Why Me?
ASC will provide a
safe work
environment.
Employees will
work safely
Class K: Kitchen grease and oil
Cuts
Knives
Ouch!
Don’t Go There
This is a meat slicer.
Your hands
are meat.
Get it?
•Note which way your body is meant to move
•Pain or discomfort means something is not right
•Break up and share repetitive tasks
•Micro-breaks – change tasks often
•Break large loads into lighter loads
•Hug loads close to your body
•Use good sitting and computer posture
•Raise work surface as needed
•Don’t twist or reach too far
•Don’t work over your head
•Maintain good health and weight
•Exercise regularly as advised by doctor
•Stretch properly to increase flexibility
•Posture in chair or car / bus / train
•Use brain first, then muscles
TAKE SAFETY
TO NEW HEIGHTS
P rotect from further injury
R est the area to allow healing
I ce the first 2-3 days, then gentle heat
C empress – reduce swelling
E levate – above the heart
Automated External Defibrillator
•Fire/Police – 2111
•Medical Emergency – 4111
•Campus Blue Lights
•County 911 –
will take longer to respond
Driving Safety
Motor vehicles are statistically the most deadly
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equipment used at work
Less experienced drivers
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Heavy pedestrian traffic
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Sidewalk driving
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Driving Safety
Be aware of your surroundings
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Adjust for weather & road conditions
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Avoid backing up or use spotter
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Don’t take risks
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100% alert – no alcohol/meds
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Daily Check
Tires inflated
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Lights working & clear
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Windshield & windows clean
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Mirrors adjusted for your use
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Body damage
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Brakes/operational issues
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•Carcinogenic
•Corrosive
•Irritant
•Sensitizer
•Highly Toxic
Eyes
Mouth
(ingestion/inhalation)
Nose
(inhalation)
Skin
(Absorption)
Injury can be
immediate or
over time
(duration x
amount)
7
4 – Deadly - even smallest
exposure can be lethal
3 – Extreme Danger –
serious injury will likely result
2 – Dangerous – Temporary
or minor injury may result
1 – Slight hazard – irritation
or minor reversible injury
0 – No hazard
4 – Highly Flammable- gas or
liquid - <73’
3 – Flammable– can ignite
under normal temps <100’
2 – Moderately Flammable –
100’-200’
1 – Slightly Flammable– >200’
– must be heated to ignite
0 – No hazard – will not burn
under ordinary use
4 – Most Reactive – May
explode even with no heat or
pressure changes
3 – Extremely Reactive– Slight
heat or pressure may explode
2 – Moderately Reactive –
Strong heat or pressure will
explode
1 – Slightly Reactive– Intense
heat or pressure required to
react
0 – Not Reactive (stable)
Precautionary
measures and
personal
protective
equipment (PPE)
required (if any)
•Read and follow label instructions
•Never mix chemicals unless directed on the label
•Keep containers closed when not in use
•Store and use chemicals only in proper and labeled
containers
•Store chemicals in proper location – away from food
•Wash hands after using chemicals
•No eating or drinking while using chemicals
•Provide ventilation as necessary
Violence At Work
Verbal Abuse
•Throwing things
•Threats
•Destruction
•Rape/Assault
•Suicide
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Weapon use
•Stalking
•Arson/Bombs
•Kidnapping
•Robbery
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Who Commits Violence
History of violence – including domestic/animal
Substance abuse
Fascination with weapons
Low self esteem
Poor work performance
Escalating behavior
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Warning Signs
Escalating behaviors: voice, throwing, slamming, punching
•Threats
•Nervous pacing or loitering
•Irrational or nonsensical talk
•Change in personal habits/behaviors
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De-escalating the Situation
Remain calm and in control
•Don’t raise voice to match theirs
•Call for supervisor, manager, or UPD
•Do not isolate yourself with the person, but
remove an audience
•Watch body language
•Walk away if it continues to escalate
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If Violence Breaks Out
Leave the area – don’t be a hero
•Call UPD – 2111 or 911
Or Blue Light phone
•Give the person whatever they want
– money, food, car…..except people.
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Prevention
Advise manager of restraining orders or
possible stalking
•Be aware of behavior around you – JDLR
•Don’t walk alone at night
•Know blue light locations along your route
•Avoid isolated areas
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Take Care Of You
Observe and manage your mental
and emotional health just as your
physical health.
•Be aware of “triggers” that heat
you up.
•Asking for help is a sign of
wisdom, not weakness.
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