EB HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM

1. Provides all levels of management, services and technical advice needed for proper administration of this program.
2. Develops programs and guidance to identify and remove physical, chemical, and biological hazards from facilities, operations, and sites.
3. Assists management and supervisors in the health and safety training of employees.
4. Prepares written reports of inspections conducted by the Safety / Risk Assessment Team. Maintains accident and incident investigation information. Informs the administration of its findings.
5. Maintains the state health and safety poster, emergency telephone numbers, OSHA Form 200, and other notices required by OSHA and Workers’ Compensation. Ensures this information is posted in places where employees may view them.
6. Report accidents that result in an occupational fatality or three or more hospitalized workers to OSHA and Wyoming Workers’ Compensation at (307) 777-7786 within eight (8) hours of occurrence.
7. Ensures that employee’s Report of Occupational Injury or Disease report is filed with the division within ten days of employee’s occupational injury or disease. The same procedure is followed for certified and support staff covered under the district’s insurance plan for non-extrahazardous occupations.
8. Processes all paperwork associated with accidents, on-site inspections and in-house audits. Maintains permanent record for district files. Maintains all training records for a minimum of three (3) years.

Safety / Risk Assessment Team

Director of Facilities and Maintenance

1. Employees scheduled for any safety and health training will attend such training.

2. New employees will be provided orientation training and will be furnished information and literature covering the district health and safety policies, rules, and procedures. This orientation training must be provided prior to the employee’s exposure to the work environment.

3. Individual job/task training, to include the applicable regulations and standards for their job, will be provided to all employees. Included in this training is: the recognition, avoidance, and prevention of unsafe conditions, areas and activities that require personal protection equipment (PPE), and how to use protective equipment (such as respirators, etc.).

4. Quarterly and Monthly on-going safety training sessions will be conducted to provide information and training on new equipment, new procedures, new chemicals, refresher training in specific areas, or meet annual requirements. Such training may be held in conjunction with the safety briefings/meetings addressed elsewhere in this program.

5. Various individual Wyoming Workers’ Safety programs specify that training be provided to employees. Supervisors will ensure their employees are scheduled and provided this training as required. Examples include fire extinguisher training, confined space entry, respirator care and use, hazard communication, lockout/tagout procedures, industrial truck and forklift operations, and electrical work, to name a few.

6. Training addressed above will be documented in the school districts master training record.

Mandatory Training for Employees will consist of the following subjects:

• Bloodborne Pathogens - Annual requirement by OSHA to increase awareness, minimize and prevent, when possible, the exposure of employees to disease-causing microorganisms transmitted through human blood or OPIM.
• Hazardous Communication or Right to Know - OSHA required training for proper handling, storage, mixture, and disposal of chemicals and compounds. Training includes reading and using Material Safety Data Sheets for hazardous materials within functional work area.
• Personal Protective Equipment (position specific) - District required training for position specific equipment and operating procedures. Required for all employees upon initial hire and periodically for refresher training or new developments.
• Other - Other position specific training may be required. Examples of this type of training are fall prevention, asbestos, lockout/tagout, and back prevention training. Supervisors will schedule this type of training with the individual employee. Training is documented in the District Master Training Record.

1. Safety Officer or Safety Team: Quarterly inspection of fixed facilities and shops.

2. Principals and Directors: Periodic inspection of his/her area of responsibility. Two inspections per year is minimum. These inspections may be in conjunction with the Safety Officer or Safety Team inspections.

3. Supervisors: Monthly inspection of area of responsibility, not in conjunction with the above inspections.

4. The School District’s health and safety program will be reviewed at least annually.

5. Wyoming Workers’ Safety - Technical Assistance, private consultation services, and insurance company representatives may conduct on-site consultation and inspections, if desired and requested. These inspections will include representatives from the School District Safety Team.

1. Discuss findings with a Safety Team member and or persons responsible for creating the condition. Invite their comments, suggestions and assistance if desired.

2. Ensure recommended corrections and changes are transmitted to and discussed with the proper supervisor or person of responsibility for correction.

3. Provide a copy of the inspection checklist to the District Safety Officer, along with a statement of corrective actions taken or still required (if necessary).

4. Reference the General Safety Checklist, attached in appendix 1, for a sample of areas covered. Specific checklists will be identified and utilized for each different work area. The development of these checklists will occur over the next year.

2. Promptly, within 24 hours, report all accidents/injuries/incidents to your immediate supervisor.

3. Use eye and face protection where there is danger from flying objects or particles, (such as when grinding, chipping, burring, welding, etc.) or from hazardous chemical splashes.

4. Dress properly. Wear appropriate work clothes, gloves, and shoes or boots (Personal Protective Equipment-PPE). Loose clothing shall not be worn.

5. Operate machines or other equipment only when all guards and safety devices are in place and in proper operating condition.

6. Keep all equipment in safe working condition. Never use defective tools or equipment. Report any defective tools or equipment to your immediate supervisor.

7. Properly care for and be responsible for all PPE. Wear or use any such PPE when required.

8. Lockout, tagout, or disconnect power on any equipment or machines before any maintenance, unjamming, and adjustments are made.

9. Do not leave materials in aisles, walkways, stairways, work areas, or other points of egress.

12.Compliance with all governmental regulations or rules and all district safety rules in the following sections is required.

1. Proper housekeeping is the foundation for a safe work environment. It definitely helps prevent accidents and fires, as well as creating a professional appearance in the work area.

2. All work areas, floors, aisles, and stairways will be kept clean and orderly, and free of tripping and slipping hazards. Oils, greases, and other liquids will be immediately cleaned up if spilled.

3. Combustible scrap, debris, and garbage shall be removed from the work area at frequent and regular intervals.

4. Stairways, walkways, exit doors, in front of electrical panels, or access to fire fighting equipment will be kept clear of materials, supplies, trash, and other debris.

6. Absolutely NO combustible material will be hung from light fixtures. Materials may be hung or displayed on wall space. However, only 25% of the available wall space in any given room may be covered.

7. All portable fire extinguishers will be conspicuously located, accessible, and maintained in operating condition. Portable fire extinguishers will receive an annual service check and a monthly visual inspection. These will be documented on the tag on the extinguisher or other form.

8. All employees must know the location of fire fighting equipment in the work area and have knowledge of its use and application.

9. Exits will be marked as such by a readily visible sign. Other doors likely to be mistaken for an exit will be marked as to their character or "Not an Exit".

10.Only approved safety cans shall be used for handling or storing flammable liquids in quantities greater than one gallon. For one or less gallons, only the original container, or a safety can, will be used.

11.When heat-producing equipment is used, the work area must be kept clear of all fire hazards and all sources of potential fires will be eliminated.

12.Fire extinguishers will be available at all times when utilizing heat-producing equipment.

1. Employees exposed to noise levels above the permissible noise level will be included into the hearing conservation program. Hazardous noise areas will be posted and hearing protection worn in those areas as required. The threshold limit of 85 decibels for an eight-hour day is used for determination. Hearing protection will be provided as PPE for those employees who are in the hearing conservation program.

2. Employees exposed to harmful gases, fumes, dust, and similar airborne hazards will be furnished protection through proper ventilation or personal respiratory equipment.

3. Any demolition, renovation, or self-help work will be assessed for lead exposure. Particularly if drywall, any painted surfaces, abrasive blasting and grinding are involved. Other potential for asbestos exposure from these conditions exists and will be tested if applicable. Where there is a potential for lead exposure, the district will conduct initial site assessments to determine the presence of lead. Where the employee is working in the presence of lead, administrative and work practice shall be implemented to keep lead below the action level of 30 micrograms per cubic meter of air. Monitoring assessment will be conducted as needed to substantiate and comply with the threshold limit.

1. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shields will be worn in those areas where there is a reasonable probability of injury to the eye from flying particles or other types of eye hazards. Supervisor will identify eye hazard areas and post them.

2. Hard hats and steel toed safety work boots/shoes must be worn by all employees at all times where required.

3. Appropriate gloves, aprons, goggles, and boots will be used when necessary for protection against acids, cleaning solvents and other chemicals which could injure the employee.

4. Respiratory equipment in many cases is needed for protection against toxic and hazardous fumes or dusts. Supervisors must verify which equipment meets the need for breathing safety. Only MSHA/NIOSH approved equipment will be used.

5. The use of safety harnesses, belts, and lanyards are required when working more than ten feet above a floor or ground level and there are no guardrails or other form of fall protection, and on certain suspended scaffolds. Each employee will be on a separate safety line, and this line will be adjusted so that the employee cannot fall more than six feet.

6. Employees regularly lifting containers, boxes, or other items over 50 pounds will use a back brace. Properly lifting procedures and techniques will be utilized for every lift.

1. Live electrical parts shall be guarded against accidental contact by cabinets, enclosures, location, or guarding. Open circuit breaker openings or knock out holes, broken receptacles or switches, missing covering plates, etc., will be reported to supervisors for repair or replacement.

2. Working and clear space around electric equipment and distribution boxes will be kept clear and assessable.

3. Circuit breakers, switch boxes, etc., will be legibly marked to indicate its purpose.

4. All extension cords and electric powered tools (except double insulated) will be grounded. If an extension cord is frayed, it will be tagged and repaired if repairable. If a damaged cord cannot be repaired with a reasonable assurance of continued safe usage, the cord will be disposed of and replaced. Ground prongs will not be removed. Cords and strain relief devices will be in good condition.

5. Extension cords and other flexible cords will not be used in lieu of permanent wiring and receptacles. Cords will not be run through holes in doors, walls, windows, nor will they be fastened to walls, poles, equipment, etc.

6. All lamps below seven feet used for general illumination will have the bulbs protected against breakage.

1. All flywheels, shafting, pulleys, belts, gears, sprockets, chains, and fan blades will be guarded or enclosed when located below seven feet above the floor or work platform.

2. Guards installed on machinery and equipment, such as air compressors, conveyors, drill presses, etc., will not be removed when operating. Guards removed for servicing or other work on the machine or equipment will be immediately replaced upon completion of the work.

3. Woodworking equipment, such as power saws, radial arm saws, table saws, or portable abrasive grinders, will not be operated unless all required guards are in place. Featherboards and pushboards will be used when necessary.

1. Ladders will be inspected periodically to identify defects or potential unsafe conditions. Those ladders that have developed defects will be removed from service, and repaired or replaced. They will be tagged or marked as such.

2. Portable ladders will be placed as to prevent slipping, or if used on other than stable, level, and dry surfaces, will be tied off or held. A simple rule for setting up a ladder at the proper angle is to place the base from the vertical wall equal to one-fourth the working length of the ladder.

3. Portable ladders will extend at least three feet above the upper level to which the ladder is used to gain access.

1. Only approved safety cans, original containers, or portable tanks will be used to store flammable or combustible liquids.

2. Above ground storage tanks will be separated from each other by a minimum of three feet of 1/6 the sum of their diameters. Dikes or drainage to prevent accidental discharge from reaching adjoining property or waterways will be provided.

3. No more then 25 gallons of Class IA and 120 gallons of class IB, IC, or III liquids may be stored outside a storage cabinet or an inside storage room.

4. An emergency shut off switch located 15-75 feet from the pumps and a fire extinguisher will be provided at company fuel servicing areas.

1. Combustible material will be cleared for a radius of 35 feet from the area around cutting or welding operations. If the combustible material cannot be cleared or the work cannot be moved, then the welding or cutting will not be done.

2. Welding helmets and goggles will be worn for eye protection and to prevent flash burns. Eye protection will be worn to guard against slag while chipping, grinding and dressing of welds.

3. Cables, leads, hoses, and connections will be placed so that there are no fire or tripping hazards. Cables will not be wrapped around the welder’s body.

4. Oxygen cylinders will be stored at least 20 feet from fuel gas cylinders, or separated by a noncombustible firewall with a one-half hour rating at least five high.

6. All gas cylinders shall have their contents clearly marked on the outside of each cylinder.

7. Cylinders must be transported, stored, and secured in an upright position. They will never be left laying on the ground or floor, nor used as rollers or supports.

8. Oxygen cylinders and fittings will be kept away from oil or grease. Oxygen cylinders will be stored at least 20 feet from any fuel gas cylinder, or separated by a fire barrier at least five feet high.

9. When cylinders are hoisted, they will be secured in a cradle, sling-board, or pallet. Valve protection caps will not be used for lifting cylinders from one vertical level to another.

1. Take special precautions when using power tools. Defective tools will be removed from service and identified with the defect and action needed.

2. Power tools will be turned off and motion stopped before setting the tool down.

3. Tools will be disconnected from power sources before changing drills, blades, or bits, or attempting repair or adjustment. Never leave a running tool unattended.

4. Power saws, table saws, and radial arm saws will have operational blade guards installed and used.

5. Portable abrasive sidewinder grinders will have guards installed covering the upper and back portions of the abrasive wheel. Wheel speed ratings will never be less than the grinder RPM speed.

6. Pedestal grinders will be permanently mounted, tool rests installed and adjusted to within 1/8 inch of the wheel, tongue guards installed and adjusted to within ¼ inch of the wheel, and side spindle or nut guards installed.

7. Air compressor receivers will be drained frequently to prevent buildup of water in the tank.

8. Compressed air will not be used for cleaning purposes except when pressure is reduced to less than 30 psi by regulating or use of a safety nozzle, and then only with effective chip guarding and proper personal protective equipment.

9. Any employee-furnished tools of any nature must meet all Wyoming Workers’ Safety and ANSI requirements.

1. All open sided floors and platforms four feet or more above adjacent floor or ground level be guarded by a standard railing (top and mid rail, toeboard if required).

2. All stairways of four or more risers will be guarded by a handrail, or stairrails on the open side. Handrails or stairrails will be provided on both sides if the stairs are more than 44 inches wide.

3. When a hole or floor opening is created during a work activity, a cover or a barricade must be installed immediately.

4. Safety harnesses, belts, lanyards, lines, and lifelines may be used in lieu of other fall protection systems to provide the required fall protection.

5. Adjustment of lanyards must provide for not more than a six-foot fall, and all tie off points must be at least waist high.

6. Standard guardrails (consisting of toprail, midrail, and toeboard) will be installed on all open sides and ends of platforms more than ten feet above the ground or floor.

7. Planking will be laid tight, overlap at least 12 inches, and extend over end supports 6-12 inches.

8. Mobile scaffolds will be erected no more than a maximum height of four times their minimum base dimension.

1. All cranes and hoists will be inspected prior to each use and during use to make sure it is in a safe operating condition. A monthly inspection of hooks, running ropes, and hoist chains will be made and a certification record to include date, inspector signature, and item identifier will be maintained by the facility owning the equipment.

2. The rated load of the crane or hoist will be plainly marked on each side of the equipment. If the crane has more than one hoisting unit, each rating will be marked on the unit or its load block. If no rated load is on the unit, the unit is deemed unsafe and immediately removed from service until the crane can be load rated and tested.

3. Loads will never be swung over the heads of employees or students in the area.

4. Loads, booms, and rigging will be kept at least 10 feet of energized electrical lines rated 50 KV or lower unless the lines are de-energized. For lines rated greater than 50 KV, follow Wyoming Workers’ Safety health and safety rules and regulations.

5. Job or shop hooks or other makeshift fasteners using bolts, wire, etc., will not be used.

6. All slings will be inspected each day before use. Damaged or defective slings will be immediately removed from service.

7. Alloy steel chain slings, metal mesh slings, and synthetic web slings will have permanently affixed identification, markings, or coding to show rated capacities.

1. Precautions for all human blood and other potentially infections materials (OPIM) will be followed according to the District’s current exposure control plan - reference file GBE-1/JHCC-1.

2. Universal precautions will be followed for all care and clean up of bodily fluids. The use of PPE, gloves, is mandatory in each clean-up situation.

3. All exposures must be reported immediately to the Principal, Director, Supervisor, or Safety Officer. The current post exposure incident procedure will be followed in each exposure situation. Reference Appendix F; JHCC-1-E-6.

4. Hepatitis B vaccine (HBV) will be provided to at-risk employees as determined by the Superintendent of Schools or designee.

5. The superintendent or designee is responsible for conducting annual Bloodborne Pathogen and OPIM training. Directors, Principals, or any person having supervisory responsibility are responsible for initial entry training for employees where occupational exposure may occur.

1. Only trained employees will service large truck wheels. A cage or other restraining device plus an airline assembly consisting of a clip-on chuck, gauge, and hose will be used to inflate tires.

2. Only trained employees will operate aerial lifts (cherry pickers, etc.). A body belt or harness will be worn and a lanyard attached to the boom or basket when working form an aerial lift.