Workplace emergencies
For which of these emergencies may shelter in place be the best course of action?
a. chemical release outside of the facility
b. fire in the facility
c. severe hailstorm
d. flash flood in the facility
a. chemical release outside of the facility
Where do you get new PPE?
Office trailer closet, just ask!
Who promotes safety + sound week
OSHA
What is Gwen's cats name?
Fern
Where do we gather if there is an emergency on the jobsite (if possible)?
The front gate.
Where are safety data sheets kept?
Office Trailer, Gwen's Desk!
Why is emergency preparedness important?
a. Reduces the amount of damage or losses
b. Reduces unexpected costs due to damage
c. Lessens the severity or amount of injuries.
d. Helps return to full capacity and operations faster
e. All of the above
e. All of the above
How old was Gwen when she graduated highschool?
16.
What is the most common reason for needing to evacuate a workplace?
A fire.
Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?
Everyone is!
a. hurricanes
b. rain
c. civil disturbances
d. power outages
b. rain
How many jobs does Gwen have on campus?
4.
What are 3 types of emergencies?
hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, chemical spills, explosions, power outages, civil disturbances
Who is the jobsite safety manager?
Will!
True or False: An emergency action plan is all that is needed to ensure the safety of employees
False.
What is Gwen's major?
DUAL major. Chemical engineering and Engineering & Management
What are characteristics that make incidents qualify as a workplace emergency (1/3)?
Interrupt work, cause physical or environmental harm, can be natural or manmade
Who do you notify with a safety concern? (hint: role dependent)
Report to your next higher up...
For example: Journeyman to Foreman, Superintendent to Project Manager etc.
True or false: Federal law entitles you to a safe workplace. You have the right to speak up about hazards without fear of retaliation.
True
What is Gwen's hometown?
Moravia