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K & R Safety Net Vol. 2 No. 3
SAFETY, MAKE IT HAPPEN
SAFETY, MAKE IT HAPPEN
Common Sense Safety
If you use common sense precautions, you’ll have the real core of what is meant by the terms safety,
accident prevention, loss prevention, or whatever you choose to call efforts to work on an accident-free
basis.
Typically, the various causes of accidents are discussed…where and why they happened, and more
important, what should be done to prevent similar accidents from happening. A common sense way of
looking at the accident problem as it affects each of us is to consider it in this way:
“If I am the one who has an accident, I am the one who is going to suffer the pain that goes with a serious
injury at the time it happens. And that may be just the start of pain and suffering I will have to endure.
Maybe I will be laid up in the hospital with surgery or the setting of broken bones?”
If each of us would think of our stake in safety in this way, we would place a higher regard on common
sense precautions than ever before.
A single moment of inattention of lapsing into an unsafe act may cause us to be injured and laid up for
days, weeks, or even months.
We could be disfigured or badly maimed, so that you would never again look like yourself. We could be
crippled, disfigured, or a bundle of permanent aches, we would be a living example of what happens to a
worker when they do not use common sense and take safety precautions.
Of course, the accident might not have been caused by our failure to take common sense precautions. But
there is not much consolation in knowing that a fellow worker did not use common sense in their work.
Let’s consider some of the common sense safety precautions that each of you should be taking in your
everyday work. You wouldn't:
1. Walk under suspended loads.
2. Chip or grind without safety glasses or goggles.
3. Clean machine parts with flammable solvents.
4. Block or remove guards.
5. Use an ungrounded portable electric hand tool.
6. Look for a gas leak with a lighted match, torch or lantern.
7. Oil or adjust unguarded moving machinery.
8. Work at elevated heights without fall protection.
9. Over load a scaffold or a pile of material.
10. Bypass safety devices.
These are obviously dangerous things to do. There must be dozens more that you could name for your
work area. How many violations of good common sense precautions have you seen at work?
Unfortunately most of the things that we have just mentioned have been the cause of accidental injuries.
The thought that comes to mind when we describe all of these violations is: a little safety-mindedness and
the use of good common sense would have prevented injuries.
I suppose that every one of us is guilty of violating these precautions at some time or other. The accident
records prove that such violations do occur.
All that each of us has to do is use common sense for our own preservation.
It Takes One..
Minute to build a safety thought
Hour to make a guard.
Week to study plant conditions.
Month to develop a safety program.
Year to make it operate.
Lifetime to may a good safety worker.
Second to destroy it with one accident.
Anonymous
Shop Injuries
The causes of accidents have found to be
Handling objects ………………….23 percent
Fall ………………………………….20 percent
Hit by Objects………………………14 percent
Machinery …………………………..10 percent
Vehicles (non-highway) ……………7 percent
Hit Against …………………………. 7 Percent
All Others …………………………..19 Percent
WHY: Human errors are a factor in over 80 percent of most accidents.
We need your safe actions to prevent most accidents.
The safe way is required always per most work policies and OSHA law. A safe place is uncluttered, clean
and orderly. Emergency equipment and aisles are kept clear and machine guards are in place. If you see
machine trouble, electrical hazards or other unsafe conditions, report them immediately to your supervisor.
For safe actions, use equipment only if trained, obey all signs, be reasonable, and wear protective
equipment when needed. Keep horseplay off the job and report injuries.
Quotes
Marriage is the only adventure open to the cowardly. (Voltaire)
We have no reliable guarantee that the afterlife will be any less exasperating than this one, have we? (Noel
Coward)
A man is only as old as the woman feels. (Groucho Marx)
Useless Information
It’s impossible to sneeze with your eyes open.
The giant squid has the largest eyes in the world.
In England, the Speaker of the House is not allowed to speak.
Imponderable
What purpose do wisdom teeth serve?
They serve a powerful purpose for dentists, who are paid to extract them. Otherwise, wisdom teeth are
commonly regarded as being useless to modern man. But because nature rarely provides us with
useless body parts, a little investigation yields a more satisfying answer.
Primitive man ate meats so tough that they make beef jerky feel like mashed potatoes in comparison. The
extra molars in the back of our mouth, now known as wisdom teeth, undoubtedly aided in our ancestors’
mastication.
As humans have evolved, their brains have gotten progressively larger and the face position has moved
farther downward and inward. About the time that primitive man started walking in an upright position, other
changes in the facial structure occurred. The protruding jawbones of early man gradually moved
backward, making the jaw itself shorter and leaving no room for the wisdom teeth (also known as third
molars). Most people’s jaws no longer have the capacity to accommodate these four, now superfluous,
teeth.
**Life’s Imponderables, by David Feldman**
Driver Safety Tips
Arrive Safely at Your Destination
The number of motor vehicle accidents continues to rise as people are pressed for time, trying to
accomplish a multitude of tasks throughout the day. This trend is furthered by the addition of cell phones
and other devices designed for the convenience of the driver that ultimately distract the driver from his or
her duties at the wheel.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 409,000 large trucks were
involved in traffic crashes in the United States, and an estimated total of 5,082 people died from collisions
with large truck (12 percent of all traffic fatalities reported in 2001)
Safe driving techniques are the key to preventing accidents. Drivers must be aware of their surrounding
and make prudent driving decisions in order to arrive safely at their destination.
Drive Defensively
Defensive driving requires you to be aware of driving errors made by other drivers around you, and
consequently make adjustments to your driving to avoid accidents. Your company should expect its drivers
to be committed to defensive driving.
Get Plenty of Rest
Driving any distance, especially a long one, requires the driver to be physically and mentally well rested.
Fatigue plays a major role in motor vehicle accidents. If you become drowsy, pull off the road and take a
short nap.
Don’t Drink Alcohol
Alcohol is the single greatest contributing factor to fatal motor vehicle accidents. In addition, be aware that
some prescription medications may have the same affect as alcohol. Stay away from alcoholic beverages
before and during a driving trip, and consult your doctor to find out the possible side effects of any
medications you may be taking.
Inspect Your Vehicle
Before you leave, inspect the lights, tires, breaks and windshield wipers of your vehicle. Obtain any
necessary repairs before you depart.
Avoid Speeding, Use Safety Devices
Provide yourself with ample travel time so you can avoid speeding. Be aware of construction zones, rush
hour congestion, and changing weather conditions when you are planning your route. Maintain safe
following distance; braking might be difficult in poor weather. Always wear your seat belt and turn on your
lights.
Safety is the responsibility of all employees. Review your Driver Policy and arrive safely at your destination!
**Information provided by Dave Harrold of The Mahoney Group – Phoenix
Lessons Learned
Frequently we are called to investigate an accident or incident that occurs. With permission we will publish
the lessons learned. Perhaps this will assist in preventing other similar incidents. If you have a incident
that would like to be included in this section please let us know.
Damage. Employee directed by supervisor to wash street with water wagon after pour. Passing motorist
struck hose at elevated speed causing hose to jump. This resulted in damage to the water wagon. This
could have been avoided if the hose had been protected or if a flagman had been available to warn
oncoming traffic to slow down.
Recordable. Employee received small cut on right index finger. Cut became substantially infected which
resulted in the first lost day accident in 14 months. Employee received medical treatment with very little
time to spare. Doctor’s reports state that an additional 12 hours without medical treatment would have
resulted in hospitalization. Injury could have been prevented if the top to paint can tip had been utilized or
gloves used. Injury could have been minimized by basic first-aid.
What To Do When The Original User Cannot Remove A Lockout Device
OSHA’s lockout/tagout standard says that the only person who can remove a lockout device is the
employee who put it there in the first place. This makes sense from removing the locking device without
the knowledge of the person working on the machine. There should never be two people involved in the
attachment and removal of a lockout device.
However, there are some instances when others can remove the device under the standard. If the
employee who attached the locking mechanism is sick or on a temporary absence from the job, a member
of management can remove the lock, but only after following the strict guidelines in 1910.147(e)(3). These
mandatory guidelines are:
1. The management employee has to verify that the person who attached the locking device is not in the
facility.
2. The management employee must take responsible steps to contact the employee who attached the
device to inform him or her that it will be removed.
3. When the employee returns to the facility, the management employee must ensure that the
employee knows the device was removed before the employee begins working.
Must You Record Injuries At The Company Picnic? Yes and No
Many employers host company picnics for employees as a way of raising morale. Sometimes these
events are mandatory and sometimes they are optional. How you classify yours could make a difference
regarding having to record injuries that occur at the picnic on OSHA logs.
If you require employees to attend the picnic, you must record any injuries they might sustain while they’re
there. Common activities at company picnics that lead to injuries are sporting events such as softball or
volleyball games. Even if you don’t require employees to participate in the games, just requiring them to
go to the picnic is enough to mean you have to record their injuries on the OSHA logs.
OSHA says it is reasonable to presume employees at company picnics will participate in sporting events.
Because employees are required to attend the picnic, OSHA presumes a work relationship even if they
have the choice to opt out of the games.
** Information provided by The Supervisor’s Guide to OSHA Regulations
Machine Guards Must Protect – No Matter What
To be completely effective, a machine guard should operate to protect an employee no matter what the
employee is doing at the time. The guard should make it impossible for the worker to get hurt no matter
how rushed, tired, or inattentive he or she is.
Guards that rely on some kind of operator involvement usually don’t pass muster with OSHA. There is too
much potential for an injury if the operator must do something to make the guard work properly.
** Information provided by The Supervisor’s Guide to OSHA Regulations
Is It Time To Update Your First-Aid Kit?
How old is your first-aid kit? If you have kits that are several years old, you could be in for a surprise if an
OSHA inspector takes a look inside.
OSHA says employers who have unique or changing first-aid needs in their work places need to enhance
their first-aid kits periodically. By analyzing data from OSHA 300 and 301 logs and other reports, OSHA
expects employers to identify unique problems that might necessitate first-aid supplies beyond the basics.
Other sources of information for employers wondering what workplace conditions warrant special supplies
include fire/rescue departments, medical professionals or local emergency room personal.
By assessing the specific needs of the workplace, OSHA says employers can ensure that reasonably
anticipated supplies are available. OSHA expects employers to assess the specific needs of their work
sites and to periodically augment the available first-aid supplies accordingly.
** Information provided by The Supervisor’s Guide to OSHA Regulations
If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or would like to be added to our newsletter mailing list
please contact us.
January February March
Toll Free: 1-866-487-9787 Phoenix Metro Area: (623) 487-9787
If you use common sense precautions, you’ll have the real core of what is meant by the terms safety,
accident prevention, loss prevention, or whatever you choose to call efforts to work on an accident-free
basis.
Typically, the various causes of accidents are discussed…where and why they happened, and more
important, what should be done to prevent similar accidents from happening. A common sense way of
looking at the accident problem as it affects each of us is to consider it in this way:
“If I am the one who has an accident, I am the one who is going to suffer the pain that goes with a serious
injury at the time it happens. And that may be just the start of pain and suffering I will have to endure.
Maybe I will be laid up in the hospital with surgery or the setting of broken bones?”
If each of us would think of our stake in safety in this way, we would place a higher regard on common
sense precautions than ever before.
A single moment of inattention of lapsing into an unsafe act may cause us to be injured and laid up for
days, weeks, or even months.
We could be disfigured or badly maimed, so that you would never again look like yourself. We could be
crippled, disfigured, or a bundle of permanent aches, we would be a living example of what happens to a
worker when they do not use common sense and take safety precautions.
Of course, the accident might not have been caused by our failure to take common sense precautions. But
there is not much consolation in knowing that a fellow worker did not use common sense in their work.
Let’s consider some of the common sense safety precautions that each of you should be taking in your
everyday work. You wouldn't:
1. Walk under suspended loads.
2. Chip or grind without safety glasses or goggles.
3. Clean machine parts with flammable solvents.
4. Block or remove guards.
5. Use an ungrounded portable electric hand tool.
6. Look for a gas leak with a lighted match, torch or lantern.
7. Oil or adjust unguarded moving machinery.
8. Work at elevated heights without fall protection.
9. Over load a scaffold or a pile of material.
10. Bypass safety devices.
These are obviously dangerous things to do. There must be dozens more that you could name for your
work area. How many violations of good common sense precautions have you seen at work?
Unfortunately most of the things that we have just mentioned have been the cause of accidental injuries.
The thought that comes to mind when we describe all of these violations is: a little safety-mindedness and
the use of good common sense would have prevented injuries.
I suppose that every one of us is guilty of violating these precautions at some time or other. The accident
records prove that such violations do occur.
All that each of us has to do is use common sense for our own preservation.
It Takes One..
Minute to build a safety thought
Hour to make a guard.
Week to study plant conditions.
Month to develop a safety program.
Year to make it operate.
Lifetime to may a good safety worker.
Second to destroy it with one accident.
Anonymous
Shop Injuries
The causes of accidents have found to be
Handling objects ………………….23 percent
Fall ………………………………….20 percent
Hit by Objects………………………14 percent
Machinery …………………………..10 percent
Vehicles (non-highway) ……………7 percent
Hit Against …………………………. 7 Percent
All Others …………………………..19 Percent
WHY: Human errors are a factor in over 80 percent of most accidents.
We need your safe actions to prevent most accidents.
The safe way is required always per most work policies and OSHA law. A safe place is uncluttered, clean
and orderly. Emergency equipment and aisles are kept clear and machine guards are in place. If you see
machine trouble, electrical hazards or other unsafe conditions, report them immediately to your supervisor.
For safe actions, use equipment only if trained, obey all signs, be reasonable, and wear protective
equipment when needed. Keep horseplay off the job and report injuries.
Quotes
Marriage is the only adventure open to the cowardly. (Voltaire)
We have no reliable guarantee that the afterlife will be any less exasperating than this one, have we? (Noel
Coward)
A man is only as old as the woman feels. (Groucho Marx)
Useless Information
It’s impossible to sneeze with your eyes open.
The giant squid has the largest eyes in the world.
In England, the Speaker of the House is not allowed to speak.
Imponderable
What purpose do wisdom teeth serve?
They serve a powerful purpose for dentists, who are paid to extract them. Otherwise, wisdom teeth are
commonly regarded as being useless to modern man. But because nature rarely provides us with
useless body parts, a little investigation yields a more satisfying answer.
Primitive man ate meats so tough that they make beef jerky feel like mashed potatoes in comparison. The
extra molars in the back of our mouth, now known as wisdom teeth, undoubtedly aided in our ancestors’
mastication.
As humans have evolved, their brains have gotten progressively larger and the face position has moved
farther downward and inward. About the time that primitive man started walking in an upright position, other
changes in the facial structure occurred. The protruding jawbones of early man gradually moved
backward, making the jaw itself shorter and leaving no room for the wisdom teeth (also known as third
molars). Most people’s jaws no longer have the capacity to accommodate these four, now superfluous,
teeth.
**Life’s Imponderables, by David Feldman**
Driver Safety Tips
Arrive Safely at Your Destination
The number of motor vehicle accidents continues to rise as people are pressed for time, trying to
accomplish a multitude of tasks throughout the day. This trend is furthered by the addition of cell phones
and other devices designed for the convenience of the driver that ultimately distract the driver from his or
her duties at the wheel.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 409,000 large trucks were
involved in traffic crashes in the United States, and an estimated total of 5,082 people died from collisions
with large truck (12 percent of all traffic fatalities reported in 2001)
Safe driving techniques are the key to preventing accidents. Drivers must be aware of their surrounding
and make prudent driving decisions in order to arrive safely at their destination.
Drive Defensively
Defensive driving requires you to be aware of driving errors made by other drivers around you, and
consequently make adjustments to your driving to avoid accidents. Your company should expect its drivers
to be committed to defensive driving.
Get Plenty of Rest
Driving any distance, especially a long one, requires the driver to be physically and mentally well rested.
Fatigue plays a major role in motor vehicle accidents. If you become drowsy, pull off the road and take a
short nap.
Don’t Drink Alcohol
Alcohol is the single greatest contributing factor to fatal motor vehicle accidents. In addition, be aware that
some prescription medications may have the same affect as alcohol. Stay away from alcoholic beverages
before and during a driving trip, and consult your doctor to find out the possible side effects of any
medications you may be taking.
Inspect Your Vehicle
Before you leave, inspect the lights, tires, breaks and windshield wipers of your vehicle. Obtain any
necessary repairs before you depart.
Avoid Speeding, Use Safety Devices
Provide yourself with ample travel time so you can avoid speeding. Be aware of construction zones, rush
hour congestion, and changing weather conditions when you are planning your route. Maintain safe
following distance; braking might be difficult in poor weather. Always wear your seat belt and turn on your
lights.
Safety is the responsibility of all employees. Review your Driver Policy and arrive safely at your destination!
**Information provided by Dave Harrold of The Mahoney Group – Phoenix
Lessons Learned
Frequently we are called to investigate an accident or incident that occurs. With permission we will publish
the lessons learned. Perhaps this will assist in preventing other similar incidents. If you have a incident
that would like to be included in this section please let us know.
Damage. Employee directed by supervisor to wash street with water wagon after pour. Passing motorist
struck hose at elevated speed causing hose to jump. This resulted in damage to the water wagon. This
could have been avoided if the hose had been protected or if a flagman had been available to warn
oncoming traffic to slow down.
Recordable. Employee received small cut on right index finger. Cut became substantially infected which
resulted in the first lost day accident in 14 months. Employee received medical treatment with very little
time to spare. Doctor’s reports state that an additional 12 hours without medical treatment would have
resulted in hospitalization. Injury could have been prevented if the top to paint can tip had been utilized or
gloves used. Injury could have been minimized by basic first-aid.
What To Do When The Original User Cannot Remove A Lockout Device
OSHA’s lockout/tagout standard says that the only person who can remove a lockout device is the
employee who put it there in the first place. This makes sense from removing the locking device without
the knowledge of the person working on the machine. There should never be two people involved in the
attachment and removal of a lockout device.
However, there are some instances when others can remove the device under the standard. If the
employee who attached the locking mechanism is sick or on a temporary absence from the job, a member
of management can remove the lock, but only after following the strict guidelines in 1910.147(e)(3). These
mandatory guidelines are:
1. The management employee has to verify that the person who attached the locking device is not in the
facility.
2. The management employee must take responsible steps to contact the employee who attached the
device to inform him or her that it will be removed.
3. When the employee returns to the facility, the management employee must ensure that the
employee knows the device was removed before the employee begins working.
Must You Record Injuries At The Company Picnic? Yes and No
Many employers host company picnics for employees as a way of raising morale. Sometimes these
events are mandatory and sometimes they are optional. How you classify yours could make a difference
regarding having to record injuries that occur at the picnic on OSHA logs.
If you require employees to attend the picnic, you must record any injuries they might sustain while they’re
there. Common activities at company picnics that lead to injuries are sporting events such as softball or
volleyball games. Even if you don’t require employees to participate in the games, just requiring them to
go to the picnic is enough to mean you have to record their injuries on the OSHA logs.
OSHA says it is reasonable to presume employees at company picnics will participate in sporting events.
Because employees are required to attend the picnic, OSHA presumes a work relationship even if they
have the choice to opt out of the games.
** Information provided by The Supervisor’s Guide to OSHA Regulations
Machine Guards Must Protect – No Matter What
To be completely effective, a machine guard should operate to protect an employee no matter what the
employee is doing at the time. The guard should make it impossible for the worker to get hurt no matter
how rushed, tired, or inattentive he or she is.
Guards that rely on some kind of operator involvement usually don’t pass muster with OSHA. There is too
much potential for an injury if the operator must do something to make the guard work properly.
** Information provided by The Supervisor’s Guide to OSHA Regulations
Is It Time To Update Your First-Aid Kit?
How old is your first-aid kit? If you have kits that are several years old, you could be in for a surprise if an
OSHA inspector takes a look inside.
OSHA says employers who have unique or changing first-aid needs in their work places need to enhance
their first-aid kits periodically. By analyzing data from OSHA 300 and 301 logs and other reports, OSHA
expects employers to identify unique problems that might necessitate first-aid supplies beyond the basics.
Other sources of information for employers wondering what workplace conditions warrant special supplies
include fire/rescue departments, medical professionals or local emergency room personal.
By assessing the specific needs of the workplace, OSHA says employers can ensure that reasonably
anticipated supplies are available. OSHA expects employers to assess the specific needs of their work
sites and to periodically augment the available first-aid supplies accordingly.
** Information provided by The Supervisor’s Guide to OSHA Regulations
If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or would like to be added to our newsletter mailing list
please contact us.
January February March
Toll Free: 1-866-487-9787 Phoenix Metro Area: (623) 487-9787
March 31-April 4,
2004 – National
Sleep Awareness
Week
April 1, 2004 –
April Fools’ Day
April 4, 2004 –
Daylight Saving
Times Begins (US,
Canada) Palm
Sunday
April 6-12, 2004 –
National Work
zone Awareness
Week
April 7-13, 2004 –
International
Building Safety
Week
April 9, 2004 –
Good Friday
April 11, 2004 –
Easter
April 15, 2004 –
Tax Day
April 28, 2004 –
Workers
Memorial Day