1. Loss Control Division Good Housekeeping

2. Loss Control Division Hurt at Work You've carefully thought out all the angles. You've done it a thousand times. It comes naturally to you. You know what you're doing, its what you've been trained to do your whole life. Nothing could possibly go wrong, right ?

3. Loss Control Division Think Again!!

4. Loss Control Division No beavers were actually injured during the generation of this PowerPoint presentation!

5. Loss Control Division Safety & Health Adds Value….  Business  Workplace  Life To Your….

6. Loss Control Division Safety & Health Add Value to Your Workplace:  Fewer Injuries  Rated as better places to work  More satisfied, more productive employees “It makes sense to run an effective safety and health program because your people deserve it, your customers demand it, and your business practices and future will not be there without it.” Dan Fergus, Genesee Stampings

7. Loss Control Division Safety & Health Add Value to Your Life:  Every injury prevented is a person kept whole  Every life saved is a family preserved in tact  Safe workplaces not only save lives, they promote successful, vibrant lives.

8. Loss Control Division Why Worry about Safety? Why do you need to be concerned about safety? Hurt LOL $$$ $ Lost time WCWC Pain! Loss

9. Loss Control Division Why Worry: Common Reasons 1.Getting hurt isn’t fun!!! Not All Pain is Gain Nobody likes getting hurt Healthy employees are more productive employees

10. Loss Control Division Why Worry: Common Reasons 1.Getting hurt isn’t fun!!! 2. Cost of Accidents

11. Loss Control Division Total Costs USA = $121,000,000,000 Source: National Safety Council, 1996

12. Loss Control Division Total Cost of Injuries Direct costs Indirect costs Cost range $2 to $5 indirect for every $1 direct © 2003 Texas Mutual Insurance Co.

13. Loss Control Division Direct Costs (Insured)  Medical Treatment$250  No Lost-Time Benefits$0 Temporary Income Benefits-TIBs

14. Loss Control Division Hidden Cost of Accidents Titanic $1 $2 to $5 or more

15. Loss Control Division More Cost of Accidents CompanyPremiumExperience Modifier Final Premium Projected 5+ years X$10,0001.0$10,000$50,000 Y$10,0000.8$8,000$40,000 Z$10,0002.0$20,000$100,000

16. Loss Control Division So how do you protect yourself ? ????????

17. Loss Control Division Understanding Accident Causes Accidents are caused by: Unsafe conditions Unsafe acts

18. Loss Control Division Accident Causes Unsafe Conditions Easiest to correct (and very cost effective) Easiest to prevent  Safety audits  Safety inspections  Maintenance schedules for equipment  Encouraging employee reporting  Good housekeeping

19. Loss Control Division Accident Causes Unsafe Acts Most difficult to address  Changing behavior isn’t easy Best prevented by developing a “safety culture”

20. Loss Control Division Safety Programs Training Safety Meetings Safety Manuals Hazard Identification and Control Accident Investigation Evaluation

21. Loss Control Division Management Commitment A safety program–formal or informal– will not succeed without unwavering management support. Management commitment provides the motivating force and resources for organizing and controlling activities within your organization.

22. Loss Control Division Housekeeping Outline You will be able to: Recognize the importance of good housekeeping Understand housekeeping responsibilities Develop good housekeeping habits Identify and eliminate housekeeping hazards Help prevent workplace fires and accidents

23. Loss Control Division What You Need to Know Benefits of good housekeeping Costs of poor housekeeping Housekeeping responsibilities Good housekeeping habits Common housekeeping hazards How to eliminate housekeeping hazards and prevent accidents

24. Loss Control Division Good Housekeeping Habits Make time for housekeeping Evaluate your workspace Remove hazards before starting work Turn equipment off after using it Clean up as you go Never ignore a safety hazard

25. Loss Control Division Daily Housekeeping Checklist Floors Aisles Workstation Equipment Storage Waste disposal

26. Loss Control Division Benefits of Good Housekeeping Eliminates accident and fire hazards Maintains safe, healthy work conditions Saves time, money, materials, space, and effort Improves productivity and quality Boosts morale Reflects a well-run organization

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28. Benefits of Good Housekeeping Eliminates accident and fire hazards Maintains safe, healthy work conditions Saves time, money, materials, space, and effort Improves productivity and quality Boosts morale Reflects a well-run organization

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30. Costs of Poor Housekeeping Slips, trips, and falls Fires Chemical and machine accidents Injuries from electrical problems Collisions and falling objects Health problems

31. Loss Control Division Injuries from Slips, Trips, and Falls Strains and sprains Torn ligaments Broken bones Back or spine injury Death

32. Loss Control Division Prevent Slips Clean up spills Repair leaks Pick up objects Sweep up debris Wear slip-resistant shoes

33. Loss Control Division Prevent Trips Clean up straps and bands Put away electrical cords and air hoses Don’t stack items in walkways Keep drawers closed Be careful when you carry objects Put away tools

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36. Prevent Falls Be careful on stairs Use ladders safely Replace fall protection chains or barriers Use fall arrest equipment when required

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39. Prevent Cuts, Bumps, and Scrapes Don’t leave objects sticking out Pad head hazards Clean up broken glass immediately Properly store blades and sharp tools Properly discard old blades Keep utility knives sheathed or retracted

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41. Fire Prevention Store flammable and combustible liquids in proper containers Keep reactive chemicals separated Prevent the accumulation of combustibles Keep combustibles away from electrical equipment and hot machinery

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45. Exits and Fire Equipment Keep evacuation routes clear Don’t block emergency exits Make sure fire extinguishers are accessible Ensure that electrical panels can be opened

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48. Chemical Safety Make sure containers are properly labeled Inspect containers for signs of damage Wear required PPE Follow safe storage and handling procedures Clean up spills

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51. Machine Safety Keep the area around machines clear Inspect machines before use Make sure all guards are operating Follow lockout/tagout procedures Clean machines and put away tools

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54. Electrical Safety Keep heaters and furnaces clear Inspect electrical cords before use Don’t overload outlets or circuits Keep combustibles away from electrical equipment Keep electrical equipment clean

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59. Electrical Safety

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63. PPE Housekeeping Inspect PPE before each use Clean PPE regularly Store PPE properly Replace PPE when necessary

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65. Use the Right Equipment for Housekeeping Tasks PPE Brooms, vacuums, mops, and sponges Cleaning rags Cleaning compounds

66. Loss Control Division Lift and Carry Safely Check your route of travel Get a good grip Lift with your legs, not your back Make sure you can see over the object you’re carrying Watch where you’re going

67. Loss Control Division Key Points to Remember Good housekeeping helps prevent workplace fires and accidents Keeping the workplace neat, clean, and safe, is everyone’s responsibility Keep alert to housekeeping hazards Eliminate or report hazards you identify anywhere in the facility

68. Loss Control Division Inspections help… Maintain a safe work environment Control unsafe acts and conditions Ensure operational efficiency

69. Loss Control Division WHO CONDUCTS INSPECTIONS Employees Supervisors Safety Coordinators Management Safety Committee Members Outside Vendors/insurance companies

70. Loss Control Division WHAT TO INSPECT? The entire workplace Both interior & exterior work environments.

71. Loss Control Division Checklist Categories Building Safety Office Safety Fire Safety Electrical Safety Emergency Equipment Storage Methods

72. Loss Control Division What to Look for… Equipment operation and maintenance practices Unsafe conditions Unsafe acts (practices)

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80. SO, YOU COMPLETED YOUR INSPECTION?

81. Loss Control Division WHAT NEXT? Correct unsafe conditions Correct unsafe acts Implement controls

82. Loss Control Division IMPLEMENTING CONTROLS Engineering Controls Administrative Controls Protective Equipment

83. Loss Control Division Document Your Findings Document your corrective action Document your controls

84. Loss Control Division Document Your Findings Written inspection report Should include : Person & Date Concerns Identified Corrective Action Building/Area inspected

85. Loss Control Division Thank you Questions?