Safety Overview Cheney Public Schools First, print off the sign-off sheet, as you go through the presentation make checks when you finish a section.When you finish, sign the sign-off sheet and turn into your principal. This is keeping with state and federal law. Thank you.

Purpose of Orientation  To provide information regarding the content of the Cheney School District accident prevention program in order to integrate safety and health measures into each job task so that safety practice, accident prevention and job performance become inseparable

Management’s Responsibility  To provide a workplace free of recognized hazards  To provide adequate safety devices, safeguards, work practices, methods, processes, and means.  To provide training.  To conduct investigations into cause of accidents  To report and maintain records WAC

Employees’ Responsibility  To cooperate with all employees to eliminate occupational accidents and injuries.  To apply the principles of accident prevention in their daily work.  To use and properly care for safety devices and equipment.  Offer suggestions that may contribute toward a safer work environment.  Report unsafe conditions.

Accidents and Injuries  Report to supervisor immediately, Complete form #  Call> or To file a claim!  Supervisor evaluates / investigates and initiates action to correct condition  Send report to District office and site Safety Committee  District reports to ESD-101 Risk Manager

First Aid  To provide temporary and immediate care to the injured until medical help arrives.  Know the location of First Aid Equipment.  Names and Location of First Aid trained personnel to be posted on safety bulletin board.  Persons required to have First Aid certification; Supervisors, Voc. Ed. Teachers, PE and Coaches, Lab and Science Teachers, School Bus Drivers, M&O personnel, Day care workers

OUTDOOR WORKERS May 1 st through September 30 th only applies to workers who spend more than 15 minutes per hour outdoors.  Action levels for heat exposure.  Double layer clothing, sweatshirts over clothes, coveralls 77 degrees.  Vapor barrier clothing for example chemical suit 52 degrees.  All other clothing 89 degrees

 Employees must monitor their own condition and are expected and encouraged to drink water throughout the day.  The employer must make water available to employees.  Everyone must be aware of the signs and symptoms of heat related illness.  Hats are mandatory in M&O if you work outside and the action levels are met.  All other staff are HIGHLY encouraged to wear head protection.

Signs and Symptoms of heat related illness.  Heat cramp symptoms include:  Severe, sometimes disabling, cramps that typically begin suddenly in the hands, calves or feet.  Hard, tense muscles.  Heat exhaustion symptoms include: Heat exhaustion  Fatigue  Nausea  Headaches  Excessive thirst  Muscle aches and cramps  Weakness  Confusion or anxiety  Drenching sweats, often accompanied by cold, clammy skin.  Slowed or weakened heartbeat.  Dizziness Dizziness  Fainting  Agitation  Heat exhaustion requires immediate attention but is not usually life-threatening.

CONTINUED….  Heat stroke symptoms include:stroke symptoms  Nausea and vomiting.  Headache.  Dizziness or vertigo.  Fatigue.  Hot, flushed, dry skin.  Rapid heart rate.  Decreased sweating.  Shortness of breath.  Decreased urination.  Blood in urine or stool. Blood in urine  Increased body temperature (104 to 106 degrees Fahrenheit).body temperature  Confusion, delirium or loss of consciousness.  Convulsions.

CONTINUED….  Heat stroke can occur suddenly, without any symptoms of heat exhaustion. If a person is experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke, OBTAIN MEDICAL CARE IMMEDIATELY. Any delay could be fatal. You should seek emergency medical care for anyone who has been in the heat and who has the following symptoms:  Confusion, anxiety or loss of consciousness.  Very rapid or dramatically slowed heartbeat.  Rapid rise in body temperature that reaches 104 to 106 degrees Fahrenheit.  Either drenching sweats accompanied by cold, clammy skin (which may indicate heat exhaustion); or a marked decrease in sweating accompanied by hot, flushed, dry skin (which may indicate heat stroke).  Convulsions.  Any other heat-related symptom that is not alleviated by moving to a shady or air-conditioned area and administering fluids  ANY SIGN OR SYMPTON MUST BE REPORTED IMMEDIATELY TO A SUPERVISOR!

Potential Hazards on Job Site  Identify (Workplace Hazard Assessment)  Report unsafe act or condition  The improper use or care of safety devices: machine guards, ventilation cabinets, fire extinguishers, fire blankets, hot pads, etc.  The improper use or care of Personal Protective Equipment: safety glasses, hearing protectors, respirators, gloves, aprons.

EMERGENCIES  Fire: Don’t hesitate, initiate alarm, evacuate and notify.  Chemical: Evacuate, notify, clean-up.  Medical: First Aid, notify, provide assistance.  Other Examples include weather, flooding, intruder, etc: Follow direction as provided.  Call 911

Asbestos  Know location of and review management plan.  Know location of asbestos containing materials within your work areas.  Name and phone number for district contact person, Jeff McClure ( )  Training for Maintenance and Custodial Staff.  Re-inspections and notification requirements.

Chemical Hazard Communication Program  Regulation requires manufacturers to determine if their products contain hazardous chemicals and to provide that information to the product user  You must know the location of and review the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) manuals  We are switching to a Global Harmonization System (GHS) it will take the place of MSDS and it will be online in the near future.  Mary Margaret Pratt (CHS), Chemical Hygiene Officer is the coordinator of all procurement and use of science classroom chemicals.  All containers must be marked as to contents, report any unmarked container.

Generation and Disposal of Hazardous Waste  Science Laboratories  Health Rooms  Maintenance and Custodial Dept.  Transportation Department  Art Classrooms  Shop Classrooms  Contact M&O for disposal

Building Safety Committees  Safety policy and function WAC  Each site is to have safety committee.  Meeting dates and locations (Set and posted)  Minutes of meeting are to be recorded and sent to M&O.  Committee to complete Self-inspection of work site.

Lockout/Tagout  Purpose of program: Control of hazardous stored energy  Recognition of lockout/tagout equipment  Importance of NOT attempting to start up or use equipment that has been locked out or tagged out of service.

Respiratory Protection  To protect worker from air-borne contaminates.  Respirators are the second line of defense,elimination / engineering is the first.  Medical qualification is required (contact supervisor)  Fit testing required.

Confined Space Entry Program  WISHA defined spaces: tunnels, crawl spaces, air ducts, vaults, water towers, boilers, mechanical spaces, etc.  Entry permit required (contact supervisor).  Authorized entrance only  General staff responsibility: Report only unsecured hatches, covers, doors, do not enter.

Fall Protection  Required if working above 10 feet.  Safety Equipment: guardrails, fall restraint system, fall arrest system.  No one except M&O personnel can be on a ladder over four feet tall. Never use the last step on a ladder and never stand on the top of a ladder. NEVER ALLOW STUDENTS TO USE LADDERS.

Hearing Conservation  Hearing lost from noise exposure cannot be restored.  Primary elimination by engineering control at the source.  Monitor condition.  Audiometric testing to establish TWA.  Provide protection and training if needed.  Notify M&O if concern exists.

Forms and Notices  Forms and Notices are available in the administrative office at each location.  Form lists can be obtained from the school secretary

Drug Free Workplace  Board Policy 5257  Possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs or alcohol by employees poses a difficult and potentially dangerous problem for students as well as staff.  It is illegal  All employees are subject to this policy.

Communicable Disease Guidelines  Use of disposable gloves  Hand Washing  Disinfecting techniques  Waste disposal  Employee responsibilities

Use of Disposable Gloves  Gloves reduce the risk of contact with body fluids containing visible blood. This protects the caregiver as well as controlling the spread of infectious agents from student to student.  Utility or food handlers’ plastic gloves may be used for changing a diaper and/or when blood is not present.

Disposable Gloves Procedure  Maintain a supply of gloves in readily accessible locations.  Do not reuse gloves. Use a different set of gloves for each student.  Slip each hand into a clean glove.  Remove first glove by turning the glove inside out as it is pulled over the hand.  Dispose of the used gloves in a lined waste container.  Wash hands thoroughly, following hand-washing procedures.

Hand Washing  Hand washing is the single most important practice in preventing transmission of infectious organisms.

Hand Washing Procedures  Ensure that each hand sink is supplied with dispensable soap and disposable paper towels.  Wet hands thoroughly under warm water.  Dispense soap into wet hands.  Vigorously rub hands together for one minute, paying particular attention to nails, cuticles, spaces between fingers, and under jewelry.  Thoroughly rinse hands.

Hand Washing Procedures (continued)  Shake hands to remove excess water.  Dry hands using a disposable towel. Avoid the use of nondisposable towels.  After drying hands, use the towel to turn off the water.  Dispose of paper towel in a waste receptacle.

Evacuation and Disaster Planning  Contact Jeff McClure at for further information.  Contact each building supervisor for information concerning each sites plans.

Evacuation Plan  Know your classroom evacuation and fire escape routes.If unsure contact building supervisor.  Emergency plans: Must be posted in each classroom.  Evacuate to planned locations.Know your site plans.If unsure contact building supervisor.

Disaster Plans  Crisis action / response plan  Fire, earthquake, intruder, bomb threats, active shooter, etc.  Posted evacuation routes may be utilized depending on circumstance  Shelter in Place  Emergency classroom kits.  Know your sites plan! Contact your supervisor!

End of Orientation Thank you for your attention and cooperation. Have a great year and be careful out there!!