Walk for the Health of it
Walking is the one exercise that almost anyone can do, regardless of age or level of physical fitness. Everyone has something to gain from a brisk 30-minute walk enjoyed several times a week. Benefits include: increased cardiovascular fitness, reduced stress, increase energy, improved eating and sleeping habits, and a lowered risk of heart disease and stroke. ‘Take a Walk’... it’ll do you some good!
Education
"What would life be without the constant struggles we must go through, struggles that teach us so much about ourselves?" --Janine Staplins
The Deadly Dozen
Acquaint yourself with the items listed below; these are the major causes of accidents and injury. The ranking may change from year to year, but these are some of the main things to watch for if you want to protect your people. (From our friends at USF&G Ins.)
Unsafe Actions
1.) Unauthorized use/operation of equipment.
2.) Removing, by-passing or making safety devices inoperative.
3.) Servicing moving or working equipment.
4.) Operating or working at an unsafe speed.
5.) Failure to wear the proper protective equipment.
6.) Failure to secure or tie down against unexpected movement.
7.) Using defective tools or equipment.
8.) Using tools or equipment in an unsafe manner.
9.) Standing in an unsafe place or taking an unsafe posture.
10.) Riding hazardous moving equipment.
11.) Horse-play, distracting, startling and goofing around.
12.) Failure to warn or signal as required.
Unsafe Conditions
1.) Inadequate guards or safety devices
2.) Unexpected movement hazard
3.) Poor Housekeeping
4.) Protruding object hazards
5.) Close clearance or congestion hazards
6.) Hazardous arrangement, placement, or storage
7.) Inadequate illumination
8.) Lack of an adequate warning system
9.) Fire and explosion hazards
10.) Hazardous defects of tools or equipment
11.) Hazardous atmospheric conditions
12.) Hazardous personal attire (loose clothing, long hair, jewelry, etc.)
Give it a shot
"Treat people as if they were what they should be, and you help them become what they are capable of becoming." --Johan von Goethe
Monday, October 29, 2007
2007 Health and Safety Tip 2
Hand Tools -- Inspect them daily!
Use the right tool for the job you are performing. Taking shortcuts often leads to injury…take the time to do it right!
Need a screwdriver? Use the right size and type and secure the piece you are working with to avoid hand injury. If you need an awl or a chisel get one...don't use a screwdriver.
Hammer Time? Remember the claw hammer is for carpentry, the machinist's hammer for machine work. And, always make sure your swing radius is clear when using a sledge.
Mushroomed heads on hammers, chisels, punches, etc. must be ground down for safety or pieces can break free and cause injury to you or a co-worker.
Keep sharp edged tools in a safe position at all times. A tool belt is a good idea for tool transport…and a safer alternative then having them in your pockets.
Never use a hammer with a hardened metal face on a highly tempered chisel, wedge or other tool. One or both are to be of a soft steel type to prevent metal fragments.
Wrench it! It is better to pull than to push and face the jaws in the direction of the pull. Stand to the side when pulling down on wrenches above your head and remember... Cheater pipes can get you in trouble.
File it under Safety. Don't use a file without a handle and never use a file as a pry bar…they are brittle and will break.
Check your Bite! If using a pry bar be sure your bite is secure by applying slight pressure initially. Then, check your balance before exerting your full force.
Look at your tools every shift - Broken, damaged or defective tools must be tagged and turned in for repair or replacement.
Keep an edge on your pocket knive and other blades…injuries are more common with a dull blade! And to avoid cutting yourself, always cut away from your body.
Watch where you lay your tools and equipment. Keep them off stairways and out of main walkways. And finally, Keep those tools CLEAN!
Action is worry’s worst enemy. --American Proverb
"Be true to your work, your word, and your friend." --Henry David Thoreau
Keep up the good fight… people are starting to listen. --Safety Wayne
Use the right tool for the job you are performing. Taking shortcuts often leads to injury…take the time to do it right!
Need a screwdriver? Use the right size and type and secure the piece you are working with to avoid hand injury. If you need an awl or a chisel get one...don't use a screwdriver.
Hammer Time? Remember the claw hammer is for carpentry, the machinist's hammer for machine work. And, always make sure your swing radius is clear when using a sledge.
Mushroomed heads on hammers, chisels, punches, etc. must be ground down for safety or pieces can break free and cause injury to you or a co-worker.
Keep sharp edged tools in a safe position at all times. A tool belt is a good idea for tool transport…and a safer alternative then having them in your pockets.
Never use a hammer with a hardened metal face on a highly tempered chisel, wedge or other tool. One or both are to be of a soft steel type to prevent metal fragments.
Wrench it! It is better to pull than to push and face the jaws in the direction of the pull. Stand to the side when pulling down on wrenches above your head and remember... Cheater pipes can get you in trouble.
File it under Safety. Don't use a file without a handle and never use a file as a pry bar…they are brittle and will break.
Check your Bite! If using a pry bar be sure your bite is secure by applying slight pressure initially. Then, check your balance before exerting your full force.
Look at your tools every shift - Broken, damaged or defective tools must be tagged and turned in for repair or replacement.
Keep an edge on your pocket knive and other blades…injuries are more common with a dull blade! And to avoid cutting yourself, always cut away from your body.
Watch where you lay your tools and equipment. Keep them off stairways and out of main walkways. And finally, Keep those tools CLEAN!
Action is worry’s worst enemy. --American Proverb
"Be true to your work, your word, and your friend." --Henry David Thoreau
Keep up the good fight… people are starting to listen. --Safety Wayne
Safety Tidbits – 1/03/07
-January is National Volunteer Blood Donor Month. Make a Difference – Donate Today…it could Save a Life!
-In a recent survey, employees were asked what they wanted from an employer… the Top Three Responses were Appreciation for work done (hearing Thanks!); Feeling In on things (being in the loop - part of the team) and Understanding of personal issues (compassion).
No worries mate!
“May all your troubles last as long as your New Year’s resolutions.”
–Joey Adams
Talk to the Kids about Driving Safely
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among 1- to 34-year olds in the U.S. According to the U.S. DOT, 3,620 drivers in the15-20 age group died in car crashes in 2004, accounting for 14 percent of all the drivers involved in fatal crashes and 18 percent of all the drivers involved in police-reported crashes. Twenty-four percent of the teen drivers killed were intoxicated. In 2002 (latest data available) the estimated economic cost of police-reported crashes involving drivers between the ages of 15 and 20 years old was $40.8 billion, according to the NHTSA. Teenage deaths due to motor vehicle accidents occur on weekends 53% of the time. Teen drivers killed in motor vehicle accidents had a youth passenger in automobile 45% of the time.
Most Americans (61 percent) think that 16-year-olds are too young to drive, according to a USA Today/CNN/Gallup poll. The poll, conducted in December 2004, also found that 53 percent thought that licenses should not be issued until the age of 18.
Anyway
People are unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered,
Love Them Anyway.
If you do good people will accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives;
Do Good Anyway.
People really need help but may attack you if you help them;
Help People Anyway.
If you are successful, you win false friends and true enemies;
Succeed Anyway.
Give the world your best and you will get kicked in the teeth;
Give The World Your Best Anyway!
Taken from a sign on the wall in the Calcutta Children’s Home founded by Mother Teresa.
Fire Safety Review
Fires kill approximately 5,500 Americans and injure over 300,000 each year. The major causes of home fires: Smoking 26%, Incendiary or Suspicious 16%, Heating 14%, Child Playing 10%, Electrical Distribution 10%, Cooking 8%.
-Teach the family to STOP, DROP and ROLL if clothes catch fire. Purchase collapsible LADDERS, if you have small children, and practice using them. Source: NFPA
-Nearly 3/5 of the residential fatalities occur in homes without a WORKING SMOKE DETECTORS! Purchase quality smoke detectors and replace batteries annually.
-A carbon monoxide detector is also a good idea. Source: USFA
Quote of the Week
“The problem is not that there are problems. The problem is expecting otherwise and thinking that having problems is a problem.” --Theodore Rubin
-In a recent survey, employees were asked what they wanted from an employer… the Top Three Responses were Appreciation for work done (hearing Thanks!); Feeling In on things (being in the loop - part of the team) and Understanding of personal issues (compassion).
No worries mate!
“May all your troubles last as long as your New Year’s resolutions.”
–Joey Adams
Talk to the Kids about Driving Safely
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among 1- to 34-year olds in the U.S. According to the U.S. DOT, 3,620 drivers in the15-20 age group died in car crashes in 2004, accounting for 14 percent of all the drivers involved in fatal crashes and 18 percent of all the drivers involved in police-reported crashes. Twenty-four percent of the teen drivers killed were intoxicated. In 2002 (latest data available) the estimated economic cost of police-reported crashes involving drivers between the ages of 15 and 20 years old was $40.8 billion, according to the NHTSA. Teenage deaths due to motor vehicle accidents occur on weekends 53% of the time. Teen drivers killed in motor vehicle accidents had a youth passenger in automobile 45% of the time.
Most Americans (61 percent) think that 16-year-olds are too young to drive, according to a USA Today/CNN/Gallup poll. The poll, conducted in December 2004, also found that 53 percent thought that licenses should not be issued until the age of 18.
Anyway
People are unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered,
Love Them Anyway.
If you do good people will accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives;
Do Good Anyway.
People really need help but may attack you if you help them;
Help People Anyway.
If you are successful, you win false friends and true enemies;
Succeed Anyway.
Give the world your best and you will get kicked in the teeth;
Give The World Your Best Anyway!
Taken from a sign on the wall in the Calcutta Children’s Home founded by Mother Teresa.
Fire Safety Review
Fires kill approximately 5,500 Americans and injure over 300,000 each year. The major causes of home fires: Smoking 26%, Incendiary or Suspicious 16%, Heating 14%, Child Playing 10%, Electrical Distribution 10%, Cooking 8%.
-Teach the family to STOP, DROP and ROLL if clothes catch fire. Purchase collapsible LADDERS, if you have small children, and practice using them. Source: NFPA
-Nearly 3/5 of the residential fatalities occur in homes without a WORKING SMOKE DETECTORS! Purchase quality smoke detectors and replace batteries annually.
-A carbon monoxide detector is also a good idea. Source: USFA
Quote of the Week
“The problem is not that there are problems. The problem is expecting otherwise and thinking that having problems is a problem.” --Theodore Rubin
2007 Week 1
Health and Safety Tip 1 -- MAKE TIME FOR SAFETY especially when performing NON-Routine Tasks!!!
Many of us will be going into our annual outage or turn-around in the very near future. Here are a few things to remember.
-Safety Starts with Training - Make sure your contractors and their subs have the required training before they start work at your facility.
-Lock it out and Tag it - PUSH LO/TO, de-energize and verify…One Lock and tag for each person at risk!
-Accident Potential Increases - whenever non-routine tasks are performed.
-Multiple Projects - Increased Concern - keep all parties in the loop…daily planning and progress meetings are a great idea.
-Focus on Communication - You'll be fighting tight schedules, extended shifts and sleep deprivation…all of which can affect decision making. You need to Communicate Effectively!
-Tie-off that Ladder - See last week's Tidbits
-Follow Proper Lifting Techniques - Remind workers to use mechanical means whenever possible, bend at the knee not at the waist, keep the load close, avoid bending and twisting at the same time…etc.
-Consider Environmental Factors - and plan accordingly. Wind, rain, ice and snow can and do cause problems for man and machine.
-Mind the Little Stuff - Take care of housekeeping Before it presents a hazard! A dirty worksite can present slip, trip and fall hazards.
-Audit and Inspect - Conditions change continually when outage work is going on…keep an eye on changes especially those which may affect worker safety.
Plan your work and Work your Plan…MSHA spells it S.L.A.M.
Henry Ford said it best, "Before anything else, getting ready is the key to success."
Many of us will be going into our annual outage or turn-around in the very near future. Here are a few things to remember.
-Safety Starts with Training - Make sure your contractors and their subs have the required training before they start work at your facility.
-Lock it out and Tag it - PUSH LO/TO, de-energize and verify…One Lock and tag for each person at risk!
-Accident Potential Increases - whenever non-routine tasks are performed.
-Multiple Projects - Increased Concern - keep all parties in the loop…daily planning and progress meetings are a great idea.
-Focus on Communication - You'll be fighting tight schedules, extended shifts and sleep deprivation…all of which can affect decision making. You need to Communicate Effectively!
-Tie-off that Ladder - See last week's Tidbits
-Follow Proper Lifting Techniques - Remind workers to use mechanical means whenever possible, bend at the knee not at the waist, keep the load close, avoid bending and twisting at the same time…etc.
-Consider Environmental Factors - and plan accordingly. Wind, rain, ice and snow can and do cause problems for man and machine.
-Mind the Little Stuff - Take care of housekeeping Before it presents a hazard! A dirty worksite can present slip, trip and fall hazards.
-Audit and Inspect - Conditions change continually when outage work is going on…keep an eye on changes especially those which may affect worker safety.
Plan your work and Work your Plan…MSHA spells it S.L.A.M.
Henry Ford said it best, "Before anything else, getting ready is the key to success."
Safety Tidbits 9/3/07
Did you know…
-You can save about $100/year with a programmable thermostat and replacing your five most used lights with Energy Star-rated ones can save you another $60 annually..
-You should never use bug sprays for humans on your animals (they are not formulated for animal use).
-A headache is your body’s cry for help. You should consult a physician if you have recurring headaches.
-42% of Americans say they eat dinner in front of the TV everyday (no wonder why we have communication problems and weight issues in this country).
-Annually, 76 Million Americans suffer food-borne illnesses and about 5,000 do not survive the experience. Restaurants are the source of at least half of the exposures.
Think about it
“If you want to be respected, be respectable. If you want to be liked, be likeable. If you want to be loved be loveable. And, if you want to be employed, be employable.” –William Boetcker
Preventing a Charley Horse
Charley horse is the common name for a muscle spasm that usually occurs in the legs. It begins suddenly and may cause severe pain when the muscle won’t relax. Muscle spasms often occur after exercise and at night. They may last for a few seconds to several minutes, and usually occur when a muscle has been over-worked or strained. Other causes may include: a.) Exercising while dehydrated, b.) A mineral deficiency
c.)Not enough blood getting to the muscles
No matter the cause, for fast relief, stop your activity and stretch or massage the muscle. To prevent charley horses from happening in the first place, stretch everyday to improve flexibility, don’t overdo your workouts, drink plenty of fluids, and increase your potassium intake. Source: Medline Plus @ nlm.nih.gov
Everything Changes
“Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or the present are certain to miss the future.” –John F. Kennedy
Watch it!
Watch your thoughts for they become words;
Watch your words for they become actions;
Watch your actions for they become habits;
Watch your habits for they become character;
Watch your character for it becomes your destiny.
-Thanks Mike
Quote of the Week
"The task of leadership is not to put greatness into people, but to elicit it, for the greatness is there already." -John Buchan
-You can save about $100/year with a programmable thermostat and replacing your five most used lights with Energy Star-rated ones can save you another $60 annually..
-You should never use bug sprays for humans on your animals (they are not formulated for animal use).
-A headache is your body’s cry for help. You should consult a physician if you have recurring headaches.
-42% of Americans say they eat dinner in front of the TV everyday (no wonder why we have communication problems and weight issues in this country).
-Annually, 76 Million Americans suffer food-borne illnesses and about 5,000 do not survive the experience. Restaurants are the source of at least half of the exposures.
Think about it
“If you want to be respected, be respectable. If you want to be liked, be likeable. If you want to be loved be loveable. And, if you want to be employed, be employable.” –William Boetcker
Preventing a Charley Horse
Charley horse is the common name for a muscle spasm that usually occurs in the legs. It begins suddenly and may cause severe pain when the muscle won’t relax. Muscle spasms often occur after exercise and at night. They may last for a few seconds to several minutes, and usually occur when a muscle has been over-worked or strained. Other causes may include: a.) Exercising while dehydrated, b.) A mineral deficiency
c.)Not enough blood getting to the muscles
No matter the cause, for fast relief, stop your activity and stretch or massage the muscle. To prevent charley horses from happening in the first place, stretch everyday to improve flexibility, don’t overdo your workouts, drink plenty of fluids, and increase your potassium intake. Source: Medline Plus @ nlm.nih.gov
Everything Changes
“Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or the present are certain to miss the future.” –John F. Kennedy
Watch it!
Watch your thoughts for they become words;
Watch your words for they become actions;
Watch your actions for they become habits;
Watch your habits for they become character;
Watch your character for it becomes your destiny.
-Thanks Mike
Quote of the Week
"The task of leadership is not to put greatness into people, but to elicit it, for the greatness is there already." -John Buchan
Safety Tidbits 8/27/07
If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right
“The quality of a person's life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor.” Vincent Lombardi, NFL Coach
Motorcycle fatalities on the rise
My teenage son wants a motorcycle a ‘crotch rocket’ because some of his friends have them. I told him he doesn’t need one and the NHTSA agrees with me. Here is some information from the NHTSA’s National Center for Statistics and Analysis.
All data is from 2005.
-4453 motorcyclists were killed in traffic accidents in the United States (a 13% increase over 2004).
-87,000 additional motorcyclists were injured in traffic accidents (a 14% increase).
-34% of all motorcyclists involved in fatal crashes were speeding.
-Forty-one percent of motorcycle riders who died in single-vehicle crashes in 2005 had a blood alcohol concentration of .0.08 g/dL or higher.
-The majority of fatalities involved drivers under the age of 30 years.
-Per vehicle mile motorcyclists are 34% more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a traffic accident.
-Helmets are estimated to be 37% effective in preventing fatal injuries to motorcyclists.
The right attitude can get you through it
“Our attitudes control our lives. Attitudes are a secret power working twenty-four hours a day, for good or bad. It is of paramount importance that we know how to harness and control this great force.” Tom Blandi, French literary theorist and author
Did you Know…
Each year, approximately 109 work-related fatalities occur in Oklahoma, and 20 involve machinery; Nationally, the top three work-related killers are motor vehicle accidents, falls and homicides, in that order.
Obesity is an epidemic in the U.S and more than half of Americans are overweight; one-third of Americans are obese.
Obesity is on the rise because high calorie, high fat food is abundant and physical activity is optional.
Oklahoma is ranked 14th highest in the nation for obese adults and 16th highest in the nation for overweight high schools students.
One in every five children under the age of fourteen years old is overweight.
Quote of the Week:
“One man with courage makes a majority.” –Andrew Jackson
“The quality of a person's life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor.” Vincent Lombardi, NFL Coach
Motorcycle fatalities on the rise
My teenage son wants a motorcycle a ‘crotch rocket’ because some of his friends have them. I told him he doesn’t need one and the NHTSA agrees with me. Here is some information from the NHTSA’s National Center for Statistics and Analysis.
All data is from 2005.
-4453 motorcyclists were killed in traffic accidents in the United States (a 13% increase over 2004).
-87,000 additional motorcyclists were injured in traffic accidents (a 14% increase).
-34% of all motorcyclists involved in fatal crashes were speeding.
-Forty-one percent of motorcycle riders who died in single-vehicle crashes in 2005 had a blood alcohol concentration of .0.08 g/dL or higher.
-The majority of fatalities involved drivers under the age of 30 years.
-Per vehicle mile motorcyclists are 34% more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a traffic accident.
-Helmets are estimated to be 37% effective in preventing fatal injuries to motorcyclists.
The right attitude can get you through it
“Our attitudes control our lives. Attitudes are a secret power working twenty-four hours a day, for good or bad. It is of paramount importance that we know how to harness and control this great force.” Tom Blandi, French literary theorist and author
Did you Know…
Each year, approximately 109 work-related fatalities occur in Oklahoma, and 20 involve machinery; Nationally, the top three work-related killers are motor vehicle accidents, falls and homicides, in that order.
Obesity is an epidemic in the U.S and more than half of Americans are overweight; one-third of Americans are obese.
Obesity is on the rise because high calorie, high fat food is abundant and physical activity is optional.
Oklahoma is ranked 14th highest in the nation for obese adults and 16th highest in the nation for overweight high schools students.
One in every five children under the age of fourteen years old is overweight.
Quote of the Week:
“One man with courage makes a majority.” –Andrew Jackson
Safety Tip for Week 35
Safety follows Wisdom
That is the PCA slogan, and wisdom usually follows leadership. Everybody needs to be a Safety Leader!
Leadership…what is it?
Here are some definitions pulled off the web
Leadership is an interactive conversation that pulls people toward becoming comfortable with the language of personal responsibility and commitment. –CoachThee.com
A leader is ANYONE who can show us what direction to pursue on a specific topic. -Leadersdirect.com
Leadership is not just for people at the top. Everyone can learn to lead by discovering the power that lies within each one of us to make a difference.
Choose to make a difference, take an active role for SAFETY! We all see things every week (sometimes every day) that need to be addressed. Ignoring these safety issues is not the answer! Problems do not just go away, they have to be addressed. Remember: MSHA says defects affecting safety have to be addressed ‘in a timely fashion’. So, Make the Right Choice - Choose to Make a Difference!
-Report unsafe conditions, immediately!
-Intervene and Stop unsafe acts (use a positive approach)
-Report injuries and near misses when they happen
An effective safety program requires everyone to be actively engaged. Be a team player…the team is counting on you to do your part.
"Management is doing things right; Leadership is doing the right things."
-Peter F. Drucker
If you are unhappy with the results in your life or organization, it may be time to make some change. Pete Senge says, "Every organization is uniquely designed to exactly produce the results it achieves".
Now be careful out there!
Safety Wayne
Aspire to be a bigger person
"Really big people are, above everything else, courteous, considerate and generous -- not just to some people in some circumstances -- but to everyone all the time." -Thomas J. Watson, Founder of IBM
That is the PCA slogan, and wisdom usually follows leadership. Everybody needs to be a Safety Leader!
Leadership…what is it?
Here are some definitions pulled off the web
Leadership is an interactive conversation that pulls people toward becoming comfortable with the language of personal responsibility and commitment. –CoachThee.com
A leader is ANYONE who can show us what direction to pursue on a specific topic. -Leadersdirect.com
Leadership is not just for people at the top. Everyone can learn to lead by discovering the power that lies within each one of us to make a difference.
Choose to make a difference, take an active role for SAFETY! We all see things every week (sometimes every day) that need to be addressed. Ignoring these safety issues is not the answer! Problems do not just go away, they have to be addressed. Remember: MSHA says defects affecting safety have to be addressed ‘in a timely fashion’. So, Make the Right Choice - Choose to Make a Difference!
-Report unsafe conditions, immediately!
-Intervene and Stop unsafe acts (use a positive approach)
-Report injuries and near misses when they happen
An effective safety program requires everyone to be actively engaged. Be a team player…the team is counting on you to do your part.
"Management is doing things right; Leadership is doing the right things."
-Peter F. Drucker
If you are unhappy with the results in your life or organization, it may be time to make some change. Pete Senge says, "Every organization is uniquely designed to exactly produce the results it achieves".
Now be careful out there!
Safety Wayne
Aspire to be a bigger person
"Really big people are, above everything else, courteous, considerate and generous -- not just to some people in some circumstances -- but to everyone all the time." -Thomas J. Watson, Founder of IBM
Sunday, October 28, 2007
Safety Tip of the Week
Safety…Just Do It Part 2 of 2. Do you ever watch people and wonder why… like why did five people walk by that coffee cup or pop can and yet none of them bothered to pick it up? Or maybe, you’ve seen co-workers walk by an oil spill or fail to yield at a blind corner…do you ever say anything to them? One thing I cannot understand is why people don’t take a more active role in Safety (it costs nothing…unless we say or do nothing, then it could cost someone dearly!!!). It reminds me of the old story about Everybody, Somebody, Anybody and Nobody?
There was an important job to be done and Everybody was sure that Somebody would do it.
Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it.
Somebody got angry about that because it was Everybody's job.
Everybody thought that Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized that Everybody wouldn't do it.
It ended up that Everybody blamed Somebody when Nobody did what Anybody could have done.
Sounds an awful lot like the hurdles we face when it comes to Safety doesn’t it? Maybe that is why we continue to see co-workers getting injured on the job. Maybe that is why the fatalities continue… because we (you and I) are not stepping up to the plate every time we get the chance.
Are we taking the initiative to Stop each unsafe act, and correct each unsafe condition? If not, "What are we waiting for?" We need to be consistent…we cannot tolerate unsafe conditions and we must intervene every time we witness an unsafe act, even if it means upsetting somebody. To those of you who are stepping up to the plate THANK YOU! To those who are still not on board, don’t wait for a serious injury to open your eyes. Be proactive! Be somebody! Together we are making a difference.
Safety… Just Do it!
"I always wondered why somebody doesn’t do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin
"Being responsible sometimes means pissing people off." -General Colin Powell
There was an important job to be done and Everybody was sure that Somebody would do it.
Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it.
Somebody got angry about that because it was Everybody's job.
Everybody thought that Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized that Everybody wouldn't do it.
It ended up that Everybody blamed Somebody when Nobody did what Anybody could have done.
Sounds an awful lot like the hurdles we face when it comes to Safety doesn’t it? Maybe that is why we continue to see co-workers getting injured on the job. Maybe that is why the fatalities continue… because we (you and I) are not stepping up to the plate every time we get the chance.
Are we taking the initiative to Stop each unsafe act, and correct each unsafe condition? If not, "What are we waiting for?" We need to be consistent…we cannot tolerate unsafe conditions and we must intervene every time we witness an unsafe act, even if it means upsetting somebody. To those of you who are stepping up to the plate THANK YOU! To those who are still not on board, don’t wait for a serious injury to open your eyes. Be proactive! Be somebody! Together we are making a difference.
Safety… Just Do it!
"I always wondered why somebody doesn’t do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin
"Being responsible sometimes means pissing people off." -General Colin Powell
Safety Tip of the Week
Remember the Small Stuff!
Plan your work and work your plan! A little planning can safe a lot of time. Many people are injured trying to make up time lost from failing to plan.
Know the job and check the work area Before you Start! Make sure you have the tools you need to do the job safely and see that the area is safe to work in! Don't get hurt by an unexpected hazard.
Follow company PPE requirements. Some areas are marked 'Dual Protection Required' because noise levels are loud enough to damage your hearing. If dust masks or face shields are required be sure to have these items at your disposal.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in wet areas. Make sure that the housing on double insulated tools is intact and never cut ground plugs off of tools or equipment.
Power tools should always be used in the constant finger pressure mode. Never remove or disable equipment guards and if you find guards missing tag the tool out of service.
Maintain your focus! Remember to keep your focus on the task at hand. Keep track of both hands at all times and be aware of others in your work area.
Non-routine Tasks can be dangerous! Many workers are injured performing non-routine tasks. The risk is even greater during after-hour or extended shifts.
The job isn't over until the clean up is done!
Housekeeping is an ongoing process. Yes, it is important to clean up the work area once a task is completed, but it is just as important to pick up (trash, debris, tools, etc.) throughout the day.
Safety…it really is up to YOU!
Have a Great week!!
Plan your work and work your plan! A little planning can safe a lot of time. Many people are injured trying to make up time lost from failing to plan.
Know the job and check the work area Before you Start! Make sure you have the tools you need to do the job safely and see that the area is safe to work in! Don't get hurt by an unexpected hazard.
Follow company PPE requirements. Some areas are marked 'Dual Protection Required' because noise levels are loud enough to damage your hearing. If dust masks or face shields are required be sure to have these items at your disposal.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in wet areas. Make sure that the housing on double insulated tools is intact and never cut ground plugs off of tools or equipment.
Power tools should always be used in the constant finger pressure mode. Never remove or disable equipment guards and if you find guards missing tag the tool out of service.
Maintain your focus! Remember to keep your focus on the task at hand. Keep track of both hands at all times and be aware of others in your work area.
Non-routine Tasks can be dangerous! Many workers are injured performing non-routine tasks. The risk is even greater during after-hour or extended shifts.
The job isn't over until the clean up is done!
Housekeeping is an ongoing process. Yes, it is important to clean up the work area once a task is completed, but it is just as important to pick up (trash, debris, tools, etc.) throughout the day.
Safety…it really is up to YOU!
Have a Great week!!
Safety Tip for Week 43
Why is Safety such a tough sell?
O.K., we gave you the PPE, yet some employees don't always where it…why is that?
The personal protective equipment is purchased to help keep you safe. It can only work when it is used properly.
When you see a co-worker not wearing his/her PPE please remind them that they need it. They may get mad but they'll get over it.
Pre-shift equipment inspections are required to ensure that the equipment is safe to operate, yet some employees pencil whip them…why? We pay you to conduct a thorough inspection. Please take these inspections seriously - document and report deficiencies, immediately!
Supervisors may be responsible for documenting Workplace Inspections but employees should never just walk by a safety hazard. Everyone is responsible for ensuring that their workplace is free of recognized hazards. When you see an unsafe condition address it or report it on the spot. See an unsafe act, intervene immediately!
Supervisors have to make field decisions daily…some put production first, others take risks that they wouldn't let their subordinates take…why is that? The message should be clear, Safety cannot be compromised. If it is unsafe for a worker it is unsafe for the supervisor too! Take all safety concerns seriously and address them in a timely fashion. And contact a manager if you have any questions.
Buy into the Safety Program because it takes all of us working together, everyday, to be successful!
Safety means getting home at the end of the shift, everyday…please do your part and Stay SAFE!
Thank you!!!
Safety Wayne
O.K., we gave you the PPE, yet some employees don't always where it…why is that?
The personal protective equipment is purchased to help keep you safe. It can only work when it is used properly.
When you see a co-worker not wearing his/her PPE please remind them that they need it. They may get mad but they'll get over it.
Pre-shift equipment inspections are required to ensure that the equipment is safe to operate, yet some employees pencil whip them…why? We pay you to conduct a thorough inspection. Please take these inspections seriously - document and report deficiencies, immediately!
Supervisors may be responsible for documenting Workplace Inspections but employees should never just walk by a safety hazard. Everyone is responsible for ensuring that their workplace is free of recognized hazards. When you see an unsafe condition address it or report it on the spot. See an unsafe act, intervene immediately!
Supervisors have to make field decisions daily…some put production first, others take risks that they wouldn't let their subordinates take…why is that? The message should be clear, Safety cannot be compromised. If it is unsafe for a worker it is unsafe for the supervisor too! Take all safety concerns seriously and address them in a timely fashion. And contact a manager if you have any questions.
Buy into the Safety Program because it takes all of us working together, everyday, to be successful!
Safety means getting home at the end of the shift, everyday…please do your part and Stay SAFE!
Thank you!!!
Safety Wayne
Safety Tidbits 10/22/07
FYI
-Protect your Eyes! Sight accounts for 90 to 95 percent of all sensory perceptions.
-Early PPE! The first US Marines wore high leather collars to protect their necks from sabers, hence the name “leathernecks.”
Are You Trained?-Experts estimate that up to 25% of emergency room visits could be avoided if more people knew first aid.
-Drink in moderation! Alcoholism is a leading cause of osteoporosis in men.
Remember This…
“If you don't run your own life, someone else will.” --John Atkinson
Save Your Back
An estimated 8 out of 10 Americans will have a back injury at some point.
In 2002, 411,000 on the job back injuries occurred – or more than 1000 a day.
When LIFTING, get as close to the load as you can and grasp it firmly. Keep your back as straight as possible and use your more powerful leg muscles to lift.
Always PUSH, do not pull if possible. DO NOT TWIST when you lift and carry.
Sleeping rests the back so for best results sleep on your side with KNEES BENT or on your back with knees elevated (use a pillow).
A Lady Knows
"Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't." --Margaret Thatcher
Halloween Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treaters
The CPSC reminds parents that each year many children are hurt while trick-or-treating. Below are a few tips to follow to avoid injury.
Take children out early before it gets totally dark.
Children should carry flashlights to see easily and use reflective strips to aid in being seen.
Purchase or make costumes of light colored materials.
Costumes should be short enough so that children won’t trip.
Sword, knives and other accessories should be made of soft, flexible material.
Tie hats and scarves securely to prevent them from slipping over children’s eyes.
Children should wear sturdy, well-fitting shoes.
Inspect all candy prior to letting your children consume it.
Warn children of the dangers of fire from jack-o-lanterns. Source: CPSC
Thought of the Week: Make Good Choices
You must learn to face the fact, always, that you choose to do what you do, and that everything you do affects not only you but others. --Holly Lisle
-Protect your Eyes! Sight accounts for 90 to 95 percent of all sensory perceptions.
-Early PPE! The first US Marines wore high leather collars to protect their necks from sabers, hence the name “leathernecks.”
Are You Trained?-Experts estimate that up to 25% of emergency room visits could be avoided if more people knew first aid.
-Drink in moderation! Alcoholism is a leading cause of osteoporosis in men.
Remember This…
“If you don't run your own life, someone else will.” --John Atkinson
Save Your Back
An estimated 8 out of 10 Americans will have a back injury at some point.
In 2002, 411,000 on the job back injuries occurred – or more than 1000 a day.
When LIFTING, get as close to the load as you can and grasp it firmly. Keep your back as straight as possible and use your more powerful leg muscles to lift.
Always PUSH, do not pull if possible. DO NOT TWIST when you lift and carry.
Sleeping rests the back so for best results sleep on your side with KNEES BENT or on your back with knees elevated (use a pillow).
A Lady Knows
"Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't." --Margaret Thatcher
Halloween Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treaters
The CPSC reminds parents that each year many children are hurt while trick-or-treating. Below are a few tips to follow to avoid injury.
Take children out early before it gets totally dark.
Children should carry flashlights to see easily and use reflective strips to aid in being seen.
Purchase or make costumes of light colored materials.
Costumes should be short enough so that children won’t trip.
Sword, knives and other accessories should be made of soft, flexible material.
Tie hats and scarves securely to prevent them from slipping over children’s eyes.
Children should wear sturdy, well-fitting shoes.
Inspect all candy prior to letting your children consume it.
Warn children of the dangers of fire from jack-o-lanterns. Source: CPSC
Thought of the Week: Make Good Choices
You must learn to face the fact, always, that you choose to do what you do, and that everything you do affects not only you but others. --Holly Lisle
Basic First Aid Tips
When an injury or medical emergency occurs, seconds count. Anybody can call for help. So call for an ambulance if you think one is needed. Ambulance services do not charge a fee unless they transport a patient and they can always be turned around.
DO NOT render first aid unless you have been properly trained to do so. Always call for an ambulance if the situation looks bad.
Before assisting a victim, protect yourself first. Assess the scene and determine the prevalent hazards, if any. Whenever possible, wear gloves to protect yourself from blood and other bodily fluids.
When an emergency occurs, make sure the victim's tongue does not block his/her airway and that the mouth is free of any secretions and foreign objects. It's extremely important that the person is breathing freely. And if not, you must administer artificial respiration promptly.
Act fast! If the victim is not breathing start CPR (if you have the training), or if the victim is bleeding severely. Remember every second counts. Open cuts and or bleeding? Apply direct pressure and/or elevate the wound and use the pressure points if necessary.
Do not move a person with serious neck or back injuries unless you have to save him from further danger. If he has vomited and there is no danger that his neck is broken, turn him aside to prevent choking and keep him warm by covering him with blankets or coats.
If you are busy administering first aid have someone else call for help. The person who summons help should explain the nature of the emergency and ask what should be done pending the arrival of the ambulance. Reassure the victim, and try to remain calm until a member of the Emergency Response Team or outside help arrives. Your calmness can relieve the fear and panic of the patient.
Tips
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Heat Stress is a real concern in the the hot summer months. Keep track of your self and your co-workers. Drink plenty of fluids and take breaks as needed. Breaks should be taken in cool or shady areas.
Don't give fluids to an unconscious or semiconscious person. Fluids may enter his windpipe and cause suffocation. Don't try to arouse an unconscious person by slapping or shaking.
DO NOT render first aid unless you have been properly trained to do so. Always call for an ambulance if the situation looks bad.
Before assisting a victim, protect yourself first. Assess the scene and determine the prevalent hazards, if any. Whenever possible, wear gloves to protect yourself from blood and other bodily fluids.
When an emergency occurs, make sure the victim's tongue does not block his/her airway and that the mouth is free of any secretions and foreign objects. It's extremely important that the person is breathing freely. And if not, you must administer artificial respiration promptly.
Act fast! If the victim is not breathing start CPR (if you have the training), or if the victim is bleeding severely. Remember every second counts. Open cuts and or bleeding? Apply direct pressure and/or elevate the wound and use the pressure points if necessary.
Do not move a person with serious neck or back injuries unless you have to save him from further danger. If he has vomited and there is no danger that his neck is broken, turn him aside to prevent choking and keep him warm by covering him with blankets or coats.
If you are busy administering first aid have someone else call for help. The person who summons help should explain the nature of the emergency and ask what should be done pending the arrival of the ambulance. Reassure the victim, and try to remain calm until a member of the Emergency Response Team or outside help arrives. Your calmness can relieve the fear and panic of the patient.
Tips
·
Heat Stress is a real concern in the the hot summer months. Keep track of your self and your co-workers. Drink plenty of fluids and take breaks as needed. Breaks should be taken in cool or shady areas.
Don't give fluids to an unconscious or semiconscious person. Fluids may enter his windpipe and cause suffocation. Don't try to arouse an unconscious person by slapping or shaking.
10/29/07 Safety Tidbits
Tidbits – 10/29/07
Your Success depends on you!
No one but you determines your success in life. Making the right choices paves your way.
Did You Know …
-About 125 people die each year in school bus related crashes. 67% of those killed were occupants of other vehicles and 6% were pedestrians.
-Speed is a factor in 30 percent of all fatal crashes, killing an average of 1,000 Americans every month.
-In states where speed limits were raised to 65 mph in 1987, the higher limits are causing about 15-20 percent more deaths on rural interstates each year than otherwise would be expected.
-In a recent poll, 26% of drivers said they run red lights "daily." How about you?
-In the last century, the average life span has increased by over 30 years.-Trepanning, or drilling a hole in the skull, is the oldest known operation.
-FYI - 85% of bottled water sold is actually municipal water.
-Floods cause more death and destruction in the U.S. than any other natural disaster.
The Power of Observation
“I'm not smart, but I like to observe. Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why.” --Bernard Mannes Baruch
Talk to the Kids about Driving Safely
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among 15- to 20-year olds. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 3,620 drivers in this group died in car crashes in 2004, accounting for 14 percent of all the drivers involved in fatal crashes and 18 percent of all the drivers involved in police-reported crashes. Twenty-four percent of the teen drivers killed were intoxicated. In 2002 (latest data available) the estimated economic cost of police-reported crashes involving drivers between the ages of 15 and 20 years old was $40.8 billion, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Teenage deaths due to motor vehicle accidents occur on weekends 53% of the time. Teen drivers killed in motor vehicle accidents had a youth passenger in automobile 45% of the time.
Most Americans (61 percent) think that 16-year-olds are too young to drive, according to a USA Today/CNN/Gallup poll. The poll, conducted in December 2004, also found that 53 percent thought that licenses should not be issued until the age of 18.
Quote of the Week:
“You can’t win by sitting on the side lines. You can make a difference, but only if you get in the game.” –Kirby Alan Walters
Your Success depends on you!
No one but you determines your success in life. Making the right choices paves your way.
Did You Know …
-About 125 people die each year in school bus related crashes. 67% of those killed were occupants of other vehicles and 6% were pedestrians.
-Speed is a factor in 30 percent of all fatal crashes, killing an average of 1,000 Americans every month.
-In states where speed limits were raised to 65 mph in 1987, the higher limits are causing about 15-20 percent more deaths on rural interstates each year than otherwise would be expected.
-In a recent poll, 26% of drivers said they run red lights "daily." How about you?
-In the last century, the average life span has increased by over 30 years.-Trepanning, or drilling a hole in the skull, is the oldest known operation.
-FYI - 85% of bottled water sold is actually municipal water.
-Floods cause more death and destruction in the U.S. than any other natural disaster.
The Power of Observation
“I'm not smart, but I like to observe. Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why.” --Bernard Mannes Baruch
Talk to the Kids about Driving Safely
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among 15- to 20-year olds. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 3,620 drivers in this group died in car crashes in 2004, accounting for 14 percent of all the drivers involved in fatal crashes and 18 percent of all the drivers involved in police-reported crashes. Twenty-four percent of the teen drivers killed were intoxicated. In 2002 (latest data available) the estimated economic cost of police-reported crashes involving drivers between the ages of 15 and 20 years old was $40.8 billion, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Teenage deaths due to motor vehicle accidents occur on weekends 53% of the time. Teen drivers killed in motor vehicle accidents had a youth passenger in automobile 45% of the time.
Most Americans (61 percent) think that 16-year-olds are too young to drive, according to a USA Today/CNN/Gallup poll. The poll, conducted in December 2004, also found that 53 percent thought that licenses should not be issued until the age of 18.
Quote of the Week:
“You can’t win by sitting on the side lines. You can make a difference, but only if you get in the game.” –Kirby Alan Walters
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