shoes with
medium to low heels to prevent
slips and falls
• Open one file drawer at a time,
and close drawers when not in
use.
General Safety Rules
• Use caution when shelving or
removing books in libraries.
• Do not attempt to catch a book that
falls.
• Use a step stool to reach higher
shelves.
• Use caution when lowering or
raising wall screens/charts in case
equipment falls from brackets.
General Safety Rules
• Turn on lights before entering a dark
room or dark corridor.
• Use caution when approaching doors.
• When working directly behind a door,
lock it.
• Be alert in crowded hallways to avoid
injury to yourself and others.
General Safety Rules
• Exercise caution when crossing
parking lots. Look for uneven
surfaces, potholes, traffic, and
persons loitering.
• Use handrails when provided,
especially when ascending or
descending stairs.
General Safety Rules
• Do not attempt by yourself to subdue
students who are fighting. Notify the proper
authority and follow campus procedures.
• When confronted with an “unwanted visitor”
on campus, notify the building principal
or the proper authority.
• If you instruct a student not to perform a
function because it may not be safe, don’t
perform the function yourself.
General Safety Rules
• Do not attempt to repair anything
you are not qualified to repair.
• Report defective equipment to the
building administrator.
• Read instructions before operating
any equipment or appliance.
• Obtain permission to operate
equipment if necessary.
Prevent Cuts
Use these precautions with paper cutters:
Keep your fingers away from blade
Keep cutting blade in down position when
not in use
Make sure paper cutter is on flat surface
Use equipment such as scissors, staplers,
and staple removers cautiously and only
for purpose for which they were designed
• NEVER place knives in sink full of water
• Knives should be cleaned/stored right away
• Do not use knives for prying lids off or out of
cans
• Always use cutting board with non-slip mat or
towel to prevent movement
• Use approved gloves for boning/cutting
• If you drop a knife, let it fall
• Cut a flat base on item being cut to avoid
slipping
Prevent Burns
• Ensure that laminating machines
are properly guarded to prevent
contact with heated surfaces.
• Exercise caution when clearing
paper jams from copiers and
printers; avoid contact with heated
surfaces.
Safe Lifting Techniques
1 Evaluate load to be lifted. Use dolly or
mechanical device whenever possible.
2 Set feet solidly on ground, spaced apart
and close to load.
3 Bend knees outward, crouch over load
keeping back as straight as possible
and grasp load securely.
4 Push up with legs, bring back upright
keeping load close to body.
5 Avoid jerking motion.
Safe Lifting Techniques
6 If necessary to change directions while
lifting the load or after it has been brought
to carrying position, be careful not to twist
the body. Turn the body by changing feet
position.
7 When placing the load on a surface such
as a bench or table, place it on the edge so
that the landing point assumes part of the
load, then push with arms.
Safe Lifting Techniques
1 If lowering load to floor, reverse lifting
method; bend knees and with back straight
and load close to body, lower load using
arm and leg muscles.
2 Never carry a load of such size that it
reduces your visibility.
3 Use back belts consistently and properly.
4 A back belt does not allow you to lift a
heavier load that you would normally.
General Safety Rules
• Do not store combustibles near boilers or
electrical equipment.
• Do not block access to electrical
panels.
• Store heavy and bulky items at
waist level, lighter items above
shoulder level.
• Store rarely used items below
waist level.
• Compressed gas tanks or cylinders should be
stored in an upright position, capped and chained
to prevent falling.
Ladder Safety
• Do not use chairs, tables, counters, boxes, desks,
or other makeshift arrangement in place of a
ladder to reach higher places.
• Select right ladder for job. Make sure it is
strong enough and long enough to work
comfortably.
• Avoid metal ladder when chance of contact
with electrical current
• Avoid using ladders in hallways while
students are changing classes.
Ladder Safety
• Never use a damaged/defective ladder.
• If a ladder must be set up in traffic
area, use a barricade or guard to
prevent collisions.
• Face ladder and hold on with both
hands while climbing/ascending.
• Use “belt buckle” rule, your belt
buckle should not move beyond the
ladder sides.
Ladder Safety
• Do not climb higher than second step
from top on stepladder or third rung on
straight ladder.
• Do not carry items in your hands when
climbing a ladder. Have someone hand
them to you or hoist items up with rope.
• When setting up stepladder, make sure
the folding metal braces are fully locked
in fully extended position and safety feet
are secured.
Electrical Safety
• Electrical Safety - Make sure that
electrical equipment is grounded to
prevent shock.
• Use approved three-wire extension cords
with ground plugs.
• Use double insulated tools if it is not possible to
obtain a secure ground.
• Do not use damaged or defective equipment or
cords. Report it to your supervisor immediately.
Electrical Safety
• Use the right type of extension for the
job. Do not use extension cords as
permanent wiring.
• Do not jerk a plug from a socket by the cord.
Grasp the plug and pull.
• Do not use electrical equipment in wet areas.
• Be careful not to overload outlets or extension
cords. If a socket face or extension cord becomes
warm, discontinue use immediately and report it.
REPORT INJURIES
• Report injuries to the School Nurse immediately
• Report incident to Supervisor within 24 hours if
Supervisor is not present at time of injury
• Failure to report incident/injury as requested is
grounds for a written warning
• Doctor’s Work Status Report is needed to return to
work. Take report to Worker’s Comp Office for
letter authorizing employee to return to work
depending on restrictions
• If out for extended period of time, employee must
call in to WC Office once a week.
Workers’ Compensation
Doctor Network (The Alliance)
• You must choose a doctor from the Alliance list
• For a specialist, the treating doctor will refer you to a
specialist on the network, and you need to verify that the
specialist is a member of the Alliance
• For emergencies, you may go to any licensed medical
professional within the United States
• If you go to a non-approved doctor, you will probably have
to pay the bill
• Change of doctor, should be from the Alliance network
• A third choice requires approval from the TASB adjuster
WC Prescription Card
• First Fill medication card enables injured parties
to obtain the “initial” prescription (s) needed.
• This card is restricted to your allowed condition.
• To receive this benefit, present this card to a
participating pharmacy.
• If claim is accepted, you will receive a Retail Drug
Card in the mail.
• If questions call Progressive Medical at
1-888-908-6337.
Safety Begins With You!
REMEMBER!
• Always think before doing.
• Plan ahead.
• Help each other.
• Practice what you learn.
• Avoid injuries - they can last a
lifetime.
• BE SAFE!
• WE NEED YOU HERE!!