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Workplace Safety

Workplace Safety. For Employees. Session Objectives . You will be able to: Understand why safety is such an important workplace issue Identify the requirements of OSHA and the law Know what our safety policy requires Take an active role in promoting workplace safety and health.

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Workplace Safety

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  1. Workplace Safety For Employees

  2. Session Objectives • You will be able to: • Understand why safety is such an important workplace issue • Identify the requirements of OSHA and the law • Know what our safety policy requires • Take an active role in promoting workplace safety and health

  3. Session Outline • Importance of workplace safety • Facts about OSHA and its mission • Legal and policy requirements • How you can contribute to workplace safety and health • Key safety concerns and precautions to prevent accidents and injuries

  4. Why Safety Is Such an Important Issue • Over 6 million American workers are injured every year • Injuries and illnesses cost American businesses over $100 billion a year

  5. Why Safety Is Such an Important Issue (cont.) • We are required by law to provide a safe workplace • Safety promotes productivity and morale

  6. Facts About OSHA • OSHA is an agency of the federal government • It is responsible for promoting workplace safety nationwide • OSHA was created by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 • It has the authority to oversee compliance with safety and health laws

  7. What OSHA Does • Develops and enforces safety standards • Encourages employers and employees to reduce workplace hazards • Conducts research in occupational safety • Establishes the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees • Approves state occupational safety and health programs

  8. OSHA Standards • OSHA regulates most aspects of workplace safety and health • Compliance is mandatory • OSHA will help us comply with the regulations • The state also regulates workplace safety

  9. Our Safety Policy • Purpose • Understanding • Enforcement

  10. Requirements of the Law and Our Policy • Questions?

  11. Safety Attitude • Think safety • Look for hazards • Fix or report hazards

  12. Good Housekeeping • Keep items in their proper place • Clean or report spills • Clear clutter • Keep items off stairways and out of aisles • Report safety problems • Use common sense

  13. Personal Protective Equipment • Use the right equipment for the job • Inspect PPE before every use • Make sure PPE fits • Follow manufacturer’s instructions • Clean and store properly

  14. Electrical Safety • Use extension cords properly • Don’t run them across stairs or aisles • Don’t fasten them with nails or staples • Don’t overload outlets • Don’t use plugs with bent or missing prongs • Obey locks, tags, barricades, and electrical warning signs

  15. Back Safety • Reach properly • Lift properly • Object from floor • Object from overhead • Oversized or heavy object • Long or awkward objects • Use material handling equipment • Do stretching exercises

  16. Ergonomics • Arrange your workstation • Sit properly • Avoid repetitive motions when possible • Take breaks • Keep wrists straight • Use proper equipment

  17. Ergonomics (cont.) • Know symptoms of MSDs • Pain • Tingling • Stiffness • Weakness • Numbness • Swelling • Get medical attention for MSD symptoms

  18. Hazard Communication • Read chemical labels • Read MSDSs • Use proper PPE • Follow safety procedures • Seek immediate medical attention if exposed

  19. Machine Safety • Obey tags • Make sure guards are in place • Report problems • Wear correct PPE • Focus on work

  20. Office Safety • Keep drawers closed • Sit upright in chairs • Don’t horse around with furniture or supplies • Keep flammables away from hot office equipment

  21. Basic Safety Issues • Questions?

  22. Emergency Situations • Know location of fire alarms and extinguishers • Know what alarms sound like • Know how to use extinguishers • Know at least two evacuation routes • Know meeting place outside building

  23. First Aid • Call for professional medical help • Bring help to victim • Check victim’s ABCs • Check victim’s vitals • Interview victim • Use appropriate first-aid measures

  24. Infectious Diseases and Bloodborne Pathogens • Wash hands often • Use precautions when giving first aid • Treat all blood as contaminated • Use PPE • Clean up thoroughly • Get medical attention if you’re exposed

  25. Security • Follow company procedures • Keep doors locked • Don’t loan keys or access cards • Report unknown people • Report security gaps

  26. Workplace Violence • Take threats seriously • Recognize signs of potential violence in co-workers • Report signs • Arrange a danger signal with co-workers • Remain calm with emotional people • Alert proper authorities

  27. Terrorism • Protect your computer • Handle mail with caution • Cooperate with precautions • Follow procedures during an incident • Shelter in place

  28. Key Points to Remember • Workplace safety is a top priority • Compliance with OSHA regulations is a legal requirement • Company policies and rules must be followed • You play a key role in promoting workplace safety and health, and we need you to be actively involved in all our safety programs

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