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Catholic Mutual Group. “Workplace Safety” APBA Guardian Angels Thursday, September 12, 2013. Catholic Mutual- Workplace Safety. RISK MANAGEMENT

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Catholic Mutual Group

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  1. Catholic Mutual Group “Workplace Safety” APBA Guardian Angels Thursday, September 12, 2013

  2. Catholic Mutual- Workplace Safety RISK MANAGEMENT A pro-active approach to your day-to-day operations to help limit and reduce property, liability, & workers’ compensation exposures for your parish, school, & the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

  3. Catholic Mutual- Workplace Safety When it comes to safety & risk management… Ignorance is not bliss!!

  4. Catholic Mutual- Workplace Safety Why should you be concerned? • Injuries are never a good thing • Injured party • Disruption in work/life… potentially life-changing • Economic impact • Church/School • Image/reputation • Jobs • Fairness to other members of your program • All share in risk & costs • All should work to reduce risk & costs

  5. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety What type of injuries are occurring at our churches & schools? *Slips, Trips, & Falls -Approximately 50% of our workers’ compensation claims are from slips, trips & falls *Overexertion / strains -Improper lifting -Lifting too much *Repetitive motion -Improper tools / work area *Equipment Accidents -Improper / no safety guards -No / improper training

  6. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety • What category of employees are getting hurt? • *Teachers • *Maintenance Workers • *Food Service Employees • *Child Care Workers • *Administrators

  7. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety • Create a Safety Committee at your Parish • Who should be on the committee • Parish Business Administrator • Principal • Maintenance Supervisor • Any other parishioner who wants to be involved or has safety experience • Consult with Catholic Mutual Group

  8. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety How can we prevent employee injuries? Implement a Workplace Safety Program

  9. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety A Workplace Safety Program should include the following… * Method for identifying, evaluating, and documenting hazards *Method for timely correction of safety and health dangers identified *Method for emergency response / first aid *Initial safety orientation on rules, policies and job specific procedures for employees

  10. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety A Workplace Safety Program should include the following… *Job specific training for employees before they perform potentially dangerous work *Periodic refresher training

  11. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Slips, Trips & Falls Common causes of Slips, Trips & Falls *Not watching where you are going – being distracted

  12. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Slips, Trips & Falls Common causes of Slips, Trips & Falls *Not wearing proper shoes -No high heels, flip flops, open toe shoes

  13. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Slips, Trips & Falls Common causes of Slips, Trips & Falls *Not wearing proper shoes Catholic Mutual Group has a “Shoes for Crews” program with discounts available

  14. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Slips, Trips & Falls Common causes of Slips, Trips & Falls *Using ladders improperly

  15. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Slips, Trips & Falls Common causes of Slips, Trips & Falls *Using unsafe ladders -All old wooden ladders should be discarded *Obstructions on stairs and walkways *Inadequate lighting *Slippery & uneven surfaces

  16. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Slips, Trips & Falls Identifying the hazards *Stairs need to be in safe condition *Stairs should have a non-slip surface *Handrails need to be in place, secure and utilized *Stairways require good lighting Level surfaces can cause falls *Is the area wet or worn? *Is the area snow covered? -Sand & salt at every entrance *Has the area been waxed or polished? *Does the area show signs of grease or spills? -Spills must be cleaned up immediately

  17. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Overexertion / Strains Main cause of Overexertion / Strains Improper Lifting Eight Steps to a Safe Lift • Size up the load • Plan the job • Establish base support • Bend your knees • Get a good grip • Keep the load close • Lift with your legs • Pivot; don’t twist

  18. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Equipment Accidents *Getting caught , cut, or pinched by moving parts Avoidance *Never work on equipment without training *Never work on equipment without proper safety equipment & guards *Remove jewelry and loose fitting clothing when working around moving parts - Tie back hair

  19. Catholic Mutual Group – Workplace Safety Equipment Accidents Avoidance *Personal Protective Equipment -Safety Glasses -Gloves -Footwear -Hearing Protection -Lifting Belts

  20. QUESTIONS... Catholic Mutual- Workplace Safety

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