Post on 06-Jun-2020
Seasonal Employees
Increased Customer Traffic.
Equipment at Full Utilization
Longer Hours
Poor Weather Conditions
Frequent meetings with employees on each shift to discuss:◦
Tasks to be completed.◦
Hazards associated with each task.◦
Efforts used to eliminate, control or reduce hazards.
Often referred to as toolbox, tailgate talks or pre-shift huddle.
Communicate safety frequently, BE SPECIFIC!
Anticipate problems that may arise.
Check maintenance records to see what equipment may need servicing or replacement.
Have critical parts on hand should breakdowns occur.
Allow adequate time for PM.
Dust collection equipment
Belts/Lagging/Buckets
Pressurization Fans
Bearings
Dryers
Grain Stream Processing Equipment
Fire Extinguishers
Hazard Monitoring Equipment
Exit/Emergency Lighting
PPE
Retrieval Equipment (ropes, stokes basket, tripod, winch, harnesses, boatswain chairs, etc.)
Cutting, welding or other spark or flame producing activities.
Can we eliminate or reduce the risks?
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Use of powered hand tools, etc.
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Moving work to an area with less hazard potential.
The person issuing the permit has the responsibility to verify that all necessary precautions have been taken at the worksite.
Necessary PrecautionsO Sprinklers are in service.O Cutting and welding equipment in good repair.
Precautions within 35 ft. (10 m.) of work.O Floors swept clean of combustibles.O Combustible floors wet down, covered with damp sand or
fire-resistive sheets.O Flammable liquids removed; other combustibles, if not
removed protected with fire-resistive tarpaulins or metal shields. O Explosive atmosphere in area eliminated.O All wall and floor openings covered.O Fire-resistive tarpaulins suspended beneath work.
Work on Walls or CeilingsO Construction is noncombustible and without combustible
covering or isolation.O Combustibles moved away from other side of wall.
Work on Enclosed EquipmentO Enclosed equipment cleaned of all combustibles.O Containers purged of flammable liquids.
Fire WatchO Fire watch will be provided during and for at least 30 minutes
after work, and during any coffee or lunch breaks.O Fire watch is supplied with suitable extinguishers, or charged
small hose.O Fire watch is trained in use of this equipment and in
sounding alarm.
Sprinkler systems/hydrants must remain in service in the hot work area, unless work is approved to be done by management.
Necessary Precautions
O Sprinklers are in service.
Precautions within 35 ft. (10 m.) of work.
Floors swept clean of combustibles.
Combustible floors wet down, covered with damp sand or fire-resistive tarps.
Flammable liquids removed; other combustibles, if not removed protected with fire-resistive tarpaulins or metal shields.
Explosive atmosphere in area eliminated.
All wall and floor openings covered.
Fire-resistive tarpaulins suspended beneath work.
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Gas hoses •
Backflow preventers•
Fire resistive tarpaulins•
Curtains•
Torch heads•
Regulators•
Leads/grounds•
Strain reliefNecessary Precautions
O Cutting and welding equipment in good repair.
Fire Watch for an adequate period of time after hot work performed:
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30 minute intervals for 1-2 hours. Follow your company’s policy.
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Plan work to allow for fire watch.
Work to identify ways to eliminate the need to enter.
Employees can become trapped in grain in three ways:
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Collapsing of bridged grain◦
Collapse of a vertical wall of grain◦
Entrapment in flowing grain
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Grain bridges when moldy, high in moisture or when in poor condition.
Kernels stick together to form a crust.
Hollow cavity under bridged grain can be undetectable.
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Prevent bridging by storing grain in good condition.
Never enter bins while grain is being reclaimed.
Follow documented confined space/bin entry procedures and use required retrieval equipment and PPE.
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Grain can set up in a large mass against the wall when it has been stored in poor condition.
The mass of grain can collapse on workers attempting remove the mass.
The “avalanche”
effect can knock workers off their feet and bury them in grain.
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Try to clear mass from outside the space.
Suspended work using retrieval equipment.
Use required safety lines, retrieval equipment, etc.
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Will not support the weight of a person
Pulls person into the grain mass
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Dangerous flowing situations include:◦
Grain flowing downward in a bin, silo, tank, railcar, truck, or wagon.◦
Grain flowing downward toward and auger.
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Do not enter storage bins when grain is flowing or bridged!!!
Utilize permit system.
Ensure that reclaim augers, conveyors or similar equipment are locked and tagged out.
Use required retrieval equipment.
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Need for consistent attention to housekeeping:
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Increased Volume
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Increased dust generation
Housekeeping program must address priority areas (1/8 inch):
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Areas within 35 feet of inside bucket elevators.
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Floors of enclosed areas containing grinding equipment.
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Floors of enclosed areas having grain dryers.
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Use of Compress Air Used for Cleaning
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All machinery presenting an ignition source is shut down.
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All other known potential ignition sources are removed or controlled.
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Recommend using a compressed air cleaning permit.
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Plan resources accordingly.
Inspect regularly.
Address any issues immediately.
Work performed by authorized personnel only.
Report electrical issues to supervisor/maintenance:
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Open junction boxes◦
Damaged/faulty equipment
Use properly rated equipment
Class II Division1 Group G◦
Open System
Class II Division 2 Group G◦
Closed System
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Employees can be seriously injured or killed if machinery they service unexpectedly energizes, starts up, or releases stored energy.◦
Fatalities◦
Amputations◦
Electrocutions
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1. Prepare for shut down2. Shut down the machine3. Disconnect or isolate the machine from energy
source(s)4. Apply Lockout/Tagout devices to the energy
isolating device(s)5. Release, restrain or otherwise render safe all
potential hazardous or stored energy.6. Verify the isolation and de-energization of the
machine.7. Inspect Machine8. Notify of re-start
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Increased Traffic
Positioning When Dumping Trucks
Smoking
Ensure traffic routes are defined.
Keep customers inside trucks (if feasible).
Ensure signage is visible/adequate.
High Visibility/reflective clothing.
If you elevate trucks:
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Keep customers/employees away from the area behind the truck when elevated.
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Body positioning (potential energy).
Ensure Adequate Signage is Present.
Inform customers of safety hazards.
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Give drivers a handout with a few critical safety requirements when they arrive at the facility.
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Anchorage
Harness
Connectors -
Lanyard, lifeline or similar device.
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Full Body HarnessAttached @ D-Ring
Anchorage
Connector (Lanyard)
Secure Point
Must withstand forces associated with fall arrest.
Support 5000 lbs. per person for fall arrest.
Preferably above to eliminate swing hazard.
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Disperses forces of fall arrest over the chest, thighs, pelvis and shoulders.
Safely support body upright until rescued.
Connected to anchorage by a lanyard.
D-Ring on back is for fall arrest, side is for positioning.
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Before each use inspect lanyards, SRL and harnesses:◦
Cuts ◦
Frays◦
Damage◦
Cracks
After a Fall: Must be taken out of service:
Make damaged equipment unusable and dispose of.
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3 Point Rule -Always Maintain 3 Point Contact.
Face Ladder
Hands Must be Free
Hoist Tools Rather Than Carrying (tool bags).
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1 in 5 injuries using portable ladders can be attributed to defects.
Should be inspected before use and taken out of service when defective.
Feet/Legs intact
No broken or missing rungs
No broken hardware –
spreaders
Other causes of injuries:◦
Improper selection ◦
Contact with electrical power lines◦
Climbing ladder with tools/materials in hand(s)
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Type Duty Rating (combined weight)
Type 1AA –
Special Duty(Rugged Professional)
375 lbs.
Type 1A –
Extra Heavy Duty 300 lbs.
Type 1-
Heavy Duty Industrial 250 lbs.
Type II –
Medium Duty (Painter/Handyman)
250 lbs.
Type III –
Light Duty (Household Use)
200 lbs.
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Find level surface
Use 4 to 1 Rule -
Every 4 feet of climb base of ladder should be positioned 1 foot out.
Ladder must be positioned 3-4 feet above landings.
Tie off top of ladder
Never lean out
Foot the ladder
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Firm Level Surface
Lock Spreaders
Stay off top two steps
Keep away from doorways or traffic
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Protect against flying debris, dust, etc.
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ANSI APPROVED
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Different Types:
Safety Glasses
Goggles
Face Shields
Hardhats
Bump Caps
Safety Toed Footwear
Leather Work Boots
Gloves◦
Sharp Objects◦
Chemicals◦
Abrasions
Proper Work Attire
Non-Synthetic/FR Clothing
Forgetfulness
Apathy
Reduced Vigilance
Poor Communication
Poor Decision-Making
Slower Reaction Time
Lethargy
Irritability
What drains the bucket (us)?◦
Excessive intensity and duration of physical/mental effort.
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Hazardous environments/climates.
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Worries, conflicts, responsibilities.
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Long hours, shift work.◦
Sleep Loss.◦
Poor nutrition.◦
Inadequate exercise.
What fills the bucket (us)?◦
Recuperation –
Rest and Adequate Sleep
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Nutrition◦
Friends and Family◦
Exercise
What can we do at work?◦
Schedule resources accordingly◦
Plan for ample breaks, lunches, time away from the facility.
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Communicate issues.◦
Eat regularly throughout the day.◦
Stay hydrated.◦
Dress appropriately for the environment.
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Maintain a safe work area.
Howard Deever, Risk and Compliance Manager, Hansen Mueller Co.
Brenda Bragg, Grain Safety Manager, The Andersons, Inc.
Wayne Bauer, Safety Director, Star of the West Milling.
Supervisor Talking Points
Quiz
Have a Safe and Prosperous Harvest!!!Have a Safe and Prosperous Harvest!!!
Joe Mlynek
CSP, CLCS
(216) 403-9669Email: joe.mlynek@progressivesafety.us
(216) 403-9669
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