Custodial Risk Prevention

1. Custodial Risk Prevention By:Chaizong Lor, Safety Coordinator

2. Risk Prevention • Training Objectives: Slips, Trips, & Falls Safe Material Handling And Snow Removal Safe Chemical Handling

3. Risk Prevention • Slips, Trips, and Falls • Slip: • Occurs when there is too little friction or traction between the footwear and the walking surface. • Victim usually falls backward. • Trip: • Occurs when a person's foot contacts an object or drops to a lower level unexpectedly and they are thrown off balance. • Victim usually falls forward. • Foot hits obstruction and stops unexpectedly.

4. Risk Prevention • Slips, Trips, and Falls Cont. • Fall: • Occurs when a person does not notice a hazard or does not respond quickly enough after a hazard is noticed. • Foot support fails and there is no opportunity or insufficient time to transfer support to another contact point (foot support or hand support). • Wet walking/Slippery floor surfaces. • Oily, icy, snow, wet or dusty. • Smooth, shiny tiles in a wet area.

5. Risk Prevention • Slips, Trips, and Falls Hazards Cont. • Poor housekeeping: • Spills not cleaned up immediately. • Liquid and waste from machinery leaking onto floors. • Debris, materials, tools, etc. left in aisles & other walking areas. • Electrical or extension cords or objects that are in the way of walking. • Wearing shoes that are not appropriate to the job activity, environment, or season.

6. Risk Prevention • Slips, Trips, and Falls Hazards Cont. • Individual not aware of potential hazards in the workplace: • View obstructed due to carrying of objects. • Inadequate storage areas. • Passage or walkways being used for storage. • Drawers not being closed. • Unanchored rugs or mats. • Frayed, wrinkled, or torn carpeting.

7. Risk Prevention • Slips, Trips, and Falls Hazards Cont. • Condition of the floor surface represents potential hazards: • Uneven or damaged walking surfaces • Holes in the ground. • Poor lighting • Poorly maintained floor: • Cracked concrete or tiles. • Loading docks and mezzanine storage areas with no fall protection. • Poor access to storage racking.

8. Risk Prevention • Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention • Take time and pay attention to the surface you are walking on. • Watch for loose boards or openings. • Wear the correct shoes for the job activity. • Clean up spills as soon as possible. • Mark spills before and during clean up.

9. Risk Prevention • Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention Cont. • Walk with the feet pointed slightly outward for balance. • Make wide turns at corners. • Keep access routes clear. • Provide good lighting. • Clean and draw attention to all spills immediately. • Mop or sweep debris from floors.

10. Risk Prevention • Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention Cont. • Recognize uneven floors, holes or slopes. • Be more cautions when using stairs with no handrails. • Watch where you are going. • Always walk, do not run, in the workplace. • Ensure the things you are carrying and pushing do not block your view. • Keep clear of obstructions.

11. Risk Prevention Safe Material Handling Hug the Load 4 Squat Down 2 Get close to the load 1 Grip the Load 3 Slowly Lift 5

12. Get close to the load 1 Risk Prevention • Safe Material Handling Cont. • Get as close to the load as possible with your feet wide apart about shoulder width, with one foot slightly in front of the other for balance. • Test the object’s weight before lifting it. • Ask for assistance from a co-worker when appropriate. • Have the object close to the body to reduce force on the low back. • Avoid rapid, jerky movements.

13. Squat Down 2 Risk Prevention • Safe Material Handling Cont. • Keep yourself in an upright position while squatting to pick up. • Squat by bending the knees and hips. • Keep the three Curves of the Back properly aligned: • Ears, Shoulders, and Hips are in a straight line.

14. Grip the Load 3 Risk Prevention • Safe Material Handling Cont. • Tightening the stomach helps support the spine. • Do not hold your breath while tightening the muscles. • Get a firm grasp of the object before beginning the lift. • Use both hands. • Use whole hand, not just fingers. • Use gloves as needed to prevent “pinched” grips or to protect the hands during lift.

15. Hug the Load 4 Risk Prevention • Safe Material Handling Cont. • Legs are the strongest muscles in the body – so use them. • Avoid back flexion. • Hold objects close to body. • Slide the object from the knee on the ground to mid-thigh. • Keep the head forward. • Hug the object to your stomach & chest.

16. Slowly Lift 5 Risk Prevention • Safe Material Handling Cont. • Lift with the legs to allow the body’s powerful leg muscles to do the work. • Flex the knees and hips, not the back. • Avoid bending & twisting at the waist. • Try to keep the back “straight” during the lift. • Do not look down at the object during lift. • Look up to help “straighten” the position of the back for a safer lift. • Never Bend, Lift, and Twist at the same time.

17. Risk Prevention • Safe Material Handling Tips: • Push rather than pull. • Keep a good grip. • Maintain clear vision between the object and your destination. • When lowering an object, try and keep the natural curve of your back. • Place the load on the surface and push it back.

18. Snow Removal • Shoveling – make sure you have a good grip the shovel with your hands about 12 inches or more apart for greater stability and leverage. • Pace yourself during snow removal • Start out slowly and take breaks often • DO NOT rush to clear all of the snow at once. • Try pushing and lifting during large snowfalls in small layers (i.e. shovel an inch or two, rest, and repeat as necessary).

19. Snow Removal • Watch your footing • Stand with your feet shoulder – width apart for balance & keep the shovel close to your body. • Avoid throwing snow too far when it is slippery. • Push & use proper lifting techniques • Push snow with a wide blade shovel. • When you have to lift, half fill the shovel, bend with knees, keep back straight and lift with legs. • Walk to where you want to place the snow.

20. Snow Removal • Avoid awkward throwing postures • DO NOT throw snow over your shoulder or to the side. • If you need to move the snow to one side, reposition your feet to face the direction the snow will be moved. • Do not reach back to push snow (i.e. walking backwards while pushing or lifting snow). • Do not tossing, or throwing the load.

21. Snow Removal • Watch for ice • Look out for ice patches and uneven surfaces under the snow or on the ground that can cause you to slip and fall (black ice). • Take smaller steps in icy conditions. • Wear boots that have slip-resistant soles. Anti-slipping cleats or footwear could be used by those who are prone to falling. • Ask for help • Ask someone to help you if shoveling snow is a huge job.

22. Risk Prevention • Safe Chemical Handling • Manufacturers must properly label Hazardous Materials (HM) & provide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each chemical produced. • Know and prepare for hazards in advance. • Review Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): • Physical and Health Hazards • Exposure signs and symptoms • Protective measures • Emergency procedures

23. Risk Prevention • Safe Chemical Handling Cont. • Read the label on the product carefully before using it. • Pay particular attention to the "CAUTION" "WARNING" or "DANGER" messages. • Contact immediate supervisor if MSDS is missing. • Custodians should ALWAYS wear gloves and goggles when diluting or pouring chemicals. • Recommend adherence to FP&M PPE Policy.

24. Risk Prevention • Safe Chemical Handling Cont. • Handle incompatible materials in separate compartments to prevent mixing. • Never mix incompatible materials in the same collection containers. • Avoid breathing vapors or dust from HM. • Avoid contact with eyes and skin. • Do not smoke, eat, or drink where HM is used.

25. Risk Prevention • Safe Chemicals Handling Cont. • Keep containers closed unless you are working with container. • Do not store waste containers open with funnels in opening. • Do not evaporate solvents as a means of disposal. • Ensure all containers are labeled. • No abbreviations or formulas.

26. Risk Prevention • Safe Chemicals Handling Cont. • Container must have a label giving: • Identity of the hazardous chemical. • Appropriate hazard warning(s) to include target organ. • A label is not required for portable container used to transfer hazardous chemicals for immediate use.

27. Risk Prevention • Safe Chemical Handling Cont. • Employees should evaluate products: • Dilute the product correctly. • Make sure concentration is not too strong. • Apply or use the product correctly as recommended by the MSDS. • Make sure gloves are in good condition for use. • Practice good hand washing and hygiene.

28. Risk Prevention • Prevent Chemical Spills: • Practice good housekeeping. • Clutter increases spills and accidents. • Keep work areas neat and clean. • Put all tools, equipment and materials away when not in use. • Work carefully to avoid accidents. • Do not put containers of liquids where they might be knocked over.

29. Risk Prevention • Prevent Chemical Spills Cont. • Cover drains in work area to stop spills from entering. • Use drip pans underneath work areas to catch spills. • Use drip pans every time spills are possible. • Drain wet parts on drip pans or racks.

30. Risk Prevention • Prevent Chemicals Spill Cont. • To clean up a simple spill: • Notify your fellow workers and supervisor. • Control Access to the area, prevent contact or spread of spill. • Call The Office of Loss Prevention and Safety at (715)836-3999 for advice and to report as soon as possible.

31. Risk Prevention • Summary: • Always use common sense. • If something looks dangerous, it probably is. • Ask for help when you are uncertain about a chemical. • Evacuate the area if the chemical spill poses a health risk. • Ask for help with a lift if it is too heavy for one person.

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