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Employee Training
February 12, 2014
Training Agenda
• Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Ergonomics
Injury and IllnessPrevention Program (IIPP)
Injury and IllnessPrevention Program (IIPP) is a Legal
Requirement Mandated by OSHA!
Who, or What is OSHA?
OSHA is a Government Agency, as in EPA, DOT, NASA & CIABut OSHA Specializes in
Safety for Employees: Occupational Safety & Health Administration
There are two OSHA’s: Federal and State
Fed OSHA Cal OSHA Employee
Federal State EmployeesIndustry
Direction of Flow
Fed OSHA Cal OSHA Employee
Rules
Regulations Requirements
Program Responsibilities
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Human
Resources
Provide info on Worker’s
Compensation
Manage Worker’s Comp claims, filing,
forms & questions
Supervisors /
Managers
Educate / train Emp. on hazards & safe
work practices
Ensure unsafe equip is out of
service
Address safety issues to safety
committee
Report & investigate accidents within
24 hours
Management
Active leadership in EHS issues
Provide adequate resources
Complete all EHS training
Follow safe work procedures
Correct and/or report safety violations &
unsafe conditions
Know location & operation of
safety & emergency equipment
Maintain good housekeeping in
work spaces
EmployeesHuman
Resources
Provide info on Worker’s
Compensation
Manage Worker’s Comp claims, filing,
forms & questions
Supervisors /
Managers
Educate / train Emp. on hazards & safe
work practices
Ensure unsafe equip is out of
service
Address safety issues to safety
committee
Report & investigate accidents within
24 hours
Identification of Workplace Hazards
• New Equipment & Process Reviews – Ensure new equipment and processes meet EHS guidelines
• Safe Work Practices– Operating guidelines which include environment, health and
safety rules, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
• Safety Inspections– Conducting safety walkthroughs
• Incident Investigations– Corrective actions
• Employee suggestions
Correction of Unsafe Practices/Conditions
• Substitute/Elimination of Hazard• Engineering Controls
– Equipment Design– Ventilation
• Administrative Controls– Standard Operating Procedures– Personal Hygiene
• Personal Protective Equipment– Safety Glasses– Gloves– Lab coats
Most Effective
Least Effective
Employee Responsibilities if Injured
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Tell someone immediatelyKeep people clear if necessary
Get first aid, seek medical attention, or dial 9-911
Notify a supervisor
Post Accident/Incident Process
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Employees
Report all incidents, accidents immediately to SupervisorsGet first aid / medical attention (as needed)
Supervisors & Managers
Work with HR to provide Employees’ Claim form for Workers Compensation to Employee within 24 hours (as needed)Complete and submit the Accident Incident Report Form (located on shared drive) to the Safety Director within 24 hoursCommit resources to and implement the corrective action plan
Management
Notify appropriate agencies, e.g., Cal-OSHA, in a timely manner (as needed)Record injury or illness in Cal-OSHA 300 log (recordable cases only)Assist with accident/incident investigation Document corrective actions
Recordkeeping/Documentation
• Safety Inspections and Audits• Employee Training Records• Medical Records• Accident Statistics – CalOSHA Log 300
– Posted Feb. 1 to April 30 of following year
• Accident Incident Investigations• Employee Concerns• Corrective Actions
Ergonomics
Ergonomics is the science of fitting workplace conditions and job demands to the capabilities of the working population.
What is Ergonomics?
Ergonomics includes the use of hand tools, power tools, as well as computers and desk items
Ergonomics is not Just forDesk Jockeys*!
* a person whose job involves working at a desk (Merriam-Webster Dictionary)
Common Signs and Symptoms
Muscle fatigue
Pain / discomfort
Inflammation / swelling
Numbness / tingling
Decrease range of motion
Loss of function
Chronic injury cycle
Take Action Early and before the injury becomes serious!!
• Proper set up and use of equipment is key• When making changes, start with
the chair, then work up to the keyboard, desk height, mouse, and monitor
• Try changes for at least a week • Vary your tasks and positions
throughout the day• Take periodic breaks to stretch• Report symptoms to Manager
Desk Ergonomic Solutions
Best Practices
• Position chair to allow 90 degree angles for the arms and legs
• Position monitor 18-24” away (about an arm’s length)
• Position monitor at or just below eye level (Top 1/3 of screen)
• Keep items used most close to the body or within arms reach
• Evaluate frequency, force, and duration of each task
• Notify Manager when symptoms start
Exercise
Injury & Illness Prevention23
For ergonomic requests, please contact Ann Kelly in the Human Resources Department at extension 4212 or [email protected].
You will be scheduled for an ergonomist to perform an evaluation
For additional information, contact EH&S
Ergonomic Evaluation Requests
Thank You