A Health & Safety Risk Management Tool that you can use today. Scott Norman, CIH, CSP Health & Safety Program Manager Bay West LLC

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1 A Health & Safety Risk Management Tool that you can use today Scott Norman, CIH, CSP Health & Safety Program Manager Bay West LLC

2 I m a safety geek

3 What are the hazards of your work environment? Who is watching our back?

4 Objectives Manage Risk by... Identify Recognize Evaluate Control... safety and health hazards.

5 Objectives Identify tasks Recognize hazards Evaluate risk of exposure Control the hazard Show you a tool to sort this out.

6 What are Safety Hazards?

7 Safety Hazards Tripping hazards Work at heights Overhead hazards Struck by Confined spaces Electrical Mechanical equipment Chemicals

8 What are Health Hazards

9 Health Hazards Gases/vapors Aerosols (fume, smoke, dust) Thermal (heat/cold) Radiation (UV and IR) Noise

10 What Hazards are Present?

11 Health Hazards Infectious disease Bloodborne pathogens Radiation Gases Ergonomics Chemicals Aerosols

12 Hazard Summary Physical hazards noise, heat, radiation Biological hazards blood, mold, insects, disease Ergonomic hazards repetitive lifting, awkward posture Chemical hazards corrosive, toxic, flammable, reactive Mechanical hazards machinery, moving parts, struck by Electrical hazards shock, arc flash Walking working surface hazards trip and fall Confined space Fire

13 Evaluate Is there a potential for injury? Is there a potential for illness or disease? Is the worker exposed to harmful levels? Industrial Hygiene monitoring is often necessary to quantify worker exposure

14 Evaluation Industrial Hygiene Exposure Monitoring Photo: MCSN James. R Evans US NAVY

15 Controlling Hazards

16 CDC/NIOSH

17 What controls do you see? Exhaust ventilation trunk (Engineering Control) Welding shield & gloves (Personal Protective Equipment)

18 The tool to sort this out... Job Hazard Analysis 1. ID job tasks or activity 2. ID associated hazards 3. ID necessary controls

19 Job Hazard Analysis template Task or Step Hazards Controls Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

20 What about this task? Step 1. Identify the job or task Snow Removal

21 Job hazard Analysis Task Shoveling Snow Step 2. Identify job steps Get motivated Dress for weather Gather tools Plan of attack Warm up Remove snow from walking surfaces Put tools away Decompress

22 Job Hazard Analysis Task Shoveling Snow Step 3. Identify hazards Cold Slip fall Ergonomic strain Cardiac strain

23 Job Hazard Analysis Task Shoveling Snow Step 4. Identify controls Elimination move to Miami Substitute hire the neighbor Engineering snow blower Administrative - Tools - Posture - Pace PPE - Non-slip footwear - Insulated clothing

24 Example JHA Snow Removal Task or Step Hazards Controls Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Frost bite from cold temps Wait for wind to die down Insulated clothing, hat, gloves Slip fall on ice Ice melt and grit on surface Add ice grippers to boots Get motivated Dress for weather Gather tools Plan attack & warm up Remove snow Put tools away Ergonomic strain back and shoulder Cardiac strain heart attack risk Use proper shovel Stretch and warm up Use proper body mechanics Take small shovel loads Take frequent breaks Pacing Take small shovel loads Take frequent breaks Noise from snow blower Hearing protection Fire hazard from gasoline used to fuel snow blower Allow engine to cool before filing fuel tank. Use spout or funnel to minimize spills.

25 What is your work environment?

26 Where do you work? What hazards do you face? Office Building Manufacturing Site Construction site Customer Sites

27 JHA Example Job - Customer Site Visit Task - Walk the site to evaluate storm water permit compliance Hazards Uneven surfaces Poison ivy Wood ticks Dogs/animals Heat and humidity Sunburn Cold temps and wind chill Vehicle traffic

28 Hazard Control Walking surface awareness - Eyes on path - Stay on designated walkways Sturdy Footwear High-visibility vest Schedule during cool time of the day Sunscreen / insect repellent

29 Examples Task customer site audit Hazards Controls PPE Vehicle traffic and driving risks Pre-plan route and avoid traffic when possible Drive defensively, give plenty of following distance, and doublecheck blind spots Avoid driver distractions such as cell phone use Use spotters to assist with tight turns, backing, and other areas where visibility is limited Strobe lights, 4-way flashers, cones, and signs if parked in or near a roadway High-visibility clothing if loading / unloading, or spotting while exposed to vehicle traffic High-visibility clothing

30 Examples Task Customer Site Audit Outdoor hazards (sun, heat, cold, ice, bugs, plants, animals) Install a sun shade Schedule work during ideal weather (avoid temperature extremes) Ensure rest breaks can be taken in a heated or air-conditioned building or vehicle Wear clothing appropriate for weather conditions Summer wear long, light, loose-fitting clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunscreen on exposed skin Wear insect repellent (DEET or similar) on skin, and permethrin (or similar) on clothing where ticks and biting insects are likely Wide-brim hat

31 Examples Task Cutting Trees with a Chain Saw Hazards Controls PPE Lacerations (chainsaw) Flying particles and debris while cutting with chainsaw Only competent and authorized employees may use chainsaws Wear chainsaw resistant chaps, chainsaw rated safety-toed boots, and cut resistant gloves Wear safety glasses to protect the eyes and a face shield to protect the face from flying debris, flying particles, and accidental contact with the chainsaw Cut resistant chaps Safety-toed boots with CS (chainsaw) rating Work gloves Safety glasses Face Shield Noise exposure from chainsaw, stump grinder, and other equipment use Isolate chainsaw and equipment use from other employees Keep distance from noise sources Limit time exposed to loud noise Wear ear plugs or ear muffs Ear plugs or ear muffs Vibration and stress / strain from repetitive chainsaw use Maintain a sharp blade for better blade control and smoother cut Rotate tasks between employees, change positioning, and avoid staying in the same stance (bending, kneeling, leaning, and using the same hand) for long periods of time when performing repetitive tasks Wear anti-vibration gloves Anti-vibration gloves

32 References and More Information OSHA 3071 Job Hazard Analysis National Safety Council NIOSH - CDC

33 Did we meet the Objectives? Identify tasks Recognize hazards Evaluate risk of exposure Control the hazard Show you a tool to sort this out.

34 Summary JHAs are tools to document workplace hazards Systematic thought process Applicable to any workplace JHAs can be part of worker safety training

35 Scott Norman, CIH, CSP Health & Safety Program Manager Bay West LLC Thank You!