JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON ASBESTOS SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT : Schools recognizes the importance of The Johnston Public safeguarding students, employees and visitors by enforcing on-going preventative maintenance on asbestos containing materials . ASSESSMENT : Asbestos containing materials include but are not limited to floor tiles and pipe covering . REPAIR : Repairs on asbestos containing materials will be made with-in a ONLY employees who have been properly reasonable time limit . trained and certified as " Competent " are allowed to make repairs . MAINTENANCE : Floor tiles : Proper care includes application and maintenance of sufficient sealer and finish . Scheduled buffing helps to harden the finish, fill voids, and rejuvenate the shine . Scrubbing is to be done with sufficient water/chemical mixture and a light abrasive pad . Chair glides are replaced to avoid damaging surface . During winter months ice melt and sand residue are removed as soon as possible . Loose or cracked tiles are replaced as soon as possible . Pipe Covering : Pipe covering that has aged or become encapsulated as soon as possible . damaged is repaired or
PROTECTION : During any construction or remodeling project where asbestos containing material will be disturbed a protective barrier will be put up to designate a "confined" area . Setting up, working in, and final clearance of the confined area will be in accordance with the guidelines of the Rhode Island Department of Health, O .S .H .A ., and United States Environmental Protective Association . RECORD KEEPING : Facilities will maintain an up-to-date file for each Johnston Public School building . Each building must have a file that describes the location and asbestos containing material found for that building . For any repair work that is performed, a report will also be forwarded to the School to update the file . All files are available for viewing by the Public .
JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN
SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT : The Johnston Public Schools recognizes the importance of taking protective measures to minimize employee and occupant from potential exposure due to infectious blood, blood products, blood components, and body fluids . TRAINING : All employees with a potential for exposure will be provided with the training and information on infectious wastes . PERSONAL PREVENTATIVE MEASURE : The Johnston Public Schools will make available, free of charge, the hepatitis B vaccine and any booster doses recommended by the U .S . Public Health Service . ASSESSMENT : All blood and infectious . body fluid discharges are to be considered
APPLICATION : Employees are required to wear protective equipment provided, use only the approved methods and chemicals for cleaning and decontaminate area according to procedure . DISPOSAL : All contaminated matter - solidified waste, clean-up materials, and personal protective equipment are to be disposed of as bio-hazard waste .
BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN / BODY FLUID PRECAUTIONS
INTRODUCTION : In any occupation there are many types of infectious diseases and body fluids that a person can be exposed to, therefore you are to take that extra margin of safety and use the guidelines for handling the clean-up of various fluids . Examples of Infectious Diseases may include blood, feces, urine, nasal discharge, vomi semen, saliva,... SAFETY : Assume all body fluids matter are contaminated . Avoid direct contact with matter. If your clothes come in contact with matter remove and launder as soon as possible . Follow the outlined procedures to reduce the potential contact while cleaning and proper disposal of matter.
REFER TO THE JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS EXPOSURE CONTROL PLAN AND POLICY
BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN / BODY FLUID PRECAUTIONS
PROCEDURE FOR HARD SU RFACES: Use Hospital Grade EPA approved disinfectant Small Areas: Counter-tops, desks, furniture Remove jewelry from hands to avoid the puncturing of gloves . inspect integrity before using Wear disposable protective gloves. Cover the matter with absorbent powder, and allow to absorb . Using scuppers, pick up the waste and place in disposable red bag. Using the approved disinfecting agent ( follow manufacturers' recommended dilutions saturate the area that was affected. Use absorbent wiping material to wipe the area. Place wiping material into the disposable red bag. Large Area: Floors Place "wet floor" signs near area. Using your wet vacuum for pick up - after you have completed removing the waste, return to the custodial closet and empty the vacuum tank . Thoroughly wash inside & outside of vacuum and accessories-hose & wand. Using your mop bucket and wringer- make sure you start with a clean mop, bucket,& wringer . . . mix approved product to cool water. Dip mop into solution, wring out lightly, and wet the area. Rinse the wet mop by dipping into the solution and wring out tightly . Go over the area a few times until you have adequately dried the floor. Return to the custodial closet and empty the bucket . Thoroughly wash the wet mop, bucket, & wringer . Remove your disposable gloves carefully & slowly . Place disposable gloves into disposable red bag. Seal the red bag using the tie(s) provided . Wash and dry your hands thoroughly . Place the red bag in designated area: Sealed Drum . When barrel in boiler room or designated holding area is half filled, call Facilities for removal .
BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN / BODY FLUID PRECAUTIONS
PROCEDURE FOR CARPETED SURFACES : Remove jewelry from hands to avoid puncturing gloves. Wear disposable protective gloves . inspect integrity before using Cover matter with absorbent powder and allow to dry. Using scuppers, pick up as much absorbed waste as possible and place in disposable red bag. Remove your disposable gloves carefully & slowly . Place disposable gloves into disposable red bag . Seal the red bag using the tie(s) provided. Wash and dry hands thoroughly. Vacuum the remaining absorbent. DO NOT USE Sodium Hypochlorite ( Bleach ) on carpeted surfaces. . . Use carpet extractor to thoroughly clean- follow procedure as outlined for carpet cleaning . Place red bag in designated area or sealed container. When barrel in boiler room or des nated holding area is half filled, call Facilities for removal.
JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON CONFINED SPACES
SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT : The Johnston Public Schools recognizes the potential risk(s) in certain working spaces considered to be "confined" due to the structural configuration(s) that may hinder the activities of employees or contractors who must enter in, work in, and exit from same . Potential risk s) are not only limited to confinement and access, but air flow as well that may pose health and safety hazards . CONFINED SPACE : A confined space has limited or restricted means of entry or exit and is not designed for continuous occupancy . Example : underground vaults, storage area, pits, pipe chases, etc . PERMIT - REQUIRED CONFINED SPACE : A permit-required confined space meets the criteria of a confined space and includes one or more of the following ; 1 . contains potentially hazardous atmosphere . vapors, toxic air of oxygen, flammable gasses, (lack contaminants) 2 . contains material (s) with potential to entrap an entrant . 3 . contains recognized safety or health hazard . ( suspected asbestos containing materials) or configuration that can cause entrapment 4. structural asphyxiation . It is the practice of the Johnston Public Schools to protect employees and contractors from the hazards of entry and reduce the exposure time in designated confined areas . In documented areas where Asbestos Containing Materials are present there will be warning signs posted . Asbestos work areas will be protective barriers . Atmosphere will be susceptible to monitoring gasses and odors . PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT : Personal protective equipment will be made available at no cost to persons working in confined spaces to make necessary entries safe . (gloves, ear protection, eye protection, and clothing) . TRAINING : Employees (entrants) should have the understanding, knowledge, skills necessary for the safe performance of their duties : and
know of the space hazards and mode of exposure - absorption & inhalation - and the consequences of same . be aware of available personal protective equipment - face, eye, ear protection .
confined space : cont ; be aware of available barrier protection - gloves, aprons, disposable suits . if necessary, have communication device in case of need to evacuate . be alert to exit confined space when an alarm is activated or a prohibited condition exists . The Johnston Public Schools will provide training and / or re-training when : the job duties change, a new hazard is presented, employee job shows deficiencies .
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JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON HEARING PROTECTION
SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT : the importance of Public Schools recognizes The Johnston safeguarding employees from excessive noise and unwanted sounds . APPLICATION : Where the Occupational Noise Exposure equals or exceeds an 8 hour time-weight of 85 decibels, personal protective equipment will be provided . TESTING : Audiometric testing will be made available to employees who are exposed to 85 decibels or above . PROTECTORS : The protection device should be of proper fit and suitable for the working environment . Single use disposable ear plugs shall be self forming and used only one time . Preformed and molded ear plugs must only be used by the person for which they were intended . INSTRUCTION : Employee must be shown the correct procedure for insertion and removal, insure that they continue to wear them correctly .
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JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON CHEMICAL HAZARD COMMUNICATION
SCHOOL STATEMENT POLICY : The Johnston Public Schools recognizes the importance of safeguarding our employees by reducing chemical source injuries and illnesses by providing information on materials that may be hazardous . ASSESSMENT : Chemicals used in the workplace will be properly identified and labeled . TRAINING : Training will include the following ; Location of Material Safety Data Sheet . How to read the M .S .D .S . sheet . How to protect oneself from chemical illnesses or injuries . Methods of observation - visual appearance and smell for hazards . Emergency procedures . MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS : M .S .D .S . Sheet s provide employees with the specific information on the chemicals used and must contain the following sections ; 1 . CHEMICAL IDENTITY : chemical name and common name . 2 . HAZARDOUS INGREDIENT : composition components, carcinogens, and physical hazards . 3 . PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL IDENTITY : boiling points, solubility, and volatility . 4 . FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA : recommended extinguishing agents and fire fighting methods . 5 . REACTIVITY DATA : incompatibility, reactivity, or decomposing products . 6 . HEALTH HAZARDS : acute and chronic effects, signs and symptoms of exposure, routes of entry, O .S .H .A . exposure limits, and carcinogenicity . 7 . PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE : precautions for leaks and spills . 8 . CONTROL MEASURES : safe handling procedures, and personal protective equipment . LABELING : All containers must be labeled according to the product for which they were designed for . Labels should list the chemical name, type of usage, and hazard warning . EMERGENCY PROCEDURES : 1 . In case of contact or spill refer to M .S .D .S . sheet . 2 . Contac t supervisor and/or emergency personnel .
JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY BY" LOCKOUT"
SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT : the importance of The Johnston Public Schools recognizes and contractors from hazardous energy while safeguarding employees performing services on equipment and machinery by de-energizing and lock out . APPLICATION : Prior to servicing equipment or machinery the energy source must be disconnected and the energy-isolating device must be locked or tagged out to prevent unexpected start-up or the release of stored energy . This procedure is to be followed when : . .machine guards are removed for servicing, . .any part of the workers' body is required to come in contact with the point of operation, . .any part of the workers' body is required to come in contact with a danger zone associated with the machine operating cycle . Exceptions : Routine, repetitive, and integral maintenance service that can be performed using alternative worker protection measures . SOURCE : The energy sources include but are not limited to the following ; & pneumatic . mechanical, electrical, thermal, chemical, hydraulic, PROCEDURE : Shut-Down : . .isolate a circuit element - electrical trip, . .block a control switch, . .release stored energy by opening or removing a control handle, . .secure moving parts Placement of tag-out/lockout device : Lockout/tag-out devices hold the energy isolation device from becoming energized by identifying the device as a source of potential danger . The equipment being worked on may not be operated until the tag-out device is removed by the person who placed it . Removal of tag-out/lockout device : Prior to removal of the tag-out/lockout device and restoring energy to the machinery the following conditions must be adhered to : -Inspection of work area to insure all non-essential items are removed and the components of repaired machinery or equipment are intact and capable of operating properly, . .Verify that the area is safe for employees, . .Notify employees who utilize the equipment that you will be removing the lockout/tag-out device, . .Removal of any such device is to be performed only by the person who attached it .
lockout/tag-out : cont : LOCKOUT DEVICE : Used to lockout electrical energy . TAG-OUT DEVICE : Used when energy can not be isolated DEVICE CONSTRUCTION : . .Any lockout or tag-out device must be the only device used and singularly identified . . .The device must withstand the environment for the duration it will be exposed to . . .The printed information must not deteriorate and remain legible . . .Devices must be standardized according to color, shape, size, print, and format . . .Tag means of attachment must not be reusable . . .Locks must require excessive force for removal . IDENTIFICATION : All devices must placement . clearly identify the person responsible for
Warning must include one of the following : DO NOT START, DO NOT OPEN, DO NOT CLOSE, DO NOT ENERGIZE, OPERATE .
DO NOT
TRAINING : Training will be based upon the employees relationship to the equipment or machinery being serviced, and the degree of knowledge relevant to the hazardous energy that the person must possess . EMPLOYEE : Authorized : Those who are responsible for implemented the energy control procedures . Affected : Those who operate the machinery or equipment . Other : Those who can recognize a lockout or tag-out device when it is enforced along with understanding the purpose and importance of not attempting to operate or use the equipment or machinery .
JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON HAZARDOUS WASTE AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE
COMPLIANCE : The following statement policy and enforcement is mandated by the State of Rhode Island Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Safety A Rhode Island Hazardous Substance Right-To-Know Act@ . SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT : The Johnston Public Schools recognizes the environmental impact hazard chemicals pose to the environment . Therefore, we take precautions to handle chemicals and their waste safely and conscientiously . INSPECTION : Annually, the Department of Labor Division of Occupational Safety Will perform inspections for compliance . APPLICATION : The Johnston Public Schools makes every attempt to use chemicals that are non-toxic, non-flammable, and non-corrosive . EMERGENCY RESPONSE : In emergency response situations where a chemical spill has occurred, workers will be instructed how to use personal protective equipment, how to contain area, and disposal of waste . CHAIN OF COMMAND : In an emergency the following procedure is to be followed : Upon incident, immediate supervisor must be notified . Supervisor shall secure area (s) and notify Facilities . In the event of injury or exposure safety personnel to be notified . Facilities will notify proper City and State Departments . EVACUATION : In the event of chemical leakage or vapor of chemical that pose potential hazard conditions to workers or occupants, we will evacuate the area and notify safety personnel ( Fire and/or Police Department ) . DISPOSAL : In situations where hazard chemicals are required to be discarded, disposal of such will be in accordance with State, Local, and/or Federal laws .
ASTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT : the importance of The Johnston Public Schools recognizes safeguarding employees and contractors from personal injury by utilization of personal protective equipment in hazard conditions, and will provide same at no cost to employees . The usage of personal protective equipment does not eliminate the the hazard, therefore training user on correct methods of the personal protective equipment usage and awareness of potential hazard conditions are the intentions of the Johnston Public Schools . Training aids are available upon request . APPLICATIONS : Personal protective equipment includes protection limited to : head, ears, eyes, face, respiratory, hands, feet, and legs . for, but not torso, arms,
ASSESSMENT : The areas of work-place are assessed to determine if hazards are found that require personal protective equipment . If the likelihood of hazards are found, employees will be required to use the correct personal protective equipment suitable for protection . TRAINING : Prior to employee doing work that would require the use of personal protective equipment the employee will be trained to know when it is necessary to wear the personal protective equipment, what type is necessary, how it is worn, the limitations, and proper care which includes maintenance, useful life, and disposal . HEAD PROTECTION The intent of hard hat protection is required to prevent injuries caused by falling, flying or stationary objects, and electrical shock . The protective wear must resist penetration by using a hard hat with a material hard enough to withstand a blow, and absorb the shock of a blow by incorporating a shock absorbing lining composed of a headband and crown straps to keep the helmet away from the wearer's skull . Conformity to ANSI Z89 .1-1986 . EYE & FACE PROTECTION Eye and face protection is required to prevent injuries from flying objects, acids, liquid chemicals, and caustics, chemical gases and vapors, and light radiation . The protective wear must provide adequate protection for which it is designed for, be reasonable comfortable, fit snugly without interfering with the movements or vision of wearer, be durable, and have the ability to be cleaned and disinfected . Conformity to ANSI Z87 .1-1989
personal protective equipment : cont ; EAR PROTECTION The intent of ear protection is required to reduce excessive noise exposure to prevent hearing damage . The protective wear should depend on the type of noise encountered . Self-forming disposable earplugs - foam, fiberglass wool, or waxed cotton may only be one time and then disposed of . Preformed or molded ear plugs should be fitted specifically for the individual, and should be cleaned after each use . RESPIRATORY PROTECTION The intent of respiratory protection is to control occupational diseases caused by breathing air contaminated with harmful dusts, fumes, fogs, gases, smokes, mists, sprays, vapors, or in oxygen deficient environments . Respirator selection, use, and proper filtration devices are detail found in "respirator" regulations in this manual . TORSO PROTECTION The intent of torso protection is to protect the torso from heat, splashes from hot metals, liquids, and acids, impacts and cuts . Protective clothing applicable to the potential hazard should be worn, such as jackets, disposable suits, vests, long pants, and The material of the protective wear should be of a aprons . composition to provide effective resistance to the hazard . ARM AND HAND PROTECTION The intent of arm and hand protection is to prevent injuries from burns, cuts, electrical shock, and absorption of chemicals . Protective coverings include gloves, hand pads, sleeves, and wristlets . The protective device should be of proper fit . The performance and protection factor should be appropriate for the hazard anticipated . FOOT AND LEG PROTECTION The intent of foot and leg protection is to prevent injuries from falling, rolling, or sharp objects, and hot and wet surfaces . Leggins apply where molten metals or welding sparks are present . Protective footwear - safety shoes must comply with ANSI Z41-1991 . Safety -vests are traffic areas . to VISUAL be worn when working at night or in high
JOHNSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICY ON RESPIRATORS SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT : The Johnston Public Schools recognizes the safeguarding employees by providing respirators contaminant for adequate protection . importance of based upon the
APPLICATION : Employees are required to wear respirators in areas working with particulate, asbestos, lead, or hazardous vapors . MEDICAL : Before a respirator is issued, workers must pass an examination at School expense - to verify that they are physically able to perform the work . SELECTION : Approved respirators ( O .S .H .A ./N .I .O .S .H . ) must be selected on the basis of the hazard to which the worker is exposed . Respirators will be assigned and fit tested to the individual for their exclusive use . TRAINING : The worker must be trained and instructed in the proper use, care, storage, and limitations of the respirator and cartridge used .