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CI'PY OF ROSEMOIINT
EBECUTIVE SLTMMARY FOR ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 6, 1993
AGENDA ITEMz AGENDA SECTION:
APPROVAL OF SAFETY PROCEDURES MANUAL CONSENT
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Since the formation of the Safety Committee in December of 1991 we have
been working to develop a "Safety Procedures Manual. " The manual has been
completed and was reviewed and revised by department heads and is now ready
for your appraval. This manual, should you choose to adopt it, would be
the foundation for all departments' individual safety policies and
procedures, and also lay the groundwork for an ongoing safety program.
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PHONE (6t2)423-447i ' 2975�145th Street West.Rosemount,Minnssota ` MAYOH
FAX (612)42&5203 Mailing Addresa: Edward 8.McMsnomy
P.O.Box 510,RosemouM,Minneeota 85068-0510 COUNCIIMEMBERS
Sheila Klasaen
. James(Re�Staats
Harry Wilioox
Dennis�ppertnann
ADMiNISTRATOR
Stephan Jilk
Dear Fellow Employeec
The Safety Procedures Manual provided to you wi11 allow you to
learn about the policies and procedures your safety committee is
recommending to help insure a safe working environment for all of
us . In following the policies and procedures set out in the
manual we will all become proactive in preventing rather than
reacting to accidents in our workplace.
I believe the City is responsible in leading the way to a safer
-- - workplace and a safety program. Please join your supervisor in
- insuring that all operations performed a�e done with concerns for
your own safety and that of others around you.
I hope that you will always be willing to share suggestions and
ideas with your supervisor and with member� of the employee
safety committee on how we can make our workplace a safer
environment. _ _ _ _
Thank you for your continued in,terest in safet� on the job and
continued effort in working with these policies and procedures.
Sincerely, :
Stephan Jilk
City Administrator
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PURPOSE
The Safety Program
The City shall endeavor, through its Safety Program, to assist all departments
in their efforts to maintain a safe and healthy work place; provide safe working
equipment; inform employees of proper work habits and procedures which will
maximize the potential of an accident free work environment; monitor the
existence of proper first aid and emergency equipment and procedures as well
as employee knowledge and training in the use of such equipment and
procedures; and, ensure the availability and speedy access of city employees to
emergency medical services in the event of an accident or medical emergency.
THE CITY SAFETY PROGRAM WILL PROVIDE:
1. SAFETY INSPECTIONS of the work place enviranment, machines and
equipment, procedures and work habits, as well as access to first aid
and emergency medical support access.
2. INCIDENT OR COMPLAINT REVIEW of specific work locations,
accidents or injuries, machines or equipment, recommended work habits
or procedures to be carried out in the event of a losstime accident, a
reported or suspected health hazard, an employee complaint or a
supervisor's request.
3. SAFETY AND PROTECTION PROCEDTJRES which make known to
employees the existence of potential health hazards, proper protective
procedures, safety rules and requirements, as well as emergency
procedures.
4. SAFETY EDUCATION PROGRAMS which provide safety information
and training to employees through demonstrations, training sessions, and
verbal and written communications.
5. SAFETY ENFORCEMENT through managers and supervisors who are
knowledgeable in safety procedures, who promulgate safety attitudes,
and who publish and enforce compliance with employee safety rules and
regulatioris within the sphere of their work authonty.
RESPONSIBILITIES
City Administrator
The City Administrator is provided with the authority to establish, promulgate
and enforce City-wide Safety rules and regulations, and is responsible for the
management of a City-wide safety program.
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Safety Coordinator
The Safety Coordinator sha11 direct all recommendations for modification to
safety policies, procedures, standards, and practices to the City Administrator.
The Safety Coordinator chairs all meetings of the employee safety committee;
develops and administers an employee communication forum and complaint
procedure designed to ensure that the City is responsive to employee concerns.
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Em�lovee Safety Committee
The Employee Safety Committee shall serve as an advisory committee to the
Safety Coordinator on all rnatters related to the City safety program, including:
review and development of safety policies and procedures; safety enforcement
through coordination of safety activities of city department heads and
supervisors; responsible for compliance and communication of a specific area
of the safety program, provide a forum for employee discussion of safety
matters; establish and chair subcommittees in areas of specific safety program
respansibility, as necessary; and provide input into the City's safety program.
De�artment Heads and Supervisors
Department heads and supervisors shall be responsible for instructing
employees within their departments on safe practices to be observed in the
workplace, and enforcing safety standards and requirements to the best of their
ability and authority. Department heads and supervisors shall also be
responsible for developing and maintaining up to date safety policies and
procedures for his or her respective department.
Employees
Each employee is expected to place safe wark practices and identification of
unsafe conditions as the highest priority while performing their work duties.
Each employee's safety commitment includes, but is not limited to the
following:
- Using appropriate safety equipment.
- Weanng required dress/umform and footwear. �
- Warning co-workers of unsafe conditions or practices they are engaged
in which could lead to or cause an accident.
� Operating equipment o� after receiving proper training.
- Reporting defective or damaged equipment.
- Reporting dangerous or unsafe conditions that exist in the workplace as
well as throughout the City.
- Reporting of all injuries and accidents.
- Taking proper protective measures to minimize unsafe conditions that
could present a hazard to the public resulting from City work.
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`. - Maintaining tools and equipment in a proper manner, to ensure that they .
� are in the best possible condition during usage.
Police Officers and Firefighters
The City realizes that no single policy can address all of the circumstances to
wluch police officers and firefighters are subject. Many of the tasks
undertaken by police officers and firefighters are potentially hazardous to
themselves as well as the public and they should exercise appropriate
precaution in such potentially hazardous situadons.
Seasonal Employees
All safety procedures and policies apply to all employees of the City,
regardless of the number of hours worked. However, the following special
considerations are highlighted for seasonal employees;
- No seasonal employee shall operate a City-owned motor vehicle without
authorization from the appropriate supervisor.
- All seasonal employees are required to report to work in appropriate
attire for the department in which they are employed.
- When applicable, seasonal employees shall be provided instructian in the
fallowing areas: _
- Injury/accident reporting procedures;
- Availability and usage of safety equipment; '
- Instruction on operation of equipment; "'
- Awareness of City and department safety rules and regulations.
. _ - - _ PROCEDURES :_�..-_�—._...:-_-�-�- __ - _ _ -
Employee Safety Com,�laint Procedure
Any employee of the City of Rosemount who has a complaint or concern
relative to unsafe or potentially unsafe working conditions may follow this
procedure to seek resolution to this concern.
1. The employee shall discuss the safety complaint or concern with their
immediate supervisor in an attempt for resolution.
2. If the employee is not satisfied with the resolution through the informal
process, the employee may file a formal complaint.
3. In filing a formal complaint, the employee shall reduce the concern to
writing on the "Safery Concern and Complaint Form" and forward
copies of the written complaint to:
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Immediate Supervisor i
. . Department Head ;
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4. Upon receipt of a formal safety complaint, the department head, or their
designee, shall meet with the employee to hear and consider the
employee's safety complaint. The department head shall take steps to
investigate the employee's complaint and take any necessary actions,
such as: j
a. Issue advisories or directives to employees, supervisors, or
directors, to enforce compliance with existing safety procedures,
rules and regulations, and/or
b. Take action appropriate to the authority of the department
head/designee to resolve the employee complaint, andlor
c. Refer the employee complaint that it is the conclusion of the
department head/designee that the complaint provides no basis for
Ciry action.
The department head/designee shall issue, in a timely manner, a formal
- respans��=zo�the-employee witt�--a copy to the Safety Coardinator. -
5. If the employee is not satisfied with the complaint resolution at the
- depa.rtment head level or with the pro�ress of the complaint process, the
employee may submit the compiaint to the Safety Coordinator for
revrew by the Safety �ommittee. The committee as a whole shall
review, as necessary, and issue a written statement of disp�sition of the
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6. If the employee is not satisfied with the disposition of the complaint by
the Safety Committee, the employee may request a review with the City
Administrator. The decision of the City Administrator shall be final.
Personal Injury and/or Vehicle Accident Reporting Procedure
All work-related injuries and accidents involving a City-owned vehicle or personal -
vehicle used while attending a City business should be reported irnmediately to the
�ppropriate supervisor. The below listed forms must be completed and turned in ta
the Insurance Department within 48 hours of an injury or accident.
1. Supervisor's Report of Injury/Illness• Should be completed by the
supervisor when any of his/her employees are injured on the�ob.
2. First Re�ort of Injury To Be Com�leted by Em�lo,yee• Should be
completed in detail by the injured employee.
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3. Orignnal Firsf Report of Injury Fvrm: This report should be completed
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4. Medical Authorization/Treatment Form: In the event medical attention
is required, the injured employee should take this form to the rnedical
faciliry for completion by the physician. Employees should advise the
attending physician that this is a work related in�ury, and the bill should
be sent directly to the City of Rosemount. If it is not possible for the
injured employee to take this form with him/her, then the attending
physician's form of similar nature should be turned into the employee's
supervisor.
5. Accident Report Form: In the event of any type of aecident, no matter
how minor, this form should be completed by the employee involved
and �iven to his/her supervisor.
6. Automobiie Loss Notice: This form must be completed when there is
any type of automobile accident or loss is over $250. This form should
be completed by the employee and given to his/her supervisor.
7. Minnesota Motor Vehicle Accident Re�ort: This form should be
completed when there is any type of automobile accident with a loss of
$g�0 or mare. The employee involved in the accident completes this
report and gives it to his/her supervisor.
8. Incident Re�aort Damag.es Und�r $250: This form should be completed
by an employee when there is any type of accident whether it be
automobile, general liability or property loss with a value under $250.
This_report shoulcl be given xo. his/her supervisor. �___ r_:_
Safet,Y Inspections
Safety inspections of buildings, equipment, park and recreation facilities and
playground equipment, etc., shall be performed on a regulax basis on an
established inspections list. Records of such inspections shall be maintained by
the appropriate department. The Safety Coordinator, and/or safety committee
member responsible for the coordination of the City's safety inspections
program, may at any time review the inspection records and participate in
inspections of facilities.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS
General Lirnitation
The following safety standards are not intended to operate in conflict with any
applicable state or federal law.
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The Safety Coordinator and Department Head, upon written request, may '
waive or modify a procedure, other than those prescribed by law, if it is '
`determined that in a specific situation the safety procedure is inappropriate or
that following the procedure rnay constitute an unsafe condition.
General Safety Standards
These standards are intended as an overall common sense and practical guide
to employee safety. All employees shall adhere to these standards.
Supervisors have the authority to enforce the following safety standards:
1. Follow all prescribed safety procedures.
2. Observe safety precautions and report unsafe conditions or equipment to
the appropriate supervisor.
3. Understand how to do a job safely. If you do not know how to do a
job safely, notify the appropriate supervisor.
4. Keep alert. Avoid risking personnel and equipment to save a little time.
5. Report a11 accidents and injuries to your supervisor.
6. Whenever possible use grounded or U.L. approved electrical equipment,
extension cords and hand tools which are in good condition.
7. Sound a warning when moving trucks or other equipment, be cerkain
that the path of mnvement is clear. -
8. Public works and parks maintenance employees shall wear sturdy work
shoes, in good repair. Safety shoes with steel toes are encouraged.
Canvas shoes, sandals, thongs or similar footwear shall not be worn by
these employees.
9. Employees shall wear clothing appropriate to their work environment. In
ma.intaining safe working conditions, departments should determine what
clothing is appropriate for the work to be performed.
Consideration should be given on days of extreme heat or cold:
10. Wear approved safety vests when working in hazardous traffic areas, or
other areas where an employee might face personal hazard from
vehicles.
11. Wear hard hats on all jabs where there is a danger of being struck by
falling or moving objects and in all designated areas.
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12. Wear approved eye protection when chipping, operating a jackhammer,
drilling, grinding or whenever an eye in�ury hazard exists.
I3. Return protective equipment to its proper storage area after use.
Office Safetv
Office work can be more dangerous than is commonly thought and many .
accidents occur during ordinary office routine. Therefore, the following rules
and regulations should be observed to ensure office safety:
l. Each employee is responsible to insure that his/her desk andlor work
area is clean and orderly.
2. Every employee should be extra cautious when coming to a door that
opens into his/her walk way. Be careful when pushing such a door and
slow down when coming to a "BLIND" corner.
� 3. All file, desk and table drawers shall be kept closed when not in use.
Never open more than one file drawer at a time, and make sure that all
cabinet drawers are closed:
- 4. Do not overload file-drawers of unsecured file cabinets. When
practical, all file cabinets should be secured. Pull all drawers out slowly
' to insure they will not pull out and fall'.
5. Furniture such as tables, desks and chairs must be maintained in good
__ working condition. Never use chairs, desks or other office furniture as
make-shift ladders. USE A STEP STOOL OR LADDER. '
6. Use a sponge or other wetting device for envelopes. Paper cuts can also
be very painful and sometimes lead to infections. Use a rubber finger
guard when working with stacks of paper.
7. Keep the blades of the paper cutter closed and locked when not in use.
Be sure all scissors, letter openers and other sharp objects are used
properly and guarded.
8. Be sure all electrical equipment is grounded and the cord is in good
condition. If a machine causes a shock or starts to smoke, unplug it and
report the defective device immediately to your supervisorldepartment
head.
9. Avoid connecting more than two cords to each electrical outlet.
10. Make sure that alI office machines are always turned off before they are
cleaned or adjusted.
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11. Do not place any supplies in awkward or difficult places to reach. Be ;
sure all material is stored on a firm and level surface. Ail materials
stored overhead should be secured and a toe board provided to prevent
objects from rolling over the edge.
12. Do not carry boxes or reports stacked`higher than one can see over.
13. Keep all aisles clear so that adequate space is provided to walk through.
Be sure all floor areas are free of obstruction, cords or spills.
14. Extension cords should not be run across aisles or walkways. All cords
should be properly grounded and inspected for kinks, worn insulation
and exposed strands.
15. Be sure all pins, razors, thumbtacks and other pointed tools are properly
stored.
16. Be sure each area has sufficient lighting for work and for safety.
17. Return all tools and equipment to their proper place when not in use.
18. _ Use_hand;rail when going up or down stairs.
19. Be familiar with fire/emergency escape routes and sheltex areas, and the
location of a11 fire extinguishers.
20. Be familiar with the types of chemicals used in each work area. Know
the dangers and treatment of chemicals that you may come in contact
with.
�l. Use proper lifting techniques, procedures and common sense when _
handling heavy objects. DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK FOR HELP.
22. Know the location of all first aid kits and first aid procedures.
General Housekee�ing Standards
Good housekeeping procedures are essentially the application of care and
common sense. It is each employee's responsibility to ensure that the
�vor�kplace is properly maintained.
Employees shalL•
1. Maintain all work areas and vehicles in as orderly a manner as
permitted by the nature of the immediate work being performed.
2. Take necessary steps to keep work areas free of tripping hazards.
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3. Take necessary steps ta properly dispose of combustible materials and
keep work areas clear of unnecessary litter.
4. Take adequate precautions to reduce hazards from overhead storage of
materials.
5. Properly and frequently dispose of garbage, combustibles, flammables
and other hazardous waste in accordance with applicable standards.
Suitable containers shall be provided for collecting and separating waste,
oily rags, trash, etc. Covers are recommended for containers used for
garbage, combustibles and flammables. Cigarette refuse should be
deposited in designated receptacles.
6. Store material that is relatively heavy, such as pipe, steel stock, boards,
ladders, ete., horizontally or properly secured to prevent falling or
sliding.
Miscellaneous Housekeeping:
1. Fire eacits must be well-marked and unobstructed.
2. Signs should be posted in areas requiring specific personal safety
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Motor Vehicle O�eration
All drivers of City-owned vehicles and those using personal vehicles while
_ _ attending to City l�usiness, shall comply with all-applicable laws of the StateS -
as well as any additional regulations of the �ity. Eri�rgency vehicles
operating under emergency situations are exempted from the usual motor
vehicle laws and rules but are required to exercise due caution and care in
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Proper driver care includes, but is not limited to:
l. All employees of the City of Rosemount are required to camply with the
Minnesota Seat Belt law while operating or riding in a City-owned,
motor-operated vehicle, or operating a personal vehicle while attending -
to City business.
2. Employees shall not drive a City vehicle unless they possess a valid
Minnesota Driver's license as designated for that vehicle.
3. No employee shall operate a vehicle or other equipment unless properly
trained and qualified in its operation.
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4. Drivers shall be alert, careful and courteous toward pedestrians and i
other drivers and comply with all applicable motor vehicle laws and �
regulations.
5. Vehicles or equipment shall not be used in a manner for which they are
not designed.
6. Exercise caution and provide a warning when changing direction of
travel. The operator must know what is directly in the path of motion.
7. Motor vehicles or accessory equipment shall not knowingly be operated
in a dangerous or defective condition. If problems cannot be corrected
immediately, notify the supervisor in charge.
8. When refueling vehicles, the engine must be turned off and no lighted
smoking materials can be within fifty (50) feet of the refueling area.
9. Vehicles left unattended must be properly secured against accidental
rnovement, theft, and unauthorized use (for example, motor off, power
take-off equipment inoperable, power buckets and shovels "grounded").
10. Before initial daily use of a vehicle, the driver shall inspect the vehicle
-for visible damage, indperable lights,`loose hardware, under-inflated
tires, or any other noticeable condition which may create an unsafe
situation. _�- -
11. Each driver shall be responsible far the proper securing of loads and
observing appropriate weight limitations for the vehicle.
12. All accidents and injuries must be reported to your supervisor
immediately.
13. Consumption of alcoholic beverages or narcotics immediately prior to
the operation of a City-owned vehicle is prohibited.
14. No more than three persons should ride in the front seat of any vehicle.
15. Do not ride on any portion of a motor grader, tractor or similar
equipment except as the driver or operator.
16. Do not ride in the truck bed or box.
Driver Eli ibilitX
Drivers of City-owned vehicles operated on the public roadways shall have a
valid Minnesota driver's license.
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If a City employee has his/her driver's license suspended/revokedlcancelled ar
restricted by the State of Minnesota, the employee rnust immediately notify the
� appropriate supervisor and the Director of P�rsonneL The Director of
Personnel and the appropriate supervisor(sj shall review the driving record and
provide a determination on eligibility to operate a city-owned vehicle. If the
Personnel Director learns an employee has not complied with the above
reporting requirement, appropriate disciplinary action may be taken.
A Driving Record shall be obtained and reviewed on each City employee as
follows:
l. Prior to an employee beginning employment.
2. Whenever an employee is involved in an accident involving a Ciry-
owned vehicle.
3. Whenever an employee reports he/she is operating on a restricted
driver's license or has had his/her driver's license
suspended/revoked/cancelled by the State of Minnesota.
4. Annually.
Special Ec�uiv�men_t _ - _ _ _: _ _-,- ; :
- 5peeial equtpmen� such as tractors, hi-lifts, high rangers, graders, plows,
- - cranes, backhoes, street sweepers, or any unit which has special devices add�d
for specific types of work will require instruction prior to operation by a
driver.
Passengers in special equipment sha11 ride only in seats designed for
passengers.
Operation of Internal Combustion Engines Indoors
To avoid the buildup of toxic or irritating fumes indoors, the operation of
unvented internal combustion engines should be limited, and if possible
avoided, inside a building. If it is necessary to run a motor operated vehicle
inside a building, the building must be adequately ventilated.
Safet,y Ec�uipment
It is the City's intent to provide all necessary personal protective equiprnent
required in performing routine operations. Requests for equipment not
immediately available should be directed to the immediate supervisor. It shall
be the responsibility of each employee to wear the appropriate proper
protective equipment. Each employee shall be responsible for proper storage
and maintenance of safety equipment in good-working order.
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Any defects in the safety equipment should be reported, as soon as possible, to �
the immediate supervisor.
Respirators
All respirators shall routinely be inspected. A respirator that is not routinely
used but is kept for emergency use shall be roudnely inspected.
Headsets - Prohibited
The use of personal headset radios or tapeplayers by employees shall not be
permitted.
Com�ressed Gas - Handling and Storage
The following requirements apply to the use, handling and storage of
compressed gas cylinders:
L STORAGE: Store cylinders at least twenty (20) feet from highly
combustible materials. Cylinders must be used and stored in an upright
position. Oxygen and acetylene cylinders must not be stored within
twenty (20) feet af each other unless kep� within an approved barrier or
- "in use° on a welding rig:--�?fl not store cylinders in enclosed structures
such as a locker, or near sources of heat, open flames, sparks, etc. If it
is necessary to store cylinders near heat sources, fire resistant shields _
must be used.
2. LABELING: Cylinders must be labeled witl� visible letters indicating
contents.
3. VALVES: When a cylinder is not in use or is empty the valves must
be closed. Valves must be opened by hand and not with hammers,
wrenches, etc. The valve cap must be in place when the cylinder is not
in use. Valves, regulators, and other equipment must be clean and free
of oils and grease.
4. INSPECTION: Cylinders must be inspected for flaws or damage.
Defective cylinders may not be used. Only cylinders properly equipped,
maintained and otherwise meeting applicable standards shall be used.
Confined 5pace Entry
A City employee may not enter or work in any manhole until all of the
following conditions are met:
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1. No employee shall enter a confined space unless properly trained and
has a complete understanding of the "City of Rosemount Minimum
Compliance Confined Space Entry Policy".
2. All employees who enter a confined space will comply with all
conditions of the °City of Rosemount Minimum Comphance Confined
Space Entry Policy".
3. SAFETY: There shall be at least one other ernployee in the immediate
vicinity of the work site who is aware of the general nature of the work
to be performed, trained in proper safety procedures and prepared to
offer emergency assistance if necessary. Such employee shall be
equipped with a safety device, as provided, to facilitate the retrieval of
an employee under emergency conditions. This device must remain
operable for the entire time that the employee is working within the
manhole. The employee must be familiar with proper use of the device.
4. TRAFEIC: Proper precautions must be taken to guard the work site
from traffic hazards. Such precautions should take into account the
degree of traffic hazard encountered. For traffic control in short-term
work zones, employees should use "Traffic Control for Short Term
Street or Highway Work Zones, Appendix B" to insure proper traffic
- - = - control applications. Also see Public Safety-Concerns sections for - ---- -
additional information.
- 5. EQUTPMENT: Suitable equipment, in proper`working order, shall be
provided to test for air quality, including explosive gas. oxygen
=_� c�eficiency and toxic gas. `Where circumstances warrant, provisions shall - --
be made to clear the structure of dangerous gas or fumes. Individuals
- called upon to conduct such tests shall be familiar with required
equipment and procedures.
6. ENTRY: Before entering the manhole, the steps shall be visually
checked for soundness. If there is a question as to the safety of the
steps, a ladder should be used. All confined space sha11 be tested for air
quality prior to entry.
7. COVERS: Employees should exercise care and proper technique in
removing and sliding covers. °
$. SMOKING: No smoking is permitted in the immediate vicinity of an
open manhole.
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Welding. Cutting, Brazin� '
l. CYLINDERS AND CONTAINERS: A valve protection cap, collar, or
recess to protect the valve is required if the cylinder has a water weight
capacity of over thirty (30) pounds. If a fixed hand wheel is not
provided, a key, handle, or non-adjustabie wrench must be on the valve
system while the cylinder is in service. The valve must be opened
slightly and then closed prior to attaching the regulator. Fuel gas valves
must not be cracked near any possible ignition source. No person may
be in front of an open outlet.
Cylinders must not be located where they might become a part of an
electrical circuit. Stored oxygen cylinders must be separated from fuel
gas cylinders or combustibles by a least twenty (20) feet or, a
noncombustible barrier of at least 5, feet high with a l/2 hour fire-
resistance rating.
If a cylinder is leaking, move it to a safe area at once and call the
supplier immediately. Mark the cylinder "LEAKING DO NOT USE -
STAY AWAY", to warn others.
Gauges on oxygen regulators must be marked: "USE NO OIL".
Practices such as tapping an electrode against a cyiinder to strike an arc
are prohibited. - - ---
2. HOSES; Only approved hoses may be used for oxygen and fuel gases.
Defective hoses must be repaired or replaced. If a parallel length of
oxygen and acetylene hose are taped to avoid tangling, not more than
four (4) inches of every twelve (12) inches of length may be covered
with tape. �
3. ARC WELDING: Electrode holders not in use must be placed so that
they cannot make electrical contact with people, conducting objects,
fuel, or compressed gas. The electrode cable should not be coiled or
looped about the operator, and cables must not have splices within ten -
(10) feet of the holder.
Cables with damaged insulation or exposed conductors must be replaced.
Adequate grounding is required.
Employees must receive adquate training and instruction and be
qualified.
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4. VENTILATION: Adequate ventilation must be provided for the
operation being performed.
5. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION: If the object to be welded
cannot be moved, all movable fire hazards in the vicinity must be
moved. If this cannot be done, guards are recommended to confine heat
and sparks. Suitable fire extinguishing equipment must be readily
available.
Floors must be kept clear of combustible materials for a radius of thirty-
five (35) feet from any welding or cutting. If combustibles cannot be
removed or avoided, special precautions as defined under OSHA must
be followed.
No welding, cutting or other hot work is permitted on closed containers
until they have been thoroughly cleaned and inspected.
Welding is NOT permitted: 1) in unauthorized areas; 2) under unsafe
conditions; 3) until an unauthorized area has been inspected by the
responsible authority.
6. PERSONAL PROTECTNE EQUIPMENT: Proper eye and face
- --r -LL, - � � protection, and protective welding clothing, suited to the operation being
performed must be provided and used.
� �� Froper precautions-�must be observed by all personnel su�jeet to h:azards
from welding activities. Appropriate precautions must be taken to
- - protect passersby and other.geop�e in the area from welding flashes. _
7. TRAINING: No person may-er�gage in any form of welding or related
activity unless properly trained in welding or related techniques.
OSHA Requirements
All installations, operations, procedures, etc. must comply with appropriate
OSHA specifications and regulations. In some instances, City standards may
be more restrictive than OSHA standards. If a safety standard is found to be
in conflict with OSHA, the OSHA standard sha11 supercede this policy. Any
provision or procedure in this manual which is found to be contrary to required
OSHA regulations should be brought to the immediate attention of the Safety
Coordinator.
Employee Right-To-Know
Specific information on the proper handling and storage of specific gases,
hazardous chemicals or other products used by the City should be obtained
from the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the specific product.
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These policies are intended as a general procedure and not intended to
specifically address the handling and storage of each specific hazardous
: chemical and product used by the City. FOR SPECIFIC INFURMATION OF
AN ITEM REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE MSDS SHEET.
Trainin�/Instruction
Each departrnent shall be responsible for providing appropriate training and/or
instruction to employees to provide the employee with the-necessary knowledge
to do the job safely and efficiently.
Employees should request instruction or training for tasks and equipment of
whieh they are unfamiliar.
Each department shall be respansible for developing specific safety standards
and procedures specific to their department.
Public Safety Concerns
Whenever operations are taking place in streets, parks, parkways, sidewalks or
other public areas, appropriate precautions should be taken to provide a safe
environment for the public and the workers. Praper signing should be used to
warn traffic of a work area. When possible, lighted barricades shall be used
for overnight protection. If there is not adequate visibility for drivers
appr-oaching a work area, a flagperson shall be utilized.
Where an unusual situation e�sts that cannot be easily resolved, or when
personal injury or damage to equipment or property occurs as a-resu�t of - -
operations, contact the responsible supervzsor immediately.
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