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MCPS Systemwide Safety ProgramsMCPS Systemwide Safety ProgramsDepartment of Facilities ManagementDepartment of Facilities Management

Building Service Managers’ Presentation

November 21, 2014

Systemwide Safety ProgramsSystemwide Safety ProgramsStaffStaff

Peter Park, Team [email protected]

Laurie Lyons, Program [email protected]

Office: 240-314-1070Emergencies: 301-370-2141

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/facilities/safety/

Systemwide Safety ProgramsSystemwide Safety ProgramsMissionMission

Help establish and maintain a safe,

healthful learning and working

environment for students, staff,

contractors, and visitors.

Systemwide Safety ProgramsSystemwide Safety ProgramsMajor FunctionsMajor Functions

Guidance/direction to facilities, offices, departments

Oversight of student and employee safety programs

Compliance with safety and health regulations

Safety training

Hazard evaluation, accident investigation

Playground renovation

How safe is MCPS?How safe is MCPS?CY2013 Occupational Injury/Illness Data

942 recordable occupational injuries/illnesses*

246 lost workday cases, 8,802 lost work days

$3,164,262.44 incurred workers’ compensation costs

Incidence rate (injuries/illnesses per 100 full-time

employees): 5.7

* Result in lost work days, job restriction or transfer, or medical treatment

beyond first aid.

Who is getting injured/ill?Who is getting injured/ill?

Injuries/Illnesses by Employee Group (CY13)

What is causing lost workdays?What is causing lost workdays?Lost Workdays by Employee Group, Incident Type (CY13)

Lost Workdays by Employee Group and Incident Type (CY 13)Employee

GroupSlip,

Trip, FallInjury by Student

Exertion, Posture

Vehicle-Related

Struck by Object

Other Total

DOT 603 304 1,034 1,016 18 1553,130 (36%)

DSPO 1,153 0 551 0 315 42,023 (23%)

Paraeducators

479 270 167 0 172 61,094 (12%)

Teachers 582 235 208 0 4 271,056 (12%)

DOM 28 0 420 0 96 31 575 (7%)DMM 22 0 80 0 32 17 151 (2%)

Cafeteria 93 0 0 0 0 39 132 (2%)Principals/APs 59 34 0 0 0 0 93 (1%)

DSSS 0 85 0 0 0 0 85 (1%)Other 382 4 50 24 3 0 463 (5%)

3,401 (39%)

932 (11%)

2,510 (29%)

1,040 (12%)

640 (7%) 279 (3%) 8,802Average Lost Workdays by Incident Type: •Slip, Trip, Fall – 38 days (89 cases)•Injury by Student – 30 days (31 cases)•Exertion, Posture – 41 days (61 cases)•Vehicle-Related – 47 days (22 cases)•Struck by Object – 29 days (22 cases)

Discussion TopicsDiscussion Topics

Chemical safety (exercise)

Chemical spills, mercury

Mold

Fire safety (handout)

Online safety training (demo)

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous Chemicals2 Questions2 Questions

1. Do MCPS schools have hazardous chemicals?

2. Do you use hazardous chemicals at work?

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsWhat makes chemicals What makes chemicals

“hazardous”?“hazardous”?The chemical is a:

Physical hazard (gasoline, hand sanitizer)

Health hazard (bleach, cleaning chemicals, wood dust)

Simple asphyxiant (refrigerants)

Combustible dust (wood dust)

Pyrophoric gas, or hazard not otherwise classified

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous Chemicals

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsApproved Chemicals, MSDSApproved Chemicals, MSDS

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsSDS ExerciseSDS Exercise

3M Neutral Cleaner Concentrate

Question 1: What is the primary health hazard associated with this product?



Answer: Serious eye irritation



Question 2: What other health hazards might result from exposure to this product?



Answer:



Question 3: Is this product flammable?



Answer: No



Question 4: What chemicals should you keep from contacting this product?



Answer: Oxidizers (chlorine, bleach, hydrogen peroxide, sulfuric acid, etc.)



Question 5: What does the manufacturer recommend in case of skin contact (first aid)?



Answer:



Question 6: What can you use, in addition to the MSDS, to find safety and health information about this product?



Answer: Product label

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsMercury spills at MCPSMercury spills at MCPS

Three science-related mercury spills last year

• All from thermometers• Two high schools, one middle school• $4,491 remediation cost

One non science-related mercury spill last year

• 10-20 mL mercury in a bottle• One classroom, main office, bus• > $40,000 remediation cost

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsHow do we manage mercury spills?How do we manage mercury spills?

Open windows and turn off HVAC, if feasible Evacuate the room or immediate area Isolate affected location(s) Contact SSP (240-314-1070; 301-370-2141) or

ES/IAQ (301-926-4409) immediately Sequester potentially contaminated materials and

occupants in nearby hall or room Implement Shelter In Place, if needed

Do not attempt to clean the spill

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsWhat do you do here?

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsTipsTips

1. Complete required safety training

2. Only use MCPS-approved products

3. Keep MSDSs at the school

4. Follow directions on labels and MSDSs – Do not use

chemicals in ways they are not intended to be used

5. Never mix chemicals!

6. Use proper procedures, equipment, PPE

7. Ask for help, give help

MoldMoldMain CausesMain Causes

Uncontrolled water

Ventilation equipment problems

Improper operation of ventilation

equipment, chiller

Weather conditions

Carpet cleaning (wet methods)

MoldMoldResponsibilities: Building Responsibilities: Building

ServicesServices Maintain ventilation equipment

Monitor operating condition of units

Report mechanical problems to Division of

Maintenance

Replace air filters, as needed

Ensure proper thermostat settings

MoldMoldResponsibilities: Building Responsibilities: Building

ServicesServices Minimize probability for moisture problems

Ensure roof drains, condensate drains clear

Dry carpets rapidly after shampooing (within

24 hours) – get dehumidifiers from IAQ

Report problems to IAQ (301-926-4409)

Fire SafetyFire Safety

Common fire code violations (handout)*Additional info at:

http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/facilities/safety/firesafety.aspx

* Downloadable at: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/uploadedFiles/departments/facilities/safety/031014%20SPO%20Newsletter%20-%20SSP(1).pdf

Online Safety TrainingOnline Safety TrainingRequired training for building services (upon hire):Bloodborne Pathogen – Full Course

Ladder Safety

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hazard Communication: Right to Understand

Safety Data Sheets: Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

Required training for building services (annually):Bloodborne Pathogen – Annual Refresher

Demonstration, handout*

*Downloadable at: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/uploadedFiles/departments/facilities/safety/Online%20Safety%20Training%20Tutorial.pdf

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