[PP 03/04/2018-03/17/2018] Lifting/Carrying/MH Lifting/Walking CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR, 7291 (Specifications) Physical Requirements: Strength to perform average lifting up to 15 pounds and occasionally over 25 pounds; body agility and equilibrium involved in activities such as climbing and balancing; back and leg coordination involved in activities such as stooping, kneeling, ladder climbing, and crouching; good speaking and hearing ability; and good eyesight. Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of the positions in this class. Such determination must be made on an individual basis in light of the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the appointing authority's ability to effect reasonable accommodations to the person's imitations. Plan Your Move Size up the load and make sure your path is clear. Plan Your Move Do not attempt to lift the load alone if it is too heavy or awkward. GET HELP! Avoid lifting more than 30% of your body weight Principles of Lifting Have feet shoulder width apart Get a firm grip on the load. Keep the load close to your body Use your thigh and leg muscles Principles of Lifting Keep your arms and elbows close to your side. Bend knees and hips & keep back straight. Pivot with your feet Don t twist your back when carrying loads TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 1 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
6 TIPS TO HELP PREVENT SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS It s probably happened to most of us. That momentary lapse of attention, thinking about a personal problem or distraction by an activity that ends in a slip, trip or fall; a stumble down a stairway, a trip over an uneven surface or stepping into a hole. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, slips, trips and falls make up the majority of general industry accidents, which account for: 15% of all accidental deaths/year, the second-leading cause behind motor vehicles About 25% of all reported injury claims per fiscal year > 95 million lost work days per year about 65% of all work days lost Here are six guidelines to help you create a safer working environment. 1. Create Good Housekeeping Practices Good housekeeping is critical. Safety and housekeeping go hand in hand. If your facility s housekeeping habits are poor, the result may be a higher incidence of employee injuries, ever-increasing insurance costs and regulatory citations. 2. Reduce Wet or Slippery Surfaces Walking surfaces account for a significant portion of injuries reported by state agencies. The most frequently reported types of surfaces where these injuries occur include: Parking lots TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 2 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
Sidewalks (or lack thereof) Food preparation areas Floors in general Construction sites are inherently areas that have wet slippery areas. Special care should always be exercised. Concrete pours Sewers Hillsides Bypass pumps Treatment plants R-O-W during rainy days Indoor control measures can help reduce the incidence of slips and falls: Use moisture-absorbent mats with beveled edges in entrance areas. Make sure they have backing material that will not slide on the floor. Display Wet Floor signs as needed. Use anti-skid adhesive tape in troublesome areas. Clean up spills immediately. Create a procedure for taking the appropriate action when someone causes or comes across a food or drink spill. Use proper area rugs or mats for food preparation areas. 3. Avoid Creating Obstacles in Aisles and Walkways Injuries can also result from trips caused by obstacles, clutter, materials and equipment in aisles, corridors, entranceways and stairwells. Keep all work areas, passageways, storerooms and service areas clean and orderly. Avoid stringing cords, cables or air hoses across hallways or in any designated aisle. TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 3 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
In office areas, avoid leaving boxes, files or briefcases in the aisles. Encourage safe work practices, such as closing file cabinet drawers after use and picking up loose items from the floor. Conduct periodic inspections for slip and trip hazards. 4. Create and Maintain Proper Lighting Poor lighting in the workplace is associated with an increase in accidents. 5. Wear Proper Shoes The shoes we wear can play a big part in preventing falls and are a critical component of PPE. The slickness of the soles and the type of heels worn need to be evaluated to avoid slips, trips and falls. Shoelaces need to be tied correctly. Whenever a fall-related injury is investigated, the footwear needs to be evaluated to see if it contributed to the incident. Employees are expected to wear footwear appropriate for the duties of their work task. 6. Control Individual Behavior This condition is the toughest to control. It s human nature to let our guard down temporarily and be distracted by random thoughts or doing multiple activities. Being in a hurry will result in walking too fast or running, which increases the chances of a slip, trip or fall. Taking shortcuts, not watching where one is going, using a cell phone, carrying materials which obstruct the vision, wearing sunglasses in low-light areas, not using designated walkways and speed are common factors in many onthe-job injuries. It s ultimately up to each individual to plan, stay alert and pay attention. TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 4 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
ℵ Removing a manhole cover involves a great deal of force that can affect the shoulders, knees or back. ℵ Careful consideration should be given to not only the tools that are used to remove manhole covers, but also the body mechanics employed while using these tools. ℵ One can have the best tools for the job, but if proper body mechanics are not used, injuries can still occur. The best solution is to have the contractor assign a worker to remove and replace the cover for Administrative Controls Procedures or policy that limits work hazards 1. Reduce the weight of the object 2. Reduce the number of objects 3. Job rotation assignment 4. Create lift plans 5. Provide better training 6. Eliminate the assignment 7. Substitution 8. MOU restrictions Engineered Controls Measures taken to modify the hazards for a job (Modify, Redesign, Replace) 1. Provide lifting devices 2. Ergonomic carts and casters 3. Repackage in more convenient sizes 4. Isolation and guarding TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 5 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
[PP 03/04/2018-03/17/2018] Lifting/Carrying/MH Lifting/Walking CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR, 7291 (Specifications) Physical Requirements: Strength to perform average lifting up to 15 pounds and occasionally over 25 pounds; body agility and equilibrium involved in activities such as climbing and balancing; back and leg coordination involved in activities such as stooping, kneeling, ladder climbing, and crouching; good speaking and hearing ability; and good eyesight. Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of the positions in this class. Such determination must be made on an individual basis in light of the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the appointing authority's ability to effect reasonable accommodations to the person's imitations. Plan Your Move Size up the load and make sure your path is clear. Plan Your Move Do not attempt to lift the load alone if it is too heavy or awkward. GET HELP! Avoid lifting more than 30% of your body weight Principles of Lifting Have feet shoulder width apart Get a firm grip on the load. Keep the load close to your body Use your thigh and leg muscles Principles of Lifting Keep your arms and elbows close to your side. Bend knees and hips & keep back straight. Pivot with your feet Don t twist your back when carrying loads TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 1 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
6 TIPS TO HELP PREVENT SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS It s probably happened to most of us. That momentary lapse of attention, thinking about a personal problem or distraction by an activity that ends in a slip, trip or fall; a stumble down a stairway, a trip over an uneven surface or stepping into a hole. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, slips, trips and falls make up the majority of general industry accidents, which account for: 15% of all accidental deaths/year, the second-leading cause behind motor vehicles About 25% of all reported injury claims per fiscal year > 95 million lost work days per year about 65% of all work days lost Here are six guidelines to help you create a safer working environment. 1. Create Good Housekeeping Practices Good housekeeping is critical. Safety and housekeeping go hand in hand. If your facility s housekeeping habits are poor, the result may be a higher incidence of employee injuries, ever-increasing insurance costs and regulatory citations. 2. Reduce Wet or Slippery Surfaces Walking surfaces account for a significant portion of injuries reported by state agencies. The most frequently reported types of surfaces where these injuries occur include: Parking lots TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 2 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
Sidewalks (or lack thereof) Food preparation areas Floors in general Construction sites are inherently areas that have wet slippery areas. Special care should always be exercised. Concrete pours Sewers Hillsides Bypass pumps Treatment plants R-O-W during rainy days Indoor control measures can help reduce the incidence of slips and falls: Use moisture-absorbent mats with beveled edges in entrance areas. Make sure they have backing material that will not slide on the floor. Display Wet Floor signs as needed. Use anti-skid adhesive tape in troublesome areas. Clean up spills immediately. Create a procedure for taking the appropriate action when someone causes or comes across a food or drink spill. Use proper area rugs or mats for food preparation areas. 3. Avoid Creating Obstacles in Aisles and Walkways Injuries can also result from trips caused by obstacles, clutter, materials and equipment in aisles, corridors, entranceways and stairwells. Keep all work areas, passageways, storerooms and service areas clean and orderly. Avoid stringing cords, cables or air hoses across hallways or in any designated aisle. TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 3 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
In office areas, avoid leaving boxes, files or briefcases in the aisles. Encourage safe work practices, such as closing file cabinet drawers after use and picking up loose items from the floor. Conduct periodic inspections for slip and trip hazards. 4. Create and Maintain Proper Lighting Poor lighting in the workplace is associated with an increase in accidents. 5. Wear Proper Shoes The shoes we wear can play a big part in preventing falls and are a critical component of PPE. The slickness of the soles and the type of heels worn need to be evaluated to avoid slips, trips and falls. Shoelaces need to be tied correctly. Whenever a fall-related injury is investigated, the footwear needs to be evaluated to see if it contributed to the incident. Employees are expected to wear footwear appropriate for the duties of their work task. 6. Control Individual Behavior This condition is the toughest to control. It s human nature to let our guard down temporarily and be distracted by random thoughts or doing multiple activities. Being in a hurry will result in walking too fast or running, which increases the chances of a slip, trip or fall. Taking shortcuts, not watching where one is going, using a cell phone, carrying materials which obstruct the vision, wearing sunglasses in low-light areas, not using designated walkways and speed are common factors in many onthe-job injuries. It s ultimately up to each individual to plan, stay alert and pay attention. TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 4 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM
ℵ Removing a manhole cover involves a great deal of force that can affect the shoulders, knees or back. ℵ Careful consideration should be given to not only the tools that are used to remove manhole covers, but also the body mechanics employed while using these tools. ℵ One can have the best tools for the job, but if proper body mechanics are not used, injuries can still occur. The best solution is to have the contractor assign a worker to remove and replace the cover for Administrative Controls Procedures or policy that limits work hazards 1. Reduce the weight of the object 2. Reduce the number of objects 3. Job rotation assignment 4. Create lift plans 5. Provide better training 6. Eliminate the assignment 7. Substitution 8. MOU restrictions Engineered Controls Measures taken to modify the hazards for a job (Modify, Redesign, Replace) 1. Provide lifting devices 2. Ergonomic carts and casters 3. Repackage in more convenient sizes 4. Isolation and guarding TSM 2018-03-04 Lifting - Carrying Page 5 Created on 1/25/2017 2:14:00 PM