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it is for alcohol, your breath concentration must be less than 0.02.
PENALTIES & CONSEQUENCES
The consequences for drivers who engage in prohibited substance abuse or alcohol misuse practices are outlined in Sub-part E of Part 382 and in 49 CFR, Part 383, The Commercial Driver's Licensing Standards.
These consequences for drivers and employers who violate the rules are strict.
FOR DRIVERS, violations of these rules may mean loss of income, loss of job, loss of license, referral to a substance abuse professional and subsequent counseling, and civil as well as criminal penalties including incarceration (jail time).
Subpart E states that a driver found to have engaged in prohibited conducted as outlined in Subpart B, shall not perform a safety-sensitive function until he has complied with the regulations found in Subpart F which requires referral, evaluation and/or treatment for substance abuse, and has undergone return-to-duty testing and is participating in follow-up testing as prescribed by a substance abuse professional.
FOR EMPLOYERS, violations of Part 382 can result in major fines from the DOT, the levy of an unsatisfactory rate from the DOT, possible loss of insurance and the possibility of major liability in the event of a lawsuit involving an accident where a driver under the influence of a controlled substance was involved.
Subpart E states that the employer shall not permit any driver to perform a safety-sensitive function if the driver has violated the prohibitions found in Subpart B until the driver has satisfied the provisions of referral, evaluation, and/or treatment and has received a negative return-to-duty test.
OTHER PENALTIES AND CONSEQUENCES
If a driver is found guilty by a court of law to be operating a commercial motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance, the driver is also subject to the penalty provisions outlined in 49 CFR Part 383.51, the Commercial Driver's License Standards.
These rules state that while operating a commercial motor vehicle, any driver who refuses to take a controlled substance test or has a verified positive test result will, upon conviction for first offense, lose his/her license for a period of one year. A second conviction will result in a lifetime loss of license. (If hauling hazardous material, the loss of license for first offense will be for three years. A second conviction will result in a lifetime loss of the drivers commercial drivers license).
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company policy.
For example, let's say that company policy states that if a driver is found to be under the influence of a controlled substance while operating a commercial motor vehicle as verified by a positive controlled substance test, he/she will be terminated immediately. That action is permitted under the independent authority of the employer, provided the employer has provided the driver with the company policies and procedures and the driver is informed that he/she is being terminated due to violation of company policies. In addition to these penalties, the driver is also subject to any penalties, fines or jail time imposed by local or state jurisdictions.
PART 382.605 REFERRAL, EVALUATION AND TREATMENT
This part of the regulation is very specific regarding the actions of the employer in the event a driver has a verified positive controlled substance test. It is also very specific in regards to the required actions for a driver who has had an alcohol breath test indicating an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or more.
As opposed to simply levying penalties against the driver, the regulations requires the driver to be referred to a substance abuse professional to help determine if the driver needs to undergo counseling for a substance abuse problem.
Let's look at the chain of events which are triggered if you have a verified positive controlled substance test:
1. Your employer must give you a list of resources available indicating where you can be evaluated and receive help to resolve any problems associated with substance abuse. This list must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of substance abuse professionals and counseling and treatment programs.
2. You must be evaluated by a substance abuse professional who shall determine what assistance, if any, you need to help you resolve any problems associated with substance abuse.
3. Before returning to duty you must undergo a return-to-duty controlled substance test that returns a verified negative test or an alcohol test indicating less than 0.02 alcohol concentration.
If the initial evaluation by the substance abuse professional indicated a need for assistance in resolving a substance abuse problems, you must be re-evaluated by a substance abuse professional to ensure that you have properly followed any rehabilitation program prescribed by the substance abuse professional.
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Note: Even though you may have only violated the prohibitions regarding the controlled substance use, the substance abuse professional may require that you submit to alcohol and controlled substance testing if he/she determines during the evaluation that a problem may have also existed with alcohol misuse. The substance abuse professional can require both alcohol and controlled substance testing for the return-to-duty test, as well as the follow-up tests.
The substance abuse professional may terminate the requirement for follow-up testing anytime after the six (6) tests have been administered.
The evaluation and rehabilitation may be provided by the employer if the employer has a certified substance abuse professional on staff, provided the substance abuse professional meets the requirements as outlined in the definitions section of the requirements.
The evaluation and rehabilitation may also be performed by a substance abuse professional under contract to the employer or by a substance abuse professional not affiliated with the employer.
It is the employer's responsibility to ensure that the substance abuse professional who recommends treatment for a driver, does not refer you to the substance abuse professional's private practice or to a program to which the substance abuse professional will receive remuneration.
The employer is not required by these regulations to pay for the evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation or counseling. When creating these regulations, the FHWA decided to permit the company or organization to determine who would pay for evaluation and any subsequent treatment.
These requirements for referral, evaluation and rehabilitation do not apply to applicants who refuse to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing or who have a pre-employment drug or alcohol test with a verified positive result.
WHERE TO FIND HELP
Many companies have an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Check with your supervisor to see if such a program is available through the company.
Many company-sponsored health insurance programs, as well as some private health insurance programs pay for treatment of substance abuse or alcohol abuse.
If you think that you, or a co-worker may have a substance abuse or alcohol misuse problem, please seek help.
HELP IS AS CLOSE AS YOUR TELEPHONE.
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To find the name and number of a treatment program available in your community, look in the YELLOW PAGES under the heading of Alcoholism, Counseling, Drug Rehabilitation or Substance Abuse. Or, you can contact one of the following agencies who will be able to refer you to a substance abuse professional:
National Institute on Drug Abuse:
Or
National Institute on Alcoholism:
1-800-662-4357
1-800-622-4357
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WORKPLACE ANTI-VIOLENCE POLICY
As a company, Celebrity Coaches of America, Inc. is firmly committed to providing a workplace that is free from acts of violence or threats of violence. Although some kinds of violence result from social problems that are beyond our control, we believe that measures can be adopted to increase protection for employees and to provide a secure workplace. In keeping with this commitment, Express Transportation Services, has established a strict policy that prohibits any employee from threatening to commit or committing any act of violence in the workplace, while on duty, while on related business, or while operating any vehicle or other equipment owned or leased by . This policy applies to all employees, elected/appointed officials, and volunteers.
Violence or threats of violence on the part of customers, vendors, suppliers and the like also will not be tolerated and should be immediately reported to the Safety Officer so that appropriate responsive measures may be taken
In order to achieve the goal of providing a workplace that is secure and free from violence, must enlist the support of all its employees. Compliance with this policy and Express Transportation Services’s commitment to a “zero tolerance” policy with respect to workplace violence is every employee’s responsibility.
Employees are required to report any incident involving any act of violence, threat of violence, or perceived act or threat of violence immediately to the Safety Officer. When the employee contacts the Safety Officer, the Safety Officer must report the matter immediately to the Express Transportation Services, which will investigate the matter and take appropriate corrective action. This may include recommending the imposition of disciplinary action upon any employee who violates this policy, up to and possibly including immediate termination. In addition, Express Transportation Services should take appropriate measures to address the violence, including but not limited to contacting local law enforcement.
If employees become aware of any workplace security hazards or can identify methods of increasing security in the workplace, they should report that information to the Safety Officer and to the Express Transportation Services as well. Employees are require to report violations of this policy, including any incidents involving actual, threatened, or perceived violence. They may do so with fear of retaliation of any kind.
If you have any questions concerning this policy, please feel free to contact offices at your convenience.
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Housekeeping
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HOUSEKEEPING
Express Transportation Services employees will at all times keep all debris clear from work areas, passageways, stairs and in and around buildings or other structures. The following will be performed to ensure a safe work environment:
1. Continuous policing of all work areas.
2. Daily and regular clean up and waste disposal of non-regulated material.
3. Assignment of personnel to regular clean-up duties and responsibilities.
4. Segregation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
5. Documented legal disposal of debris.
6. Leads, hoses, and extension cords will be hung up with a nonconductive material, off all floors, stairways, and walkways.
7. Trash such as drinking cups, cans and scraps from lunch are not to be thrown down, but disposed of properly in marked containers. No food products are allowed in work station areas.
8. Available material, equipment, etc., are to be orderly stacked out of walkways and from in front of doors, stairways, and ladders.
9. Oil, grease, and other such liquid spills shall be cleaned up at the time of spill and are not to be left unattended.
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MATERIAL HANDLING
1. An employee shall obtain assistance in lifting heavy objects or power equipment shall be used. Back belts or back braces shall be used as required.
2. When two or more persons carry a heavy object that is to be lowered or dropped, there shall be a prearranged signal for releasing the load.
3. When two or more persons are carrying an object, each employee, if possible, should face the direction in which the object is being carried. The right way to lift is easiest and safest. Crouch or squat with the feet close to the object to be lifted, secure good footing, take a firm grip, bend the knees, keep the back vertical, and lift by bending at the knees and using the leg and thigh muscles. Employees shall not attempt to lift beyond their capacity. (Caution shall be taken when lifting or pulling in an awkward position.)
4. Employees should avoid twisting or excessive bending when lifting or setting down loads.
5. When moving a load horizontally, employees should push the load rather than pull it.
6. When performing a task that requires repetitive lifting, the load should be positioned to limit bending and twisting. The use of lift tables, pallets, and mechanical devices should be considered.
7. When using such tools as screwdrivers and wrenches, employees should avoid using their wrists in a vent (flexed), extended, or twisted position for long periods of time.
Employees should maintain their wrists in a neutral (straight) position.
8. When gripping, grasping, or lifting an object such as a pipe or board, the whole hand and all the fingers should be used. Gripping, grasping, and lifting with just the thumb and index finger should be avoided.
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EXPOSURE CONTROL
Express Transportation Services has the responsibility to provide a safe and healthy workplace to all employees. The Exposure Control Program was designed to protect employees from exposure to infection, including but not limited to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Hepatitis B Virus (HBV).
This program applies to all Express Transportation Services employees who, at the workplace, have the potential for becoming exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens. (Name) will be the administrator of the Exposure Control Program. The Administrator will be responsible for determining exposure hazards, in the workplace, training of employees, administering the HBV vaccination program and maintaining the proper documentation. The Administrator will review and update the plan, at least annually and whenever necessary to reflect modified processes or tasks which may introduce new exposure hazards.
1. DEFINITIONS:
1. Blood - means human blood, human blood components and products made from human blood.
Other potentially infectious materials - refers to human body fluids including, semen, vaginal secretions, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, pleural fluid, pericardial fluid, peritoneal fluid, amniotic fluid, saliva in dental procedures, any body fluid that is visibly contaminated with blood, and all body fluids in situations where it is difficult or impossible to differentiate between body fluids. This definition also refers to any unfixed tissue or organ (other than intact skin) from a human (living or dead); and HIV-containing cell or tissue cultures, organ cultures, and HIV or HBV-containing culture medium or other solutions; and blood, organs, or other tissues from experimental animals infected with HIV or HBV.
Bloodborne Pathogen - means the presence or reasonable anticipated presence of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an item or a surface.
Contaminated - means the presence or reasonable anticipated presence of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an item or a surface.
Decontamination - means the use of physical or chemical means to remove, inactivate or destroy Bloodborne Pathogens on an item or surface to the point where they are no longer capable of transmitting infectious particles and the surface or item is rendered safe for handling, use or disposal.
Universal Precautions - refers to all employees treating blood or other body fluids, as if they contain Bloodborne Pathogens.
Engineering Controls - means controls; e.g., sharps disposal containers, selfsheathing needles, brooms and dustpans, etc. that isolate or remove the Bloodborne Pathogens hazard from the workplace.
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1. Work Practice Controls - refers to controls that reduce the likelihood of exposure by altering the manner in which a task is performed; e.g., using a broom and dustpan to pick up broken glass, contaminated with blood, or other potentially infectious materials.
Regulated Waste - means liquid or semi-liquid blood or other potentially infectious material; contaminated items that would release blood or other potentially infectious materials in a liquid or semi-liquid state if compressed; items that are caked with dried blood or other potentially infectious material and are capable of releasing these materials during handling; contaminated sharps, and pathological and microbiological wastes containing blood or other potentially infectious materials.
Exposure Control Plan - each employer who would have an employee(s) with occupational exposures to Bloodborne Pathogens must have a written Exposure Control Plan.
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2. EXPOSURE CONTROL PLAN: Express Transportation Services=s written plan consists of the following:
1. All occupations and the employees performing those occupations have been evaluated as to the potential for employees to become exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens. Those employees and occupations who might become exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens are defined, as follows:
2. 3.
This listing is created without regard to the use of personal protective equipment.
These employees and employees working within these occupations will be involved in Express Transportation Services=s Exposure Control Program. This written program will be available to all employees, for review, at their request.
3. TRAINING:
1. All employees who may be occupationally exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens, will be given training, upon hire or at the time of initial assessment of potential exposure and annually, thereafter. Training will also be provided whenever a new exposure potential is found. This training will be provided at no cost to the employee and will be given during working hours.
2. The training program will consist of the following:
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1. The location of Express Transportation Services=s written Exposure Control Plan and a copy of the regulatory text of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, for viewing by employees.
An explanation of the contents of the standard.
A general explanation of the epidemiology and symptoms of Bloodborne diseases.
An explanation of the employers exposure control plan and the means of which the employee can obtain a copy.
An explanation of the use and limitations of methods that will prevent or reduce exposure, including the use of Universal Precautions, engineering controls, work practices and personal protective equipment.
Information on the types, proper use, location, removal, handling, decontamination and disposal of personal protective equipment. How PPE is selected, distributed and used.
Information on the hepatitis B vaccine, including information on its efficacy, safety, method of administration, and the benefits of being vaccinated.
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That the vaccination will be given at no cost to the employee.
The employee has the right to deny being vaccinated, but must sign a denial.
8. Information on the appropriate actions to take and persons to contact in the event of an exposure incident.
An explanation of the procedure to follow if an exposure event occurs, including the method of reporting the incident and the medical follow-up that will be made available.
Information on the post-exposure evaluation and follow-up that the Company is required to provide for the employee following the exposure event.
An explanation of the signs and labels and color coding of signs and disposal containers.
An opportunity for interactive questions and answers with the person conducting the training session.
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4. TRAINING RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS:
1. Training records will include the following:
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The dates of the training sessions
The contents or summary of the training session.
The names and qualifications of person conducting the training.
The names and job titles of all persons attending the training sessions.
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These training records will be made available to employees, at their request or upon receipt of a written authorization of the employee to release the records to another individual or Division of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH) representative.
2. 5. OTHER RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS:
1. Express Transportation Services will keep accurate records relative to the Bloodborne Pathogens standard. Requirements include:
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The name and social security number of the employees.
A copy of the employee’s hepatitis B vaccination status including the dates of all hepatitis B vaccinations and any medical records relative to the employee’s ability to receive the vaccination.
If the employee denies vaccination, the signed denial must be kept in the record.
A copy of all results of examinations, medical testing and follow-up procedures.
The employer’s copy of the Healthcare Professional’s written opinion.
3. 4.
5. 2. These records will be kept in strict confidence and will not be released to any individual without the written consent of the employee. The records will be kept, on file, for the duration of employment plus 30 years, minimum.
6. METHODS OF COMPLIANCE:
1. Universal Precautions shall be observed to prevent contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials. When differentiation of body fluids is improbable or impossible, all body fluids shall be treated as if known to contain Bloodborne Pathogens.
Engineering Controls and Work Practices will be used to eliminate or minimize employee exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.
2. 1. Engineering controls shall be examined and maintained or replaced on a regular schedule to ensure their effectiveness.
Hand washing facilities are provided which are readily accessible to all employees.
When Hand washing facilities are not feasible, the company will provide either an appropriate antiseptic hand cleanser in conjunction with clean cloth/paper towels or antiseptic towelettes. When antiseptic hand cleansers or towelettes are used, hands shall be washed with soap and running water as soon as feasible.
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2. The company ensures that all employees will wash their hands immediately or as soon as feasible after removal of gloves or other personal protective equipment.
The company ensures that all employees wash hands and any other skin with soap and water, or flush mucous membranes with water immediately or as soon as feasible following contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials.
Contaminated needles or other contaminated sharps, if found in the workplace shall not be bent, recapped, or removed. Removal and disposal of sharps will be disposed of in accordance with Federal, State and Local Regulations.
Eating, drinking, applying lip balm, cosmetics, smoking and handling contact lenses in an area where a potential for exposure exists is strictly prohibited.
Food and drink shall not be kept in the same location where blood or other potentially infectious materials are present.
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3. Disposal of Contaminated Waste. Any item which is suspected of being contaminated by a human body fluid which may contain a Bloodborne Pathogens must be handled in a very specific way when collecting, handling, processing, storing, transporting or shipping.
1. The container for storage, transport, or shipping shall be labeled or colorcoded with appropriate signage and closed prior to being stored, transported or shipped. Labels shall be fluorescent orange or red-orange with lettering and Bio-hazard symbols in a contrasting color.
If outside contamination of the primary container occurs, a secondary container must be used to prevent spillage or leakage. This secondary container must be labeled or color-coded, as well, reflecting that the contents contain a Bio-hazard waste.
If the specimen could puncture the primary container, the primary container shall be placed in a secondary container which will prevent the spillage or leakage of the specimen.
Equipment which may become contaminated with blood or other potentially infectious material shall be examined prior to servicing or shipping and shall be decontaminated as necessary, unless the employer deems this decontamination not feasible. (Employers should list any equipment that cannot be decontaminated before servicing or shipping.)
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4. 7. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
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1. When exposures may be present, Express Transportation Services will provide all affected employees with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), at no cost to the employee. Types of PPE include:
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7. Gloves
Gowns
Face Shields
Masks
Laboratory coats
Eye Protection
Mouthpieces
2. The Company ensures that all PPE will be accessible to all employees who may be exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens. This includes equipment of various sizes to fit employees properly.
Employees are required to remove and properly dispose of all PPE before leaving the work area. Any disposable type of PPE is not to be reused once contamination has occurred or if the equipment becomes cracked, peeled or torn. Non-disposable type of PPE can be decontaminated and reused, if not cracked, peeled, torn or damaged, in any way.
Disposal of PPE will be accomplished in accordance with Federal, State and Local Standards.
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8. HEPATITIS B VACCINATION PROGRAM:
1. Hepatitis B Vaccinations will be made available to all employees in the Exposure Control Program, once they have received their initial training and within 10 working days of assignment of their tasks which have occupational exposure.
As stated previously, an employee may decline to be vaccinated. If so, a signed declination will be kept in the employees file. If, at a later date, the employee decides to receive the vaccination, they may do so, at no cost to them.
If an employee is exposed and has not been vaccinated, a possible accelerated vaccination may be prescribed by medical personnel
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9. PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF EXPOSURE:
1. Once a report of exposure has been received by an employee(s), Celebrity Coaches of America, Inc. will make immediately available to the exposed employee(s) a confidential medical evaluation and follow-up, including:
1. Documentation of the route(s) of exposure, and the circumstances under which the exposure incident occurred.
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Identification and documentation of the source individual, if known.
The source individual’s blood shall be tested as soon as feasible, after consent is obtained, in order to determine HBV and HIV infectivity.
Results of the source individual’s testing will be made available to the exposed employee.
The exposed employee’s blood will be collected, as soon as feasible and tested, after consent is obtained.
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2. The healthcare provider, evaluating an employee after an exposure incident, is provided the following information:
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A copy of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
A description of the exposed employee’s duties as they relate to the exposure incident.
Documentation of the route(s) of exposure and circumstances under which exposure occurred.
Results of the source individual’s blood test, if available.
All medical records relevant to the appropriate treatment of the employee, including vaccination status which are the employer’s responsibility to maintain.
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5. 3. The healthcare provider will:
1. Provide the employer with a written opinion within 15 days of the completion of the evaluation.
Indicate if an HBV vaccination is called for and if it has been given.
Indicate that the employee has been informed of the results of the evaluation.
Indicate that the employee has been told about any medical conditions resulting from exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials which require further evaluation or treatment.
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4. 4. All other findings or diagnoses shall remain confidential and shall not be included in the written report.
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BACKS & LIFTING
The most important principle to remember when lifting is to keep the head upright and back in an arched position. This arched position tends to put the muscles in a shortened and strengthened position. It also distributes the weight more evenly between the disc and the facet joints, and it places a more balanced weight on the disc.
It is often helpful to place one foot ahead of the other in order to get the object being lifted closer to the body. This is especially important when lifting large bulky items. This diagonal lifting position also balances the weight within a wide, safe base of support.
It is essential to keep weight close to the body. A ten pound weight held at arm’s length increases the load by as much as seven to ten times the actual weight of the object. If the weight is held close to the body, there is not a great increase in the amount of stress on the lower back.
And remember, activities which are stressful to the lower back are almost always bad for the neck too.
HOW TO LIFT - THE EIGHT COMMANDMENTS OF LIFTING:
1. Test the weight before you lift — Before you lift, think about the item you are going to move and ask yourself “Can I lift this alone?” “Is the path clear?” “Is it too awkward for one person?” also test the load to see approximately how heavy it is before lifting.
2. Ask for help — If the load is too heavy or too awkward for you to lift, ask for assistance.
3. Get a firm footing — Keep you feet apart for a stable base.
4. Bend your knees — Don’t bend at the waist. Keep the principles of leverage in mind.
5. Tighten your stomach muscles —Abdominal muscles support your spine when you lift.
Train muscles groups to work together.
6. Lift with your legs — Let your powerful leg muscles do most of the work.
7. Keep the load close — The closer the load is to your boxy, the less force it exerts on your back.
8. Keep your back upright — Don’t add the weight of your body to the load.
PREVENTION — THE BEST INSURANCE
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PROPER LIFTING TECHNIQUES
1. Lift with your mind, instead of your back.
2. Plan ahead!
3. If something looks awkward, it is!
4. BEFORE LIFTING:
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Test the weight before you lift.
Back injuries have occurred when an employee jerks suddenly to avoid injury. properly equipped:
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Do you need gloves?
Are your feet protected?
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Can you slide or push the object and eliminate the lift? Do you know where you’re going with the item?
Is there a clear path so you don’t trip or fall?
Prepare to lift without twisting or bending.
Do not reach to lift an item when you are sitting.
Do not reach!
5. WHEN LIFTING:
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Use the large leg muscles, not your small back muscles.
Hold your abdominal muscles in tightly while lifting.
Maintain the natural curves of your back; chest and chin up, bending your legs, rear-end out.
Lift smoothly, no jerking motion.
Keep the item close to your body.
Always use proper lifting equipment provided, or another person to “TEAM LIFT” with you.
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6. TYPES OF LIFTS:
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Squat Lift
Tripod Lift
Diagonal Lift
Golfers Lift
Power Lift
Team Lift
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EYE AND FACE PROTECTION POLICY
1. Protective eye and face equipment is required where there is a reasonable probability of injury that can be prevented by such equipment. In such cases, Express Transportation Services will make conveniently available a type of protector suitable for the work to be performed, and employees will use such protectors. No unprotected person will knowingly be subjected to a hazardous environmental condition. Suitable eye protectors will be provided where machines or operations present the hazard of flying objects, glare, liquids, injurious radiation, or a combination of these hazards.
2. Protectors will meet the following minimum requirements:
a. They will provide adequate protection against the particular hazards for which they are designed.
They will be reasonably comfortable when worn under the designated conditions.
They will fit snugly and will not unduly interfere with the movements of the wearer.
They will be durable.
They will be capable of being disinfected.
They will be easily cleanable.
Protectors must be kept clean and in good repair.
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3. Persons whose vision requires the use of corrective lenses in spectacles, and who are required by this policy to wear eye protection, will wear goggles or spectacles of one of the following types:
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Spectacles whose protective lenses provide optical correction.
Goggles that can be worn over corrective spectacles without disturbing the adjustment of the spectacles.
c. Goggles that incorporate corrective lenses mounted behind the protective lenses.
4. Every protector will be distinctly marked to facilitate identification of the manufacturer.
5. When limitations or precautions are indicated by the manufacturer, they will be transmitted to the user and care taken to see that such limitations and precautions are strictly observed.
6. Design, construction, testing, and use of devices for eye and face protection will be in accordance with American National Standard for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection, Z87.1-1968.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OBJECTIVES ................................................................................................................................. 1 POLICIES ........................................................................................................................................1 PROCEDURES................................................................................................................................2 HEARING PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR LEVEL OF NOISE EXPOSURE...............2 AREA PLACARDING....................................................................................................................3 ENGINEERING CONTROLS ........................................................................................................3 ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS .................................................................................................4 HEARING PROTECTION..............................................................................................................5 TRAINING ......................................................................................................................................5 RECORD KEEPING .......................................................................................................................9 MSHA KEY DEFINITIONS.........................................................................................................11 MSHA 30 CFR PART 62 OCCUPATIONAL NOISE EXPOSURE SITES ................................13 9/14/2009 2
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HEARING CONSERVATION PROGRAM
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
1. OBJECTIVES :
a. It is the Commitment of Express Transportation Services to provide a safe and healthy work environment for its miners.
Compliance of MSHA 30 CFR Part 62 Health Standards for Occupational Noise Exposure.
Prevention, in so far as possible, through education and facilitating of miners obtaining proper hearing protection devices (HPD) at work and away from work, and hearing loss due to off time exposures to various noises. b.
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2. POLICIES:
a. All work environments which have enough background noise to require individuals in that area to speak louder than their normal conversational tone in order to be understood, shall be tested to determine if it meets or exceeds the action level or "permissible exposure level" (PEL).
i. MSHA Action Level is an eight (8) hour time weighed average (TWA) of 85 dBA or its equivalent.
b. If any miner's noise exposure exceeds the "permissible exposure level" (PEL) or "action level" during any work shift, the miner will be enrolled in a "Hearing Conservation Program" (HCP) and the employer will use all feasible engineering and administrative controls to reduce the miner's noise exposure to the PEL, so far as reasonable, considering the economic viability.
Audiometric testing will be offered to each miner enrolled in the HCP; however, miners are not required to take the test. The test will be provided at no cost to the miner.
All miners shall have a valid audiogram, as a part of their pre-employment physical examination.
It is a condition of employment that all miners wear hearing protective devices when working in an area at or above the action level. The employer will post administrative controls on the mine bulletin board and provide a copy to the affected miners.
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f. It is a company policy that all supervisors ensure that miners, vendors and contractors who do not wear appropriate hearing protection are immediately removed from any placarded area that requires hearing protection.
All Express Transportation Services miners shall be trained as to the causes and prevention of hearing loss while away from work.
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3. PROCEDURES:
a. All work areas where the noise exposure, at any time, requires miners to speak louder than normal, then the area shall be tested by the area department’s miner that has been certified by the Safety department to determine the actual noise level.
Express Transportation Services plant operators are responsible to ensure their miner's work area are appropriately evaluated and placarded for hearing protection.
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i. Include re-testing of areas in which the noise exposure has increased after a change in the work environment.
c. The plant operator/Safety department shall:
i. Ensure that the noise exposure tests are conducted with the appropriate equipment and approved by the Safety department.
Ensure that the Safety department currently certifies all noise exposure.
Ensure that the tester will perform the noise testing according to the Manufacturer’s specifications.
Inform the Safety department of the results in a timely manner.
Conduct an annual noise monitoring survey of the work areas as required. ii.
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4. HEARING
EXPOSURE:
PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR LEVEL OF NOISE
a. Upon notification of test results, the Safety department, in conjunction with the plant operator will establish the appropriate hearing protection:
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None – less than the MSHA action level.
Single Hearing Protection – at or above the MSHA action level of 85 dBA.
Double Hearing Protection – at or above 105 dBA or equivalent on an eight (8) hour TWA.
Over Permissible Exposure Level – at or above 115 dBA or equivalent – requires miners to be removed from the area immediately until engineering and/or administrative controls are implemented.
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v. After any engineering controls have been implemented, testing of the area will be conducted for evaluation of reduction in noise levels.
5. AREA PLACARDING: Express Transportation Services plant operators shall:
a. Ensure that all work areas are placarded with the appropriate hearing protection needed for that area.
When administrative controls are used, the plant operator will post the procedures for the controls and provide a copy to the affected miners.
Change placard when intermittent events require greater or lesser hearing protection.
Ensure that placards clearly state the level of hearing protection required.
All miners will be trained on placards during new hire orientation by the plant operator or Safety department and during annual refresher training.
If a miner transfers to another Express Transportation Services mine, they will be trained on work area specifics by the plant operator of that mine or the Safety department.
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g. Enroll the affected miners in an HCP, and provide and require that miners use personal hearing protectors.
6. ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
a. Engineering controls are procedures and processes, other than administrative or personal hearing protective devices (HPD), that reduce sound level, either at the sources or within the hearing zone of the workers.
Express Transportation Services will identify, evaluate, develop, monitor and implement engineering controls to reduce noise levels that meet or exceed (PEL) 90 dBA TWA and/or 100 percent dose. Also, the maximum allowable exposure of 115 dBA.
Examples of engineering controls are:
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i. Maintenance – replacement or adjustment of worn; loose; unbalanced parts of machines; lubrication of machine parts and use of properly shaped and sharpened cutting tools.
Substitution of machines and processes – replaced louder machines and task activity with quieter machine and tools.
Reduce sound transmission through solids, gases and air by flexible sections of pipe, flexible shaft couplings, resilient flooring, intake/exhaust mufflers, baffles, reduce air turbulence and/or pressure, using sound ii.
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absorption materials and barriers, complete enclosure of individual machines and isolate operators with soundproof booths.
d. Plant Operators shall:
i. Ensure that all of their work areas have been evaluated for hearing protection requirements that exceed the over permissible level (115 dBA) for engineering changes that will decrease the noise exposure.
Implement remedial action for removal of miners until engineering controls are in place if noise level exceeds the over permissible exposure level (115 dBA).
Ensure that re-testing has been conducted after implementation of engineering controls for confirmation of decreasing sound levels and/or hearing protection requirements.
Inform Express Transportation Services Safety Department of their remedial action, evaluation and implementation of engineering controls. ii.
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS:
a. Administrative Controls may be appropriate in some cases for control of noise exposure. Example: rotating task activity in the work area during the work shift from the higher noise exposure to lower noise exposure for compliance to MSHA action level (85 dBA TWA).
b. Plant Operator shall:
i. Implement and monitor administrative controls to reduce the specific miners work time in areas requiring hearing protection.
Develop and implement standard operating procedures for the rotation of their miners conducting work tasks in an area that requires hearing protection.
Ensure that re-testing has been conducted after implementation of administrative controls for confirmation that the miner's exposure is below MSHA action level (85 dBA TWA).
Inform Express Transportation Services Safety Department of the administrative controls, post the procedures of such controls and provide a copy to the affected miners.
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a. Express Transportation Services Safety department will administer hearing protection and training requirements.
Provide the affected miner (miner) a choice of hearing protectors, including at least (2) muff types and (2) earplug types of hearing protectors. The hearing protectors, along with any replacement will be provided at "no cost" to the miner, except for situations of mis-use. Express Transportation Services will train to achieve comfort and proper fit of the protectors offered.
Express Transportation Services Safety department will provide HPD and proper fit testing and will evaluate the effectiveness of the miners HPD on annual basis and/or when a Standard Threshold Shift (STS) has occurred.
Documentation of HPD fit testing will be maintained by the Safety Department and a copy of the record will remain in the miner's training file.
All Express Transportation Services miners shall be trained as to the causes and prevention of hearing loss while away from work. Express Transportation Services will provide disposable hearing protection devices (earplugs) at no cost to the miner.
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9. TRAINING:
a. New hire miners will receive Part 62 Health Standards for Occupational Noise Exposure training in new hire orientation by Safety Department. Also, within 30 days of enrollment into Express Transportation Services Hearing Conservation Program.
All Express Transportation Services affected miners will receive annual refresher training at least every 12 months for as long as the noise exposure continues to equal or exceed the action level. Also, within 30 days of enrollment into Express Transportation Services Hearing Conservation Program. Express Transportation Services miners will be trained in:
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General requirements of MSHA'S noise rule.
Effects of noise on hearing.
Purpose and value of wearing HPD.
Advantages and disadvantages of HPD on the job and off the job.
Selection of HPD and proper fitting
Various types of hearing protectors offered and the care, fitting and use of each type.
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viii. Employer and miner's respective tasks in addressing noise, administrative and engineering controls.
Definition: STS = Standard Threshold/Shift
RHL = Reportable Hearing Loss
d. All Express Transportation Services vendors and/or contractors that must enter hearing protection required areas for work activity shall provide their own MSHA certificate of training and their own hearing protection. Also, they must comply with MSHA 30CFR Part 62 Health Standards for Occupational Noise Exposure.
All Express Transportation Services vendors and/or contractors shall receive notice of Part 62 training in sites-specific hazard training before conducting work activity in a hearing protective area by the plant operator and/or Safety department.
Express Transportation Services will request a follow-up evaluation when a STS or RHL has occurred and been sustained by a repeat audiogram.
Invalid, STS & RHL Audiogram Follow-up Evaluation Procedures. e.
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i. Express Transportation Services Safety department shall schedule the miner to have a retest within 30 days, and request:
A recent audiogram.
If a valid audiogram is obtained, they shall report the results to the Express Transportation Services Safety department within 5 days. If the audiogram is still invalid, they shall:
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(1) Perform an examination, if pre-employment physical exam was done elsewhere.
When necessary schedule further examinations or consultations in order to accurately diagnosis the reason for the invalid hearing test.
Obtain an audiological consultation for all miners whose cause is not otherwise determined.
Insure that a valid audiogram or “best” audiogram (if the cause can not be further treated) is obtained at the end of treatment or the evaluation process and
Designate this exam as the miner's baseline audiograms. (2)
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v. The results of its evaluation shall be reported to Celebrity Coaches of America, Inc. Safety department.
vi. Include the cause of determination:
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(1)
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Work related
Not work related
Can not be determined
The designated baseline audiogram results
When the next audiogram should be scheduled
Express Transportation Services Safety department shall evaluate the cause of initially invalid audiogram and for work related cause. non-industrial related exposure, refer the miner to their private vii. For
physician for further evaluation and medical care.
For work related cause, the miner will be referred to the company’s industrial insurer for treatment.
For a “cannot be determined cause”, referred to a consultation from an Audiologist.
Schedule the miner for their next audiogram.
Establish the valid or best audiogram as the miner's baseline audiogram.
Inform the miner of the results within 10 days.
Schedule the miner for hearing protection and training when they are assigned to work activity in an area that requires hearing protection. viii.
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h. Initial Audiogram Testing:
i. An initial audiogram shall be conducted on all new miners during preemployment.
When the pre-employment is done elsewhere, a copy of the audiogram results will be sent to Express Transportation Services Safety department for confirmation of a valid baseline audiogram.
Express Transportation Services Safety department will ensure that the audiogram was conducted by a qualified technician defined by Part
62.101.
If Express Transportation Services Safety department determines that audiogram is invalid, the new miner shall be sent for repeat of the audiogram for confirmation.
Express Transportation Services new miners or transferred miners from other operations, shall have a baseline audiogram established, if they work in a required hearing protection area.
If the baseline audiogram results are invalid, Express Transportation Services Safety department shall re-schedule the miner for confirmation within 30 days.
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vii. Upon receipt of the final determination and report, Celebrity Coaches of America, Inc. Safety department shall evaluate the report and if a workrelated cause exists, refer the miner to the company’s industrial insurer for treatment.
For non-work related exposures, refer the miner to their private physician for further evaluation and medical care.
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i. Annual Audiometric Testing:
i. All Express Transportation Services miners that are enrolled into Express Transportation Services Hearing Conservation Program shall have an annual audiogram:
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At the times when a mobile clinic is onsite.
Upon receipt of the results of audiograms, Express
Transportation Services Safety department shall within 10 days:
(a) Inform the miner of results and provide the miner a copy of audiogram.
Schedule any miner who has had a Standard Threshold Shift (STS) or Reportable Hearing Loss (RHL) for a repeat
audiogram and/or a follow-up evaluation.
receipt of the results of the repeat audiogram and/or the (b)
(3) Upon
follow-up evaluation Express Transportation Services Safety department shall:
(a) If neither a STS or RHL has been sustained by the repeat audiogram and or follow-up evaluation, the miner shall be notified that no other action is necessary.
If an STS or RHL has been confirmed and is judged to be work related Express Transportation Services Safety
department will initiate remedial action to prevent further (b)
hearing loss by re-evaluation of engineering and
administration controls, transferring the miner to another area and/or enforcement of compliance to Express
Transportation Services Hearing Conservation Policy
and Procedures.
If a miner has a 25 dBA shift or more at 2000, 3000, and 4,000 Hz in either ear and has been determined by the
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evaluation physician to be work related, Celebrity
Coaches of America, Inc. Safety department will process a 7000-1 MSHA Reportable according to CFR 30 part 50.
(Effective: 0ctober, 2000)
10. Record Keeping
Express Transportation Services Safety department shall comply with all aspects of 30 CFR Part 62.190.
The authorized representatives of the Secretaries of Labor and Health and Human Resources have access to all records required under 62.190. Upon written request Express Transportation Services will provide, within 15 calendar days of the request; access to records as per specifications of 62.190.
Express Transportation Services will comply with specifications that are included in the regulations as to the storage and transfer of records should the business cease operations.
The following records shall be kept by:
Environmental noise testing and monitoring
Tests
Calibration of testing devices
Certification of Testers
Results
Action taken
Engineering and Administration Controls
Evaluation of E & A Considered
Implemented standard operating procedures
Implementation of noise reduction equipment
Record of placarded areas
Crusher
Process
Metallurgical Lab
Mobile Equipment
Other Mine Operations
Acknowledgment of providers
Receipt of 30 CFR Part 62
Receipt of this hearing conservation program
Willingness to comply with 30 CFR Part 62
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Individual Miners
Initial testing
Annual testing
Training and Fit Testing
When a RHL has occurred – 30 CFR Part 62.175(b)
When an STS has occurred – 30 CFR Part 62.174
Any actions taken
Express Transportation Services Safety department will maintain all written formal records of miner exposures.
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MSHA Key Definitions
Action Level – An 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (TWA8) of 85 dBA, or equivalently a dose of 50% integrating all sound levels from 80 dBA to at least 130dBA.
Audiologist – A professional specializing in the study and rehabilitation of hearing, who is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or licensed by the state board of examiners.
Baseline Audiogram – The audiogram recording in accordance with 62.170 (a) of this part against which subsequent audiograms are compared to determine extent of hearing loss.
Criterion Level – the sound level which if constantly applied for 8 hours results in a dose of 100% of that permitted by the standard.
Decibel (dB) – A unit used to express sound power level (Lw), the decibel is 20 times the common logarithm of the ratio of measured sound pressure to the standard reference sound pressure of 20 micropascals (uPa) which is the threshold of normal hearing sensitivity at 100 hertz (Hz). Also for measuring hearing threshold levels, the decibel is the difference between audiometric zero (reference pressure equal to 0 hearing threshold level) and threshold of hearing of the individual being tested at each test frequency.
Dual Hearing Protect Level – A TWA of 105 dBA or equivalently a dose of 800% of that permitted by the standard, integrating all sound levels from 90 dBA to at least 140 dBA.
Hearing Protector – Any device or material, capable of being worn on the ear or in the ear canal, sold wholly or in part on the basis of its ability to reduce the level of sound entering the ear, and which has a scientifically accepted indicator of noise reduction value.
Hertz (Hz) – Unit of measurement of frequency numerically equal to cycles per second.
Medical Pathology – A condition or disease affecting the ear.
Qualified technician – A technician who has been certified by the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) or by another recognized organization offering equivalent certification.
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Reportable Hearing Loss (RHL) – A change in hearing sensitivity for the worse relative to the baseline audiogram, or the revised baseline audiogram where one has been established in accordance with 62.170 (c)(2) of an average of 25 dBA or more at 2000, 3000 and 4000 Hz in either ear.
Safety Department – wherever safety department is referred to will also mean Administrative Officer and/or Plant Manager.
Standard Threshold Shift (STS) – A change in hearing sensitivity for the worse relative to the baseline audiogram where one has been established, of an average of 10 dBA or more at 2000, 3000 and 4000 Hz in either ear.
Time-weighted average – 8 hour (TWA). The sound
would result in the same noise dose as is measured.
level which, if constant over 8 hours,
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MSHA 30 CFR Part 62 Occupational Noise Exposure Sites.
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ELECTRICAL
Express Transportation Services will remain in compliance with current NEC codes and will provide approved ground-fault circuit interrupters for all 120-volt, single phase, 15 and 20 ampere receptacle outlets on construction sites which are not a part of the permanent wiring of the building or structure and which are in use by employees. Receptacles on the ends of listed extension cords are not part of the permanent wiring and therefore will be protected by groundfault circuit interrupters whether or not the listed extension cord is plugged into permanent wiring. No job made extension cords will be accepted.
Electrical work on or near energized electrical circuits will be performed by a qualified individual. As a minimum, individuals performing work on or near energized electrical circuits will be either: a licensed electrician in the state in which the work is being performed; or, a 5th year apprentice or Journeyman electrician who has been trained by a recognized trade or union training program. Additionally, the individual will be experienced in working with the type of electrical circuits on which energized electrical work is to be performed.
Minimum requirements to work on or near energized electrical circuits also include the use of rated, insulated tools and the necessary personal protective equipment Personal protective equipment will always include eye protection. It is Express Transportation Services's responsibility to assess the work hazards associated with the work and to ensure our employees and sub contractor's employees
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LADDERS
1. COMPLIANCE: All stairways and ladders will be in compliance with the following:
a. Self-supporting and nonself-supporting portable ladders will be rated to support 4 times the maximum intended load.
Two or more ladders or a double-cleated ladder will be provided for access to or egress from a structure on which more than 25 people are working.
Ladder rungs and cleats will be parallel, level, and spaced uniformly. The rungs will be uniformly set at an interval between 10 and 14 inches.
The minimum distance between the 2 side rails of a fixed ladder and individual rung stepladders will be 16 inches.
The rungs of portable and fixed metal ladders will be corrugated, knurled, dimpled, or coated with skid-resistant material.
Ladders will not be tied or fastened together vertically unless they are specifically designed for that purpose.
If two or more separate fixed ladders are used to reach an elevated work area, they will be offset and include a platform, guardrails, overhead protection, and toe boards.
Permanently attached ladders will have a back clearance of 7 inches or more.
There will be at least a 30-inch clearance at the base of the climbing side of a ladder.
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2. USE REQUIREMENTS FOR LADDERS:
a. A worker who ascends or descends a ladder will face the ladder and not hand-carry objects or loads that could affect stability.
All points of access to ladders will be clear of construction materials.
If used in an area where it can be displaced by activity or traffic, a ladder will be secured to prevent its accidental displacement.
All ladders will be periodically inspected for defects (for example, broken or missing rungs) by a competent person. If a ladder has been damaged in any way, it will be thoroughly inspected; if any defects are found, the ladder will be tagged "DO NOT USE" and removed from service. Do not paint wooden ladders as painting will hide defects.
Portable ladders used to reach an upper landing of a structure will have side rails that extend at least 3 feet above the landing.
Ladders will be free of oil, grease, and other hazards that may cause a worker to slip.
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g. Ladders will be used only for the purpose for which they were designed.
Ladder bases will have slip-resistant feet (unless secured) and be used on a surface that is stable and level.
Ladders will not be moved, shifted, or extended when workers are on them.
Ladders that may come in contact with exposed energized electrical equipment will have nonconductive side rails.
Single-rail ladders will not be used.
Stepladders should only be used fully unfolded, and workers will not stand above the second from the top step.
Wooden ladders will not be painted so as to obscure a defect in the wood; only a clear, nonconductive finish will be used.
Ladders will be sufficiently strong for their intended use.
Portable metal ladders will not be used in the vicinity of energized electrical circuits.
Ladders shall not be placed in front of a door that opens toward the ladder, unless the door is open, locked, or guarded.
Only one employee will work from a ladder at one time (except for hook type ladders.) If two employees are required, a second ladder will be used.
When ascending or descending ladders, employees will have both hands free and shall face the ladder.
Ladders will not be used as scaffold platforms.
Boxes, chairs, etc., will not be used as ladders.
Employees will not use a ladder until they have been properly trained in its use.
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3. STRAIGHT LADDERS:
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Portable straight ladders will not be used without nonskid bases.
The ladder will be placed so that the distance between the bottom of the ladder and the supporting point is approximately one-fourth of the ladder length between supports.
Straight ladders will not be climbed beyond the third step from the top.
When working from a portable ladder, the ladder must be securely placed, held, tied, or otherwise made secure to prevent slipping or falling.
When dismounting from a ladder at an elevated position (as at a roof) the employee shall ensure that the ladder side rails extend at least 3 feet above the dismount position, or that grab bars are present.
Ladders will not be spliced together to form a longer ladder.
A ladder will not be placed against an unsafe support.
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WELDING AND CUTTING
1. Welding and cutting will be performed only by experienced and properly trained persons.
Before welding or cutting is started, the area will be inspected for potential fire hazards.
2. Suitable fire extinguishing equipment shall be immediately available at all locations where welding and cutting equipment is used.
3. Matches will not be carried by welders or their helper when engaged in welding or cutting operations.
4. Where combustible materials such as paper clippings, coal, or wood shavings are present, the floor shall be swept clean for a radius of 35 feet before welding.
5. To protect eyes, face, and body during welding and cutting, the operator will wear an approved helmet or goggles, proper protective gloves and clothing. Helpers or attendants shall wear proper eye protection. Other employees will not observe welding operations unless they use approved eye protection.
6. Proper eye protection will be worn to guard against flying particles.
7. Welders will place welding cable, hoses, and other equipment so that it is clear of passageways, ladders, and stairways.
8. Gas Welding and Cutting - Only approved gas welding or cutting equipment will be used.
9. Approved back flow check valves will be used on gas welding rigs in both gas and oxygen lines.
10. Welding hose will not be repaired with tape.
11. Matches will not be used to light a torch; a torch will not be lighted on hot work. A friction lighter or other approved device will be used.
12. Rules and instructions supplied by the manufacturer or affixed to the machine will be followed.
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