Safety Tutorial for Graphic Arts Jane Bartell-DeMeis Rochester Business Institute

2 Training Tasks for Job Title Draws sample of finished layout and presents sample to art director for approval. Draws and prints charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer. Arranges layout based upon available space, knowledge of layout principles, and esthetic design concepts. Marks up, pastes, and assembles final layouts to prepare layouts for printer. Keys information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor. Prepares illustrations or rough sketches of material according to instructions of client or supervisor Develops negatives and prints, using negative and print developing equipment and tools and work aids to produce layout photographs

3 Pre-Test Young workers (under age 18) are injured at a rate double that of adult workers (about twice as many injuries for every hundred hours worked). Every year about 70 teens die from work injuries in the United States. Another 70,000 get hurt badly enough that they go to a hospital emergency room. It is the responsibility of the worker to report all possible hazards in the workplace MSD sheets are required for all chemicals,paints, solvents and other hazardous materials. Every employee is responsible for keeping the workplace safe and clean True or False

4 Appropriate Clothes All workers should dress in clothes as dictated buy the employer: Business casual or very casual or professional Employers can require uniforms Clothes should not have loose ends, such as untucked shirts, flapping ties, loose scarves, ribbons or belts. Jewelry should not dangle or be loose. Hair should be clean and secured if around machinery Check with the employer if there is a dress code.

5 Tools Clean all tools such as exacto knives and blades when done Put all tools back. Do not leave items on the floor No running with scissors Leave trimming board blade down When spraying,wear goggles Wash brushes with the correct product

6 Equipment/Machinery Turn off Laminator Do not stack anything on top of vents for equipment Do not try to fix equipment Notify someone and fill out a repair report Know where the on/off switch is located for all equipment

7 Electrical Make sure all cords are not in walkways Do not over load pugs or power strip plugs Always plug into a surge protected outlet Do not remove the back of any electrical equipment or try to repair on your own. Report any trouble such as smelling hot, smoke, or sparks. Do not have liquids near electrical components including computers

8 Floors, Doors, Exits Know where the exits are Know what floor you are on Find the stairways Locate a fire escape route Know where the fire alarm boxes are located and how to operate them Know where the fire extinguishers are and how to operate them Know what extinguishers to use on what types of fire

9 Chemical Hazards Be knowledgeable of any chemicals you use. Locate the MSD sheets on compounds that are not familiar Make sure there is proper ventilation when using glues, paints, adhesives and other chemicals Make sure rooms with copiers and other equipment are ventilated Close all containers and secure lids tightly

10 Ergonomic Hazards A well-designed and appropriately-adjusted desk will provide adequate clearance for your legs, allow proper placement of computer components and accessories, and minimize awkward postures and exertions. Desk surfaces that are too high or too low may lead to awkward postures, such as extended arms to reach the keyboard, and raised shoulders Inadequate clearance under the work surface may result in discomfort and performance inefficiencies. Telephone can be used with your head upright (not bent) and your shoulders relaxed (not elevated) if you do computer tasks at the same time.

11 Ergonomic Hazards Workstation and equipment have sufficient adjustability so you are in a safe working posture and can make occasional changes in posture while performing computer tasks. Computer tasks are organized in a way that allows you to vary tasks with other work activities, or to take micro- breaks or recovery pauses while at the computer workstation. Computer workstation, components and accessories are maintained in serviceable condition and function properly.

12 Infectious diseases If you are sick, stay home cover your mouth when you cough and sneeze Throw away used tissues, do not put them on desks Wash your hands often Do not chew on utensils, pens, or tools Do not eat the paste

13 Bomb Scares If there is a bomb threat in the building: LEAVE THE BUILDING Locate your fellow employees outside Have a designated meeting area Report to the fire department or police if you think someone may still be inside. Do not go back in until you are told

14 HOW and to WHOM DO YOU REPORT AN INJURY When you are hired, you should receive an employee hand book that will tell you who and how to report injuries. If you are unclear, ask your boss If you are injured on the job, it is your duty to report it If you don’t report injuries you may not get the insurance coverage you may need Report any hazards before someone else gets hurt

15 Post Test 1.The employer may require a uniform. 2.Everything should be plugged into a surge protector power strip. 3.It is better to leave the laminator on since it needs to warm up 4.It is not your responsibility to report a tear in the carpet, even though you tripped on it. 5.Sitting all day on the computer is very productive. True or false

16 Post Test 6. Any fire extinguisher can be used on any fire. 7. If there is a bomb threat, do not wait to see if anyone else leaves the building 8. It is OK to leave a cup of coffee with no lid on your desk 9. It is the responsibility of the last person who uses the tools to clean it. 10. It is ok turn turn off fans and ventilating systems when you are cold.

17 Safety Web Resources NYS Safety OSHA - OSHA - TEEN SAFETY PAGE

18 Pre- Test answers are all True Post test answers are 1. T 2. T 3. F 4. F 5. F 6. F 7. T 8. F 9. F 10.F