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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4 - Appendix C © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. SAFETY & HEALTH PROGRAM 1301 West 68th Street, Suite A Hialeah, Florida 33014 Phone: (305) 823-8755 Fax: (305) 558-9020 © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Safety Commitment All employees of TGSV Enterprises, Inc., regardless of their position, are charged with the duties of promoting and maintaining a safe workplace. This responsibility is to yourselves, your fellow workers, your clients and customers, as well as others in and around the work area. It is the goal of this policy to: Promote Safety Awareness Prevent Accidents and Injuries Reduce Damage to Property and Equipment Increase Productivity All employees are required as a condition of employment, to comply with all federal, state, municipal and company health and safety standards. These include, but are not limited to, requirements defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA), the State Department of Labor (safety Division), and all health and safety related policies, rules and regulations required by agencies and affiliates of TGSV Enterprises, Inc. As a condition of employment, employee may be required to screening and monitoring and substance abuse testing. This policy and related guidelines are to be used as a source of information and education for all employees to encourage safe work habits and prevent avoidable accidents. This policy will be amended from time to time as changes and conditions warrant. All employees are required to familiarize themselves with changes and conditions that affect the company safety program. Your active participation and contribution to TGSV Enterprises, Inc. “Safety Awareness Program” will ensure greater success in reaching our safety goals. The complete and detailed “Written Safety Program” is available upon request at the main office and it is each employee’s responsibility to read and bring to the attention of management any concern or question that might arise from this “Written Safety Program” or from any work site or task assigned to the employee or encountered in the job site before work commences or while performing his or her assigned duties. Signed _____________________________________________ Date ____________________ © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. General Safety Guidelines An accident is defined as an event that you did not plan. More than half of these accidental events can be attributed to one cause, carelessness. The majority of the rest are caused by failure to know and follow a safety or operational procedure. This can make a very dangerous combination that can cost you more than a bad day. It could be a finger, an eye, a leg, your back, or your life. One thing that a safety violation can cost you; is your job! This company may receive serious penalties and fines due to accidents cause by your failure to follow safety policies. Your supervisor and management have the authority to warn and reprimand you for any unsafe act or policy violation that you may perform. These warnings may be verbal or written and will become part of your personnel record. Depending on the severity of the violation, discipline, including immediate termination, is possible. Repeat violations will always resul t in termination. Keep this in mind. Reporting Unsafe Conditions or Acts: Most of “on the-job accidents” are avoidable and preventable. If you see or suspect an unsafe act or condition, repot it to your supervisor or management immediately. A good rule to follow is: If it is spilled, injured, damaged, broken, or nearly did any of these things, report it! You will not be disciplined for reporting an unsafe condition. However, action may be taken if you do not report an unsafe condition. Be smart; let someone know. Accidents: Driver that has an at fault auto accident during the probation period (90 Days) will be terminated immediately. After the 90 days probation period a driver that has an at fault auto accident will be suspended for three days. The second at fault accident for the driver during the year after the first accident, this means a year from the date of the previous at fault accident, will be terminated. Depending on the magnitude of the incident and the severity of the consequences we can recommend or decide to terminate any employee at any given time. Cellular Phones: Cellular phones are not permitted to be used during normal business hours, unless the phone is a company phone and is being used for company purposes. People that have a com pany phone must not use the phone while driving. Disciplinary Actions will be taken against drivers that use their personal cellular phone while driving. The following are safe driving rules, which should be reminded to employees: A. Do not take chances. To arrive safely is more important than to arrive on time. B. Drivers' physical condition must be such as to enable them to efficiently perform their duties. C. Drinking of alcoholic beverages while driving, or driving while under the influence of alc ohol or drugs is prohibited. D. Drivers must have a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle to be operated and keep the license(s) with them at all times while driving. E. Traffic laws must be obeyed: 1. Speed shall never be faster than a rate consistent with existing speed laws and road, traffic, and weather conditions. Posted speed limits must be obeyed. 2. Never attempt to exercise the right-of-way; always let the other driver go first. 3. Keep to the right except when overtaking slow moving vehicles, or when getting into a position to make a left turn. 4. Never follow another vehicle so closely that you will not be able to make a safe stop under any condition. Observe Timed Interval and Following Distance guidelines. 5. Turn signals must be used to show where you are heading; while going into traffic and before every turn or lane change. Remember, signaling intentions neither gives the driver the right -of-way, nor guarantees a safe lane change. 6. Slow down and watch for children in school zones. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. F. Vehicles are to be driven by authorized drivers only. G. Do not give rides to hitchhikers or strangers. Drivers are not allowed to transport anyone that is not a TGSV Enterprises, Inc. employee, in company vehicles and while employee is not company time (punched out, after or before work). Exemptions are to be approved by the company Vice President. H. Seat belts are required to be worn by drivers and all passengers at all times while in a company vehicle. I. Check your vehicle and or equipment daily before each use or trip, and check the vehicle and /or equipment visually each time before driving or using it. Check lights, tires, brakes, and steering in particular. An unsafe vehicle or equipment cannot be operated until repairs are made. Report all “Out Of Se rvice” conditions to your Supervisor. J. Drivers must report all accidents immediately, as required by law and the company rules. K. Drivers must report all arrests and traffic convictions to the company. Repeated traffic convictions, or failure to report traffic accidents or convictions, may result in disciplinary action. L. Other safe driving rules adopted by our company, prescribed by State or Local Laws or by the applicable D.O.T. Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, must be adhered to. Physical Requirements: If you have a known physical limitation, such as diabetes, impaired eyesight or hearing, trouble with your back, heart or hernia, aversions to height, and the like; notify your immediate supervisor so that you will not be required to do work that might injure you or someone else around you. Safety Inspections by State or Federal Inspectors: OSHA has inspectors called Compliance Safety and Health Officers (OSHOs). They are experienced professionals whose goal is to help employers and worker s reduce on-the- job hazards. If an inspector visits your work site, ask to see the inspector’s identification and notify your Location Manager or Superintendent and the Safety Department immediately at 305-479-7971. If you are asked, answer the inspector’s questions and cooperate with the inspector. Visitors: Visitors are not allowed on work sites without permissions from management. All visitors must be escorted while at the job site or while on company property. All visitors MUST wear appropriate personal protective equipment and obey all safety rules and warnings. Safety Signs and Warnings: All sin and warnings must be followed without questions. Never remove a safety sign, signal, barricade, tag, or tape unless authorized by management to do so. No employee shall remove, displace, damage, destroy, or carry of, any safety device, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, or any other safeguard furnished or provided for use on the job site by the company. Personal belongings are excluded. Horseplay: Practical joking on the job may or may not get you hurt or injured, but it will get you fired. Practical joking, use of foul language and horseplay are prohibited during working hours at a TGSV jobsite. Running on the job is allowed only in extreme emergencies. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. General Safety Guidelines continued Smoking, Eating, and Drinking: Restricted to designated areas only. Ask Supervisor, Superintendent or Location Manager. No alcoholic beverages are permitted in or around TGSV Enterprises, Inc.'s premises or wor ksite locations. Glass bottles: These are not permitted at our premises, unless authorized by Superintendent of the work site. Weapons and Firearms: Any type of weapon is not permitted on company property or a designated company worksite, at any time, for any reason. Explosives and Detonators: Are not permitted in company premises, unless authorized by management and Safety Department. To be handled prepared, and used by trained, licensed, and authorized personnel only. NO EXCEPTIONS. Drinking Water: Portable water containers are for drinking water and ice only! Tampering with or placing items such as drinks, food, etc. into other containers is prohibited and may result in disciplinary actions. Employees may fill personal or disposable cups only. Used cups will be placed in the trash, not on the ground. Common drinking cups are not allowed. Drinking while holding the “thermos” in the air directly above your mouth is not permitted. Employees are required to drink from a cup only and to refill their own cup as necessary. Portable Toilet Facilities: These will be provided for job projects of sufficient duration and number of employees to warrant their use. For jobs of short duration, with only a few employees, arrangement will be made by their J ob Superintendent for permissions to use the facilities of the nearest service station or other facilities. Always use designated rest rooms. NO exceptions. House Keeping: All work areas will be clean, organized and kept in an orderly manner, especiall y during the course of construction, alteration, or repairs of a project.  All forms of scrap, waste materials, and debris will be kept clear of the work area, including passageways, stairs, exits, emergency evacuation routes, and in and around buildings or other structures.  Scrap and debris shall be removed at regular intervals. A safe means of disposal is provided by the “Maintenance Area” will be provided.  All solvent waste, used oily rags, and combustible trash will be stored in fire resistant, covere d containers until removed from the work site by authorized environmental company.  When materials are dropped outside the perimeter area of buildings or structures, an approved method of containment such as raised dump truck or dumpsites will be used.  Special care should be taken at all times to protect individuals and property from injury or damage as a result of debris being dropped from any height.  All materials, supplies, and equipment shall be arranged in an orderly fashion to eliminate congestion that would contribute to tripping or falling hazards and interfere with work performance. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. House Keeping continued  All protruding nail, staples, and spikes in scrap or used must be removed or backed out as soon as possible after use.  Do not store or leave items on stairways.  Do not block or obstruct stairwells, exits, or accesses to safety and emergency devices, such as fire extinguishers or fire alarms.  Straighten or remove rugs and mats that do not lay flat on the floor.  Carton, rugs, plywood and/or any other material cannot be used in the mezzanine floors; it will prevent water from reaching other areas in case of a fire.  Return tools and cleaning supplies to their storage places after use.  Use caution signs/cones to barricade slippery and wet areas.  Do not use flammable liquids such as gasoline, acetone, or paint thinner to clean floors.  Use metal receptacles labeled “Oily Rags Only” for disposal of oily and greasy shop or cleaning rags.  Store liquid containers labeled “Flammable” only in cabinets, rooms, or buildings labeled “Flammable Storage”. Office Safety: An office environment can be just as hazardous as a factory or a construction site. Use caution in and around office areas and in storage areas.  Close drawers and doors immediately after use.  Use handles when closing doors, drawers, and files.  Do not block your view by carrying large or bulky items; us a dolly or hand truck, or get assistance from a fellow employee.  Use a ladder or step stool to retrieve or store items that located above your head.  Use a cord or tape down the cord when running electrical or other cords across aisles, between desks, or across entrances and exits.  Use handrails when using stairs or ramps.  Clean up spills or leaks immediately. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Office Safety continued  Follow procedures posted on copier when disposing of duplicating solvents or copy machines.  Store sharp objects, such as pens, pencils, letter openers, or scissors in drawers or with the points down in a container.  Do not connect multiple electrical devices into a single outlet.  Do not connect and/or use extension cords as permanent connections, this is a fire safety violation.  Do not tilt the chair you are sitting in on its back two legs.  Keep doors in hallways fully opened or fully closed.  Use a staple remover, not your fingers, for removing staples.  Open one file cabinet drawer at a time.  Put heavy files in the bottom drawers of office cabinets. Step Stools:  Allow only one person on a step at a time.  Face the step when climbing up or down.  When performing work from a stool, face the stool and do not lean backwards or sideways from the step stool.  Do not place a step stool on boxes, books, or other unstable bases.  Do not stand on the top of the step stool. Power Tools and Equipment Company Equipment: All company equipment will be handled with care at all times. Equipment is expensive and much of it requires proper training prior to using it. All damages, failures, problems, or loss of company equipment must be reported to management immediately. Use of company property and equipment during hours other that normal working hours or authorized overtime is forbidden. Company equipment may never be used for private or personal use under any circumstances. Deliberate destruction or steeling of company equipment is considered a serious offense. Violators will be expected to make reparations and will be subject to disciplinary action. Machinery Operation and Repair: All operation and repairs will be done by trained personel only. Never oper ate power tools, machinery, special equipment, or mechanical devices that you are unfamiliar with. Never try to repair broken machinery if you are not properly trained or certified to do so. Makeshift repairs can be costly; they invalidate product warranties, can further damage the equipment, can cause serious injuries, and can come out of your pocket. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Power Tools and Equipment continued Machine Guards: All guards and shield will be kept in place while machinery is in operation. Tampering with machine guards or safety shield is prohibited, and any removal requires the prior approval of a responsible supervisor or cal the Safety Department. All guards are to be replaces after any repair work that required their removal. Power Tools and Equipment: Power, portable power, and power-actuated tools are expensive and dangerous. Treat all power tools with respect. Misuse, altering, or removing a guard or shield from a power tool regardless of ownership, unless it is being repaired, will result in disciplinary action.  Check tools and cords for obvious damage. Do not use cords that have splices, exposed wires, or cracked or frayed ends. Report all damaged tools to your supervisor.  Do not use the electric cord for hoisting or lowering a power tool.  Do not carry plugged in equipment or tools with your fingers on the switch. Always unplug power tools when not n use.  Do not pull the cords to unplug a power tool. Pull the plug.  Do not handle or operate power tools with wet hands or when standing in wet places.  Keep power cords away from the path of drills, saws, and grinders.  Check with your supervisor before using power tool in or around a flammable or explosive area.  All hand held power tools must have momentary contact “on -off” controls. “Lock-on” switches may be used if the tool can be turned off in a single motion.  All electric power operated tools will be grounded, or will be of the double insulated type. If in doubt check with your supervisor.  Do not use extension cords or other grounded three-pronged power cords that have that ground prong removed or broken.  Do not work on electronically driven tools or machinery unless the disconnect switch, for controlling the machine, is padlocked in the “open” or “off” position by the worker(s) performing t he repairs. Do not remove lock(s) until work has been completed and the area has been cleared.  Power actuated tools (ram sets using 22 cal., 25 cal, or 38 cal. Shells) will be properly licensed. The operator must carry the license while operating tool. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Power Tools and Equipment continued (Always wear eye protection when using any power tool or equipment.) Portable Power Equipment:  Do not operate power equipment if labeled identification controls become unreadable.  Do not use equipment if self-closing fuse caps are missing or inoperable.  Do not operate powered equipment on which you have not been fully trained.  Do not use tools with parts that are loose, worn, cracked, or otherwise visibly damaged.  Read and follow the manufacturers’ routine and preventative maintenance schedule.  Tag damaged tools "Out of Service" to prevent accidental use.  Never alter or by-pass any safety device provided by the equipment's manufacturer.  Use grip locations specified by the manufacturer as handholds when operating power tools.  Do not smoke while using, servicing, or refueling a gasoline-powered tool.  Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning, adjusting, or repairing moving parts.  Visually inspect the area where you will be using an y portable power equipment. Watch for tree stumps, rocks, roots, sprinklers, branches, hoses, pipes, electrical cords and outlets, or other loose hazards.  Rotary lawnmowers, leaf blowers, chain saws, vacuum units, and weed eaters should never be operated without guards, screens, and catchers attached to stop flying debris.  Always shut off the power or engine when making adjustments, fueling, or traveling with powered equipment. ,  Never refuel portable power equipment with the engine running or while the engine is hot. Allow for adequate cool down time.  All hand-held power equipment must be equipped with a constant pressure switch that will shut off the power when the pressure is released. Do not use portable power equipment with defective switches, or eq uipment that does not have one. (Always wear eye protection when using any power tool or equipment.) Hand Tools:  Never use damaged, incomplete, or unserviceable tools (I.e. mushroomed chisel heads, splintered or cracked handles, sprung jaws on wrenches, chipped screwdrivers, dull knives).  Wooden handles of tools should not be used if the wood is splintered or cracked. All handles must be sealed tightly in the tool head.  Keep the blade of all cutting tools sharp.  Carry all sharp tools in a sheath or holster.  Always clean and store tools properly. Files:  Do not use a file as a pry bar, hammer, screwdriver, or chisel.  Clean the grooves of a file with a wire brush.  Do not hammer on a file. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Hammers:  Do not use a hammer if your hands are oily, greasy, or wet.  Do not strike a hardened steel surface, such as a cold chisel, with a claw hammer.  Do not use a hammer as a wedge or a pry bar.  Use only a sledge type hammer on a striking face wrench. Saws:  Do not use an adjustable blade saw, such as a hacksaw or coping saw, if the blade is not taunt.  Keep hands and fingers away from the saw blade while using the saw.  Do not carry a saw by the blade. Screwdrivers:  Do not hold the work piece against your body while using a screwdriver.  Do not put your fingers near the blade of the screwdriver when tightening the screw.  Do not force a screwdriver by using a hammer or pliers on it.  Do not use a screwdriver as a punch, chisel, pry bar, or nail puller.  Use a screwdriver that has an insulated handle for electrical work. Wrenches:  Do not use wrenches that are bent, cracked, badly chipped, or that have loose or broken handles.  Do not slip a pipe over a single head wrench for increased leverage.  Do not use a shim to make a wrench fit.  Size the adjustable wrench to fit the nut before turning.  Use a spit box wrench on flare nuts.  Do not use a wrench with broken or battered points. Pliers:  Do not use pliers as a wrench or hammer.  Do not attempt to force pliers by using a hammer on them.  Use pliers with an insulated handle for electrical work.  Do not use pliers that are cracked, broken, or sprung.  When using diagonal cutting pliers, shield the loose pieces of cut material from flying into the air by using a cloth or your gloved hand. Vises:  When clamping a long work piece in a vise, support the far end of the work piece by using an adjustable pipe stand or saw horse.  Position the work piece in the vise so that the entire face of the jaw supports the work piece.  Do not use a vise that has worn or broken jaw inserts, or has crac ked or fractures in the body of the vise. Grinders:  Wear safety glasses, goggles, and face shields when operating a grinder. It is required by law.  Do not continue to work if your safety glasses become fogged. Stop work and clean them.  Do not use grinding wheels that have chips, cracks, or grooves.  Adjust the tongue guard so that it is no more than I/4 inch from the grinding wheel.  Do not try to stop the wheel with your hand, even if you are wearing gloves. (Always use the right tool for the job.) (Never use a hand tool for any purpose other than what was intended.) © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Welding/Cutting/Grinding (Hand) General Rules:  Obey all signs posted in the welding area.  Do not leave oily rags, paper or other combustible materials in the welding, cutting or brazing area. Oxyacetylene Welding:  Do not use oxygen cylinders in areas where oils or any combustible liquids, such as diesel fuel or motor fuel, are present.  Turn the valve on the torch clockwise to turn off the gas before putting down the welding or cutting torch.  Never allow pressure to remain in the hoses overnight: 1. Turn the valve knobs, located at the base of the torch handle, clockwise to close the valves. 2. Turn the valve knobs on the oxygen and acetylene cylinders to close the valves on these cylinders . 3. Reduce the pressure on the regular diaphragms by pulling back on the T -handles, out from the regulator, until the T-handle turns easily; do not completely back the T -handles out from the regulator. 4. Turn the valve knobs at the base of the torch counter-clockwise to open the valves; leave the valves open for only two seconds, then turn the valve knobs clockwise to close the valves again. If you do not observe a drop in pressure on the regulator gages, repeat steps.  Do not transport cylinders in a horizontal position.  Use the red hose for gas fuel and the green hose for oxygen.  Do not use worn or cracked hoses.  Do not use oil, grease, or other lubricants on the regulator.  "Blow Out" hoses before attaching the torch.  "Blow Out" the cylinder valve before attaching or reattaching a hose to the cylinder.  Do not use a cigarette lighter to ignite torches; use friction lighters only.  Do not change electrodes using your bare hands; use the dry, rubber gloves.  "Bleed" oxygen and fuel lines at the end of the work shift.  Use the welding cart that has a safety chain or cable when transporting cylinders used for welding.  Remember always to follow the “Fire Watch Procedures”. Electric Arc Welding:  Use the welding screen to shield other ei1Jployees from flying slag and intense light.  Wear a welding helmet with filter plates and lenses, welding gloves, a long sleeve shirt, and long pants.  Do not perform welding tasks wearing wet gloves. , Do not change electrodes with bare hands; use dry welders gloves.  Do not use the welding apparatus if the power cord is cut, frayed, split, or otherwise visibly damaged or modified.  Remember always to follow the “Fire Watch Procedures”. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Compressed Gases Compressed gas cylinders are under extreme pressure. Treat them with caution:  Do not permit cylinders to be dropped or strike each other.  Never use cylinders, whether fall or empty, as rollers or supports.  Never use oil or grease on a regulator, valve, or cylinder fitting.  Do not handle oxygen cylinders if your hands or gloves are greasy or oily.  Never use a damaged, dented, or defective cylinder. Tag it as unserviceable.  Never place a cylinder close to an electrical power source where it could come in contact and arc.  Do not roll them, always transport upright secured and in a proper vehicle stand, dolly or hand truck. (Never use compressed air to blow off clothing or parts of the body.) Using Compressed Gas:  Treat and handle all cylinders as if they were full.  Inspect cylinders, valves, and regulators for defects or damages before each use.  Purge oxygen valves, regulators, and lines before use.  Use a suitable cylinder truck, chain, or other steadying device.  Use only an open-end adjustable wrench when connecting or disconnecting regulators and fittings.  Do not remove the valve wrench while a compressed gas cylinder is in use.  Open compressed gas cylinders slowly.  When in use, open valves fully to eliminate possible leakage around the cylinder valve stem.  When compressed air is used to blow off material, do not exceed a maxim um pressure of 30 pounds.  If a cylinder is leaking around a valve or a fuse plug, move it to a safe outside area away from workers.  Bleed all lines before disconnecting. Storing Compressed Gas:  Gas cylinders must have valve protection caps on when not in use.  When stored, oxygen and acetylene cylinders shall be separated by at least 20 feet. If stored near by one to another, they should be separated by a ½ an hour fire rated retardant wall or structure at least 5 feet high.  Do not store compressed gas cylinders in areas where they can come in contact with corrosives.  Acetylene, oxygen, or other gases cylinders are to be stored in upright positions, secured by tying or blocking into position. Transporting Cylinders:  Always close the valves on cylinders before moving them.  Never transport a cylinder with a regulator connected. Cylinders must be capped when transported.  Never use a valve protection cap to hoist or lift a cylinder.  When transporting cylinders in powered vehicles, always secure them in a standing position.  When hoisting cylinders, always secure them to a cradle, sling board, or pallet.  Never hoist or transport cylinders by means of a magnet or choker sling. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Ladder Safety Ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms will be erected in ac cordance with OSHA (1926.450-1926.452) guidelines. Refer to these guidelines, or your supervisor, for specific details on use and construction. When used improperly, ladders can be very dangerous.  Ladders should have an OSHA duty rating of a Type 1 (250 LB) or a Type IA (300 LB.).  Make certain ladders are in a serviceable condition before they are used for any reason.  Use only manufactured, portable, metal, or wood ladders equipped with non -slip bases, securely bolted or riveted to the side rails.  Metal ladders around electrical work are prohibited.  Portable ladder feet shall be placed on a substantial, sturdy, and level base, and the areas around the top and the bottom shall be kept clear.  After raising the extension section of a ladder to the desired height, always check to see that safety dogs or latches are engaged and secure. Secure the extension rope to a rung at the base of the ladder.  Ladders that are damaged or broken must be tagged and repaired or destroyed.  Never use a ladder in a horizontal position as a platform or walkboard.  Remember to secure (tie off both the top and the bottom of the ladder before climbing.  Always choose the proper ladder to fit the job.  Never use a stepladder as a straight ladder.  Do not stand on top of a stepladder.  A properly placed ladder should extend 3 feet past the landing or walking surface.  Never temporarily repair or rig a ladder for use.  Always use both hands when going up or down a ladder.  Never improvise a ladder or place your ladder on an unleveled surface.  Do not climb a ladder with tools and/or materials in your hands; use a rope or lift.  Always store ladders properly when not in use.  If job-made ladders are required, contact management for details on proper and safe construction.  All job-made ladders will be clear and free of knots; they shall not be painted; and they shall not have rungs more than 12" apart.  Do not use ladders that have loose rungs, cracked or split side rails, missing rubber foot pads, or are otherwise visibly damaged.  Keep ladder rungs clean and free of dirt, grease, and oils.  Do not place a ladder in a passageway or doorway without posting warning signs or cones that detour pedestrian traffic away from the ladder.  Allow only one person on the ladder at a time. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Ladder Safety continued  Face the ladder when going up or down.  Maintain a three-point contact by keeping both hands and one foot, or both feet and one hand on the ladder at all times when climbing.  When performing work from a ladder, face the ladder and do not lean backwards or sideways from the ladder.  Do not stand on the top two rungs of any ladder.  Do not stand on a ladder that wobbles, or that leans to the right or left.  When using an extension ladder, extend the top of the ladder at least three feet abov e the edge of the landing.  Secure the ladder in place by having another employee hold it.  Do not try to "walk" a ladder by rocking it. Climb down the ladder, and move it.  Never move a rolling ladder while someone is on it. Material Handling  Moving, handling, and storage of materials, products, and equipment is very critical to many operations. Whether you pull order, stack goods and products, load or unload trucks and containers, or operate machinery you should be aware of the hazards associated with handling heavy, bulky, and awkward materials.  If the load is too heavy or bulky, use lifting and carrying aids such as hand trucks, dollies, pallet jacks, or get assistance from a co-worker.  If assistance is required to perform a lift, coordinate and comm unicate your movements with those of your co- worker.  Keep your hands free of oil and grease; wipe off wet, slippery, or dirty objects before you handle them.  Wear protective gloves when lifting objects with sharp comers or jagged edges.  If you work with loads labeled flammable, corrosive, poison, or acids, follow the company policy for handling these materials.  Always move containerized items by pushing them rather than pulling them.  When manually stocking shelves, position the materials to be shelved slightly in front of you, so that you do not have to twist when lifting and stacking materials.  Plan the move before lifting; remove obstructions from your chosen pathway.  Test the weight of the load before lifting by pushing the load along its resting s urface.  Position your feet 6 to 12 inches apart with one foot slightly in front of the other.  Face the load.  Bend at the knees, not at the back.  Keep your back straight.  Get a firm grip on the object with your hands and fingers. Use handles when prese nt.  Hold objects as close to our body as possible.  Perform lifting movements smoothly and gradually; do not jerk the load. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Material Handling continued  If you must change direction while liking or carrying the load, pivot your feet and turn your entire body. Do not twist at the waist.  Set down objects in the same manner as you picked them up, except in reverse.  Do not lift an object from the floor to a level above your waist in one motion. Set the load down on a table or bench, and then adjust your grip before lifting it higher. Hand Trucks:  Tip the load slightly forward so that the tongue of the hand truck goes under the load.  Push the tongue of the hand truck all the way under the lead to be moved.  Keep the center of gravity of the load as low as possible, place heavier objects below lighter objects.  When loading hand trucks, keep your feet clear of the wheels.  Push the load so that the weight will be carried by the axle and not the handles. The operator should only balance and push.  If your view is obstructed, use a spotter to assist in guiding the load.  Do not walk backward with the hand truck, unless going up stairs or ramps.  When going down an incline, keep the hand truck in front of you so that it can be controlled at all times.  Move hand trucks at a walking pace.  Store hand trucks with the tongue under a pallet, shelf or table.  Do not exceed the manufacturers load rated capacity. Read the capacity plate on the hand truck if you are unsure. Hoists:  Do not use load hooks that are cracked, bent, or broken.  Inspect all cable and chain assemblies before using a hoist.  Do not exceed the hoist rated load capacity as specified by the manufacturer.  Never leave a hoist unattended with a suspended load.  Do not hoist loads over people or occupied work areas. Forklifts Pre-use inspection: Before using a forklift, take a few minutes to inspect the lift for problems and potential problems. Safety check the forklift for any of the following conditions:  Does the mast have broken or cracked weld-points?  Are the roller tracks greased?  Are the chains free to travel?  Are the forks bent, spaced unequally, or have cracks along the blade or the heels?  Is the hydraulic fluid at the proper level?  Do hydraulic lines and fittings have excessive wear, or are any lines crimped?  Is any fluid leaking from the lift or the tilt cylinders?  Is the hardware on the cylinders loose or missing?  Are tires excessively worn, split, or have missing tire material?  Do batteries have cracks or holes, uncapped cells, frayed cables, broken c able insulation, connections, or clogged vent caps?  Does the forklift have a seat belt? © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Operating a forklift:  Do not operate a forklift with low hydraulic fluids.  Do not operate a forklift with low charged batteries.  Do not exceed the lift capacity of the forklift. If you are unsure, consult your supervisor.  See manufacturers guidelines for changes in the lift capacity before adding any attachment to a forklift.  Before driving, lift the load a few inches to test for stability. If the rear wheels are no t in firm contact with the ground, take a lighter load or use a forklift with a higher lift capacity.  Do not raise or lower a load with the forklift in motion.  After picking up a load, adjust the forks so that the load is tilted slightly backward for added stability.  Drive with the load at a ground clearance height of 4-6 inches at the tips and 2 inches at the heels in order to clear most uneven surfaces and debris.  Drive at a walking pace, and apply brakes slowly to stop when driving on wet floors.  Approach railroad tracks at a 45 degree angle.  Do not drive over objects in your path.  Observe ceiling heights. Know the height of the load you are moving.  Steer wide when making turns. Do not drive up to anyone standing or working in front of a fixed object such as a wall.  Do not drive along the edge of an unguarded elevated surface, such as a loading dock or staging platform.  Observe and obey all traffic lanes, signs, and rules.  Slow down and sound horn when approaching blind comers, doorways, or aisles to alert others.  Stay a minimum distance of three lengths from other operating mobile equipment.  Drive in reverse. Use a spotter/signal person when your vision is blocked by the load.  Do not proceed in any direction if you do not have a clear unobstructed view.  Never use bare forks as a man-lift or work platform.  Never operate a forklift while people are on an attached man-lift platform.  Always drive loaded forklifts forward up ramps.  Raise forks an additional few inches to avoid striking or scraping the surface of a ramp.  Drive loaded forklifts in reverse when going down a ramp.  Drive unloaded forklifts in reverse when going up a ramp and forward when going down a ramp.  Do not attempt to turn around on a ramp.  Do not use reverse to brake.  Lower the mast completely, turn off the engine, and set the parking brake before leaving your forklift. Aerial Lifts Safety All aerial lift operators are required to be fully qualified and competent in the operation of each piece of equipment they are required to operate. All New Hire operators are required to:  Provide proof of training and or experience valid within one (1) year and pass an examination prior to acceptance or;  Successfully complete the Aerial Lift Training Program. (Ref. Section 2.0) Acceptable forms of proof of training and or experience are:  Previous employers’ certification card dated; (some facilities do not recognize proof of training from other facilities, TGSV can accept it if the jobsites worked at are similar nature than the TGSV work site.)  Verification of class room training;  Verification of any participating classroom training. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Vehicle and Equipment Safety  Autos, Vans, and Trucks: Used for company purposes only, unless permission from management is granted beforehand.  Assigned Vehicles: A vehicle assigned to an employee will be used by that employee only, unless notified by management. No other drivers are allowed to drive company vehicles. Use by employee’s family members of any age is strictly prohibited.  Special Vehicles: Passengers or extra riders on construction or specialized equipment, i.e.forklifts, material hoists, backhoes, and tractors, is prohibited.  Riders: There are to be no other riders in company vehicles other than company personnel. Management must approve exceptions. Riding as a passenger on equipment is prohibited unless the equipment has the capacity to transport personnel safely (I.e. jump seats, operator chairs, and seats).  Vehicle Security: All company vehicles must maintain in company premises at the end of the workday. Losses sustained for ignoring this policy will be assigned employee's responsibility. Vehicle Violations: Moving and parking violations are the operator's responsibility.  Safety Belts: State statutes require one to wear seat belts when operating a motor vehicle. It is mandatory that all employees wear seat belts while driving or riding in a company vehicle. Seats on special equipment (all equipment with a “Roll-Over Protective Structure” - ROPS CAB) will have a seat belt. All operators of this equipment will be required to wear their seat belts when the machine in motion.  Passenger Safety: The assigned operator of the vehicle is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle, including the security and conduct of all passengers. No one is permitted to ride standing in a truck. Riders sitting on the outside of a truck bed, or on the tailgate, are prohibited. (Getting on or off a vehicle while it is in motion is strictly prohibited.)  Accidents in Company Vehicles: - Report all accidents, no matter how small, to management immediately. - Always call law enforcement officials to report an accident, no matter how minor the damage. - Do not make statements to anyone other than law enforcement officials. - Any accident involving a pedestrian must be reported to management and law enforcement immediately. Fire Safety and Prevention The most destructive and often the most preventable accident that occurs in the workplace is a fire. Every year, fires and explosions cause millions of dollars in personal and property damage, due to careless operations and employees who did not follow safety guidelines, or know their company emergency policy. Those that survived most likely do not work there any more. Types of Fire Extinguishers: Type A: Used for combustible solids (articles that will bum), such as paper, wood, and cloth. The symbol for a type A extinguisher is a green triangle with the letter A in the center. Type B: Used for combustible liquids, such as oil, gas, and solvents. The symbol for a type B extinguishe r is a red square with the letter B in the center. Type C: Used for electrical fires such as those that occur in motors, fuse boxes, welding machines, and transformers. The symbol for a type C extinguisher is a blue circle with the letter C in the center . © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Fire Safety and Prevention continued Type D: Used on fires involving combustible metals, such as zinc, magnesium, and titanium. The symbol for a type D extinguisher is a yellow ~tar with the letter D in the center. Some common causes of workplace fires and explosions are smoking, sparks, open flames, friction, hot surfaces, electrical malfunctions, and chemical reactions. Not all fires are preventable, but you can take measures to reduce the likelihood of a fire at work by following a few simple guidelines:  Keep your work area clean and free of excessive rubbish and debris.  Dispose of oily and solvent soaked rags in approved fire resistant containers.  Never use gasoline as a cleaning solvent or for starting fires.  Always store and transport flammable materials in approved, labeled containers.  Do not smoke, bum, or weld within 50 feet of unauthorized areas.  Never mix chemicals without checking the product label or Material Safety Data Sheets.  Know the locations of fire extinguishers and/or fire hoses and how they operate.  Report discharged or defective fire extinguishers to management.  Do not refuel a hot engine. Allow time for cooling.  Clean up spills of flammable liquids promptly.  Never tamper with or remove a fire extinguisher from its marked location.  Do not use power tools that have frayed or damaged power cords. Remember These Fire Safety Tips: 1. Fire is dark, you cannot see. 2. Fire is hot, you cannot breath. 3. Fire is fast, you have no time. 4. Smoke kills, not the flames. 5. Once you are out, stay out. Electrical Hazards Most accidents involving electrical power occur due to improper use of power tools, appliances, and machinery. This includes improper grounding, damaged power cords and plugs, using the wrong tool for the job, and unsafe operations around power sources. Proper maintenance of tools and appliances and knowledge of electric hazards can reduce the chances of you having a shocking experience! How Electrocution Occurs Electrocution occurs when the human body encounters a power current that exceeds 70 milliamperes. This level of energy will cause your heart to beat in an erratic pattern. When this happens, your heart will not be able to adequately supply your body and brain with sufficient blood and oxygen to sustain life. At t his point, you die! Be careful with electrical things. © Copyright – Safety Point, Corp. – Materials developed for TGSV Enterprises, Inc. Electrical Safety Tips:  Electricity always seeks the least path of resistance to the ground, and that could be you.  Electricity is an active hazard. It can kill immediately.  Never use a power tool that has a damaged or "homemade " plug.  Do not remove the grounding pin from a three-way plug.  Never use power tools in explosive or flammable atmospheres.  Check with the local power utility before working around power lines.  Avoid downed or damaged power lines.  Use only approved insulated power tools and appliances.  Never work on a power tool or machinery while it is plugged in.  Make sure all power tools are grounded.  Remember, electricity is much faster than you are. Any employee making unauthorized, unsafe alterations to an electrical device or power tool, or operating either in an unsafe manner, will be subject to disciplinary action as a safety violation. First Aid TGSV provides all of its jobsites with a First Aid Kit. There are specific pe rsonnel trained in First Aid and CPR procedures. Always make sure who are these employees trained, ask your immediate Supervisor. Upon any emergency, doubt or life threatening injury CALL 9 -1-1 and advise the Emergency Rescue Operator of your location and cooperate with their requirements.