Acronyms
What is LOTO?
Lock Out Tag Out
What should you do if you find a blocked emergency exit?
Remove the obstruction if safe to do so & report in ERS
What is a Near Miss?
An unplanned event that could have resulted in and injury, damage or environmental impact but didn't happen
What does ERS stand for?
Event Reporting System
When should damaged PPE be reported/replaced?
Immediately
What is PPE?
Personal Protective Equipment
When should you report an injury to your leadership and safety?
Immediately following the injury/ as soon as it is safe to do so
Why is reporting near misses important?
To prevent future incidents and injuries
If you find a damaged extension cord, what category in ERS would it be reported in?
Hazard ID
What are 2 types of PPE items that are needed when working in a confined space?
Hard Hat, Gloves, Atmospheric testing device (blackline)
What is HEAT?
High Energy Activities & Tasks
When should you report findings into ERS?
As immediate as time allows, or within 24 hours of incident
Give an example of a Near Miss.
Ex: An employee slips but catches themselves and does not fall.
If you are driving a company vehicle and someone hits you, but nobody is injured would this be reported in ERS?
Yes, under Vehicle & Mobile
What are 3 types of PPE items that are needed when working in an excavation/trench?
Gloves, Hard Hat, Work Boots
What is STKY?
Stuff That Kills You
What is the difference between Hazard ID and Near Miss?
Hazard ID is something that has the potential of a near miss or injury
Near Miss an event that almost resulted in an incident
True or False: A Near miss always involves unsafe behaviors
False. It may involve unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, or both.
A tool fell from a ladder and landed near an employee
Near Miss
What should you do before utilizing PPE?
Inspect PPE for damages, defects, or excessive wear and replace if it is necessary.
What is COHE?
Control of Hazardous Energy
Near miss or Hazard ID? A worker notices a small hole in their glove before starting work.
Hazard ID
Near Miss or Hazard ID? An employee starts a bench grinder and discovers the guard is missing while the equipment is running.
Near Miss
Name 3 types of events or observations that should be reported in ERS
What ANSI Standard is commonly found on approved safety glasses?
ANSI Z87+/ ANSI Z87.1