Staying Safe
What 5 items of PPE are required for you to have with you at the job site?
Hard Hat, Safety Glasses, Safety vest, dog stick, safety toed boots.
Name 3 things you might notice if a dog is present in a yard.
dog trails, dog feces, dog toys, water/food dish, fence, shovel,dog run, actual dog....
Situation: The new module won't fit on the meter because the new module is longer and there is a pipe on the customers side blocking it.
Picture? Skip Code? Notes
Picture: Meter ID, the new module pressed up against the fence showing it will not fit, address.
Permanent Obstruction. (Customers Property)
Notes. New module will not fit, pipe in way. AB
What is the most common type of injury on the job?
Slips, trips and falls (about 25%)
What injury has happened to both Andy and Cody in the last 4 years.
Broken Ankle
When selecting proper protective footwear, what time of day is best?
At the end of the work day when the feet are a little more swollen.
Name 3 things other than your dog stick you can use as a personal protective device against a dog if need be.
umbrella, Jacket, clip board, chair, couch cushion, tool bag, bucket, rake, broom, trash can lid.....
Situation: You cannot get to the install because it is blocked by thick sticker bushes.
Pictures? Skip code? Note?
Pictures: the bushes blocking the meter/that side of the house, Address
Skip Code: Customer requests appointment.
Note: Sticker bushes blocking access to the meter. AB
Name 2 hazards that stairs potentially have.
Slippery surfaces, cluttered, damaged or poorly maintained, loose boards, no hand rails.
IF you trip an earthquake valve, what steps do you need to take?
Call your supervisor and tell them what happened. Add an install note in your handheld. Tell the customer what happened and give them the gas leak hotline number if they need it. If the customer is not home, leave a note
What is it called when you are scanning an area for possible dangers you might need to address?
Site Evaluation
If there is a dog biting you, what part of the dog do you grab to get the dog to release their grip?
Back of the dog's neck or the dog's feet
Situation: You are at an appointment and the customer has not unlocked the gate and cannot be reached.
Pictures? Skip Code? Notes?
Pictures: Locked gate, Address.
Skip Code: Customer missed appointment
Notes: Arrived at 10:00 for 8-11 appointment. knocked and called but no response. AB
Name 2 drinks to stay away from when trying to stay hydrated.
coffee, alcohol, fruit juice, energy drinks...
What is the policy for calling out sick?
You need to call your supervisor at least 15 minutes before the start of your shift.
When coming to a stop in traffic, what is the rule for how much space you want between you and the car in front of you?
You want to be able to see the rear tires touching the pavement.
What is it called when a dog acts aggressively behind a fence, door, window, or inside a vehicle?
Fence and Barrier syndrome
Situation: You see the meter but it is blocked by a bunch of old tires, long metal pipes, concrete blocks and some old windows.
Pictures? Skip Code? Note?
Pictures: The stuff blocking the meter. Address
Skip Code:Appointment requested by customer.
Note: Meter blocked by junk. AB
Name the most severe type of heat illness.
Heat Stroke
What is the color used to mark gas lines by the utilities?
Yellow
Name 3 things you look for when doing your Circle of Safety.
Damage to the vehicle, anything that you don't want to run over(screws, concrete blocks, tall curbs,pets, light poles...) children playing under car...
Why do dogs act more aggressive when their owners are in the yard with them?
The dog gains confidence from his owners presence because dogs are pack animals.
Situation: You take the old module off the meter and you see there is a broken off screw in the bottom right hole for the module preventing you from putting in a new one.
Pictures? Skip Code? Note?
Trick Question!!! Do the install!!!
What is our projects most recurring incident?
Bee Stings
Name all 9 holidays that we get off.
New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day After thanksgiving, Christmas.