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GENERAL SAFETYAccident Reporting

An accident is an unplanned occurrence that may result in damage to people, property,

equipment, or the environment. When accidents are reported promptly, injuredemployees, students, and visitors receive timely medical care and unsafe conditions

receive prompt corrective action. The Safety Office investigates accidents to identify

accident trends, determine the effectiveness of current safety programs, and prevent

future accidents.

IMPORTANT:

Report all accidents to your supervisor, the Safety Office,

or the University Police Department, as appropriate.

ACCI!"T#I"$%&' &!(O&TI") (&OC!%&!

I. Tarleton State %niversity !mployees

Complete *&eport of Accident#Illiness* form and send original to Safety

Office and a copy to +uman &esources. orms are availa-le in the Safety

Office or from theTarleton (olicy (age.

II. Tarleton State %niversity Students

Complete the Tarleton State %niversity Student Services *Accident&eport*. Send the original to Student Services and a copy to the Safety

Office. orms are availa-le in the Safety Office or from the Tarleton

(olicy (age.

EXAMPLE:

Report hazards, such as missing manhole covers or

chemical spills, to the Safety Office. Report accidents such

as vehicle collisions to the University Police Department(UPD).

&eport unsafe conditions or potentially haardous situations to the Safety Office as

quic/ly as possi-le. The Office 0ill then contact other departments and outside agencies

as appropriate.

Americans with Disabilities Act
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Tarleton State %niversity complies 0ith the requirements and guidelines of the Americans

0ith isa-ilities Act. This means that ne0 facilities and renovations to e1isting facilities

are designed to provide accessi-ility for handicapped people.+andicapped par/ing and 0heelchair ramps must remain accessi-le at all times. o not

-loc/ these areas or tamper 0ith other accessi-ility equipment. In addition, do not

remove 2raille ta-s on elevator -uttons or other signs.&eport accessi-ility violations such as -loc/ed 0heelchair ramps and -loc/edhandicapped par/ing to the Safety Office or the %niversity (olice epartment. Contact the Safety Office for more information on accommodating handicappedindividuals or ma/ing your 0or/place more accessi-le.

Asbestos

As-estos is a mineral fi-er that causes cancer and various respiratory illnesses. Older

-uildings constructed prior to 3456 may contain as-estos. As-estos is commonly found in

older appliances, insulation, shingles, siding, putties, and caul/ing. )enerally, it is not apro-lem unless the material that contains it crum-les or fla/es.

The Te1as As-estos +ealth (rotection &ules do not require -uilding o0ners to conductinspections and identify all as-estos locations. Inspections are required, ho0ever, prior to

renovation or dismantling activities.

NOTE:

all the Physical Plant !efore performing "or# on campus

that "ill distur! !uilding fi$tures, "alls, or ceiling (e.g.,installing computer ca!les in the ceiling). %he Physical

Plant "ill help ensure that the "or# does not affectas!estos containing materials.

IMPORTANT:

Do not handle as!estos or suspected as!estos or try to

remove it yourself.

Tarleton State %niversity has an ongoing As-estos 7anagement (rogram that strives to

eliminate the potential haards associated 0ith as-estos. A copy of the Tarleton State%niversity As-estos 7anagement (rogram is availa-le from the Safety Office.

epending on the sie of the project, either the Tarleton State %niversity acilities(lanning 8 Construction or the (hysical (lant handles contracts for consultation and#ora-atement. irect any questions a-out identifying or removing as-estos to the (hysical

(lant. Address any safety related questions to the Safety Office.

Dress Code


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ress in a manner that does not impair safety. 9oose clothing, long hair, dangle je0elry,

and sandals may -e dangerous around moving equipment.

Al0ays 0ear clothing that is appropriate for your jo-. &efer to the chapters on (ersonal(rotective !quipment and Office Safety for more information.

Graphic Arts Media

The art supplies and chemicals associated 0ith graphic media are often e1tremelyhaardous. epending on the type of art supplies used, artists can develop the same types

of occupational diseases as industrial 0or/ers. Studies sho0 that people 0ho 0or/ 0ith

haardous graphic media chemicals can develop dermatitis, lead poisoning, silicosis, liver

and /idney damage, nerve damage, reproductive pro-lems, car-on mono1ide poisoning,cancer, and other ailments.

The ris/ of chemical haards is directly lin/ed to the follo0ing factors: uration and frequency of e1posure

Chemical to1icity Chemical amount

Wor/ers are e1posed to graphic media haards through s/in contact, inhalation, and

ingestion.

ollo0 these safety guidelines for 0or/ing 0ith graphic media materials: Wear protective clothing and follo0 7SSs, as appropriate.

%se nonto1ic or less to1ic solvents and chemicals 0hen possi-le.

!liminate to1ic metals such as lead and cadmium. Instead, use cadmium;free

silver solders and lead;free paint, glaes and enamels. %se 0ater;-ased instead of solvent;-ased materials.

%se liquid materials to replace po0ders. %se 0et techniques


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Aerosol sprays, such as fi1atives, paint sprays, and adhesive sprays, are e1tremely

dangerous if someone inhales the fine mists produced -y these products. Air -rushes and

spray guns are equally haardous. %se aerosol sprays in a 0ell;ventilated area and 0ear adust#vapor mas/ to protect you from the haardous vapors.

Acids and Alkalis

The acids and al/alis used in ceramics, photo chemicals, paint removers, and similarmaterials can -e very caustic to the s/in, eyes, respiratory system, and gastrointestinal

system. 9i/e0ise the acids and al/alis used to etch metals and glass can -e very

dangerous. Strong acids, such as hydrochloric, sulfuric, and perchloric acid, require

special handling as outlined in the 7SS. Al/alis, such as caustic potash, caustic soda,quic/lime, and unsla/ed lime, also require special treatment. &emem-er to add acid to

0ater, not 0ater to acid, 0hen mi1ing chemicals.

Paints and Pigments

7any paints and color pigments contain haardous chemical compounds. 9ead paint, fore1ample, is e1tremely dangerous, and should never -e used in its po0der form. Other

paint components, such as chromate, cadmium, and co-alt pigments, are equally

haardous. o not inhale po0dered paint or spray paint vapors or accidentally ingestpigment -y placing the -rush tip in your mouth. In addition, do not eat, drin/, or smo/e

0hile painting. Any of these activities could result in chronic poisoning.

The ta-le -elo0 outlines common paint pigments and their haardous chemical

component:Hazardous Chemical Pigment (Paint Name)

Arsenic !merald )reen

Co-alt >iolet

Antimony True "aples 'ello0

Cadmium All Cadmium (igments

Chromium ?inc 'ello0Strontium 'ello0Chrome 'ello0

Co-alt Co-alt >ioletCo-alt )reen

Co-alt 'ello0

Cerulean 2lue


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9ead al/ White9ead White

Creminit White

7i1ed White

7anganese 7anganese 2lue

7anganese >iolet2urnt %m-er

&a0 %m-er

7ars 2ro0n

7ercury >ermilion

Cadmium >ermilion &ed

Photography

7any of the chemicals used for photographic processing can cause severe s/in and lung

pro-lems. The greatest haards associated 0ith photography include the preparation and

use of concentrated chemical solutions. "ever touch chemical po0ders or solutions 0ithunprotected hands. In addition, ta/e care not to stir up and inhale chemical dusts.

IMPORTANT:

&ood ventilation is essential "hen "or#ing "ith

photographic chemicals.

The follo0ing are common photographic agents and their haards:eveloper:

7ay cause s/in irritation and allergic reactions.

Stop;-ath:

7ay cause -urns and throat irritation.i1er:

+ighly irritating to lungs.

Intensifier:>ery corrosive and may cause lung cancer.

&educer:

Contact 0ith heat, concentrated acids, or ultraviolet radiation produces poisonous gas.Toners:

+ighly to1ic.

+ardeners and sta-iliers:Often contain formaldehyde 0hich is poisonous, a s/in irritant, and a /no0n carcinogen.


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Plastics, Acrylics, Epoxy Resins

(lastic haards result from ma/ing plastic and 0or/ing 0ith finished plastic. The greatest

haards associated 0ith ma/ing plastic come from the monomers, solvents, fillers,catalysts, and hardeners that are commonly to1ic. The haards involved 0ith finished

plastics result mainly from the methods used to 0or/ the plastic. or e1ample,overheating or -urning plastic produces to1ic gases. (olishing, sanding, and sa0ing

plastic produces harmful dusts.Certain types of plastics, such as acrylics and epo1y resins are also haardous. The

components in acrylic, for e1ample, include irritants, e1plosives, and flamma-les. The

main haard associated 0ith acrylic compounds, ho0ever, is inhalation. Al0ays maintaingood ventilation 0hen 0or/ing 0ith acrylic.The epo1y resins used in laminating, casting, glues, and lacquer coatings, are also s/in

irritants, sensitiers, and suspected cancer;causing agents. Avoid s/in contact andinhalation 0hen 0or/ing 0ith epo1y resins.

Pottery and Ceramics

(ottery clay contains silicates that can -e haardous if inhaled. 7any lo0;fire clays and

slip;casting clays also contain talc, 0hich may -e contaminated 0ith as-estos. 9ong;term

inhalation of as-estos can cause cancer and respiratory diseases. When mi1ing clay dustor -rea/ing up dry grog, use e1haust ventilation and#or 0ear a to1ic dust respirator. Wor/

0ith 0et clay 0hen possi-le.

(ottery glaes also contain free silica, including flint, feldspar, and talc. Wear a to1ic dustrespirator 0hen mi1ing or spraying glaes.

To1ic fumes and gases are often produced during the firing process. !nsure that all /ilnsare ventilated. In addition, use infrared goggles or a shield to loo/ in the /iln peep hole.(roper eye protection 0ill help prevent cataracts.

ood!orking

The haards associated 0ith 0ood0or/ing include sa0dust inhalation, e1posure to to1ic

solvents and adhesives, and e1cessive noise from 0ood0or/ing tools. 9ong terminhalation of sa0dust can cause chronic respiratory diseases. epending on the type of

0ood, short term sa0dust inhalation may also produce allergic reactions. To1ic

preservatives, such as arsenic compounds and creosote, may cause cancer andreproductive pro-lems. !po1y resins and solvent;-ased adhesives, also pose potential

haards. %se dust collectors around 0ood0or/ing machines, ensure proper ventilation,

and 0ear personal protective equipment, as appropriate.

Hearing Conser"ation Program


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!1cessive noise levels may permanently or temporarily damage a person@s hearing.

Whenever possi-le, employees should reduce noise levels to an accepta-le level. The

follo0ing ta-le outlines OS+A limits for accepta-le noise e1posure indicated as deci-els


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!ngineering controls, such as the follo0ing, can also reduce noise levels:

&eplacing noisy materials

%sing large, lo0 speed fans

Considering the noise level of ne0 equipment or processes -efore purchasing or

implementing (lacing heavy machines on ru--er mountings

%sing sound;a-sor-ing acoustical tiles or -affles

(lacing noisy machinery or operations in a separate area or room

!nclosing noisy conveyors

Areas that may require hearing protection include machine shops, the po0er plant, etc.

O-serve all 0arning signs and 0ear hearing protection 0henever necessary. o notinterfere 0ith, remove, or modify noise a-atement equipment. Jeep all equipment

properly maintained, and report any malfunctions immediately.

&efer to the chapter on (ersonal (rotective !quipment for more information on hearingprotection. irect all questions regarding hearing conservation to the Safety Office. When

requested and necessary, the Safety Office monitors noise levels.

Heat %tress

(eople may suffer from heat stress during hot, humid conditions. 2ecause the climate at

Tarleton State %niversity is conducive to heat stress, people must ta/e preventivemeasures to reduce their ris/. To prevent heat stress, employees should limit strenuous

physical activity during the hottest portion of the day, 0ear a -rimmed hat 0hen in the

sun, ta/e frequent -rea/s, and drin/ plenty of fluids.+eat stress occurs in t0o forms: heat e1haustion and heat stro/e.

Heat Exhaustion

+eat e1haustion is usually caused -y strenuous physical activity and hot, humid

conditions. 2ecause heat e1haustion is the -ody@s response to insufficient 0ater and salt,it should -e treated as quic/ly as possi-le.

Signs and symptoms of heat e1haustion include the follo0ing: !1haustion and restlessness

+eadache

iiness

"ausea

Cold, clammy, moist s/in

(ale face

Cramps in a-domen and lo0er lim-s

ast, shallo0 -reathing


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&apid, 0ea/ pulse

alling -ody temperature

ainting

Ta/e the follo0ing steps to administer first aid for heat e1haustion:

3. +ave the victim lie do0n in a cool or shaded place.B. If the victim is conscious, have him#her slo0ly sip cool 0ater.

If the victim is unconscious or is conscious -ut does not improve, see/ medicalaid as soon as possi-le.

E. If the victim is s0eating profusely, have him or her sip cool 0ater that contains

one teaspoon of ta-le salt per pint of 0ater.

Heat %troke

+eat stro/e is usually caused -y e1posure to e1treme heat and humidity and#or a feverishillness. +eat stro/e occurs 0hen the -ody can no longer control its temperature -y

s0eating. +eat stro/e is e1tremely dangerous and may -e fatal if not treated immediately.

The signs and symptoms of heat stro/e include the follo0ing: +ot, dry s/in

+eadache

iiness

+igh temperature

Strong pulse

"oisy -reathing

%nconsciousness

Immediately ta/e the follo0ing steps to administer first aid for heat stro/e:

3. If possi-le, move the victim to a cool place.B. See/ medical attention as soon as possi-le.

E. &emove the victim@s clothing.

. If the victim is conscious, place him in a half;sitting position and support the headand shoulders.

If the victim is unconscious, place him on the side 0ith the head facing side0ays.

D. an the victim and sponge the -ody 0ith cool 0ater.

Housekeeping

)ood house/eeping s/ills are essential for personal safety. Tarleton State %niversityemployees are responsi-le for reducing potential haards and /eeping their 0or/ areas

safe and clutter;free. )ood house/eeping guidelines include /eeping aisles and stair0ays


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free from clutter, cleaning spills, minimiing com-usti-les in 0or/place and storage

areas, and /eeping all e1its free from o-structions.

7aintain clear and uno-structed access to emergency equipment, such as firee1tinguishers, pull stations, eye 0ash units, sho0ers, etc.or more specific information on house/eeping, refer to the section in this manual that

corresponds to your 0or/place


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7inimie chemical and aerosol usage. >entilate your area 0hen chemical or

aerosol usage is required.


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Avoid moving o-jects manually. (lan jo-s and arrange 0or/ areas so that heavy

items may -e moved mechanically. Jeep in good physical condition. If you are not used to lifting and vigorous

e1ercise, do not attempt difficult lifting tas/s.

Thin/ -efore you act. %se proper lifting techniques and lifting aides such as -ac/

support -elts, dollies, etc. )et help if you need it.

When lifting heavy o-jects, follo0 these steps and refer to the illustration on thefollo0ing page:

3. Test the o-ject@s 0eight -efore handling it. If it seems too heavy or -ul/y, get

assistance.B. ace the o-ject, place one foot -ehind the o-ject and one foot along its side.

E. 2end at the /nees.

. )et a firm, -alanced grip on the o-ject. %se the palms of your hands, use gloves if

necessary.D. Jeep the o-ject as close to your -ody as possi-le.


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!leme1

!ucarel

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Inerteen

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(yroclor

Saf;T;Juhl

Sanotherm

O0ners are specifically responsi-le for properly handling any equipment containing

(C2s. or e1ample, (C2 transformers must meet the follo0ing requirements: (C2 transformers and o0ners must -e registered 0ith the local ire epartment.

The (C2 transformers and access to the (C2 transformer


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&emove items that may pose a potential slipping haard.

Clean up spills as soon as they occur.

"ever o-struct your vie0 0hen 0al/ing.

o not 0ear clothing that is too long or shoes that have slippery heels or soles.

+old the handrail 0hen using stairs.

2e careful 0hen 0al/ing on 0et surfaces or 0hen entering a -uilding 0hile0earing 0et shoes.

&eport uneven surfaces, such as loose or missing floor tiles, to the (hysical (lant

for repair.

%moking

The %nited States Surgeon )eneral and the !nvironmental (rotection Agency have

determined the follo0ing: 2reathing secondary smo/e causes various diseases and allergic reactions in

healthy non;smo/ers.

Separating smo/ers and non;smo/ers 0ithin the same air space does not eliminate

e1posure to environmental to-acco smo/e for non;smo/ers. To-acco smo/e and secondary to-acco smo/e are Class A carcinogens.

To promote a safe, healthy, and pleasant environment for employees, students, and

visitors, Tarleton State %niversity has instituted a smo/e;free policy.

SMOKING POLICY:

ll University facilities, !uildings, and vehicles, regardlessof location or o"nership, must !e entirely smo#efree. %his

includes all foyers, entry"ays, classrooms, restrooms,

offices, athletic facilities (indoor and outdoor), eatingareas, and universityo"ned*leased housing.

isitor %a*ety

!mployees must ta/e special care to ensure visitor safety. This is particularly important0hen -ringing visitors to potentially haardous areas such as construction sites or

la-oratories.

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Office visitors should !e escorted+ "or#site visitors should

!e escorted, supervised, and monitored. Do not !ring

children to the "or#place.

If a visitor is injured, -e sure to report the occurrence to the Safety Office after attending

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OFFICE SAFETY

-eneral ./ce %a*ety

A large percentage of 0or/place accidents and injuries occur in office -uildings. 9i/e the

shop or la-oratory the office requires a fe0 preventive measures to ensure a safe andhealthful environment. Common causes of office accidents include the follo0ing:

Slipping, tripping, and falling haards 2urning, cutting, and pinching haards

Improper lifting and handling techniques

%no-servant and inattentive employees

Improper office layout and arrangement

angerous electrical 0iring

!1posure to to1ic su-stances

+orseplay

The follo0ing sections address several office safety practices. Other preventive measures

not mentioned here may -e necessary also.

REMEMBER:

%he office !uilding is not a sterile "or#ing environment+

common "or#place hazards can !e e$tra dangerous "henyou ignore them.

&efer to other chapters in this manual, such as !lectrical Safety, )eneral Safety, ire

Safety, and others for more information on 0or/place safety. Al0ays use common sense

0hen safety is a concern.

-ood Housekeeping Practices

7any office accidents are caused -y poor house/eeping practices. 2y /eeping the office

floor -oth neat and clean, you can eliminate most slipping, tripping, and falling haards.Other good house/eeping practices include the follo0ing:
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!nsure that office lighting is adequate and availa-le. &eplace -urned out light

-ul-s, and have additional lighting installed, as necessary. !nsure that electrical cords and phone cords do not cross 0al/0ays or other0ise

pose a tripping haard. If you cannot move a cord, have a ne0 outlet installed or

secure the cord to the floor 0ith cord covering strips. o not tape cords do0n or

run them underneath carpet. &eport or repair tripping haards such as defective tiles, -oards, or carpet

immediately.

Clean spills and pic/ up fallen de-ris immediately. !ven a loose pencil or paper

clip could cause a serious falling injury. Jeep office equipment, facilities, and machines in good condition.

Store items in an approved storage space. Ta/e care to not stac/ -o1es too high or

too tight. !nsure that -o1es are clearly la-eled 0ith their contents.

Hazardous .01ects and 2aterials+aardous o-jects such as /nives and firearms are not permitted in the 0or/place. Inaddition, haardous chemicals and materials should not -e stored in the general office.

+aardous materials include, -ut are not limited to, the follo0ing:

Carcinogens

Com-usti-les

lamma-les

)as cylinders

Irritants

O1idiers

&eactives

Pre"enting Cuts and Punctures

Cuts and punctures happen 0hen people use everyday office supplies 0ithout e1ercising

care. ollo0 these guidelines to help reduce the chance for cuts and punctures:

When sealing envelopes, use a liquid dispenser, not your tongue.

2e careful 0hen using /itchen /nives, scissors, staplers, letter openers, and -o1

openers. Any of these items could cause a painful injury. Avoid pic/ing up -ro/en glass 0ith your -are hands. Wear gloves and use a

-room and a dust pan. (lace used -lades or -ro/en glass in a rigid container, such as a -o1, -efore

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Pre"enting 2achine Accidents

Only use machines that you /no0 ho0 to operate. "ever attempt to operate an unfamiliar

machine 0ithout reading the machine instructions or receiving directions from a qualifiedemployee. In addition, follo0 these guidelines to ensure machine safety:

Secure machines that tend to move during operation. o not place machines near the edge of a ta-le or des/.

!nsure that machines 0ith moving parts are guarded to prevent accidents. o not

remove these guards. %nplug defective machines and have them repaired immediately.

o not use any machine that smo/es, spar/s, shoc/s, or appears defective in any

0ay. Close hand;operated paper cutters after each use and activate the guard.

Ta/e care 0hen 0or/ing 0ith copy machines. If you have to open the machine for

maintenance, repair, or trou-leshooting, remem-er that some parts may -e hot.

Al0ays follo0 the manufacturer@s instructions for trou-leshooting. %nplug paper shredders -efore conducting maintenance, repair, or

trou-leshooting.

Some items can -e very dangerous 0hen 0orn around machinery 0ith moving parts.

Avoid 0earing the follo0ing items around machines 0ith unguarded moving parts: 9oose -elts

$e0elry

9ong, loose hair

9ong, loose sleeves or pants

Scarves

Ties

Pre"enting %lips and +alls

As outlined in the )eneral Safety chapter of this manual, the easiest 0ay to avoid slips

and falls is to pay attention to your surroundings and to avoid running or rushing. To

ensure safety for others in the office, ho0ever, follo0 these guidelines:Arrange office furnishings in a manner that provides uno-structed areas for

movement.

Jeep stairs, steps, flooring, and carpeting 0ell maintained.!nsure that glass doors have some type of mar/ing to /eep people from 0al/ing

through them.

Clearly mar/ any difference in floor level that could cause an accident.

Secure thro0 rugs and mats to prevent slipping haards.o not place 0aste-as/ets or other o-jects in 0al/0ays.


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Pre"enting %tress

To reduce stress and prevent fatigue, it is important to ta/e mini;-rea/s


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+ile Ca0inets and %hel"es

2ecause file ca-inets and shelves tend to support heavy loads, treat them 0ith special

care.ollo0 these safety guidelines for file ca-inets:

Secure file ca-inets that are not 0eighted at the -ottom. !ither -olt them to thefloor or to the 0all.

!nsure that file ca-inet dra0ers cannot easily -e pulled clear of the ca-inet.

o not -loc/ ventilation grates 0ith file ca-inets.

Open only one dra0er at a time to /eep the ca-inet from toppling.

Close dra0ers 0hen they are not in use.

o not place heavy o-jects on top of ca-inets. 2e a0are that anything on top of a

ca-inet may fall off if a dra0er is opened suddenly. Close dra0ers slo0ly using the handle to avoid pinched fingers.

Jeep the -ottom dra0er full. This 0ill help sta-ilie the entire ca-inet.

In addition, follo0 these safety guidelines for office shelves:

Secure shelves -y -olting them to the floor or 0all.

(lace heavy o-jects on the -ottom shelves. This 0ill /eep the entire structure

more sta-le.

!nsure that there is at least 35 inches -et0een the top shelf items and the ceiling.

This space 0ill allo0 ceiling sprin/lers


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Chairs

Safety guidelines for o+ce chairs include the following: !o not lean back in o+ce chairs, particularly swivel chairs with

rollers !o not climb on any o+ce chair $se an approved ladder O+ce desk chairs should have ad2ustable back supports and seat

height )ake sure that your chair4s back support position andseat height are comfortable

1ake care when sitting in a chair with rollers )ake sure it doesnot roll out from under you when you sit down

"epair or report any chair damage that could be ha3ardous !o not roll chairs over electrical cords

&adders

Al0ays use an approved ladder or stool to reach any item a-ove your e1tended arm

height. "ever use a ma/eshift device, such as a des/top, file ca-inet, -oo/shelf, or -o1,as a su-stitute for a ladder.

ollo0 these guidelines 0hen using ladders: o not load a ladder a-ove its intended 0eight capacity.

(lace ladders on slip;free surfaces even if they have slip;resistant feet. Secure the

ladder if a slip;free surface is not availa-le.

Avoid placing ladders in 0al/0ays. Secure a ladder if its location could cause an

accident. Jeep areas around ladders clean and free of de-ris. o not use a ladder in front of

a door unless the door is loc/ed and -arricaded.

&efer to the Shop Safety chapter in this manual for more information on ladder safety.

ork %tation Arrangement

With the e1tensive use of computers and other automated des/ devices in the 0or/place,

employees must ta/e special care to ensure proper 0or/ station arrangement. or thepurpose of this manual, a 0or/ station consists of the equipment and furniture associated

0ith a typical des/ jo- ideo isplay Terminals Ts= have receivedmuch attention concerning nonioniing radiation levels. Tests prove, ho0ever, that >Ts

do not emit harmful levels of radiation. Improper 0or/ station arrangement com-ined

0ith repetitive motion, ho0ever, may contri-ute to visual and musculos/eletal fatigue.


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Cumulative trauma disorders, such as carpal tunnel syndrome may result from the stress

of repetitive motion. Therefore, it is very important to arrange your 0or/ station properly

and to ta/e -rea/s frequently.The follo0ing sections offer recommendations for ensuring employee comfort through

proper 0or/ station arrangement.

.perator4s Position

'our seating position at 0or/ is important to your comfort and safety. To reduce the

painful effects of repetitive motion, follo0 these guidelines 0hen 0or/ing 0ith

computers or type0riters: Al0ays sit up straight. 7a/e sure your chair is adjusted to provide adequate

support to your -ac/.

(lace your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. 9o0er legs should -e

appro1imately vertical, and thighs should -e appro1imately horiontal. The

majority of your 0eight should -e on the -uttoc/s. !nsure that there is at least 3 inch of clearance -et0een the top of your thighs and

the -ottom of the des/ or ta-le.

Jeep your 0rists in a natural position. They should not rest on the edge of the

des/.

Jeep the front edge of your chair appro1imately inches -ehind your /nees.

E3uipment Arrangement

%y properly arranging your euipment, you can also help reduce theharmful e5ects of repetitive motion (ollow these guidelines forarranging o+ce euipment:&ighting56ighting around computer work stations should illuminate the workarea without obscuring the 7!1 or causing glare 8osition computerscreens, draperies, blinds, and pictures to reduce glare during workhours .eg, place the 7!1 screen at a right angle to the window/#6 %creen57!1 images should be clear and well-de#ned *d2ust the screen4s

brightness, contrast and display si3e to meet your needs 9f a screenickers or 2umps, have it repaired or replaced8lace the 7!1 ;? to ;? degrees below your line ofvision7ey0oard5


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8osition computer keyboards so that the angle between the forearmand upperarm is between =< and >;< degrees 8lace the keyboard inan area that is accessible and comfortablerist %upport5$se wrist supports made of a padded material 1he support should

allow you to type without bending your wrists#ocument Holders5eep documents at approximately the same height and distance fromyour face as the 7!1 screen6elephones5Neck tension is a common problem caused by holding the telephonebetween the head and neck $se a headset or speakerphone if you usethe telephone for extended periods of time

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY

-eneral Electrical %a*ety

The danger of injury through electrical shoc/ is possi-le 0henever electrical po0er is

present. When a person@s -ody completes a circuit and thus connects a po0er source 0ith

the ground, an electrical -urn or injury is imminent. 7ost fatal injuries result from high;voltage e1posureK ho0ever, people can sustain severe injuries from lo0 voltage po0er if

it has a high current flo0.

!lectrical safety is important in every 0or/ environment. The follo0ing sections cover

circuit -rea/er loads, electrical grounding, electrical safety guidelines, and electricalemergency response.

#e8nitions

The follo0ing definitions help clarify general electrical safety:

Amps: The standard unit for measuring electrical current.

Watt: A unit of electrical po0er, equal to the po0er developedin a circuit -y a current of amp flo0ing through a potential

difference of one volt.

>oltage: !lectromotive force e1pressed in volts.

Circuit 2rea/er: A device that automatically interrupts the flo0

of an electrical current.
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2rea/er 2o1: An insulated -o1 on 0hich interconnected

circuits are mounted.

!lectrical (anel: An insulated panel on 0hich electrical 0iresare mounted.

Current lo0: The rate of flo0 of an electrical charge,

generally e1pressed in amps.

!lectrical 9oad: The amount of po0er delivered -y a generator

or carried -y a circuit. A device to 0hich the po0er is delivered.

)round;ault Circuit Interrupter oltage: The term high voltage applies to electricalequipment that operates at more than 66 >olts olts


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(ush-uttons, selector s0itches, and other control circuit devices do

not isolate energy.

!nergy;isolating devices should -e loc/a-le -y means of a hasp orother type of attachment. It should not -e necessary to dismantle or

reassem-le a device to loc/ it.

Authoried !mployee: A person 0ho loc/s out or tags out

equipment for service or maintenance. Authoried employees have-een formally trained in proper loc/out#tagout procedures.

Circuit 'reaker &oads

7ost office and la-oratory locations have B6 amp circuit -rea/ers that serve t0o or more

outlets. These -rea/ers can handle most office equipmentK ho0ever, the 0idespread useof personal computers and associated hard0are can create an electrical overload. To

determine your current electrical load, follo0 these steps:

3. Chec/ office#la-oratory equipment for a manufacturer@s rating la-el that indicates

total 0atts or amps. Ta/e special care to chec/ appliances that use electricity togenerate heat.

B. Convert the 0atts rating to amps: Amps N Watts 3B6 >olts

E. Total the amps for each circuit.

. If the total equals more than 3D amps per B6 amp circuit, you may -e overloadingthe circuit. 7ove enough equipment to a different circuit to reduce the circuit

loadK other0ise, have the (hysical (lant inspect the circuit 0iring.

Electrical -rounding

(roper electrical grounding can help prevent electrical injury. 7ost electrical equipmentis grounded 0ith either a three;prong plug or a t0o;prong plug and insulation. 2ecause a

grounding system may -e defective 0ithout your /no0ledge, use a )CI to ensure

electrical safety. )CIs are required in moist or potentially damp environments.

Electrical Panels

!lectrical panels or -rea/er -o1es require special safety considerations, including the

follo0ing:

Jno0 0here your panel -o1 is located.

o not tape circuit s0itches to /eep a -rea/er from tripping.

!nsure that -rea/er circuits are accurately la-eled 0ithin panel -o1es.


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!nsure that panel -o1 doors are securely attached.

o not -loc/ panel -o1es. There should -e at least E6 inches of clear space in

front of a panel -o1.

&eport tripped -rea/ers and refer any electrical questions to the (hysical (lant.

Electrical %a*ety -uidelines

ollo0 these guidelines for general electrical safety:

2e familiar 0ith the electrical haards associated 0ith your 0or/place.

%nplug electrical equipment -efore repairing or servicing it.

If a prong -rea/s off inside an outlet, do not attempt to remove it yourself. Call

the (hysical (lant for assistance.

!nsure that outlets are firmly mounted. &eport loose outlets to the (hysical (lant.

&eport all electrical pro-lems, including tripped -rea/ers, -ro/en s0itches, and

flic/ering lights, to the (hysical (lant.

All appliances used in Tarleton State %niversity -uildings must -e %9 or 7


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$se extension cords that are the correct si3e or rating for theeuipment in use 1he diameter of the extension cord should bethe same or greater than the cord of the euipment in use

!o not run electrical cords above ceiling tiles or through walls eep electrical cords away from areas where they may be

pinched and areas where they may pose a tripping or #re ha3ard.eg, doorways, walkways, under carpet, etc/ Avoid plugging more than one appliance in each outlet. If multiple appliances are

necessary, use an approved po0er strip 0ith surge protector and circuit -rea/er.

o not overload the circuit -rea/er.

iscard damaged cords, cords that -ecome hot, or cords 0ith e1posed 0iring.

"ever unplug an appliance -y pulling on the cordK pull on the plug.

Electrical Emergency Response

The follo0ing instructions provide guidelines for handling three types of electrical

emergencies:

3. !lectric Shoc/:When someone suffers serious electrical shoc/, he or she may -e /noc/ed unconscious. If

the victim is still in contact 0ith the electrical current, immediately turn off the electrical

po0er source. If you cannot disconnect the po0er source, try to separate the victim fromthe po0er source 0ith a nonconductive o-ject, such as a 0ood;handled -room.

IMPORTANT:

Do not touch a victim that is still in contact "ith a po"er

source+ you could electrocute yourself.

+ave someone call for emergency medical assistance immediately. Administer first;aid,as appropriate.

B. !lectrical ire:If an electrical fire occurs, try to disconnect the electrical po0er source, if possi-le. If thefire is small, you are not in immediate danger, and you have -een trained in fighting fires,

use any type of fire e1tinguisher e1cept 0ater to e1tinguish the fire.

IMPORTANT:

Do not use "ater on an electrical fire.

C 8ower 6ines:Stay away from live power lines and downed power lines %eparticularly careful if a live power line is touching a body of water 1hewater could conduct electricity


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9f a power line falls on your car while you are inside, remain in thevehicle until help arrives

&ockout$6agout Procedures

6ockoutAtagout procedures are used to isolate ha3ardous energysources from electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic machinery(urthermore, when service or maintenance work is reuired, lockoutand tagout devices help ensure personal safety from possible energyreleases *ll employees whose work involves ha3ardous energy sourcesmust be trained in lockoutAtagout procedures%efore performing service or maintenance work on machines, turnthem o5 and disconnect them from their energy sources 1o furtherensure employee safety, lockout and tagout energy-isolating devices1he following sections provide information on lockoutAtagout

procedures 9n addition to the procedures in this manual, 1arleton State$niversity maintains a 6ockoutA1agout 8rogram for the @ontrol ofHa3ardous 0nergy * copy of this document is available from the SafetyO+ce

Applying &ockout$6agout #e"ices

Only authoried employees may apply loc/#out devices. The follo0ing steps provide a-rief outline of approved application procedures:

3. "otify employees that the equipment requires service or maintenance and isscheduled for shutdo0n and loc/out#tagout.

B. %se esta-lished procedures to identify the type, magnitude, and haards of theequipment@s energy source. 7a/e sure you /no0 the proper methods for

controlling the energy source.

E. If the equipment is currently operating, shut it do0n using normal shutdo0nprocedures.

. Isolate the equipment from its energy source -y activating the energy;isolating

device


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Remo"ing &ockout$6agout #e"ices

When service and maintenance are complete, authoried employees may remove

loc/out#tagout devices and return equipment to normal operations. The follo0ing stepsprovide a -rief outline of approved removal procedures:

3. Inspect the 0or/ area and remove any nonessential items. 7a/e sure the isolation

equipment is intact and in good 0or/ing condition.B. !nsure that all employees are safely removed from the equipment.

E. >erify that the equipment controls are in neutral or off.

. &emove the loc/out#tagout devices and re;energie the equipment.

NOTE:

%he removal of some forms of !loc#ing may reuire

the euipment to !e reenergized !efore safe

removal.

D. "otify employees that the equipment is ready for operation.

High oltage Procedures

In addition to the guidelines associated 0ith general electrical safety and loc/out#tagoutprocedures, there are more stringent safety requirements for high voltage procedures.

The follo0ing list provides high;voltage safety tips. or more information, please refer to

Title B4 Section 3436.B4 of the Code of ederal &egulations or "(A F6


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Attach emergency shutdo0n instructions and phone num-ers to equipment that is

remotely controlled or unattended 0hile energied. 2efore entering a po0er supply or associated equipment enclosure to 0or/ on

haardous energy sources, complete the follo0ing:

e;energie the equipment.

Open and loc/out the main input po0er circuit -rea/er.

Chec/ for au1iliary po0er circuits that could still -e energied.

Inspect automatic shorting devices for proper operation.

Short the po0er supply 0ith grounding hoo/s.

2inimum Clear orking %pace

The follo0ing ta-le from the "ational !lectric Code provides minimum depth of clear

0or/ing space in front of electrical equipment:

"ominal >oltage to )round Conditions

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Construction 0or/ can -e particularly haardous. (ersonal protective equipment, fire

safety, electrical safety, and other precautions are essential for safe construction 0or/.

&efer to other chapters in this manual for more information. ollo0 these guidelines0hen visiting or 0or/ing at construction sites:

o not 0al/, stand, or 0or/ under suspended loads. If you raise a load, -e sure to

cri-, -loc/, or other0ise secure the load as soon as possi-le. Avoid placing unusual strain on equipment or materials.

2e prepared for une1pected haards.BE ALERT!

'arriers and -uards

%niversity employees must use -arriers and guards as necessary to protect employees,

students, contractors, and visitors from physical haards. If you suspect a haard is notsufficiently protected, notify the attending 0or/ers or the Safety Office immediately.

NOTE:

'arriers, guards, and "arning signs are reuired to ensure

safety against e$isting hazards.

6ypes o* 'arriers and -uards

Standard types of -arriers and guards include the follo0ing: )uardrails and handholds

Sa0 horses

Tape

Toe-oards

Cones

Other physical -arriers and solid separators


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Any area that poses a physical threat to 0or/ers and#or pedestrians requires -arriers or

guards. Areas that typically require permanent or temporary protection include the

follo0ing: Stair0ays

+atches

Chutes Open 7anholes

!levated platforms

Areas 0ith moving machinery

!1cavation sites

Construction sites

Temporary 0all or floor openings

9sing 'arriers or -uards

The follo0ing list provides guidelines for using -arriers and guards:

When necessary, reroute pedestrian and vehicular traffic to completely avoid a

construction site. )uard any permanent ground opening into 0hich a person could fall 0ith a

guardrail, load;-earing cover, or other physical -arrier.

!nsure that temporary floor openings, such as pits and open manholes, are

guarded -y secure, remova-le guardrails. If guardrails are not availa-le, havesomeone guard the opening.

!nsure that all stair0ays, ladder0ays, hatch0ays, or chute floor openings have

handrails or hinged covers.

!nsure that enclosed stair0ays 0ith four or more steps have at least one railing,

and that open stair0ays 0ith four or more steps have t0o railings.

!nsure that all platforms and 0al/0ays that are elevated or located ne1t to

moving machinery are equipped 0ith handrails, guardrails, or toe-oards. 2arricade any 0all openings through 0hich a person or tools could fall. %se

gates, doors, guardrails, or other physical -arriers to -loc/ the opening.

7ar/ and guard any e1cavation that is deeper than 3B inches.

7ar/ and#or guard potholes and side0al/ damage as appropriate.

(rotect smo/e detectors 0ith some type of cover 0hen construction 0or/, such as

dust or fume producing activities, may affect smo/e detectors. &emove protectors

immediately at the end of the activity or at the end of each day.

Hea"y E3uipment %a*ety

When using heavy equipment, there are five -asic guidelines that employees must al0aysfollo0 to ensure safety:


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3. Jno0 ho0 to properly operate the equipment you are using.

B. o not use heavy machinery 0hen you are dro0sy, into1icated, or ta/ing

prescription medication that may affect your performance.E. %se only equipment that is appropriate for the 0or/ to -e done.

. Inspect your equipment to ensure that it is in good 0or/ing condition -efore

-eginning a jo-. In addition, ensure that regular inspections and maintenance areconducted as appropriate.

D. o not stress or overload your equipment.

Accidents do not just happen, they are caused. Therefore, employees should also follo0

these guidelines: !nsure the follo0ing -efore leaving equipment unattended:

All -uc/ets, -lades, etc. are on the ground.

Transmission is in neutral.

!ngine is off.

!quipment is secure against movement.

"ever get on or off moving equipment.

o not attempt to lu-ricate or adjust a running engine.

Turn the engine off -efore refueling.

Jeep all shields and safety guards in place.

Avoid underground utilities and overhead po0er lines.

The follo0ing sections provide -asic guidelines for 0or/ing 0ith for/lifts, front;end

loaders, and -ac/hoes. &efer to the product documentation that accompanied your

equipment for more information and specific instructions.

+orkli*ts

Only authoried employees may operate for/lifts. The follo0ing list provides general

safety guidelines: o not allo0 riders. o not raise people on a for/lift.

o not speed.

rive up and -ac/ do0n ramps.

o not 0al/, stand, or 0or/ under the elevated portion of a for/lift


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o not operate a for/lift in areas 0ith haardous concentrations of acetylene,

-utadiene, hydrogen, ethylene, or diethyl ether, or other e1plosive environment. "ever lift a load 0hile moving. Wait until you are completely stopped -efore

raising the mast.

2e sure the top load sits squarely on the stac/. An uneven load could topple.

Travel 0ith loads slightly tilted -ac/ to provide sta-ility. 1ravel with loads at the proper height * stable clearance height

is usually D to E inches at the tips and ; inches at the heels offork blades 6ift stacked loads in the same manner as loads onthe oor

'hen preparing to leave the forklift unattended, lower the mast,neutrali3e the controls, shut the power o5, and set the brakes1he forklift is FunattendedF when the operator is more than ;?feet away or the forklift is out of view

'hen ascending or descending a grade in excess of >< percent,drive the forklift with the load upgrade

9f you cannot see over a load, drive in reverse !o not try to lookaround a load and drive forward

'ack Hoes

Only authori3ed employees may operate backhoes and front-endloaders 1he following list o5ers general safety guidelines for bothtypes of machinery:

*lways operate at a safe speed 1ravel with the bucket low to the ground *lways lower the bucket before servicing the euipment or

leaving the loader unattended $se a rigid-type coupler when towing loads *lways check with the utility company before digging %e extremely careful when operating near banks and slopes 'hen cutting a bank, be careful not to cause a cave-in !o not

drive on an overhang

Hoists

Only authori3ed employees may use hoists to move heavy ob2ects andeuipment 'hen using hoists, remember to follow the #ve safetyguidelines for working with heavy euipment ."efer to the section onheavy euipment for more information/ 9n addition, follow theguidelines in the following sections


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CONFINED SPACE ENTRY

6ypes o* Con8ned %paces

A confined space is any enclosed area 0ith the follo0ing characteristics:

9imited means of entry or e1it

Structure that is not designed for e1tended human occupation

Atmosphere that is actually or potentially haardous

(otential for other haards

2ecause confined spaces offer limited means of entry or e1it and may contain haards,

employees must comply 0ith B4 C& 3436.3 and the Tarleton State %niversityConfined Space !ntry (rogram 0hen 0or/ing in these areas. The Confined Space !ntry

(rogram is availa-le from the Safety Office. If you have any questions a-out confined

spaces, contact the Safety Office.7ost confined spaces are actually or potentially haardous. These confined spaces

require 0or/ permits -ecause they have one or more of the follo0ing: +aardous atmosphere or the potential to contain haardous atmosphere

7aterials that could engulf 0or/ers

Internal structure or contents that could trap or asphy1iate employees

Other recognia-le haards

!1amples of confined spaces include the follo0ing:

7anholes

Cra0l spaces

Tunnels

Tan/s

Trenches

#e8nitions

Conined Spaces!

Any enclosed space 0ith limited means of entry or egress, 0hich is not designed

for continuous occupation.

"ermit-#equired Conined Space!Confined space that contains actually or potentially haardous atmosphere, or the

potential for engulfment -y particulate matter or liquid.

$ntry!


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(hysical act of entering a confined space. An entry occurs 0hen a 0or/er@s face

-rea/s the plane of the confined space opening.

Authori%ed $ntrants!

(roperly trained 0or/ers 0ith the authoriation to enter confined spaces.

Authori%ed Attendant!

(roperly trained 0or/er 0ho is positioned outside a confined space. This person

monitors the entrants 0ithin a confined space and the e1ternal surroundings.

"erson Authori%ing $ntry!

Wor/er 0ho is properly trained in administrative, technical, and managerial

aspects of confined space entry. This person authories entry and has the authorityto terminate entry 0hen conditions -ecome unfavora-le.

Ha%ardous Atmosphere!

Atmosphere that is o1ygen enriched, o1ygen deficient, com-usti-le, to1ic, orother0ise immediately dangerous to life or health.

Hotwor&!

Operations that could provide a source of ignition, such as riveting, 0elding,

cutting, -urning, or heating.

Employee Responsi0ilities

All employees and contractors must follo0 the guidelines in the Tarleton State %niversity

Confined Space !ntry (rogram and other required programs to ensure safe entry intoconfined spaces.In addition, epartments and Supervisors are responsi-le for the follo0ing:

Selecting a person to authorie entry

Authoriing entrants and attendants, as appropriate

(roviding atmospheric monitoring equipment, personal protective equipment, and

other necessary equipment Training the people 0ho authorie entry and the people 0ho enter and attend

confined spaces

The Safety Office is responsi-le for the follo0ing:

Assisting 0ith identifying confined spaces, as necessary Assisting 0ith training employees, as necessary

7onitoring program compliance

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The follo0ing sections cover proper procedures and guidelines for safely 0or/ing 0ithin

confined spaces.

NOTE:

lectrical manholes and other confined spaces "ith highvoltage electrical hazards are covered !y 12 R3R

4245.162. Please refer to the code for more information.

nspecting the %pace and Completingthe Checklist

%efore entering a con#ned space, evaluate the area and complete a

Confned Space Checklist Form and Entry Document.* sample form isincluded after this section1o complete the form, determine the following information:

9dentity and location of the con#ned space 8urpose for entering the area now any potential ha3ards "euired isolation methods .eg, lockoutAtagout/ 0nvironmental conditions of the con#ned space *tmospheric readings to verify that acceptable environmental

conditions are met and maintained "escue services, procedures, and euipment that may be

necessary in case of an emergency @ommunication procedures to be used 8ersonal protective euipment to be used *ny additional information relating to the speci#c circumstances

of the con#ned space Names of the following

- 8erson authori3ing entry- Supervisor- *uthori3ed entrants- *uthori3ed attendants

IMPORTANT:

I you intend to perorm hotwork within theconfned space, you must note this on theorm.


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B. All po0er sources

tagged#loc/ed#triedP' "E. All input discharge

lines capped#pluggedP' ". Contentsdrained#flushed#neutraliedP ' "D. Space cleaned ofcontaminant#purgedP' ". Space ventilated

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2efore entering a confined space, all employees involved 0ith the entry must attend a

preparation meeting. The agenda for this meeting includes the follo0ing: iscussion of actual and potential haards

&evie0 of emergency procedures including rescue and evacuation

Completion of the entry form -y all team mem-ers to ac/no0ledge their

understanding of the haards involved 0ith the confined space Issuance of personal protective equipment

iscussion of site location and other essential information

2onitoring the Atmosphere

ue to poor ventilation and physical structure, the atmosphere in confined spaces may -e

actually or potentially haardous. Atmospheric haards include the follo0ing:

O1ygen deficient or o1ygen enriched atmospheres

Com-usti-le atmospheres

To1ic atmospheres

Any other atmosphere that is immediately dangerous to life or health

!mployees trained in atmospheric monitoring 0ill test several points in a confined space

for the follo0ing: O1ygen content

Com-usti-le atmosphere

(otential to1ic contaminants

'()G$* A+M'S"H$#$SO1ygen enriched atmospheres are more than BE.DQ o1ygen: o1ygen deficient

atmospheres are less than 34.DQ o1ygen. Certain chemical or -iological reactions may

reduce o1ygen over time, -ut employee operations such as cutting or 0elding may reduceo1ygen content very quic/ly. O1ygen levels must -e tested regularly 0henever hot0or/

is performed 0ithin a confined space.C.2'9%6'&E A62.%PHERE%Com-usti-le atmospheres have enough o1ygen and flamma-le vapor, gas, or dust to

ignite and support a fire or e1plosion if e1posed to flames, spar/s, or heat. O1ygen;enriched atmospheres and haardous atmospheres in e1cess of their lo0er flamma-le

limits are e1tremely com-usti-le and dangerous.+'(,C A+M'S"H$#$STo1ic atmospheres can cause injury, illness, or death. Safety concerns include inhalation

and s/in e1posure. If the identity of the to1ic atmosphere is /no0n, chec/ all appropriate

7aterial Safety ata Sheets


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entilation

>entilation controls the atmospheric haards of a confined space -y replacing unsafe air

0ith clean, -reatha-le air. There are several methods for ventilating a confined space. Themethod and equipment used depend on the follo0ing factors:

Sie of the confined space Atmosphere

Source of the ma/eup air

or most confined spaces, fans or other air;moving equipment can provide adequate

ventilation. T0o common types of mechanical ventilation include local e1haustventilation and general ventilation.

9ocal e1haust ventilation captures contaminants at their point of origin and removes

them. This type of ventilation method is ideal for flamma-le and to1ic materials producedat a single point


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!mployees must complete the follo0ing steps to prepare confined spaces for entry:

3. Isolate the confined space entry site from the surrounding area using guards and

-arriers


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Emergency Procedure

If a 0or/er is una-le to evacuate the confined space during an emergency, the Authoried

Safety Attendant 0ill contact rescue personnel -y radio or other means.The Authoried Safety Attendant and other 0or/ers outside the confined space should

attempt to hoist the 0or/er out of the confined space using a lifeline.

IMPORTANT:

Under no circumstances should unauthorized employees

enter a confined space during an emergency.

6renching and %horing

Some operations such as trenching result in confined spaces. Shoring systems arenecessary to protect these spaces and reduce the chance for cave;ins.

A trench is a narro0 e1cavation -elo0 the ground. Trenches are typically deeper than

they are 0ideK ho0ever, the 0idth of a trench is less than 3D feet.A shoring system consists of a structure that supports the sides of an e1cavation and is

designed to prevent cave;ins.!mployees must follo0 all the requirements associated 0ith confined spaces 0hen0or/ing 0ithin trenches.

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FIRE/LIFE SAFETY-eneral +ire$&i*e %a*ety

ire#life safety involves numerous safety issues including fire prevention, fire

suppression, and emergency evacuation#response. ire#life safety is everyone#s

responsi-ility.

IMPORTANT:

8earn ho" to prevent fires and respond to fires"hat youlearn "ill !e invalua!le.

Tarleton State %niversity is committed to providing a safe environment for -uilding

occupants and emergency response personnel. Tarleton State %niversity uses nationallyaccepted codes as guidelines for inspections, testing, and procedures.
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6he E=ects o* a +ire

7ost fires produce an immense amount of smo/e that is highly to1ic. In fact, smo/e is

responsi-le for more fire fatalities than flames. A smo/ey fire can have the follo0ingeffect on humans:

Within E6 seconds

isorientation

Within B minutes

%nconsciousness

Within E minutes eath

Timing is critical during a fire. To ensure your safety, you must /no0 ho0 to prevent and

respond to any fire emergency.

+ire Pre"ention

The greatest protection against property loss and injuries from fire is prevention. ollo0

these guidelines to promote fire#life safety: 7inimie com-usti-le storage.

Store 0aste materials in suita-le containers.

%se flamma-le materials in 0ell;ventilated areas. %se and store flamma-les a0ay

from ignition sources, such as cigarettes.

Jeep equipment in good 0or/ing order. +ave electrical 0iring and appliancesinspected regularly.

!nsure that heating units are properly safeguarded.

o not hunt for gas lea/s using an open flame. %se approved gas indicators.

&eport and repair all gas lea/s immediately.

Conduct hot 0or/ in 0ell;ventilated areas.

Test enclosed or confined spaces for flamma-le atmospheres.

%se open flames carefully. o not use open flames 0here flamma-le atmospheres

may -e present.

or more information on fire#life safety, refer to other chapters in this manual, including

!mergency (reparedness, !lectrical Safety, 9a-oratory Safety, Chemical Safety,Confined Space, etc.

+ire Response

If you see a fire or smo/e, or if you smell smo/e, complete the follo0ing steps:


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3. (ull the fire pull station to -egin evacuating the -uilding. B. If you are not in immediate danger, call 433 to report the fire. (rovide the operator 0ith

the follo0ing information: 2uilding or area name

Appro1imate location of the fire

Sie and type of fire 'our name

E. If you are formally trained in fire fighting techniques and are not in immediate danger,you may attempt to fight the fire. o not place yourself or others in unnecessary danger.

. !1it the -uilding -y follo0ing posted evacuation routes. o not use elevators during an

emergency.uring actual emergencies, -uilding occupants must receive permission from the %(,

the ire epartment, or the Safety Office -efore re;entering the -uilding.

NOTE:

vacuation plans and fire drills are essential for !uildingoccupants to respond correctly to a fire alarm. Refer to the

mergency Preparedness chapter for more information.

Arson

If you suspect arson, no matter ho0 small the incident, contact the %( or the SafetyOffice. o not alter the fire scene in any 0ay, unless you are trying to e1tinguish a live

fire. The %( and ire epartment 0or/ together to investigate possi-le arson.

Com0usti0le %torage

2y storing e1cess com-usti-le materials improperly, employees not only increase the

potential for having a fire, they increase the potential severity of a fire. To reduce thehaards associated 0ith com-usti-le storage, follo0 these guidelines:

!liminate e1cess com-usti-le materials such as paper and card-oard.

o not store com-usti-le materials in hall0ays, stair0ells, or mechanical rooms.

When stac/ing com-usti-le materials, leave at least 35 inches -et0een the top ofthe stac/ and the ceiling.

Porta0le &P-


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The Te1as &ailroad Commission regulates the sale and use of 9iquified (etroleum )as


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Each location within a uildin! must ha"e aclear means o e!ress to the outside.

1he following sections o5er safety guidelines and procedures formaintaining emergency access and egress

Corridors, %tair!ays, and Exits

*n exit corridor andAor stairway is a pedestrian pathway that allowsdirect access to the outside of a building andAor allows access to abuilding entrance and subseuent pathways to the outside of abuilding .ie, an exit corridor is the uickest, easiest, and most directpathway for leaving a building/ %ecause exit corridors or passagewaysare the primary means of egress during an emergency, employeesmust follow the safety guidelines outlined in this section

IMPORTANT:

%here must !e at least 99 inches clear "idth of

uno!structed, clutterfree space in all corridors, stair"ays,and e$its.

ollo0 these guidelines to promote safe evacuation in corridors, stair0ays, and e1its:

Jeep all means of egress clean, clutter;free, and uno-structed.

o not place haardous materials or equipment in areas that are used for

evacuation. o not use corridors or stair0ays for storage or office#la-oratory operations.

Corridors may not -e used as an e1tension of the office or la-oratory.

+ire &anes

A fire lane is an area designated for emergency personnel only. It allo0s them to gain

access to -uilding and#or fire protection systems. Although most fire lanes on campus areclearly mar/ed, not all fire lanes are easy to distinguish. Tarleton State %niversity has a

program in place to clearly mar/ all fire lanes.

IMPORTANT:

Do not par# in fire lanes or "ithin 4: feet of fire hydrantsand other fire euipment.


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+ire #oors

A fire door serves as a -arrier to limit the spread of fire and restrict the movement of

smo/e. %nless they are held open -y the automatic systems, fire doors should remainclosed at all times. o not tamper 0ith fire doors or -loc/ them 0ith equipment, potted

plants, furniture, etc.ire doors are normally located in stair0ells, corridors, and other areas required -y ire

Code. The door, door frame, loc/ing mechanism, and closure are rated -et0een B6minutes and three hours. A fire door rating indicates ho0 long the door assem-ly can

0ithstand heat and a 0ater hose stream.*lways keep #re doors closed 9f it is necessary to keep a #re dooropen, have a special closure installed 1his closure will connect the #redoor to the building4s #re alarm system, and will automatically closethe door if the alarm system activates

IMPORTANT:

#now which doors are fre doors and keepthem closed to protect uildin! occupants ande$it paths rom fre and smoke. %e"er lock afre door with a non&appro"ed closure de"icesuch as a door stop, lock o wood, or pottedplant. For fre doors with appro"ed closurede"ices, make sure that nothin! around thedoor can impede the closure.

Never alter a #re door or assembly in any way Simple alterations such

as changing a lock or installing a window can lessen the #re rating ofthe door!oors to o+ces, laboratories, and classrooms help act as smokebarriers regardless of their #re rating eep these doors closedwhenever possible

REMEMBER:

' closed door is the est way to protect yourpath to saety rom the spread o smoke andfre.

+ire #etection and Noti8cation


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Tarleton State %niversity uses several types of fire detection and notification systems

including heat detectors, smo/e detectors, pull stations, and horns and lights. The

follo0ing sections discuss these components.

Heat and %moke #etectorsire detectors at Tarleton State %niversity are lin/ed to the %niversity !mergency

&eporting System. Once a -uilding alarm system is activated, the &eporting System alertsthe !mergency Operator 0ho initiates emergency response.

There are t0o types of fire detection devices used on the Tarleton State %niversity

campus: heat detectors and smo/e detectors. (lease note the location of the detectors in

your area and prevent damage and accidental activation.Heat Detectors!

+eat detectors respond to the convected energy in hot smo/e and fire gases


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!mergency horns#-ells and lights are located throughout %niversity -uildings 0ith fire

alarm systems. They are typically found near emergency pull stations. o not -loc/

emergency horns or lights. &eport damaged or defective horns and lights to the SafetyOffice.

+ire %uppression

Tarleton State %niversity uses various types of fire suppression equipment includingporta-le fire e1tinguishers, sprin/lers, halon systems, car-on dio1ide systems, and fire

hose#standpipe systems. The follo0ing sections discuss each type of fire suppression

equipment.

+ire Extinguishers

ires are classified according to three -asic categories. !ach type of fire requires specialtreatment to control and e1tinguish it. Therefore, all fire e1tinguishers are clearly mar/ed

to indicate the fire classes for 0hich they are designed.

ires are classified as indicated -elo0.Class A!

ires involving ordinary com-usti-les such as 0ood, te1tiles, paper, ru--er, cloth,

and trash. The e1tinguishing agent for a Class A fire must -e cool. Water andmulti;purpose dry chemical fire e1tinguishers are ideal for use on these types of

fires.

Class !ires involving flamma-le or com-usti-le liquids or gases such as solvents,

gasoline, paint, lacquer, and oil. The e1tinguishing agent for a Class 2 fire must

remove o1ygen or stop the chemical reaction. Car-on dio1ide, multi;purpose drychemical and halon fire e1tinguishers are ideal for use on these types of fires.

Class C!

ire involving energied electrical equipment or appliances. The e1tinguishing

agent for a Class C fire must -e a nonconducting agent. Car-on dio1ide, multi;

purpose dry chemical, and halon fire e1tinguishers are ideal for use on these typesof fires. *ever use a water ire etinguisher on a Class C ire.

There are numerous types of fire e1tinguishersK ho0ever, most e1tinguishers contain0ater, car-on dio1ide, or dry chemicals. The +alon agent is no longer availa-le forpurchase. +alon has -een determined to -e an oone;depleting agent. +alon fire

e1tinguishers are safe to use, ho0ever, if used, the e1tinguisher 0ill -e replaced -y a

different type.

,nspection/ +esting/ 0 #echarging

The Safety Office inspects and tests fire e1tinguishers regularly. The Safety Office

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use.= To move a fire e1tinguisher to a ne0 location or report a missing or

damaged fire e1tinguisher, call the Safety Office.

1sing 2ire $tinguishers

7ost fire e1tinguishers provide operating instructions on their la-elK ho0ever, the

time to learn a-out fire e1tinguishers is not during a fire. The sooner you /no0ho0 to use a fire e1tinguisher, the -etter prepared you are.

NOTE:

Porta!le fire e$tinguishers are located throughout all

University facilities. %hey are mounted in readily

accessi!le locations such as hall"ays, near e$it doors, andareas containing fire hazards. ;a#e sure that fire

e$tinguishers are accessi!le and securely mounted.

The Safety Office provides fire e1tinguisher classes. When using a fire e1tinguisher tofight or control a fire, aim the spray at the -ase of the fire. 2ecause most e1tinguishers

only 0or/ for a short time, employ a s0eeping motion and 0or/ quic/ly to control the

fire.

IMPORTANT:

Do not attempt to fight a fire unless it is small andcontrolla!le. Use good


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Halon and Car0on #ioxide %ystems

Special work areas, such as computer rooms and chemical storagerooms, may contain speciali3ed #re suppression systems (or example,many computer rooms contain halon systems and many chemical

storage rooms contain carbon dioxide systems *reas with special #resuppression systems will be clearly identi#ed on the room door 8eoplewho work in these areas must do the following:

eep all room doors and windows closed now how the #re suppression system works .ie, operation,

abort switch, etc/ !o not tamper with ceiling tiles

9f you have any uestions about supplemental #re suppressionsystems, please contact the Safety O+ce

+ire Hoses and %tandpipe %ystems

(ire hose cabinets are located in several buildings near the exitstairwells and in corridors 0mployees who use a #re hose to extinguisha #re should have received training to ensure proper usage and safety

.pen 'urning

Tarleton State %niversity must comply 0ith T"&CC regulations for open -urning.ollo0 these steps -efore -urning anything outside:

3. Only natural ground cover may -e -urned. It is not accepta-le to store items for

-urning at a later date. Open -urning must only -e used as a 0ay to remove -rushand other accepta-le items if no alternate removal can -e used.

B. Smo/e and flying de-ris may not cross or contact pu-lic thoroughfares.

E. &esponsi-le persons must -e present during the entire -urn, -e equipped 0ithadequate fire fighting agents, and -e a-le to quic/ly communicate 0ith

emergency response personnel.

(lease contact the Safety Office for additional information on open -urning and

alternative methods of disposal and for o-taining permits.

Holiday #ecorations

+oliday decorations are often fire haards. ollo0 these guidelines to improve fire safety

during the holidays:


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o not use live Christmas trees in %niversity -uildings unless they are treated

0ith fire retardants. %se an artificial tree that is fire resistant. o not place holiday decorations 0here they may -loc/ emergency egress >andAor sound the #re alarm immediately "emain calm, notify others,
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and respond to the emergency as appropriate !o not attempt tohandle any emergency situation in which you do not have training.eg, #re #ghting, #rst aid, spill response, etc/

IMPORTANT:

Call and(or pull the fre alarm whene"er asituation poses immediate dan!er to people,property, or process.

When you call to report an emergency, provide the operator 0ith the follo0ing

information: 2uilding or area name

9ocation

2rief description of the emergency

'our name and phone num-er

!7!&)!"C' T!9!(+O"! CA99 &!S(O"S!The 433 operator 0ill contact the Tarleton State %niversity (olice, ire epartment, or

!mergency 7edical Service. The appropriate service group 0ill respond -ased upon the

operator@s notification. Tarleton State %niversity (olice and the ire epartmentpersonnel are trained in Cardiopulmonary &esuscitation


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If you receive a -om- threat over the phone, remain calm and act courteous. If feasi-le,

notify another person to listen on another e1tension. Ta/e notes on the caller@s threat,

tone, voice characteristics, and -ac/ground noise. If the caller seems tal/ative, as/questions such as the follo0ing:

When 0ill the -om- go offP +o0 much time remainsP

Where is the -om- locatedP

What /ind of -om- is itP

+o0 do you /no0 a-out this -om-P

What is your nameP

o you /no0 there are people in the -uilding 0ho could -e hurt or /illedP

IMPORTANT:

If you receive a treatei" #oe ca$$% re&ai ca$& a'

ta(e ote)* Try to fi' out a) &uc a) #o))i+$e a+out te

ca$$er a' treat*

The follo0ing form is an e1ample of sounds to note 0hile the caller is on the phone:

Caller4s dentity

)ale (emale

*pproximate *ge

oice Characteristics

6oud 7oice Soft 7oice

High 8itched 7oice 6ow 8itched 7oice

9ntoxicated

Accent

6ocal *ccent (oreign *ccent

"ace

%peech

(ast Speech Slow Speech

!istinct Speech Slurred Speech

Nasal Speech 6isp Speech


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Normal Speech

2anner

@alm *ngry

"ational 9rrational

@oherent 9ncoherent

0motional 6aughing

&anguage$-rammar

0xcellent &rammar &ood &rammar

(air &rammar 8oor &rammar

(oul &rammar

'ackground Noises

7oices in %ackground )usic in %ackground

*nimals in %ackground Street 1ra+c in %ackground

9ni"ersity Response to 'om0 6hreats

2P.R6AN65

9mmediately after the call is terminated, obtaina dial tone and call G>> 1he G>> @ontrol@enter Operator will contact the %omb 1hreatSearch 1eam

1arleton regards all bomb threats as serious *fter noti#cation of abomb threat, the F1eamF will conduct the search and investigate theincident 1he building .s/ may be evacuated dependent upon theF1eam4sF evaluation

Handling %uspicious@&ooking tems


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9f you locate a suspicious-looking item, do not handle the item @learthe area of personnel and notify the @ontrol @enter immediately

'om0 6hreat .0ser"ations

(or most bomb threats, the caller announces that a bomb is set to goo5 at a certain time and then hangs up %ecause routine bomb threatevacuations may spawn numerous hoax calls, consider the following:

)ost intended explosions have no warning $sually, after thebomb is detonated, a party claims credit and then explains whythe bomb was set

9n cases where an actual device is located, the caller usuallyprovides speci#c information for #nding the device before thedetonation time

'ith few exceptions, bomb threats on campus are hoaxes

designed to avoid or postpone an unpleasant task .eg, exam/

$niversity policy is to use restraint from evacuating buildings based onthe following:

* bomb that is set to detonate at a certain time is either a timedexplosive device or a site-activated device %oth devices reuireconsiderable expertise to develop (urthermore, a site activateddevice, such as a radio-controlled mechanism, must be activatedin close proximity of the bomb

$nless a bomb contains a large amount of volatile explosive.eg, @-D plastic/, damage will be limited to the immediate areaof the detonation

Emergency Po!er

Some -uildings on campus provide automatic emergency po0er during electrical outages.

The emergency po0er only supports essential life safety equipment such as elevators,corridor lighting, fire alarms, and e1it lighting. Some ne0 -uildings have red emergency

po0er outlets for essential equipment and machinery. Contact the (hysical (lant to

determine if other emergency outlets are availa-le in your 0or/ area.There are three types of emergency po0er sources:

(orta-le generators

2uilding generators

2attery po0er pac/s

Contact (hysical acilities for more information on emergency po0er.


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E"acuation Plans

A 0ritten plan for emergencies and fire drills is essential for each major %niversity

-uilding. !vacuation e1ercises are particularly important for student;residence facilities,high;rise -uildings, patient treatment facilities, and daycare centers. Studies sho0 that

0hen occupants discuss, plan, implement, and practice evacuation plans, they are -ettera-le to protect themselves and others.

#e"eloping a Plan

!ach department or -uilding manager is responsi-le for developing a comprehensive planfor evacuations and fire drills. The -est 0ay to develop this plan is to form an

implementation committee 0ith mem-ers from each -uilding floor and each department.

The team should consider the follo0ing 0hen developing the plan:

Contact the Safety Office for assistance in developing an evacuation plan for your-uilding.

2uilding evacuation routes or maps should provide an accurate layout of the

-uilding and multiple e1it routes from any location. These plans must -e posted inprominently traveled areas


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1o ensure that building occupants are prepared for an emergencyevacuation, #re drills must be conducted every semester * safe andorderly evacuation is more important than a uick evacuation%efore conducting a practice #re drill, do the following:

3. Notify )aintenance at least one week in advance

B. Notify the Operator at the @ontrol @enter so they do not contactthe local #re departmentE. @ontact the Safety O+ce one week in advance so they may

assist you with the drill

8ractice #re drills should proceed as follows:3. (ire drills should involve all occupants 0veryone should leave the

building when the #re alarm sounds * person may be exemptfrom a #re drill if it will cause undue hardship .eg, interrupt anexperiment/B however, exemptions are strongly discouraged

B. Occupants should close .not lock/ doors as they leave the work

area 9tems that reuire security may be placed in a locking #lecabinet or desk drawer on the way out

E. (loor proctors should check all rooms and close doors on theirway out

. *ll building occupants should gather in the preplanned meetingplace

D. (loor proctors should take a Fhead countF to determine if alloccupants have left the building

. $pon completion of the drill, the building proctor completes a(ire !rill @hecklist and forwards it to the Safety O+ce .%ox 1-


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!o only what is necessary until professional help is obtained

1he following sections provide general information for handlingcommon in2uries and illnesses

+irst Aid 7its

A -asic first aid /it should -e availa-le in each -uilding, department, and vehicle.

Suita-le contents for this /it include sterile -andages, tape, scissors, ice pac/s, plastic

gloves, and a mouth;to;mouth -reathing tu-e. Aspirin or other oral medications,ointments or creams, eye drops, antiseptic solutions, or inhalants are not recommended in

first aid /its.

Inform employees of the location of first aid /its. Inventory supplies and restoc/ items, as

necessary.

nitial +irst Aid

If you are the first one on the scene of a medical emergency, your first priority is to

remain calm. 'our action 0ill vary depending upon the nature of the situation, -ut thefollo0ing four rules apply to any medical emergency:

3. Assess the Situation: Can you safely approach the victimP If not, 0hat can you do to help 0ithout

threatening your o0n safetyP etermine 0hat is 0rong 0ith the victim.

B. Set (riorities:

Is the victim consciousP

+o0 serious is the emergencyP

Can someone else call !7S, if necessaryP If no one else is availa-le, decide if it

is more important to administer first aid immediately or to call !7S and leave the

victim unattended.

NOTE:

-ever leave a victim in a lifethreatening situation "ithout

first trying to help.

E. Chec/ the A2Cs


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-ever move a victim if you suspect !ac# or nec# in


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NOTE:

For deep chest wounds, use a hea"y dressin!to keep air rom passin! throu!h the sound.For !apin! stomach wounds, use a damp

dressin!+ do not mo"e or try to replaceprotrudin! or!ans.

'urns

Thermal and chemical -urns require immediate attention. In addition to the procedures

for initial first aid, follo0 these steps for thermal -urns:

or first and second degree -urns:3. Immerse the -urned area in cold 0ater or apply ice pac/s to the affected area.

B. Cover the -urned area 0ith a clean cloth.E. Treat the victim for shoc/, if necessary.

. o not apply -utter, oil, or cream to a -urn.

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Someone formally trained in PR should provide

assistance to victims "ho are not !reathing and victims

"ho do not have a pulse.

3. Try to arouse the victim.

B. (lace the victim on his -ac/. Open the victim@s air0ay -y placing one hand on theforehead and one hand under the chin and tilting the head -ac/. Chec/ for any

o-structions in the mouth or throat.E. 9oo/, listen, and feel for -reathing.

. If the victim is not -reathing, pinch the victim@s nose closed and use a mouth;to;

mouth -reathing tu-e to give t0o slo0, deep -reaths.D. Chec/ the carotid pulse and loo/, listen, and feel for -reathing. If a pulse is

present -ut the victim does not start -reathing, continue rescue -reathing as

follo0s:

Adult: one -reath every five seconds

Child: one -reath every four seconds Infant: one -reath every three seconds

If a pulse is not present, have someone formally trained in C(& -egin mouth;to;mouth

-reathing and chest compressions as follo0s: Adult: 3D compressions using heel of hand#one -reath

Child: ive compressions using heel of hand#one -reath

Infant: ive compressions using t0o fingers#one -reath

Continue this procedure until the victim starts -reathing or !7S arrives.

Chemical %plashes

Chemical splashes on the s/in require immediate attention. ollo0 these steps:

3. )o to emergency sho0er or sin/.

B. &emove contaminated clothing.

E. Wash area 0ith 0ater thoroughly for 3D minutes.. See/ medical attention.

Chocking

Cho/ing victims cannot spea/, -reath, or cough forcefully. ollo0 these steps for

conscious cho/ing victims:

3. As/ the victim if he is cho/ing. If the victim indicates yes, -egin the +eimlich7aneuver, as outlined -elo0.


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B. )et -ehind the victim and ma/e a fist 0ith one hand. )rasp your fist 0ith the

other hand and place your hands slightly a-ove the victim@s navel.

E. )ive quic/, up0ard thrusts -ac/0ards until the o-ject is e1pelled or the victimloses consciousness.

IMPORTANT:

3or pregnant or o!ese victims, use a chest thrust. Place

your fist on the sternum, and thrust !ac#"ards repeatedly.

ollo0 these steps for unconscious cho/ing victims:3. Ca

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