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

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Safety update

October 7, 2014

Systemwide Safety ProgramsSystemwide Safety ProgramsStaffStaff

Peter Park, Team LeaderPeter_Park@mcpsmd.org

Laurie Lyons, Program TechnicianLaurie_E_Lyons@mcpsmd.org

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.

Today’s TopicsToday’s Topics

Orchestra Pit Fillers

Fall Protection

Stage Rigging

Chemical Use

Online Safety Training

Orchestra Pit FillersOrchestra Pit Fillers

Wenger Strata Units Installed (FY14)

Magruder HS Damascus HS

ConsiderationsDepthUsage Available school funds

Orchestra Pit FillersOrchestra Pit Fillers

Damascus HS

Orchestra Pit FillersOrchestra Pit Fillers

Fall ProtectionFall Protection

CatwalksLadders (Fixed, Portable)Stage Edges

Fall ProtectionFall ProtectionCatwalks, Elevated Work PlatformsCatwalks, Elevated Work Platforms

OSHA/MOSH RequirementsGuardrails

◦ 42” tall top rail1, mid rail2, 4” toeboard

Safe Access/EgressLightingObstructions

1 36” - 44” acceptable, must be capable of withstanding at least 200 lb pressure.2 Must be halfway between top rail and walking surface.

Fall ProtectionFall Protection

Fall ProtectionFall ProtectionLaddersLadders

Fall ProtectionFall ProtectionLaddersLadders

Fall ProtectionFall ProtectionLaddersLadders

3’ above point of support?

Fall ProtectionFall ProtectionLaddersLadders

UNSAFE ANGLE SAFE ANGLE (4:1)

Stage RiggingStage RiggingInspection Requirements/Recommendations

PLASA (Professional Lighting and Sound Assoc.)

◦ Rec. annual inspection of powered hoists (ANSI E1.6-1 - 2012

Entertainment Technology - Powered Hoist Systems)

◦ Rec. annual inspection of electric chain hoists (ANSI E1.6-2 - 2013

Entertainment Technology - Design, Inspection, and Maintenance of Electric

Chain Hoists for the Entertainment Industry)

Stage RiggingStage Rigging

Inspection Requirements/Recommendations

OSHA/MOSH

◦ Req. annual inspection of steel chain alloy slings (1910.184

Slings)

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsTwo QuestionsTwo Questions

1. Does your school 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, paint thinner, glues)

Health hazard (paints, cleaning chemicals, wood dust)

Simple asphyxiant (refrigerants, fog)

Combustible dust (wood dust)

Pyrophoric gas, or hazard not otherwise classified

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous Chemicals

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous Chemicals

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsFog MachinesFog Machines

Fog machines are permitted if operated in accordance with

MCPS’ required procedure. The procedure is as follows:

1. An appropriate fog machine must be selected for the

application. It must bear a label showing it has been tested by a

recognized independent testing laboratory for safety.

2. A material safety data sheet (MSDS) for the fog “juice”, the

liquid used to generate the fog, must be provided to Sean Yarup of

the Indoor Air Quality Unit, Division of Maintenance, for review.

The fog juice must be designed for use with the specific fog

machine selected. If Sean does not approve the product, it may

not be used.

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsFog MachinesFog Machines

3. If an appropriate machine is selected and the fog juice is approved, a smoke detector test must be completed to determine if the intended use will activate any smoke detectors. Please note that not all smoke detectors are readily visible; some are located in ducts. The required steps for conducting a smoke detector test are:

a. Schedule the test with the school principal and building service manager. The test may not be conducted while classes are in session.

b. Before activating the fog machine, notify school administration and Department of School Safety and Security, Electronic Detection Unit (301-279-3232), that a test will be conducted that might activate the fire alarm system.

c. Ensure a copy of the fog juice MSDS is available. The MSDS is needed for fire personnel if the test activates the fire alarm system and to address any health-related concerns that might arise.

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsFog MachinesFog Machines

d. Activate the fog machine in the location required for the performance, producing the amount of fog needed. If the test activates the fire alarm system, fire evacuation procedures must be followed: call 911 and evacuate the building. The building may not be re-occupied until permission is granted by the fire department.

e. If the test does not activate the fire alarm system, the location and quantity of fog generated should be recorded. School administration and the Electronic Detection Unit should be notified the test has been completed.

f. If the test indicates the fog machine will not activate the fire alarm system, it may be used in a similar manner for the performance.

g. For the performance, audience notification of fog machine use must be provided via a lobby and program notice. The notice must also note that audience members may contact a production representative if there are questions or concerns. The MSDS should be reviewed for any information indicating potential hazards for individuals with respiratory conditions, and a copy must be available during the performance.

h. If the fog machine activates the fire alarm system during the performance, fire evacuation procedures must be followed.

Hazardous ChemicalsHazardous ChemicalsTipsTips

1. Complete required safety training

2. Only use MCPS-approved products

3. Keep Material Safety Data Sheets (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

Online Safety TrainingOnline Safety TrainingRequired training for MSTs (upon assignment):Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention – Full Course

Required training for MSTs (annual):Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention – Annual Refresher

Additional training:Office Ergonomics

Ladder Safety

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hazard Communication: Right to Understand

Safety Data Sheets: Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

Electrical Safety

Demonstration, handout**http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/uploadedFiles/departments/facilities/safety/Online%20Safety%20Training%20Tutorial.pdf

Drama and Theater Safety Drama and Theater Safety HandbookHandbook

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

compliance.aspx#theater

http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/uploadedFiles/

departments/facilities/safety/Drama%20and%20Theater%20safety

%20handbook.pdf

Questions?Questions?