1. Keeping Employees Safe in the Workplace #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Making your job easier!

2. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. What Do You Know About Safety? True or False: A safe workplace is required by law. Safety is management’s responsibility only. Neatness is not related to safety. You don’t have to worry about safety when you work in an office. Musculoskeletal disorders can be prevented with the proper use of ergonomics.

3. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. What Do You Know About Safety? (cont.) True or False: You need at least two evacuation routes from your building. You can’t catch an infectious disease by giving first aid. Following security procedures can help prevent workplace violence. Terrorism rarely affects the workplace. You have a right to know about the hazards in your workplace.

4. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Safety in the Workplace Sustains productivity Promotes morale Is required by law Requires everyone’s participation

5. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Safety Attitude Think safety Look for hazards Fix or report hazards

6. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Good Housekeeping Keep items in their proper place Clean or report spills Clear clutter Keep items off stairways and aisles Report safety issues Use common sense

7. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Office Safety Keep drawers closed Sit upright in chairs Don’t horse around with furniture or supplies Keep flammables away from hot office equipment

8. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Electrical Safety Use extension cords properly  Don’t run them across stairs or aisles  Don’t fasten them with nails or staples Don’t overload outlets Don’t use plugs with bent or missing prongs Obey locks, tags, barricades, and signs that warn of electrical hazards

9. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Back Safety Reach properly Lift properly  Object from floor  Object from overhead  Oversized or heavy object  Long or awkward objects Use material handling equipment Do stretching exercises

10. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Ergonomics Arrange your workstation Sit properly Avoid repetitive motions Take breaks Keep wrists straight Use proper equipment and PPE Carry objects palm down

11. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Ergonomics (cont.) Know symptoms of MSDs  Pain  Tingling  Stiffness  Weakness  Numbness  Swelling Get medical attention for MSD symptoms

12. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Emergency Situations Know location of fire alarms and extinguishers Know what alarms sound like Know how to use extinguishers Know at least two evacuation routes Know meeting place outside building

13. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. First Aid Call for professional medical help Bring help to victim Check victim’s ABCs Check victim’s vitals Interview victim Use appropriate first-aid measures

14. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Infectious Diseases and Bloodborne Pathogens Wash hands often Use precautions when giving first aid Treat all blood as contaminated Use PPE Clean up thoroughly Get medical attention if you’re exposed

15. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Security Follow company procedures Keep doors locked Don’t loan keys or access cards Report unknown people Report security gaps

16. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Workplace Violence Take threats seriously Recognize signs of potential violence in co-workers Report signs Arrange a danger signal with co-workers Remain calm with emotional people Alert proper authorities

17. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Terrorism Protect your computer Handle mail with caution Follow company precautions Follow procedures during an incident Shelter in place

18. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Personal Protective Equipment Use the right equipment for the job Inspect it before every use Make sure it fits Follow manufacturer’s instructions Clean and store properly

19. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Machine Safety Obey tags Make sure guards are in place Report problems Wear correct PPE Focus on work

20. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Hazard Communication Read chemical labels Read MSDSs Use proper PPE Follow procedures Seek medical attention if exposed

21. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Test What You Know 1.List three reasons for maintaining a safe workplace. 2.What government agency monitors safety in the workplace? 3.What hazards are present in offices? 4.What two things should you never do with extension cords? 5.What is the proper way to reach?

22. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Test What You Know (cont.) 6.List four things you can do to practice good ergonomics. 7.What five things do you need to know to be safe during emergency situations? 8.When is it OK to loan your access card or to leave an outside door open? 9.How often should you inspect your PPE? 10.Where can you find the most complete safety and health precautions for hazardous substances?

23. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Test What You Know Answers 1.List three reasons for maintaining a safe workplace. Safety sustains productivity, promotes morale, is required by law, and requires everyone’s participation. 2.What government agency monitors safety in the workplace? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration. 3.What hazards are present in offices? Open drawers, unstable furniture, and hot equipment.

24. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Test What You Know Answers (cont.) 4.What two things should you never do with extension cords? Don’t run them across stairs or aisles and don’t fasten them with nails or staples. 5.What is the proper way to reach? Move your body close to the object; don ’ t twist. Stand for objects on high shelves (get a stepstool, if necessary), and don ’ t overextend.

25. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Test What You Know Answers (cont.) 6.List four things you can do to practice good ergonomics. Arrange your workstation, sit properly, avoid repetitive motions, take breaks, keep wrists straight, use proper tools and PPE, and carry objects palm down. 7.What five things do you need to know to be safe during emergency situations? The location of fire alarms and extinguishers, what alarms sound like, how to use extinguishers, two evacuation routes, and where to meet outside the building.

26. #31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc. Test What You Know Answers (cont.) 8.When is it OK to loan your access card or to leave an outside door open? Never. 9.How often should you inspect your PPE? Before every use. 10.Where can you find the most complete safety and health precautions for hazardous substances? Material safety data sheets.