Safety Procedures / eSWP
What is the SWP PROC?
OPG-PROC-0129
Who is your FLM?
Tyler Betts
What is a Hazard?
A hazard is any source of potential damage, harm or adverse health effects on something or someone
If you hurt yourself at work, what do you do?
Report it to your supervisor, and seek treatment as needed.
True or False: You need to wear gloves when pushing a cart?
True
What does eSWP stand for?
Electronic Safe Work Plan
How many bones are in the human body?
206
What is the least effective control in the Hierarchy of Controls Pyramid?
PPE
During what season/month are you most likely to experience heat stress?
Spring / May/June
What level of cut resistant gloves are required (at minimum) in the station?
ANSI level 3
Name 2 types of gravity hazards from the energy wheel
Falling objects, suspended or lifted loads, slips/trips, fall from heights, drop zones, collapsing excavation, slip/fall off vehicles & equipment.
195 countries
What are the top 2 effective controls in the Hierarchy of Controls?
Elimination and Substitution
How can you prevent MSDs?
•Listen to your body and know your limits – pay attention to early MSD signs and symptoms and identify them to your supervisor.
•Identify MSD hazards and controls during job planning.
•Provide suggestions for job improvements. You know your job better than anyone else, and may have ideas for improvement.
•Be willing to try new tools and work methods, even if a new technique feels awkward at first.
What type of gloves are worn for hoisting and rigging work?
Leather Gloves
What are 2 High Energy Hazards from the Energy Wheel?
Temperature above 150 degrees, Fall from elevation >4 feet, Driving >30MPH, etc
When was the last time the Toronto Maple Leafs won a stanley cop?
May 2 1967 :(
Name 3 ways to prevent heat stress
Drink water frequently – use the hydration poster as a guide for dehydration
Wear light loose clothing
Take breaks in cool areas
Avoid direct sunlight
Use the “buddy system” – each worker should stop briefly and check on their co worker’s condition. Personnel may not notice their own symptoms
Recognize the increased risk on hot, humid days and take action accordingly
Workers on medication or with pre-existing medical conditions may be more susceptible to heat stress
Avoid drinking caffeine or alcohol, or eating heavy, hot meals
What are your 3 Rights as workers?
Right to know, right to participate, right to refuse unsafe work
What are 3 common categories for hand injuries at OPG?
Caught by/pinned- mostly manual material handling activities.
Sharp objects - mostly cuts from tools/sharp edges.
Impact/struck by - slipping tools, falling, material handling, moving through doorways (wind, negative pressure), carts, applying force.
When do you need an eSWP?
For high hazard work
What is your Health and Safety Advisor's name?
Mary-Lynn Van Lankveld
Give an example for each hierarchy of control?
Elimination: removing noisy equipment and replace with quieter equipment
Substitution: replacing one chemical with a less hazardous one
Engineering Controls: install a barrier
Administrative Controls: Procedures, signage
PPE: Safety Glasses
In the event of a medical emergency in the station, who is the first person you call? and what is their phone number?
ERT, 911 or ext 1920
What is the PPE PROC?
OPG-PROC-0133