West Clermont Local School District
Administrative Guidelines
 

7430 - RISK REDUCTION PROGRAM

The desired outcomes of the District's safety program are:

 A.regularly-scheduled inspections of building and grounds to identify/correct potential hazardous conditions;
 B.quality tools, implements, machines, and vehicles that meet safety standards in normal usage;
 C.equipment that is in compliance with State safety standards in all respects;
 D.regularly-scheduled equipment servicing and maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation;
 E.provision of approved protective devices to minimize personal injuries.

Responsibility

The Director of Operations shall be responsible for compliance with the Public Employment Risk Reduction Program (PERRP) and for maintaining communication with the Division of Safety and Hygiene (614-575-1190) and the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Ohio OSHA). Each principal is to assist by developing and administering such measures and practices as are necessary to adequately monitor safety conditions in the school and to prevent accidents.

The plan should be in accordance with recommendations provided by the State and should include the following:

 A.Hazard Inspection
  A hazard inspection of all areas in which employees work or participate (See Form 7410 F4). If a hazard is identified, the Director of Operations shall select the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for the employee, communicate the selection to the employee, and ensure the employee wears the PPE after receiving the proper instruction. (See Form 7430 F4).
 B.Fire and Tornado (see AG 8420 and AG 8420A)
  1.Fire drills are to be conducted monthly.
  2.Fire exits are to be inspected daily to ensure each is ready for prompt and orderly egress.
  3.Fire extinguishers are to be inspected annually and tagged when inspected. The Director of Operations shall be notified when fire extinguishers have been discharged and need to be recharged or replaced.
 C.Protective Devices and/or Clothing
  1.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE's) shall be used by all students, teachers, and visitors when participating in or observing courses involving the use of hazardous substances and/or participating in activities in which there is a reasonably-foreseeable exposure to bodily fluids.
  2.For purposes of these guidelines hazardous substances are those likely to cause physical injury to the eye, face, head, foot, or hand. This includes materials which are flammable, toxic, or corrosive to living tissue, irritating, strongly sensitizing, radioactive, or those which generate pressure through heat, decomposition, or other means.
  3.Activities requiring protective devices and/or clothing include:
   a.working with hot molten metals;
   b.milling, sawing, turning, shaping, cutting, grinding, or stamping any solid material;
   c.heat treating, tempering, or kiln firing of any metal or material;
   d.gas or electric arc welding;
   e.working with hot liquids, solids or chemicals which are flammable, toxic, corrosive to living tissue, irritating, sensitizing, radioactive, or which generate pressure through heat, decomposition, or other means;
   f.other activities identified in the hazard assessment. (see Form 7410 F4)
 D.Respirator Safety
  The Director of Operations shall be responsible for selecting any respirators (including dust masks) that may be used by maintenance personnel or as part of an instructional program. S/He will also develop and implement a written program on their proper use and maintenance, in accordance with OSHA rules (1910.132-134).
  Prior to any use, each staff member and student who may be using a respirator must receive training on the proper use and limitations of a respirator and on the proper methods for fit-testing, cleaning, and maintenance of the respirator. Upon completion of the training, the person is to complete Form 7430 F2.
  No staff member or student is to use any respirator unless a physician has completed Form 7430 F1 which confirms that the person has no physical condition that would be affected by the use of a respirator. This form must be completed annually, reviewed by the supervisor of the staff member or student using the respirator, and filed in the staff member's or student's personal file along with Form 7430 F2 and Form 7430 F3, if a student.
  The Director of Operations shall be responsible for periodic inspections of the area(s) while respirators are being used in the area(s) to ensure that only certified respirators are being used and are being used and maintained properly.
 E.Safety Education
  1.Tools and equipment shall be used for instructional purposes only, and the teacher shall be fully responsible for ensuring that each is used safely and is kept in proper working order, including any safety features.
  2.Applicable courses of study shall include instruction in accident and fire prevention and in safety education.
  3.The goals of the District safety program for students shall be that each has developed:
   a.a positive attitude toward maintaining good personal health and well-being;
   b.knowledge in the proper use of tools and machinery;
   c.an awareness of potential safety hazards in structures, equipment, and use of tools and equipment;
   d.pride in practicing safe workmanship;
   e.a work ethic that includes a willingness to assist in preventing hazards to self and co-workers;
   f.a commitment to maintaining a healthy, productive work environment.