UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN – STEVENS POINT

SAFETY ORIENTATION

Environmental Health & SafetyReviewed and updated 3/31/2020

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

1 Accident Reporting…………………………………………………………..3

2 Asbestos Awareness………………………………………………………….3

3 Blood Borne Pathogens………………………………………………………5

4 Confined Space Entry Awareness....................................................................6

5 Emergency Procedures……………………………………………………….8

6 Ergonomics…………………………………………………………………...8

7 Fire Extinguisher Safety Training…………………………………………….9

8 Hazard Communication………………………………………………………12

9 Hazardous Material (HazMat – DOT)………………………………………..18

10 Hazardous Waste……………………………………………………………...19

11 Hoisting Equipment…………………………………………………………..19

12 Housekeeping…………………………………………………………………19

13 Ladder Safety/Fall Prevention………………………………………………...20

14 Lead Awareness……………………………………………………………….20

15 Lockout/Tagout Awareness…………………………………………..……......21

16 Manual Lifting...............................................................................................…23

17 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)...........................................................…25

18 Powered Industrial Vehicles …………………………………………………..26

19 Tornado/Severe Weather Response................................................................…26

20 Other Information..........................................................................................…27

21 Quiz……………………………………………………………………………28

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ACCIDENT REPORTING

Employees who are performing work for the University and on UWSP payroll system are covered under Worker’s Compensation for work-related injuries. Injuries must be reported to supervisors immediately. The closest medical facility is St. Michael’s Hospital. In the event of a medical emergency call 911 or Protective Services (x3456). The injured employee and the supervisor must complete worker’s compensation injury reports for any work-related injury. https://www.uwsp.edu/hr/Pages/Benefits/workers-compensation.aspx These forms must be submitted to the Risk Management Department within 24 hours. An accident investigation will be conducted for every injury. For additional information, or worker’s compensation packets, call Worker’s Compensation Coordinator x2618 or Risk Management Director x2320.

ASBESTOS AWARENESS

What Is Asbestos? Asbestos is a collective name given to minerals that occur naturally and are found in the earth’s crust. Small amounts of asbestos may be found throughout the ambient environment. Asbestos is a material that is very resistant to heat and corrosive chemicals. In general, any building constructed before 1980 may likely have asbestos containing material (ACM) as it was widely utilized in the past due to its resilient properties. UWSP buildings contain a wide variety of asbestos-containing building materials (see examples below). A large percentage of public buildings and even private homes built before 1980 contain asbestos products. Asbestos is managed at UWSP by following our Asbestos Management Program (see UWSP Asbestos Management Plan). UWSP ensures abatement projects follow asbestos management regulations and that other activities do not disturb asbestos still in place.

Un-Milled Mineral Asbestos (Chrysotile) ACM Steam Insulation Sign For Regulated Area

Typically, asbestos appears as a whitish, fibrous material which may release fibers that range in texture from course to silky; however, airborne fibers that may cause health damage may be too small to see with the naked eye. Heaviest exposures occur in the construction industry, particularly during the removal of asbestos during renovation or demolition and during manufacturing of asbestos containing products and asbestos mining.

Examples of Materials That Could Contain Asbestos:

Acoustical material (e.g., plaster, transite board, etc)

Adhesives, caulks, glazing, mastics Ceiling tiles

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Thermal System Insulation (TSI) (e.g., pipe insulation, duct insulation)

Fire-rated asbestos core doors Some plasters. Joint/spackling compound

Boiler/Furnace insulation Fire-stop material Lamp (insulation)

Chalkboards Floor tile (especially 9”) and mastic Some spackling compounds

Cooling towers Hair dryers (insulating material) Asbestos cement

Surfacing material on walls or ceilings Heating pads Siding

Textured surfacing material HVAC duct connectors Textured paints and coatings

Transite panels (e.g.: garage, fume hood walls, etc.)

Fire-resistant drywall Brake pads / Clutch disks

Electrical insulation and wiring Theatrical (fire) curtains Roofing shingles and adhesives

Fire-proofing material Roofing materials Vinyl sheet flooring

Fire-protective clothing

What Are the Dangers of Asbestos Exposure?

Exposure to asbestos may cause asbestosis (scarring of the lungs resulting in loss of lung function that often progresses to disability and to death); mesothelioma (cancer affecting the membranes lining the lungs and abdomen); lung cancer; and cancers of the esophagus, stomach, colon, and rectum. Asbestos enters the body through inhalation or ingestion. Asbestos is primarily hazardous when breathed into the body. Therefore, preventing the material from becoming a dust is the critical exposure control measure. The symptoms of asbestos-induced diseases generally do not appear for 10, 20, or even 40 or more years after initial exposure.

Friable asbestos is defined as being easily turned into a dust with only finger pressure. Most uncovered, dilapidated thermal system insulation is in this category. Non-friable asbestos does not meet this definition. However, non-friable material may become friable material by sanding, drilling, cutting, breaking, etc. ACM floor tile is an example of non-friable material. Friable material is the more hazardous form of ACM.

According to the National Institute of Health: “Many studies have shown that the combination of smoking and asbestos exposure is particularly hazardous. Smokers who are also exposed to asbestos have a greatly increased risk of lung cancer. However, smoking combined with asbestos exposure does not appear to increase the risk of mesothelioma.”

What Protections Are Mandatory?

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued regulations covering asbestos exposure in general industry and construction. Both standards set a maximum exposure limit and include provisions for engineering controls and respirators, protective clothing, exposure monitoring, hygiene facilities and practices, warning signs, labeling, recordkeeping, and medical exams. OSHA’s exposure limit for asbestos is 0.1 f/cc, 8-hour time-weighted average. UWSP follows a practice endorsed by the U.S. EPA known as: Management (Of Asbestos) In Place. The goal is to maintain existing asbestos containing material (ACM) in a stable condition rather than removal of asbestos for the sake of removing asbestos. The mere presence of asbestos does not constitute a hazard. If the ACM is maintained and undisturbed there is no exposure or risk to a building's occupants. Exposure may occur

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when the ACM is sanded, ground (using a grinder), abraded, or otherwise disturbed during maintenance operations, remodeling, abuse, or some other activity. Asbestos abatement is a routine occurrence in facilities such as UWSP. Specific asbestos procedures may be found in UWSP’s Asbestos Management Program. See UWSP Asbestos Management Plan for further details.

Key issues to remember about asbestos safety:• Practice consistent pre-assessment of your work area if performing maintenance activities which may

disrupt asbestos containing building materials. Utilize the WALMS system (see below).

• Report all suspect materials and questions to your Supervisor.

• Damaged suspected or known materials - leave alone and report to your Supervisor. Restrict access to the area as needed (caution tape).

• EHS will have asbestos sampling conducted where needed. Contact 2320.

• Abatement and repair work typically are contracted with outside approved contractor.

• See Wisconsin Asbestos Lead Management System (WALMS) - http://walms.doa.state.wi.us/ for detailed asbestos inventory of UWSP buildings. USER ID = UWSP; PASSWORD = 1848. Select desired Building in top of screen, click “Material Inventory by Room” under Standard Reports, click “Display Report” right center.

• Regulated areas: Areas that are being abated will be regulated and only authorized persons may enter a regulated area following safety practices. Warning signs must be displayed at each regulated area.

• Ensure all individuals receive appropriate and required training. EHS offers 2-hour asbestos awareness training. Anyone interested in asbestos-related issues may attend. Employees who may be exposed to asbestos on the job are required to attend (maintenance individuals, building managers, etc.) and have an annual refresher. This training is free of charge to the department. Call 2320 for details. Individuals required to do basic work directly with asbestos (small repairs) must attend the 16-hour Operations and Maintenance class (contact EHS 2320).

BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS - AWARENESS

Bloodborne pathogens (BBP) are microorganisms such as viruses or bacteria that are carried in blood and may cause disease in people. Bloodborne pathogens include: Malaria; Syphilis; Hepatitis B (HBV); and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

Bloodborne pathogen waste will carry the following red or orange label:

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OSHA enacted a bloodborne pathogen standard to help reducing workplace incidence of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Blood is the most important source of HIV transmission in the workplace setting.

Employees who may encounter occupational exposure must be offered HBV vaccination within 10 working days of initial assignment. Job classifications with potential occupational exposure to blood or potentially infectious materials have been identified and listed at UWSP BBP Exposure Control Plan. See UWSP Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan and check with your supervisor about scheduling this vaccination series.

Particular Disease SymptomsHBV is a disease of the liver. Symptoms may be non-existent or may be flu-like and, in addition, may include jaundice (characterized by a yellowing of the skin). Infection with HBV also puts an individual at risk of acquiring other liver diseases. HBV is considered to be much more infectious than HIV. The HBV virus may survive in blood up to 7 days outside the body. The 3-shot vaccine series for HBV is very safe and effective.

HIV is a progressive degradation of the body’s immune system for which there is no cure or vaccine. The onset of HIV infection may yield flu-like symptoms or no symptoms at all. AIDS is the stage in HIV infection in which the body’s immune system gradually declines placing the individual at risk of various illnesses and infections. HIV survives only a few hours in dry environments.

Methods of TransmissionBlood is the principle infectious material and any incident in which blood is exchanged from one individual to another has the potential to result in infection. The best methods to reduce the chance of infection are to avoid high-risk behaviors such as unsafe sex, the sharing of hypodermic needles, and to use safe work practices in the workplace. This means treating all blood and bodily fluids as contaminated and handling them accordingly.

All equipment and working surfaces need to be cleaned and decontaminated after contact with blood or other potentially infectious bodily fluids or materials. EHS suggests that all offices have a “blood-spill kit” available. These may be purchased through UWSP Central Stores. The kit contains plastic gloves, a towel to wipe up the spill, an antiseptic towel, and plastic disposal bag. Hands should be washed with soap and running water after contact with any potential infectious material.

Exposure ControlIn the event of a potentially infectious exposure, clean the exposed area (hands, face, etc) immediately and notify your supervisor and either EHS, Personnel, or Protective Services. EHS will assist in determining if medical attention is necessary. If EHS is not available, proceed to Saint Michael’s emergency room (or the closest emergency room available) to determine if additional medical attention is required. Notify Protective Services at X3456 during off hours.

For work-related exposure incidents, the exposed employee and their Supervisor must complete the following Worker’s Comp injury reports within 24 hours: “Employee’s Work Injury and Illness Report (UWS/OSLP-1Emp); "Employer's First Report of Injury" form (WKC-12); and "Supervisor's Accident Analysis and Prevention" form (UWS/OSLP-2). In addition, a “Determination of Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids” (WKC-8165) must be completed. Contact your supervisor or call X2618 for forms or assistance in completing the forms.

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Form WKC-8165 should be presented to the attending physician when seeking medical assistance. If the health care provider has an equivalent form, it may be used in place of WKC-8165. The evaluating physician should provide the employee with a written opinion within 15 days after completion of the evaluation. Contact EHS Department for assistance in obtaining this information as needed.

If the attending physician determines that source testing is warranted, he/she will contact the source individual for consent. If consent is obtained, the source individual’s blood will be tested and those results will, upon consent, be made available to the exposed employee.

Rules to follow: Treat all blood or potentially infectious body fluids as if they are contaminated. Stay away from the area and contact your supervisor to have the area cleaned properly by trained

individuals (custodians). Do not clean up blood unless you are trained.

If contact is unavoidable, wear personal protective equipment included in biohazard kits (available in the M&M Storeroom), and report all exposure incidents to supervisors.

CONFINED SPACE ENTRY AWARENESS TRAINING

This is awareness-level information regarding confined space entry. This training does not authorize any employee to enter or be involved in a confined space entry. Individuals who are actually involved in confined space entry must receive additional training on proper entry procedures.

A "CONFINED SPACE" means a space that meets all of the below conditions:(1) Is large enough and so configured that an employee may bodily enter and perform assigned work; (2) Has limited or restricted means for entry or exit; and(3) Is not designed for continuous employee occupancy.

Examples of confined spaces: Steam Pits, Storage Tanks, Compartments of Ships, Process Vessels, Pits, Silos, Vats, Wells, Sewers, Digesters, Degreasers, Reaction Vessels, Boilers, Ventilation & Exhaust Ducts, Furnaces, Railroad Tank Cars, Tankers (part of a Tractor-Trailer Unit), Tunnels, Underground Utility Vaults, Pipes, or Pipelines.

A PERMIT-REQUIRED CONFINED SPACE is a confined space that has one or more of the following characteristics:

(1) Contains or has a potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere (e.g. methane, CO, oxygen depletion, hydrogen sulfide, etc);

(2) Contains a material that has the potential for engulfing an entrant (corn, water, etc);(3) Has an internal configuration such that an entrant could be trapped or asphyxiated by inwardly

converging walls or by a floor which slopes downward and tapers to a smaller cross-section; or(4) Contains any other recognized serious safety or health hazard (e.g. moving parts, hazardous

chemicals/materials, fall hazard, poor visibility, etc).

OSHA regulates PERMIT-REQUIRED CONFINED SPACES. Permit spaces must be identified by posting danger signs at the entrance. See below for an example of a sign:

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Specific entry procedures must be followed when entering a permit-required confined space. (Please see Confined Space Entry Program for additional Confined Space information) This includes, but is not limited to: coordination with the fire department for rescue before entry, having an attendant, completing an entry permit, making the space safe for entry, locking out moving parts, relieving stored energy, atmospheric testing, ventilation, draining tanks, cleaning, wearing personal protective equipment, etc. Each person involved in a Confined Space Entry must have received specific safety training prior to entry. Entrants and attendants must also have First Aid and CPR Training. Departments are responsible for ensuring confined space procedures are developed. Contact EHS for assistance in confined space compliance. Individuals not authorized or properly trained must never enter a permit-required confined space. This includes entering a permit-required confined space to attempt a rescue. Approximately 2/3 of all individuals killed in permit-required confined space accidents are would-be rescuers. Individuals involved in confined space entry and management must attend confined space entry training provided by EHS.

Call 911 for all confined space emergencies. The Stevens Point Fire Department is our designated confined space rescue provider.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

The UWSP Emergency Management Plan addresses many potential emergencies. The Plan provides detailed procedures to follow in the event of an emergency. The document is available in hard copy to key offices and areas throughout campus and is available from the UWSP homepage for the entire campus community at http://www.uwsp.edu/ehs/emp/.

Go to this website and review the response steps for the emergencies listed. Click on each emergency type and read the respective procedure. Pay close attention to medical emergencies, fire/explosions, tornado/severe weather, terrorism, violent or criminal behavior, general response guidelines, evacuation procedures, and other emergencies specific to your situation. Contact your supervisor or Risk Management at 2320 with questions. When emergencies occur, you will often be advised to notify Protective Services at 3456 or, 911, especially if there is a personal injury. For fires – evacuate. For tornadoes or severe weather – stay indoors and go to the lowest interior shelter away from windows.

The University has also developed Building Safety Guides and Residence Hall Safety Guides for use as a quick reference to emergencies. These guides are printed pamphlets that may be stored at your desk for easier reference in an emergency. For a copy, contact Emergency Management Specialist at 4464. These may also be viewed at:

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UWSP Building Safety Guide: http://www.uwsp.edu/ehs/disasterbuilding.htm UWSP Residence Hall Safety Guide: http://www.uwsp.edu/ehs/disasterreshall.htm

Chemical spills and spills of oil (used oil, diesel fuel oil, or used vegetable oil) to the environment (air, soil or river/storm sewers) must be reported to Protective Services at x3456 or Risk Management at x2320 and some must be reported to the WI DNR (Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures’ Plan). All spills must be cleaned up.

ERGONOMICS

Workstation EvaluationsThe EHS Department offers workstation evaluations for university staff. A workstation evaluation will review the relationship of your body to your keyboard, monitor and desktop to decrease the likelihood of developing muscular skeletal disorders. The evaluator will show you proper spatial relationships and if necessary, advise you of corrective actions or products available to achieve those relationships. Evaluations are free of charge. Additional information is available at: https://www.uwsp.edu/rmgt/Pages/ehs/health/ergonomics.aspx

Designing a proper workstation may reduce many of the risk factors associated with Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTDs). (Please refer to diagram).

A. The Video Display Terminal (VDT) should be positioned straight on, with the top of the VDT placed at seated eye level. The recommended distance between the user and the VDT is 18 to 30 inches, about an arm’s length away. The screen should be free of glare. Allow adequate desk space for monitor depth.

B. While seated, the user’s upper arms should comfortably rest at their sides, forming a 90-degree angle at the elbow.

C. The wrist to forearm angle should be about 180 degrees. Keyboard height should be adjustable and placed at seated elbow height. Wrist rests should be padded, and the mouse pad positioned at the same level as the keyboard.

D. The chair should be height adjustable, have lower lumbar back support, adjustable arms and a backward lean of 10 to 15 degrees.

E. While seated, the user’s knees should be slightly elevated above the seat pan. Allow for adequate leg clearance under the work area.

F. Feet should be placed securely on the floor or a footrest for stability.G. A document holder should be placed at the same level as the VDT.

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Ergonomic evaluations, information, and training for other workstations (other than office) are also available for the entire campus.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER SAFETY TRAINING

The purpose of this training is to familiarize employees with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved with incipient stage fire fighting. All employees must tour their area and note the type(s) and locations of the fire extinguishers in their Departments.

Used properly, a portable fire extinguisher may save lives and property by putting out small fires or containing fires until the fire department arrives. Knowing how to use a fire extinguisher is essential not only in the workplace, but also in your home. This information will help employees properly choose and use a fire extinguisher. However, hands-on training with UWSP Protective Services is required.

General Information

Individuals should only attempt to extinguish fires that are in the INCIPIENT STAGE (the fire is just beginning). DO NOT attempt to extinguish fires that are large or out of control. Trained individuals may only handle this type of fire. You must evacuate the area and dial 911 if a fire is beyond its incipient stage.

General Fire Fighting Rules: Always call the fire department no matter how small the fire is. Never Fight a Fire that is beyond the incipient stage. Never Fight a Fire if you don't know what is burning Never Fight a Fire if the fire is spreading rapidly beyond the spot where it started Never Fight a Fire involving flammable liquids. Never Fight a Fire if you don't have adequate or appropriate equipment Never Fight a Fire if you might inhale toxic smoke Never Fight a Fire if your instincts tell you not to. Always position yourself with an exit or means of escape at your back before you attempt to use an

extinguisher to put out a fire. Always inform your Supervisor.

Choosing a Fire ExtinguisherFire extinguishers are tested by laboratories and labeled for the class of fire they are intended to extinguish. There are four classes of fires, A, B, C, and D.

CLASS A : Fires in ordinary combustible materials (wood, cloth, paper, rubber, and many plastics). CLASS B : Fires in flammable or combustible liquids (i.e., gasoline, toluene, paint), flammable gases, greases, oils. CLASS C : Fires involving energized electrical equipment including wiring, fuse boxes, and circuit breakers. (NOTE: when electrical equipment is de-energized, extinguishers for Class A or B fires may be used.)CLASS D : Fires involving combustible metals, (i.e.: magnesium potassium, powered aluminum, zinc)

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Some portable extinguishers will put out only one class of fire, and some are suitable for two or three, but none is suitable for all four. Extinguishers must be labeled so those users may quickly identify the class of fire for which they may be used.

Be sure you have the appropriate fire extinguisher for the fire you are attempting to extinguish. *WARNING* IT IS VERY DANGEROUS TO USE A CLASS “A’ RATED EXTINGUISHER ON A “C” CLASS FIRE. However, if you encounter a class “A” fire and don’t have an extinguisher with an “A” symbol, don’t hesitate to use a “B” or “C” extinguisher. Then follow-up with a class “A” extinguisher.

Using the Fire ExtinguisherWhen using a fire extinguisher always keep your back to an exit and stand twelve feet away from the fire. Follow the four-step PASS procedure. If the fire does not go out immediately, leave the area at once.

Pull the pin OR Push Puncture Lever: This unlocks the operating lever and allows you to use the

extinguisher. Some extinguishers will have a pin and some will have a puncture lever. Follow instructions on your specific fire extinguisher.

Aim low Point the extinguisher nozzle (or hose) at the base of the fire. Stand 10 feet away from fire.

Squeeze the operating lever This will discharge the extinguishing agent.

Sweep Keep the extinguisher aimed at the base of the fire and sweep back and forth until the flames appear to be out.

All fire extinguishers must be clearly marked with operating instructions. Operating instructions will vary from one type of extinguisher to the next.

If an extinguisher has been discharged or damaged for any reason, report it to UWSP Facility Services.

PIN Type Fire Extinguishers

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Remember: When in doubt around any fire, evacuate immediately, close off the area, and call 911. Avoid exposure to smoke and fumes. Those individuals expected or likely to utilize a fire extinguisher are to attend fire extinguisher training offered by UWSP Protective Services Department (call 3456).

HAZARD COMMUNICATION

All supervisors must provide their employees with the information and training covering the hazards of chemicals to which they may be exposed and the means to avoid those hazards as required by Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) hazard communication standard (29CFR1910.1200). The following information provides the basics of hazard communication. Department-specific training on particular chemicals is to be provided by the supervisor. Contact EHS for assistance. Additional on-line

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training is available on the UWSP EHS Website at: https://uwsystem.courses.wisconsin.edu/. To complete the on-line training for Hazard Communication, contact Risk Management at 2320 for assistance.

Contact EHS Department for assistance in all areas of hazard communication compliance. See the UWSP Hazard Communication Program for further details.

All individuals must know the hazards and proper personal protective measures required for each chemical prior to starting a job involving the hazardous chemicals. Always review SDS and speak to department supervisor prior to working with unfamiliar chemicals.

What is a Hazardous Material / Substance?

According to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, a hazardous chemical is any element, chemical compound, or mixture of elements or compounds, which is a physical or health hazard. A hazardous substance is any material or mixture that contains properties capable of producing adverse effects on the health and/or safety of humans. Substances are considered either health hazards or physical hazards.

Health Hazards

A chemical is considered a health hazard if it causes acute or chronic health effects in employees who have been exposed. The best protection against overexposure is to keep chemicals from entering the body. If a chemical can not enter the body it can not harm the body. Knowing how hazardous chemicals enter the body helps to understand the measures needed to prevent chemicals from doing so.

Hazardous chemicals may enter the body by four primary routes:

INHALATION - Toxic fumes, vapors, and dust may enter through the nose, pass through the lungs, and enter the bloodstream to circulate through the body.

ABSORPTION - Many toxic substances may be absorbed through exposed skin. Chemicals may enter the body through cuts and wounds as well.

INGESTION - Eating, smoking, applying makeup, or accidentally contacting the lips/mouth while there is a hazardous substance on the hands/fingers, the substance may enter the body through the mouth.

INJECTION – Needle sticks, punctures, etc.

Acute health effects – severe symptoms which develop immediately after exposure. Some examples are nausea, dizziness, headaches, burns, and unconsciousness.

Chronic health effects – symptoms that develop slowly over a long period of time or that occur frequently. Some examples are allergic sensitization skin problems, respiratory disease, and existing medical conditions that are aggravated by exposure to a chemical. Definitions of some health hazards:

Irritants – are chemicals that cause intense redness or swelling at the point of contact with body tissue. Sensitizers – are substances that cause allergic reaction in a majority of people after repeated exposure. Corrosives – are chemicals that may cause tissue damage at the point of contact. Target organ effects – are caused by chemicals that effect body organs such as the liver, kidney, and

central nervous system.

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Toxic substances – are chemicals that are proven to cause death in animals and man at moderate to low doses.

Reproductive toxins – are chemicals that may cause birth defects or sterility. Carcinogens – are substances capable of causing cancer.

Physical Hazards

A chemical is considered a physical hazard if it has the potential, when released, mixed with other chemicals, and/or by itself, to create a hazardous condition. Definitions of some physical hazards include:

Flammable liquids – are liquids that will readily ignite in the presence of heat, sparks, and/or flame. Flammable liquids have a flash point below 1000F.

Combustible liquids – are liquids that are not easily ignitable as flammable liquids. Combustible liquids have a flash point at or above 1000F.

Pyrophoric – chemicals that will spontaneously burst into flame at temperatures lower than 1300F. Oxidizers – are materials that readily release oxygen, which may cause combustible materials to burn

on contact or accelerate burning. Organic peroxides – are a special chemical family that act as powerful oxidizers. Explosive – chemicals that cause a sudden release of energy which includes a release of pressure, gas,

and heat when subjected to shock, pressure, or heat. Water reactive – chemicals that will react with water to release a gas which is either flammable or

presents a health hazard. Unstable – materials are self reactive under certain conditions such as shock, pressure, or temperature. Compressed gases – are materials stored under pressure but are released as a gas for use.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) (29CFR1910.1200) require that employees be informed about chemical hazards in their workplace. The SDS provides hazardous chemical information for a given product. SDSs are available to employees for all hazardous chemicals or products used at UWSP. See UWSP SDS management web site ChemWatch at https://www.uwsp.edu/rmgt/Pages/chemwatch.aspx to reach SDSs of all hazardous chemicals or products used at UWSP.

All SDSs must contain, at least, the following information:

The identity used on the container label and if it is a single substance or mixture. Physical and chemical characteristics. The physical and health hazards of the product. Primary routes of entry. The OSHA Permissible exposure Limit (PEL), ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV), and any other

exposure limit used or recommended by the manufacturer. Whether the hazardous chemical is listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP) Annual Report on

Carcinogens or if it has been found to be a potential carcinogen. Applicable precautions for the safe handing and use. Any applicable control measures (engineering, work practices, PPE) Emergency and first aid procedures. The date of preparation or last revision date. The name, address, and telephone number of the chemical manufacturer, importer, or other responsible

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party preparing or distributing the SDS who will provide additional information on the hazardous chemical.

Labels All containers should be labeled. Containers that hold non-hazardous substances are to be labeled to avoid confusion. OSHA requires each container of hazardous substances to be identified. The manufacturer’s label must not be removed. Each container of hazardous chemicals in the workplace must be labeled, tagged or marked to identify the hazardous chemical(s) contained and provide appropriate hazard warnings (words, signs, etc.). Chemicals coming into and/or leaving the workplace must also have the name of the manufacturer of the material (manufacturer’s responsibility).

If chemicals are transferred or mixed from the manufacturer’s containers into a secondary container, the secondary container must be labeled with product identity and appropriate hazard warning for all chemicals involved. The only exception to this that one is not required to label portable containers into which chemicals are transferred from labeled containers, and which are intended only for the immediate use of the employee who performs the transfer.

See https://www.uwsp.edu/rmgt/Pages/ehs/safety/hazcom.aspx labeling section for more details.

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Haz Com Safe Work Practices

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Personal Hygiene / Personal Protection Keep work area and tools clean. Wear recommended PPE. Keep work clothing clean, inspect it regularly for holes/tears, and never mix them with home laundry. When working with chemicals, never wear sandals, shorts, or other clothing which will expose more

skin than necessary. Remove all jewelry before beginning work. Do not wear contact lenses while working in or around chemical vapors without protective goggles. Never deliberately smell or taste hazardous chemicals. Wash hands often, especially before smoking, eating, applying makeup or drinking: and after

completing work and at the end of the day. Smoke, eat, and drink only in designated areas.

Procedures Read warning signs, labels, and SDSs before the start of work. Know the hazards. Plan the work in advance and know what to do in case of spill, fire, or exposure to hazardous

chemicals. Follow the work rules established by supervisors. Do not take shortcuts. If possible, try not to work alone. Always stay alert and focused on the task at hand. Watch for hazardous situations and signs of trouble such as unusual sounds/odors. (NOTE - Odor is an

unreliable source for the presence of a chemical. The sense of smell gets fatigued quickly and a hazardous situation may seem less serious.

Never perform a task not authorized to perform. Never use mouth suction to fill a pipette, use a pipette bulb or other filling devise. Use the smallest amount of chemical necessary to perform the task. Always use chemicals as directed (properly diluted) and for the intended purpose. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use caution while moving chemical containers. Check for leaks in hoses, tanks, cans, and other chemical containers. Always keep chemical containers closed when not in use.

Storage and Cleanup Close lids and caps tightly before storing chemical containers. Store chemical containers according to the hazard classifications. Be sure not to store incompatible

materials next to each other. Do not store chemicals in aisles, exits, or in front of stairways. Never store flammable or combustible materials near a heat source. Never store liquids above eye level. Store especially hazardous materials (carcinogenic) in secondary containers (one inside the other).

Always follow local, state, and/or Federal regulations for disposing chemicals and contaminated materials.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS – (DOT HAZMAT)

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A Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) is a substance or material that has been determined to be capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce. A HAZMAT employee is one who loads, unloads or handles hazardous materials and who works for a HAZMAT Employer. All HAZMAT Employees should be trained for,

- Being familiar with the requirements of the Department of Transportation regulations regarding shipment of hazardous materials,

- Recognizing and identifying hazardous materials,- Responding to emergencies.

Documentation is necessary; contact Risk Management at 2320 for training assistance.

The DOT requires proper labeling, placarding, and shipping papers for any hazardous material offered for transportation in commerce to prevent spills and exposures or injuries due to hazardous materials. Hazardous materials are identified by labels on the drums or packages and placards on the trucks hauling them. There are 9 classes of hazardous materials: 1 - explosives; 2 - gases; 3 - flammable liquids; 4 - flammable solids; 5 - oxidizers; 6 - poisons; 7 - radioactives; 8 - corrosives; and 9 - miscellaneous hazardous materials (such as asbestos). In order to work safely with hazardous materials, read the label, review the Safety Data Sheet to check proper personal protective equipment, compatibilities, proper handling, and spill responding.

HAZARDOUS WASTE

UWSP is a Large Quantity Generator of Hazardous Waste. We generate wastes that are toxic, corrosive, reactive, and/or combustible, besides other chemicals that are specifically listed as hazardous wastes. Hazardous Wastes are generated within many departments at UWSP. Any employee involved in the generation, disposal or management of hazardous waste is required to have annual training. Training is available for everyone on campus. Contact Risk Management at x2320.

Hazardous Waste must be identified properly; labeling and storing must be done by properly trained personnel. Shipments of Hazardous Wastes are made quarterly. Persons handling hazardous waste must know how to respond to emergencies (ie: spills & fires). Questions about wastes may be directed to lab supervisors or Risk Management at x2320.

HOISTING EQUIPMENT

Individuals must receive specific training from their department prior to using hoisting equipment. Equipment used to lift product must be closely inspected. This includes, but is not limited to inspection of the ropes, slings, chains, controls, hooks, stops, tracks, etc. Overhead cranes and hoists must be inspected each day. NEVER use defective product or equipment and never walk beneath a suspended load. Stop work and report any questions to your supervisor.

HOUSEKEEPING

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Many injuries may be avoided by keeping the work area clean and clutter-free. Keep your work area neat, keep rugs from overlapping, buckling or being folded back at the corners, have adequate lighting, avoid tripping hazards such as extension cords or hoses or open drawers, and clean up spills to avoid slippery surfaces. Avoid unsafe work habits.

Keep your work area clean! Keep all scrap, hoses, cables, trash, waste and other materials clear of walkways and in the proper location/container. EACH PERSON IS RESPONSIBLE FOR HOUSEKEEPING OF THEIR WORK AREA.

Materials must be safely stacked and stored at all times. Inspect storage equipment before use. All waste materials, paper, scrap food, etc. shall be placed in proper containers. Clean up all grease, oil or other spills immediately; all oil spills must be cleaned up. Report all spills

immediately to your supervisor. Keep materials and equipment clear of designated walkways or passageways at all times. Do not leave scrap steel, tools, or trash on staging or in mechanical lifts or aerial buckets and platforms.

Remove these materials as soon as possible and before the end of your shift. Do not store any material in, on, near, or in front of electrical switch boxes, switchboards, circuit boxes, or

distribution stations. Access to exits, fixed ladders, stairways, gas and water valves, fire-fighting equipment, rescue or other

emergency equipment shall not be obstructed. Projecting nails are dangerous. Remove, re-drive, or bend them over whenever found. Keep lockers clean and do not store any flammables in them. Flammable liquids must be stored in a designated storage cabinet or room.

LADDER SAFETY/FALL PROTECTION

Ladders must be inspected before use; unsafe ladders must be removed from service and repaired before use. Ladder feet must be non-skid and in good condition. Be very careful to avoid slippery surfaces on the ground and on the steps of the ladder being used. Do not use makeshift ladders.

The top two rungs of stepladders must not be used to stand on. Ladders must not be moved while a person is on the ladder. Ladders may only be used vertically, never horizontally.

A straight ladder must be extended one foot out from the vertical for every four feet of length (a 12’ ladder must be extended from the base 3’ from the vertical). Workers must maintain a three-point contact with the ladder at all times, keep the belt buckle within the railings. When extended above the roof-line, the extension ladder must extend at least 3 feet above the roof edge.

Full-Body harnesses with lanyards must be worn when working off mechanical scaffolds, incomplete staging, or any time there is a chance of falling more than six (6) feet. Alternative fall protection devices must be approved by the Environmental, Health, & Safety. A full-bodied harness with lanyard attached to the platform or boom strap must be worn by each individual working in an aerial bucket (Jig-Type Lifts). Harnesses with lanyards are not required for scissors lifts provided all railings are intact, gates are closed, chains are attached, and occupants’ feet remain on the platform.

It is very important that lanyards and harnesses are inspected PRIOR TO EACH USE.

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LEAD AWARENESS

The University of Wisconsin Stevens Point (UWSP) will conduct routine lead exposure assessments prior to construction activities to determine if any employee may be exposed to lead at or above the action level. Proper work practices will be determined, and hazard communications will be initiated as required from the lead exposure assessment. Supervisors are responsible for ensuring these practices within their area of responsibility.

Window with lead paint in poor condition.

Lead:• Is a naturally occurring metallic element found in the earth’s crust. Lead may be found in many parts of

the environment including water/soil. • Is/Was used in paints, gasoline, ceramics, pipes, ammunition, batteries, radiation shielding, glass, etc.

However, use has been reduced over the years.• Is highly resistive to corrosion thus was utilized widely in the past.• Is hazardous to humans through ingestion and inhalation (dusts/fumes). It enters the bloodstream,

where it is distributed to all tissues of the body; it affects organs (i.e. kidneys), central nervous system, and reproductive system. It decreases reaction time, causes weakness, results in memory loss, blood disorders, brain disorders (learning difficulties), interferes with normal growth, and hearing problems, etc. It affects children more than adults.

• Permissible exposure limit (PEL) - 50 micrograms per cubic meter of air (50 ug/m3) 8-hour time weighted average. 30 micrograms per cubic meter of air or greater, then employer must offer employees routine blood testing.

• Community requirements – Air may not exceed 1.5 micrograms/m3. Drinking water < 15 ug per L. • Consumer Products Safety Commission banned use of lead in commercial paint (>.06%) - 1978. • Clean air act banned sale of leaded gasoline 1990.• Care must be used around lead as it is a cumulative poison. Old paint is the largest lead concern on

UWSP campus. Sanding and scraping lead paint could cause exposure. Heating and cutting of lead pipes could also create exposure. Proper safety precautions must be taken prior to working on areas containing lead that will be reviewed with affected employees. If unsure if area contains lead, contact

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EHS to have tested prior to working on it. An abatement company may be contracted to remove materials containing lead as necessary.

• Lead testing surveys have been completed in the following UWSP buildings: Delzell, HEC, Science, LRC, FAC, CPS, and CNR.

• For lead waste disposal – contact Risk Management Director at x2320.

LOCKOUT/TAGOUT AWARENESS

Many occupational accidents are caused by the uncontrolled release of hazardous energy from machines and equipment. Most of these accidents may be prevented by proper lockout/tagout procedures. The purpose of this session is to inform affected and other employees of lockout/tagout requirements and prevent accidents.

This awareness training is designated for individuals who fall under the following OSHA definitions:Authorized Employee = A person who locks-out or tags-out machines or equipment in order to perform servicing or maintenance on that machine or equipment. Affected Employee = An employee whose job requires him/her to operate or use a machine or equipment on which servicing or maintenance is being performed under lockout or tagout, or whose job requires him/her to work in an area in which such servicing or maintenance is being performed.Other Employee = Employees who are neither “Authorized” nor “Affected”, but who work in areas where Lockout/Tagout activities take place.

NOTE: Authorized Employees are required to have additional training which details recognition of applicable hazardous energy sources, the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace, and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation and control. ONLY TRAINED AUTHORIZED EMPLOYEES ARE ALLOWED TO PERFORM ACTUAL LOCKOUT/TAGOUT.

What Is Lockout/Tagout? A lockout is a method of keeping equipment from being set in motion and endangering workers. It’s putting equipment into a temporary condition in which all power and/or energy is de-energized or blocked. This is called the zero mechanical state (ZMS). Basics of Lockout/Tagout include:

Placing the Energy Isolating Device (disconnect switch, circuit breaker, valve, or other energy isolating device) in the safe or off position.

Attaching a lock to the Energy Isolating Device so that the Energy Isolating Device is secured in the off or safe position. This prevents the equipment from being energized.

Attaching a tag or a sign on or near the Energy Isolating Device that warns against operating the equipment or machinery.

Ensuring all stored energy is relieved or made safe. Communication between authorized and/or affected employees at all stages of the process. Safe start-up procedures.

When Should Lockout/Tagout Take Place? Lockout/Tagout is required whenever service, clean-up, or maintenance is being performed around any machine where an employee could be injured by unexpected start-up of the equipment or release of stored energy. Lock out/Tagout is also required in certain situations involving the removal of guards, work at the point of operation, and shut down of broken equipment.

What Is Hazardous Energy? Some types of hazardous energy are electricity, pressurized hydraulic fluid, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, and certain types of stored energy such as spring force and gravity. To protect

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employees from injuries, locking type devices with warning tags are used to keep the Energy Isolating Device in the “off” or “safe” position.

Below is an example of a Lockout and Tagout device:

The lock is the isolation device used to prevent a machine from operating and/or prevent energy from being released during maintenance, servicing, or clean up. The tag is the visual indicator for lockout that includes the name of the person responsible for the locked out condition.

Remember: Do not attempt to operate any switch, valve or other energy isolation device that is locked and/or

tagged out. Do not remove a lock or tag on a machine or piece of equipment that is locked/tagged out. All affected employees are to be notified when a lockout will begin and end on equipment applicable

to their position.

Never tamper with lockout/tagout devices and never attempt to operate any machines that have these devices on them. To do so may endanger your life and the lives of those who are performing work on the machines.

MANUAL LIFTING SAFETY

Things You Can Do On The Job

Never attempt any lifting until your body is warm and loose. Perform some simple stretching and warm-up exercises if necessary.

Do not attempt to lift heavy or bulky items alone. Depending on your job, get assistance if the load is too heavy. Get assistance from another person or material-handling equipment (cart, pallet truck, forklift, hoist, crane, etc). Reduce the amount of weight lifted. For example, if you're moving a bunch of books, better to load several small boxes than one extremely heavy load. Use handles and lifting straps whenever possible.

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from the ground. Avoid lifting in a situation where the body will be twisted. Never try to catch heavy falling objects.

Techniques The human back operates on a 10:1 ratio. Bending over to lift a ten-pound object actually puts 100 pounds of pressure on your lower back. When you add in the 105 pounds of the average human upper torso, you see that lifting a ten-pound object actually puts 1,050 pounds of pressure on the lower back.

Proper Lifting ProceduresYou can't avoid lifting, but there are ways to reduce the amount of pressure placed on the back. By bending the knees, you keep your spine in a better alignment, and you essentially take away the lever principle forces. Instead of using your back like a crane, you allow your legs to do the work.

Follow these steps when lifting: 1. Take a balanced stance with your feet about a shoulder-width apart. One foot can be behind the object and the other next to it. Keep the back straight to keep the spine, back muscles, and inner organs in correct alignment. This will minimize the chance of a hernia.

2. Squat down to lift the object. Grip the object with the whole hand for more lifting power. Center your body over your feet for balance and lifting power. Get as close to the object as you can.

3. Use your palms (not just your fingers) to get a secure grip on the load. Make sure you'll be able to maintain a hold on the object without switching your grip later.

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4. Lift gradually using your leg, abdominal and buttock muscles and keeping the load as close to you as possible. Keep your chin tucked in so as to keep a relatively straight back and neckline. Bend your legs and then lift the object by straightening the legs. Your leg muscles will now take the load instead of your back.

5. Once you're standing, change directions by pointing your feet in the direction you want to go and turning your whole body. Avoid twisting at your waist while carrying a load. Reduce overhead reaching.

When you put a load down, use these same guidelines in reverse.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

When possible, safety hazards at UWSP will be eliminated or guarded through the use of engineering and/or administrative controls. Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be used to supplement these efforts and further ensure employee safety as necessary. PPE includes safety glasses/goggles, gloves, safety shoes with steel toe guards, hearing protection, face shields, hard hats, fall protection, respirators, aprons, etc. All personal protective equipment has limitations. A requirement to use a particular form of PPE in a certain area of the University may be based on one or more considerations. It may be the result of a safety or hazard assessment that indicated the need. It also could be the result of having performed exposure monitoring, SDS recommendation, or it might be required by an OSHA regulation. See UWSP EHS Personal Protective Equipment page for more details.

SAFETY SHOES: Safety shoes are required for employees in certain job classifications. Your supervisor will inform you if they are required on your job. See EHS Safety Shoe program page for details.

EYE PROTECTION - SAFETY GLASSES/GOGGLES: Safety glasses with side shields protect your eyes from impact with foreign bodies (e.g., chips, sparks, etc.). They offer only limited protection against chemical mists or splashes. Goggles/face shield should be worn when working with hazardous chemicals. See UWSP EHS Safety Glasses Program page for details.

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HEARING PROTECTION: Hearing protection protects against loss of hearing from occupational noise exposure. The use of earplugs or earmuffs is extremely important in guarding against chronic noise. Hearing loss occurs over time and is often not recognized for many years. Several types of earplugs are available. Hearing protection is highly recommended whenever 85 dBA or more are encountered. See UWSP EHS Hearing Conservation program page for details.

HAND PROTECTION: Wearing gloves is encouraged to protect against burns, cuts, and abrasions, as needed. Chemical or solvent-resistant gloves are available for some positions such as painters. Other times gloves may be required for cold weather, live electrical work, ergonomic considerations (such as vibration), and abrasion/laceration resistant. Do not wear gloves near moving machine parts or materials.

JEWELRY/NECKTIES/HAIR : Be careful of jewelry, neckties, or long hair around moving equipment. RESPIRATORS : Respirators are available for certain positions or on an as-needed basis (painters,

working with chemicals or hazardous waste, or in a dusty environment). See UWSP EHS Respiratory Protection program page for more details.

OTHER PPE : Other PPE may be required depending on your job. For example, face shields, welding helmets, shaded glasses, respirators, chemical goggles, aprons, fall protection, hardhats, and other PPE are required for various jobs at UWSP. See your Supervisor for PPE supplies and details on unique PPE requirements in your Department and also contact EHS if you need to get technical support.

The following guidelines should be followed when wearing any PPE:

• Inspect PPE everyday before using.• Replace worn-out PPE.• Make sure you are using the PPE correctly (get the proper training from area supervisors ie:

donning, doffing, adjusting, cleaning, maintaining, storing, and disposal. Contact EHS for online trainings).

• Do not try to make repairs yourself; and, most importantly, do not rely on defective equipment.

• See your Supervisor immediately if you have problems with any PPE.• Make sure all PPE fits well and is approved for that particular use or set of conditions. Contact

EHS to get technical support for PPE fitting.

Each UWSP employee, regardless of position, is responsible for using PPE where required. All supervisors have the responsibility to ensure proper PPE use and training in their area(s) of responsibility. Contact EHS for assistance in PPE evaluation and selection.

REMEMBER: WEAR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT TO GUARD YOURSELF FROM INJURY. IT IS EFFECTIVE ONLY WHEN WORN AND USED PROPERLY.

POWERED INDUSTRIAL VEHICLES

Separate training classes are required for those who will need to operate forklifts, aerial lifts, powered platforms, vehicle mounted work platforms and other specialized equipment. This will include information on liquefied petroleum (LP) gas used for power.

Pedestrians: Keep a close watch while walking on campus for powered vehicle traffic! DO NOT pass beneath suspended loads of any kind. Stay clear of any industrial vehicles.

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TORNADO/SEVERE WEATHER RESPONSE

Tornado/Severe Weather Information

Severe weather may occur throughout each season in the Stevens Point region. Tornados have been documented in Wisconsin in every month except January. Other potential severe storms include thunderstorms, high wind, ice, hail, snow, blizzard, and rain. See National Weather Service website http://weather.noaa.gov/weather/current/KSTE.html for detailed weather information (additional sites referenced below). See UWSP Emergency Management Plan at http://www.uwsp.edu/ehs/emp/ under Tornado/Severe Weather for further details on emergency response.

Severe Weather Response Guidelines:

1. General Severe Weather Response: Stay away from windows and exterior doors during all severe weather. Notification of an approaching dangerous storm will be made by:

a. County sirens will sound in the event of a tornado warning.

b. The National Weather Service and Emergency Alert System via the broadcast media, weather radios, and email alerts (you must sign-up for). If conditions are present for possible severe weather formation, you must monitor and keep aware of severe weather possibilities. Always be prepared to take action.

c. For tornado warnings, UWSP Protective Services will announce via public address systems in buildings equipped with voice-capable warning systems and in person in certain areas when possible.

Recipients of warnings must quickly disseminate weather information throughout their areas. This may be in the form of a phone tree or by walking through the area and verbally spreading the word.

2. Tornado Watch Response

Tornado watch means that weather conditions are favorable for the formation of a tornado, but that no tornado has actually been sighted. Monitor the local media, weather radios, and weather Internet sites for weather updates and be alert to changing weather conditions. Be prepared to take action if the weather situation is upgraded to a tornado warning.

3. Tornado Warning Response

a. If Portage County sirens sound or tornado warning is issued, building occupants should take shelter in the lowest level interior room without window exposure - preferably in a basement.

b. See building floor plans online at http://www.uwsp.edu/ehs/FLOORPLANS.htm for shelter locations at UWSP. The severe weather shelter locations are also located on the UWSP E MP website under “Severe Weather”.

c. Shield yourself as well as possible by seeking shelter under sturdy objects, duck and cover your head with your arms, or by other available means. If you are unable to get to the lowest area, go

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to an interior room or stairwell away from windows and exterior doors. Avoid wide-span structures such as gyms, pools, or large classrooms.

d. If for some reason you are unable to flee to a safer area, get under a desk, heavy table, or other object that could shield you from flying debris.

e. Remain in your shelter area until instructed to do otherwise by National Weather Service broadcasts, weather radio, department management, or Protective Services.

f. Keep a flashlight, battery-operated weather or other radio, and cell phone to take to the shelter area.

g. If driving, park your car and seek shelter away from the car in a nearby ditch or ravine. Avoid areas with power lines, poles or signs. Never try to outrun a funnel cloud or tornado in a vehicle.

h. After a tornado, watch for secondary hazards such as electrical wires and other dangerous wreckage. If surrounded by debris, be aware that moving it may cause other debris or part of the building to collapse. If it is not safe or possible to leave the area, stay there until assisted out.

2. Severe Thunderstorm Response

a. Severe thunderstorm warning notifications will be made by NOAA Weather Radios and local broadcast media.

b. Notify affected individuals and discontinue exterior work that may place persons in danger of the immediate storm.

c. Seek interior shelter away from windows and exterior doors and close blinds and drapes.

d. If conditions worsen, individuals may be advised to move to the designated storm shelters as discussed above in the Tornado Warning section.

3. Ice/Sleet/Snow Response

a. Notification of a severe ice/sleet/snow storm will be made by the same sources mentioned above.

b. Refer to the UWSP Inclement Weather Policy, which may be obtained from the Personnel Office at X2606.

c. Exercise caution on outdoor walkways and while driving. Notify Grounds’ Maintenance at 4219 or 3622 to report icy sidewalks.

See the UWSP Severe Weather page for additional resources on severe weather.

OTHER INFORMATION

Smoking: NO smoking or tobacco products are allowed in University Buildings! Never smoke near flammable materials. Do not litter areas with butts.

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Smoking in unauthorized areas is not allowed. See building floor plans for designated smoking areas outside the buildings: http://www.uwsp.edu/ehs/FLOORPLANS.htm.

Outside Contractors : New outside contractors should attend a safety orientation before beginning work presented by the Project Manager or designee. All safety and health requirements must be met by the contractor and they are responsible for compliance.

Crosswalks: Use crosswalks. They are there for your safety.

Other Training: There are other job-specific training programs required for various positions. Much of this information is awareness-level training. Full courses in specific topics (e.g. confined space, lockout/tagout, etc.) may be required depending on one’s job duties. Supervisors should contact EHS for assistance in determining their department’s training requirements.

Recycling and Trash Collection: Jugs or bottles for recycling or trash must have caps removed and be thoroughly rinsed (triple-rinsed)

and dry before the recycling crew will take them. https://www.uwsp.edu/sustainability/Pages/Waste-and-Recycling.aspx

Broken glass must be in boxes or, preferably, pails labeled “broken glass” and must not be in plastic bags. https://www.uwsp.edu/facsv/Pages/CustodialServices1.aspx

Metal wire for disposal or recycling must be in boxes or pails; not in plastic bags. The recycling supervisor will be notified if the recycling crew leaves jugs or broken glass at a dock.

Risk Management x2320 will then be notified. Reminders concerning recycling requirements must be sent out each semester due to turn-over of

personnel.

We expect everyone to follow these procedures to avoid injuries. Everyone’s cooperation is very much appreciated.

All Employees: Everyone is expected to: work safely; follow department rules; and use personal protective equipment as needed. Report unsafe conditions and “near-misses” to supervision and Risk Management https://www.uwsp.edu/rmgt/Pages/rmgt/default.aspx. Avoid accidents and injuries.

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UWSP Safety Orientation QuizTRUE / FALSE

1. Only serious injuries must be reported to Risk Management T F

2. St. Michael’s Hospital Emergency Room is the closest emergency room for UWSP medical emergencies in Stevens Point.

T F

3. Major Bloodborne pathogens are Hepatitis B and HIV. T F

4. Exposure to blood or potentially infectious body fluids may be reported to Supervision.

T F

5. Confined spaces at UWSP are only in the steam pits. T F

6. Training is not required to enter confined spaces. T F

7. Emergency Procedures are linked to the UWSP Homepage through the Emergency Management Plan Link.

T F

8. Releases of oil to the storm sewers are not reportable.9. Ladders, lanyards and harnesses should be inspected prior to each use.

T F

10. All oil spills must be cleaned up, but not all oil spills are reportable to the DNR.

T F

11. Fire Extinguisher training is provided by Protective Services. T F

12. All hazardous chemicals and hazardous wastes must be properly identified. T F

13. Safety Data Sheets must be available to employees in their department. T F

14. SDSs provide advice on protective equipment, compatibilities and spill response.

T F

15. Primary containers of chemicals do not need labels. T F

16. All hazardous materials may be handled safely if proper PPE is used. T F

17. UWSP is a small quantity generator of Haz Waste. T F

18. HazMat employees must be trained to know how to respond to emergencies. T F

19. Many accidents may be avoided by keeping the workplace clean and clutter-free.

T F

20. Standing on the top of a step ladder is an acceptable practice. T F

21. For fires we evacuate and assemble up-wind to avoid smoke and for tornadoes we take shelter inside in the lowest levels away from windows and wide-span structures.

T F

22. Lead is hazardous to humans through ingestion and inhalation (dusts/fumes). T F

23. Exposure to lead only affects our central nervous system. T F

24. PPE is effective only when worn and used properly. T F

25. NO smoking or tobacco products are allowed in University Buildings. T F

I acknowledge that I attended this training, received the safety orientation, and understood the topics addressed. Contact your supervisor with any questions. Send a copy of the completed quiz to the Risk Management at 127 Stien Building or email to conarank@uwsp.edu.

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Department__________________________Date __________________

Effective 05/23/23 Send a copy of the completed quiz to the Risk Management at 127 George Stien Bldg. or email to conarank@uwsp.edu