1. Safe Work Practices WEATHERIZATION ENERGY AUDITOR SINGLE FAMILY WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM STANDARDIZED CURRICULUM – December 2012

2. Learning Objectives SAFE WORK PRACTICES By attending this session, participants will be able to: • Describe basic workplace safety requirements for energy auditors. • Explain the purpose of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. • Identify where to find guidelines for working with lead, mold, and asbestos. • Describe which homes require lead-safe weatherization practices and certified renovators. • Define what a materials safety data sheet (MSDS) is and why it is important to communicate hazards. • Explain the function and importance of using ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) equipment. • Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) for use by auditors.

3. Program Requirements SAFE WORK PRACTICES • Auditors must possess a working knowledge of: • Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program regulations and policy. • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines for asbestos, lead, mold, and other health hazards. • Material safety data sheets (MSDS). • Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) standards.

4. OSHA Standards SAFE WORK PRACTICES • Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Standards • Ladder safety • Fall protection • Personal protective equipment (PPE) • Respiratory protection • Motor vehicles • Power-operated hand tools • Fire prevention • Permit-required confined spaces • Other worker-related OSHA standards

5. Energy Auditor Safety Procedures SAFE WORK PRACTICES • Auditors must demonstrate the ability to: • Safely use basic hand and power tools. • Identify serious mold or other unsanitary conditions. • Assess and communicate work area safety hazards. • High ambient carbon monoxide levels • Electrical hazards • Structural hazards

6. In Attics SAFE WORK PRACTICES Photos courtesy of the US Department of Energy • Protective suit • Respirator • Gloves • Steel toe boots

7. How Much Mold Is OK? SAFE WORK PRACTICES Photos courtesy of the US Department of Energy

8. Material Safety Data Sheets SAFE WORK PRACTICES

9. MSDS Requirements SAFE WORK PRACTICES MSDS generally require the following information: • Product and contact information of the manufacturer • Hazard ingredients/identifying information • Fire and explosion hazard data • Reactivity data • Health hazard data • Emergency and first aid procedures • Personal protective equipment (PPE) Photo courtesy of the US Department of Energy

10. CO Exposure Monitoring SAFE WORK PRACTICES The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has established a recommended exposure limit (REL) for carbon monoxide of 35 ppm. BW Honeywell Gas Alert Clip Extreme CO Monitor Image courtesy of BW Honeywell

11. Live Wire Testing SAFE WORK PRACTICES Live wire tester. Especially useful for determining if knob and tube wiring is still live. Photos courtesy of the US Department of Energy

12. Ground Fault Circuit Interruption SAFE WORK PRACTICES This could save your life. Photo courtesy of www.health.howstuffworks.com. Photo courtesy of Coleman Cable, Inc.

13. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter SAFE WORK PRACTICES Lind Equipment Garvin Industries Always put a GFCI between yourself and a power tool. Photos courtesy of Garvin Industries and Lind Equipment

14. Personal Protective Equipment SAFE WORK PRACTICES • Ensure you have the proper gear: safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, and respirators. • Ensure you have the proper fit: fit test for respirators. • Refer to the MSDS if in doubt about what gear you need. Photo courtesy of Environmental Health & Safety, Univ. of VA Respirators should meet or exceed MSDS requirements and be assessed based on OSHA’s fit test guidelines.

15. Fall Protection SAFE WORK PRACTICES Required by OSHA where workers could fall at least 6 ft. (or 10 ft. if working on scaffolding). Options include: • Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) • Safety netting • Guardrails/covers Image courtesy of Kentuckiana Industrial Safety Training A PFAS is often the most practical fall protection for weatherization work.

16. Ladders SAFE WORK PRACTICES • Use ladders as they were designed. • Keep bottom free of obstructions and slip hazards. • Position bottom ¼ of the working height away from surface. • If accessing upper level, ladder must extend 3 ft. above that level. Photo courtesy of blog.safesourcing.com One example of what not to do!

17. Safe Work Practices Exercise SAFE WORK PRACTICES Safe Work Practices (45 minutes)

18. Summary SAFE WORK PRACTICES • OSHA regulations are designed to keep auditors and workers safe. • Following EPA guidelines when dealing with hazardous materials protects the health of clients, workers, and their families. • Auditors should be aware of MSDS when specifying chemical products for use by weatherization technicians. • Wear appropriate safety equipment to reduce risk of injury.