Physical Plant Safety Manual

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PHYSICALPLANT

SAFETYMANUAL

Introduction to SafetyGeneral Work HabitsClothing & PersonalProtective Equipment

ork Area Housekeeping

Updated January, 2007

Accident prevention and efficient production go hand-in-hand. The Physical PlantServices management considers no phase of operation or administration as being ofgreater importance than accident prevention. All levels of management and allemployees have a primary responsibility for the safety and well-being of all employeesand students.

It is the policy of Physical Plant Services to strive to provide and maintain safe and healthfulworking conditions and to follow operating practices that will safeguard our employees,faculty, staff, students and visitors at Oklahoma State University.

AsbestosHand & Power ToolsEquipment & MachineryTag-Out ProcedureFire Protection

eldingCompressed Gas

CylindersElectricalConstructionLadders & ScaffoldingBack SafetyLifting

ehicle Safetyork Area Safety

AwarenessEmergency ProceduresOff-the-Job SafetySafety EquipmentEmployee Statement

M E M O R A N D U MTO All Physical Plant EmployeesFROM Rick Krysiak, DirectorSUBJECT Employee Protection

The Physical Plant Administration is very proud of the Physical Plant employeesand the accident record they have achieved. Yet while a low accident severity rateexists, the accident frequency rate is an area that could be improved. Improvementscould provide less lost-time incidents, more production, better morale, and naturally,better working conditions. The desire to obtain these improvements has resulted inthe preparation and distribution of this, the Physical Plant Safety Manual.

Special thanks go to the Supervisors, the Environmental Health & SafetyDepartment, and members of the Physical Plant Administration who have providedthe input necessary to put this special manual together. Years of experience andknowledge have been combined to yield as much applicable information aspossible. It is my wish that the knowledge you gain from reading this manual willhelp provide you with a safe and healthy livelihood, both at work and at home.
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Updated April 2001

Introduction to Safety

An accident is anyunforeseen orunexpected eventthat may or maynot result in injuryor damage to

property orequipment.

Compressed Gas CylindersElectrical

ConstructionLadders & ScaffoldingBack SafetyLifting

ehicle Safety

The ultimate goal in accident prevention is "zero" disabling injuries and no lostwork-time. However, there are many barriers to achieving this goal, the mostimportant of which is the human attitude. Most people feel that "it won't happen tome" or "it couldn't happen here." You can do more to protect yourself and yourfellow worker by constantly thinking and practicing accident prevention than you

can by memorizing all of the rules, regulations, and safeguards ever written orinvented. You must THINKbefore you act.

This manual contains some practical and useful safety guidelines to serve ashabits and rules that will help you to achieve a safer attitude and a safer workenvironment.

ork Area Safety AwarenessEmergency ProceduresOff-the-Job SafetySafety EquipmentEmployee Statement

"The cautious seldom err." - Confucius

FACT: In the time it took you to read this page, about 20 Americans sufferedDISABLING injuries in accidents.
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eldingCompressed Gas CylindersElectricalConstructionLadders & ScaffoldingBack SafetyLifting

ehicle Safetyork Area Safety Awareness

Emergency ProceduresOff-the-Job SafetySafety EquipmentEmployee Statement

Updated April 2001

General Work HabitsReducing accidents means reporting to work physically and mentallyrested, prepared to perform your job safely and properly.

Always report any unsafe condition or unsafe act to your supervisor or toEnvironmental Health & Safety as soon as possible.Whenever you're performing your job, keep your mind on your work.

Always keep your temper and thoughts under control.

Report any injury to your supervisor as soon as possible.

If you are taking a prescribed drug that may have a side effect, inform

your supervisorbefore beginning the day's work.Use of illegal drugs or intoxicating beverages while at work (or reportingto work under the influence of these substances) may be cause for yourdismissal.

FACT:One of every eight hospital beds is occupied by an accident victim.


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Clothing & Personal Protective Equipment

ShoesIt is recommended that approved safety shoes be worn to protectyour feet.

Hard HatsHard hats shall be worn in all designated areas and constructionareas. Visitors are included in this requirement.Eye ProtectionProper eye protection must be worn when the nature of the

operation presents a potential eye or face injury. Examples ofthese hazards include: Flying objects, dust, hot or splashingmetals, harmful rays, caustics or acids.

GlovesAppropriate gloves and aprons shall be worn when handlinghazardous chemicals and abrasive materials. Gloves should bereplaced when the signs of wear are apparent.Respiratory Equipment

Approved respiratory equipment shall be worn when the worker isexposed to toxic chemicals or dusts, spray painting, or otherinhalation hazards.JewelryThe wearing of rings or other jewelry is not recommended on the

job, particularly if working around moving or rotating parts.

Safety equipment available at the Supply department and theTool Room is listed at the end of this manual in the chapter titledSafety Equipment.

"I never believed in wearing eye protection," he said blindly.
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Work Area HousekeepingGood Housekeeping is an essential part of every job. Work areas, aisles,walkways, and equipment shall be kept clear of loose materials, tools, andscraps.

Materials such as lumber and pipe shall be stored in an orderly and securemanner.

Spills such as grease, water, or oil shall be cleaned up as soon as possible; adelay could result in an accident to you or a fellow worker.A safe access shall be maintained to work areas. Short cuts should be avoided.Never block aisles, traffic lanes, or fire exits with equipment or materials.

"But I thought someone else would pick up those tools," he said trippingly.
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Hand & Power Tools

Always know how to properly use hand and power tools before starting theob by following operating instructions and using the proper accessories. Ifyou are unfamiliar with how a tool operates or is to be used, get the adviceand instruction of your supervisor or the Tool Room attendant asappropriate.Tools should not be used for other than their intended use.

Keep all cutting tools sharp.

Tools shall be kept in a safe condition without broken or damaged parts.

Never use tools which have burred or mushroomed heads and never carryloose tools in your pockets.

If tools or equipment are found to be faulty, report them to your supervisorand return the equipment to the Tool Room or appropriate department forrepair.

When possible, pull on a hand tool rather than push since it can slip and

cause a serious cut or bruise.

Never leave hand tools lying around loose where they may fall on someonebelow.

Non-sparking, non-magnetic tools are provided for your use in the ToolRoom. They shall be used in areas such as grain storage, sewers, steamtunnels, spray-paint booths, radar unit locations, and rooms withelectromagnets.Remember, use the right tool for the job."I never thought a chisel could be that sharp," he said cuttingly.
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Equipment & Machinery

Supervisors shall allow only properlytrained employees to operate powerequipment or machinery and shallgive proper instructions in their safeoperation.

All electrical equipment and machinery shall be properly grounded. Controlswitches shall be properly located at the point of operations best suited to controlthe equipment.You should never adjust, repair, clean, or oil machinery or equipment while any ofits parts are in motion. Use lock out switches to prevent accidental start-ups. Be

sure all of the components have stopped.See the Lockout/Tagout Manual fordetailed instructions.Always replace guards after repairs have been made.

Always perform proper maintenance on all machinery and equipment to preventpremature failure or possible accident. Have all safety guards in place whiletesting repaired equipment.

You should regularly inspect for cracks, stretching, etc. on cables, chains,clamps, hooks, and other equipment that are frequently placed under stress.Spreading, crimps, or cracks are warning signs of danger. If you feel theequipment is damaged or creating a possible hazard, report this to your

supervisor immediately.

"Reaching for something near unguarded, operating machinery never used tobother me," he said off-handedly.
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Tag-Out ProcedureA lockout device and universal "Danger" tagshall be placed on all energy-activatingdevices of machines or tools needing repair,or receiving routine maintenance.

The responsible trade should write thereason(s) the machine is not operable on thetag and sign it before placing the tag on theequipment.

Before starting maintenance or repair, theequipment should be checked to make sure allenergy has been released or disconnected.

Each trade should remove its tag after the equipment is repaired and notifyaffected personnel. When more than one trade is involved in repair ormaintenance of such equipment, a compound locking device shall be used. Eachtrade involved shall apply their own lock and personal tag.A lockout device and tag shallbe placed on the junction box ofstationary permanently-wiredequipment with the energyactivating device placed in the"off" position. Thislockout/tagout procedureshould reduce accidents causedby the unexpected start-up orrelease of energy.The equipment shall not be putback in service until after the last

trade removes its lock and tag.

Each employee should becomethoroughly familiar with OklahomaState University'sProgram ForThe Control Of Hazardous Energyand each trade's specificlockout/tagout procedures.

"Reaching for something near unguarded, operating machinery never used tobother me," he said off-handedly.
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Fire ProtectionLearning the location of fire extinguishing equipment and fire alarms in your workareas is important. Do not cover or hide fire protection equipment and fire alarmsfrom view.

Sources of ignition, such as cigarettes,matches, portable heating equipment,unguarded light bulbs, etc., are prohibited inareas where explosives, flammable liquids orgases, or other combustibles exist. (i.e., nearchemical exhaust outlets, flammable liquidstorage areas, sump pump areas, andrefueling areas)

Always obey "No Smoking" signs.

Never check for possible natural gas leaks with an open flame. Flammable liquids shall be kept inapproved safety cans for use in smallamounts and for transportation. Thesecontainers shall be clearly labeled andstored in a separate, protected area.

Refueling a small engine that is runningor is hot can be dangerous and should beavoided. Always clean up spills thatoccur during refueling before re-startingengines.

Rags that contain oils or solvents shall bekept in covered metal containers untilthey can be safety disposed of.

"I never got this big of a bang from one cigarette," he said crisply.
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Welding Safety

Welding operationsrequire that approvedeye protection,welding shields andgloves be worn.

Acetylene and oxygen tanks shall be securely fastened to a dolly or stand toprevent their falling or being knocked over. Acetylene tanks shall only be usedwhile in an upright position.

Welding and cutting operations shall be performed only by authorized personnelunder proper supervision.

Proper fire extinguishers shall be immediatelyavailable. Localized ventilation shall be usedwhen necessary.

Always use soapy water instead of matches tocheck for leaks in hoses, fittings, and valves inwelding equipment.

Proper eye protection shall be worn whenobserving welding or cutting operations, alsowhen chipping slag.

Material that has been recently welded should bemarked HOT to avoid burns.

Oxygen acetylene torch units shall be lit with proper ignition equipment and notwith matches or cigarettes.Oil in any form shall be kept away from sources of oxygen.Operations performed outside the shop shall be conducted ONLY after aninspection and an approval by the EHS Department. After the EHS Departmenthas determined that the area is safe to weld, a welding permit shall be issued for

that location, valid only for that day.

"I took off my goggles so I could see better," he said short-sightedly.


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Compressed Gas CylindersGas cylinders may contain up to3,000 psi pressure.Accidentshave occurredwhen the heads ofthese cylinders were broken off.

Valve caps must be in place oncylinders when not in use.

Storage of empty or fullcompressed gas cylinders shallinvolve the securing of everycylinder by an approved chain orwebbing. Empty and full cylindersshould be stored in separate areasor be separated by a fire wall.

Those cylinders in use shall be properly secured in an upright position and shallbe transported only on cylinder carts. A cylinder valve should be opened slowly toavoid valve damage.

He felt compelled to admit that, "After the accident, I realized it doesn't take arocket scientist to handle a gas cylinder correctly."
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Updated April 2001

Electrical SafetyIt takes very little electric current to kill--less than one-tenth of an ampere. Withgood contact, 115 volts is sufficient voltageto cause death. There have been fatalelectric shocks where voltage as low as 60to 70 volts was involved.

No electrical work should be performed"hot" when it can be done "cold."

Switches, fuses, circuit breakers, andother control devices in areas whereexplosives or other flammable liquids orgasses exist shall be the type designed foruse in these areas.

All electrical equipment should be periodically inspected.

Suitable means should be provided for identifying all electrical equipment andcircuits, especially if two or more voltages are used on the same job.

All electrical tools and equipment should be properly grounded or be of the double-insulated type.

Spliced or damaged electrical cordsshall not be used until properlyrepaired. Electrical cords on powertools and extension cords shall haveheavy-duty rubber insulation.

You should never use electrical equipment when standing in or near water. In placessuch as bathrooms, kitchens, laundries, and out-of-doors, where a person havingwet hands or standing on a wet surface is likely to touch objects that may beenergized, a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFI) shall be installed in the circuit toprevent electrical shock. Portable ground-fault circuit interrupters are available in theTool Room for use in wet environments.

All exposed electrical wires should be considered "hot" or "live" until checked by theElectrical Department. Electrical repairs or electrical installations shall be made onlyby the Electrical Department.

Standing on metal ladders or wearing metal hard hats near high voltage electricalpower can result in death or serious injury.


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Emergency Procedures

Off-the-Job SafetySafety EquipmentEmployee Statement

Updated April 2001

Construction SafetyWhen working on or near construction or renovation projects, always wear the properpersonal protective equipment, (i.e., hardhat, goggles, and gloves).

Prior to the start of construction or renovation, all areas should be inspected for thepresence ofasbestos and lead, and all sources of potentially hazardous energy inthe area should be located.Supervisors should ensure employees receive training in the proper use of tools andprotective equipment. If a respirator is required, only those employees who have had

a physical examination and fit test shall be allowed in the area.

Excavations and trenches more than four feet deep shall have proper slopingor shoring. Employees should never enter a cave-in site in an attempt torescue another worker without shoring in place. (See theOSU Trenching &

Shoring Manualfor detailed information.)

General Excavation Safety Tips: Underground utilities must be located and marked. Trenches over 4 feet deep must have a safe exit such as a ramp or ladder

within 25' of every worker. Trenches 5 feet or deeper will be inspected daily by Environmental Health &

Safety. Excavated material and other objects must be kept at least 2 feet from a

trench opening. No one works on the sides of sloped or benched excavations above other

employees unless the lower worker is protected from falling material. Station a Top Person outside the trench to detect moving ground and warn

workers to leave a trench. Any excavating under the base or footing of a foundation or wall requires a
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support system designed by a registered professional engineer.Construction or renovation projects may require the placement of barricades,guardrails, or toeboards for employee protection. If barricades are left in place atnight, adequate safety-flasher lighting is necessary.Special precautions must be taken when constructing or repairing roofs. Refer toSafety Guidelines for Roof Labor.
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PHYSICAL PLANT SAFETYMANUAL






Reviewed June 2007

Ladders and ScaffoldingAlthough there is always a risk in working on elevated areas, itis a fact that the vast majority of accidents involving laddersresult from the failure to exercise care. Proper training, as wellas routine inspections and maintenance, can substantiallyreduce the number of ladder-related injuries.

On any jobrequiring a ladder,use only approvedsturdy ladders thatyou can place on afirm base. Inspect

the ladder prior toEVERYuse. Maintainladders free of oil,grease and otherhazards. Do notuse ladders withstructural defects;properly tag with"Do Not Use" andwithdraw fromservice.

Use a ladder onlyfor the purpose forwhich it was

designed (refer to manufacturer's labeling andrecommendations). Use only non-conductive side rails aroundlive electrical equipment. Wear protective clothing and rubber-soled shoes.Carry ladders parallel to the ground. Tie ladders down securelywhen transporting.Barricade traffic areas in the vicinity of ladder use, and lock,

barricade or guard doorways in which a ladder is placed. Keepthe area around the top and bottom of the ladderclear. Whenever possible, angle out the base one-fourth of theladder's working length. The ladder should reach at least threefeet above the landing.Extension ladders shall be kept from slipping or tipping by tyingoff the ladder at the top and securing the ladder at thebottom. Portable ladders in use shall be tied, blocked orotherwise secured to prevent their being displaced.Face the ladder while climbing and use both hands. Liftequipment and materials with a rope specifically for thatpurpose--don't carry the equipment up a ladder with onehand. Carry smaller tools in pouches around the waist.Never stand on the top two steps of any ladder or the top cap of
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a step ladder. This could cause you to become off-balanceresulting in a fall. Do not stand on the back crossbracing. Always maintain at least three points of contact withthe ladder (2 feet and 1 hand, or 2 hands and 1 foot should be incontact with the ladder at all times). Do not over-extendsideways; use the belt buckle rule: Keep your belt bucklepositioned between the side rails at all times--this will maintainyour center of gravity in the proper position. Do not move, shift,or extend the ladder while you are standing on it. Never walk aladder.Do not load the ladder beyond its maximum intendedload. Never allow more than one worker on theladder at a time.Scaffolding should be used if solid footing or a safe ladder isnot available. Caster brakes should be set before an employeegets on a scaffold. If no brakes are available, another employeeshould be in position to secure the scaffold.Scaffolding shall be secured atintervals of 15 feet to a solid

support. Securing will be bywire, cable, chain or rope.Ladders, boxes, etc. should notbe set on scafolds to increaseworking heights.Scaffolds should not be movedwith employee(s) or materials on the scaffold. Scaffolding shallnot be moved until its height is reduced below 15 feet. Sufficienthelp shall be used to move the scaffold. A "watcher" shall beposted to watch for overhead obstructions as well as holes, etc.,at ground level.Guard rails and toe boards are required on any scaffold overfive feet high.Flooring shall be solid from side-to-side and secured in placewith cleats.It is your responsibility to keep all tools and materials away formthe edges of the scaffold and paltform openings.Scaffolding over 50 feet high shall be inspected by theEnvironmental Health & Safety Department.


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PHYSICAL PLANT SAFETY

MANUAL






Updated July 2002

Back SafetyAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than onemillion workers suffer back injuries each year, and back injuriesaccount for one of every five workplace injuries.

The amount of force placedon your back under certainconditions can besurprising. Anytime youbend or lean over to picksomething up withoutbending your knees, you put

tremendous pressure onyour lower back.

Think of your back as a lever. With the fulcrum in thecenter of the lever, it only takes ten pounds of pressure tolift a ten pound object.

However, if you shiftthe fulcrum to oneside, it takes muchmore force to lift thesame object. Yourwaist actually actslike the fulcrum in alever system, and itis not centered. Infact, it operates on a10:1 ratio. Lifting aten pound objectactually puts 100pounds of pressureon your lower back.

When you add in the 105 pounds of the average humanupper torso, you see that lifting a ten pound object actually

puts 1,150 pounds of pressure on the lower back. Given these figures, it is easy to see how repetitive lifing andbending can quickly cause back problems. Even leaningforward while sitting at a desk or table can eventually lead toback-related problems.Avoid Lifting and Bending Whenever You Can!
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