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WORKPLACE SAFETY & EMERGENCIES Ch. 30 HS

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SAFETY VS. EMERGENCIES Safety consists of action taken to prevent accidents and emergencies Accident is an unexpected event caused by carelessness or ignorance that results in harm to people or property Emergency is an unforeseen event that can cause harm to people and property Safety Procedures include everything done to prevent an accident or emergency Emergency Procedures include everything done to respond to an emergency that has already occurred

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THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT Section 2

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHS Act) requires employers to make the workplace free of hazards that might cause injury or death to employees Hazard is a situation that could result in an accident or emergency Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for making sure that the laws and regulations of the OSH Act are followed

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY OSH Act requirement is the RIGHT TO KNOW Requirement states that the employer must inform all employees about any toxic or dangerous materials that they use in the workplace For each hazardous substance used in the workplace, the employer must get a material safety data sheet from the manufacturer Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) is a form that is completed by the manufacturer for each hazardous substance it makes

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STATE & LOCAL SAFETY REGULATIONS Building Codes must be enforced during construction, remodeling, and operation of the business Certificate of Occupancy is issued by a city or county building inspector after she or he approves the building for business Ensure that the foundation is prepared properly and that it can pass a stress test Also cover fire prevention, structural safety, the size and number of rooms allowed, required exits, cover ventilation, refrigeration, heating, and sanitary equipment for buildings Fire Safety Codes for building make sure that a building is constructed to minimize the chance of fire and to slow down the spread of fire Cover construction materials, interior fabrics, entrance and exit requirements, smoke alarm installment and maintenance, fire alarm installation and maintenance, and sprinkler system installation and maintenance

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STATE & LOCAL SAFETY REGULATIONS Health Inspections are regularly conducted by the local health department Include the kitchen, storage, bar, and restaurant areas Inspectors look for compliance with sanitation standards, the absence of pests, proper care and handling of food, proper food storage techniques, and correct temperatures of wash water Liquor License is granted by the state. Businesses are required to attend safety lessons on the procedures for selling and serving alcoholic beverages Help protect public from drunk drivers

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SAFETY & ACCIDENT PREVENTION Section 3

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CASES OF ACCIDENTS Four major causes of accidents A poor accident prevention plan Employee lack of knowledge and skills Employee negligence Employee fatigue First two are the responsibility of the business Last two are the responsibility of the employees

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PREVENTION PROGRAMS Rules and Policies Establish a safety committee Include at least one representative from each department Safety Training Compliance following of rules and policies Safety Training should cover three areas: general safety rules, specific job-related safety rules, and safety attitude General safety rules apply to everyone in company Specific job-related safety training should be tailored to each specific job All safety training should promote the importance of safety Safety Inspections Are part of the job descriptions of many employees in foodservice, security, and engineering Should be conducted on a regular basis

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EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY Negligence includes behaviors such as carelessness, laziness, ignoring the rules, and improper use of equipment Prevent negligence by paying attention to their work, asking questions when unsure of what to do, and following all rules and policies Fatigue is tiredness that can be caused by physical exertion, stress, or lack of sleep

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EMERGENCIES Section 4

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EMERGENCY ACTION PLANS Emergency Action Plan is a detailed, usually written, plan that describes what to do in case of an emergency Five General Categories Fire Flammable Liquid is a liquid that catches fire easily and burns quickly Natural Disasters Medical Emergencies Industrial Accidents Civil Disturbances

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EVACUATION PLANS Evacuation is the orderly movement of people out of a dangerous location Covers the following six elements: Conditions Chain of Command Routes and Exits Clearly marked and well lit Wide enough to accommodate the number of people Unobstructed and clear of debris Unlikely to expose evacuating people to additional hazards People with Special Needs Shutdown Duties Accounting for Employees and Guests

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MINOR EMERGENCIES IS ONE THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE THE HELP OF AN EXPERT Section 5

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SMALL FIRES A fire needs three things to keep burning: fuel, oxygen, and heat Called the FIRE TRIANGLE If you remove one, you will extinguish the fire Fire Extinguisher is a container filled with materials that will put out a fire Three basic types of fires: Paper Class A fire extinguisher Combustible easy to burn Grease Class B fire extinguisher Electrical Class C fire extinguisher ABC Extinguisher is a universal fire extinguisher that can be used on all class fires

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MINOR INJURIES Minor Injury is an injury that does not require the help of an expert Includes small cuts and scrapes, bruises, and small burns First aid kits should be located where employees can easily access them

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MAJOR EMERGENCIES Section 6

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MAJOR EMERGENCIES Major Emergencies is an emergency that requires professional help or is life-threatening Follow General Procedures

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DISASTERS Include natural disasters, industrial accidents, and civil disturbances Weather includes blizzards, hurricanes, lightning, thunderstorms, and tornadoes Other natural disasters include volcanoes and earthquakes

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MEDICAL EMERGENCIES Can happen at anytime, at any place Hospitality workers should be first aide and CPR trained CPR is a first aid procedure to help someone who heart has stopped beating Calling for Help Emergency Medical Services (EMS) consists of emergency medical professionals and medical equipment, which are brought to the scene in an ambulance Paramedic (Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)) an emergency medical professional First Aid is treatment given to an injured or suddenly ill person before professional medical care arrives All restaurant works should know the HEIMLICH MANUEVER Abdominal Thrust is a first aid procedure designed to force a stuck object out of the throat

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