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SAFETY FIRST

NEP Safety

It is the intention of NEP Broadcasting to initiate and maintain complete accident prevention and safety training programs and ensure a safe work environment for staff, clients, vendors, etc. Each and every employee working for NEP are responsible for the safety and health of those persons in their charge, coworkers, and others that may be on-site or in any NEP facility. By accepting mutual responsibility to participate in all safety practices, we will all contribute to the well being of our co-workers, clients, guests and the public.

Safety Committee

o NEP Broadcasting is dedicated to protecting the safety and health of its employees. We have established a safety and health program to prevent injuries and illnesses due to hazards. Employee involvement at all levels of the company is critical for us to be successful in this effort. To accomplish this task, a joint worker/management safety committee has been established to bring workers and management together in a non-adversarial, cooperative effort to promote safety and health in the workplace. This safety committee will provide information and recommendations to management about occupational safety and health conditions and practices, and to provide a forum for information exchange.

Section 1

Office Ergonomics Proper Lifting Techniques Fire Safety Blood borne Pathogens

Ergonomics

Ergonomics at NEP

The purpose of ergonomics is to fit the workplace to the worker and help reduce injuries associated with repetitive motion, unnatural positions, and excessive forces.. Ergonomically correct equipment is available to all employees. Contact your supervisor or Human Resources if you have a specific requirement.

Office Ergonomics

Office Ergonomics include such items as:

Your Chair Your Keyboard Monitor,

Document & Telephone

Office Ergonomics Cont’d

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Office Ergonomics Cont’d

Pauses & Breaks Once you have correctly set up your computer workstation,

use good work habits. No matter how perfect the environment, prolonged, static postures will inhibit blood circulation and cause aches and pains.

Take short 1-2 minute stretch breaks every 30 minutes. After each hour of work, take a break or change tasks for at least 5 minutes. Always try to get away from your computer during lunch breaks.

Avoid eye fatigue by resting and refocusing your eyes periodically. Look away from the monitor and focus on something in the distance.

Rest your eyes by covering them with your palms for 10-15 seconds.

Use correct posture when working. Keep moving as much as possible.

Office Ergonomics and Telephones

Placing the telephone too far away can cause you to repeatedly reach, resulting in strain on the shoulder, arm, and neck.

Potential Hazard: Prolonged conversations with the phone pinched between your shoulder

and head (Figure 1) may cause stress and neck pain. Possible Solution:

Use of the speaker that is located on the telephone for hands free use. Hold telephone with a hand; do not pinch between shoulder and head.

Figure 1.Awkward posture during telephone use

Ergonomics Cont’d

Lifting & Carrying “Work Smarter Not Harder”

Keep the load close

Proper Lifting Techniques

Plan ahead

Get help when you need it

Avoid pushing or pulling when possible

Always use proper technique to help avoid strains and injuries due to lifting and carrying:

Proper Lifting Techniques

Move items close to your body and use your legs when lifting an item from a low location.

Store and place materials that need to be manually lifted and transported at "power zone" height, about mid-thigh to mid-chest.

Minimize bending and reaching by placing heavy objects on shelves, tables, or racks.

Avoid twisting, especially when bending forward while lifting. Turn by moving the feet rather than twisting the torso.

Keep your elbows close to your body and keep the load as close to your body as possible.

Break down loads into smaller units and carry one in each hand to equalize loads. Use buckets with handles, or similar devices, to carry loose items.

Optimize employee access to heavy items through good housekeeping and preplanning.

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Fire Safety

Fire prevention is an important aspect of NEP’s safety philosophy.

To reduce the risk of fire at the facility you should use products with a high

flashpoint, and eliminate non-essential flammable and combustible materials in the

workplace.

Safety Guidelines for NEP Employees Cont’d

Fire extinguishers

Improper use of fire extinguishers can lead to serious injury or death.

Fire extinguishers are located throughout the facility, but at no time is any

employee required or obligated to use a fire extinguisher.

If you choose to not use the fire extinguisher close doors behind you in

order to restrict oxygen to fire.

How to Use a Fire Extinguisher

P = Pull the pin at the top of the cylinder.

A = Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire (do not hold the cone of a CO2 extinguisher).

S = Squeeze the handle.

S = Sweep the contents from side to side at the base of the fire until it goes out.

*If you use an extinguisher, give the extinguisher to the Facilities

Manager. Do not hang it back up.

All fire extinguishers located at NEP are operated in the same manner. The acronym P.A.S.S. can help you remember the correct way to use a fire extinguisher.


Pull the pin. This will allow you to discharge the extinguisher.

Aim at the base of the fire. If you aim at the flames (which is frequently the temptation), the extinguishing agent will fly right through and do no good. You want to hit the fuel.

Squeeze the top handle or lever. This depresses a button that releases the pressurized extinguishing agent in the extinguisher.

Sweep from side to side until the fire is completely out. Start using the extinguisher from a safe distance away, then move forward. Once the fire is out, keep an eye on the area in case it re-ignites.

Bloodborne Pathogens

Bloodborne Pathogens means pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

Universal precautions shall be observed to prevent contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body fluid types is difficult or impossible, all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious materials.

If employee is injured, call emergency services immediately if necessary. Stay away from contact with blood or bodily fluids. Use proper PPE if touching any contaminated materials. Properly dispose of contaminated materials. Disinfect all areas contaminated.

Section 2

Shop Safety House Keeping and Materials Handling/Storage

Compressed Gas Cylinders Heat Stress Illness and Prevention Spider Awareness

Safety Guidelines for NEP Employees

Shop Safety

Due to the large number of employees, visitors, and contractors traveling through the shop area, safety is a high priority

A clean workspace is essential for a safe working environment.

Wires, boxes, and other pieces of equipment should not be left on the floor.

If items must be on the floor, move the items so that the fire escape routes are

kept clear.

Housekeeping

Active work areas shall be kept free of equipment, such as lashing gear, and materials not in use, and clear of debris, projecting nails, strapping and other objects not necessary to the work in progress.

The employer shall eliminate conditions causing slippery walking and working surfaces in immediate areas used by employees.

Dunnage shall not be placed at any location where it interferes with the free movement of drafts.

Poor housekeeping limits proper access to objects being lifted, and forces awkward postures.

Materials Handling and Storage

Where mechanical handling equipment is used, sufficient safe clearances shall be allowed for aisles, at loading docks, through doorways and wherever turns or passage must be made.

Aisles and passageways shall be kept clear and in good repair, with no obstruction across or in aisles that could create a hazard.

Permanent aisles and passageways shall be appropriately marked. Storage areas shall be kept free from accumulation of materials that constitute

hazards from tripping, fire, explosion, or pest harborage. Covers and/or guard- rails shall be provided to protect personnel from the

hazards of open pits, tanks, vats, ditches, etc.

Compressed Gases (Cylinders)

Hazards Flammable or Combustible Explosive Corrosive Poisonous or a combination of hazards

Compressed Gases Cont’d Storage

Store separately (Full, Empty, In-Service) and in a well ventilated area

Must be properly secured at all times

Oxygen cylinders and cylinders containing flammable gas shall be stored separately

20 feet Fire Wall

Marked clearly with appropriate warning signs

Designate as a “No Smoking Area”

Fitted with cap valve Keep away from

sources of heat

Heat Stress Illnesses Health Problems Due to Heat

Excessive exposure to a hot work environment can bring about a variety of heat-induced disorders.

Heat Stroke Body Temperature Regulatory System Shutdown

(105˚F or Higher) Symptoms: Mentally Confused, Delirious,

Convulsions, Unconsciousness Skin: Hot, Dry, Red Call 911 Immediately First Aid: Move victim to cool area, Soak clothing

with water, and fan victim until ambulance arrives. Do not give victim water!!

Heat Stress Illnesses Cont’d

Heat Exhaustion Early Symptoms of Heat Stroke Excessive Salt Loss Symptoms: Extreme Fatigue, Nausea,

Vomiting, Headache Skin: Clammy Moist Skin, Complexion is

Pale or Flushed First Aid: Have Victim rest in a cool place,

Drink water

Insect & Spider Awareness Insects (Prevention)

Cover majority of skin Use insect repellent (DEED) Limit work from dusk till dawn Eliminate stagnant water

Spiders (Prevention) Avoid working around secluded areas indoors and

outdoors with out proper protection i.e. long sleeve shirt, pants, gloves

Eliminate cluttered areas in shop i.e. old boxes, lumber, old work cloths

Section 3

Eye Wash Station Personal Protective Equipment

(PPE) Hearing Conservation Tool Safety Fall Protection Ladders

Fall Protection/Ladders

How to Use the Emergency Eye Wash Station

To operate the eye wash unit:

Pull down the tray (black). This action should automatically activate the water spray.

Hold eyelids open with thumbs and forefingers and rotate eyes back and forth.

Bathe both eyes simultaneously for 15 minutes.

Seek medical attention immediately after use.

An emergency eye wash station is located at the back of Bay C and 7


Personal Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment at NEP

Engineering controls will be the primary method used to eliminate or minimize hazards in the workplace. When such controls are not practical or applicable, personal protective equipment will be used.

Gloves

Always use when handling materials

Eye Protection

Table Saw, Chop Saw, Grinders, during set-up and when anyone is working above you or there is a potential hazard to your eye.

Respiratory Protection

Any sprays or chemicals

Hearing Conservation

Hearing protection: Hearing protection should be used while operating power tools. Use hearing protection whenever noise levels become irritating or painful. Use disposable foam earplugs that are available.

Possible areas of hazardous noise exposure are: Carpentry Areas Pneumatic Equipment Vehicle Maintenance Areas Sound/Music Amplifiers Areas Near Internal Combustion Engines

Tool Safety

Tool Safety at NEPCluttered, poorly lit, and unclean work areas can increase the risk of an incident in the workplace. Do not operate power tools in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools can ignite dust and fumes. Keep bystanders and visitors away while operating a power tool.

Electric Tools

Powered Abrasive Wheel Tools

Pneumatic Tools

Hydraulic Power Tools

Fall Protection

Fall Protection at NEP

The NEP’s Fall Protection Program will apply to all employees who are exposed to unprotected sides or edges of surfaces that present a falling hazard of six feet or more to a lower level.

Aerial Lifts

Fall Hazards

Mezzanine

Fall Protection Cont’d

Aerial Lifts

Articulating boom platforms Fall Protection required.

Extensible or telescoping boom platforms Fall Protection required.

Vehicle-mounted bucket lifts Fall Protection required.

Scissor lifts- Fall Protection required unless all railings are in place with toe boards, mid rail and a top rail of 42 inches.

Personal man lifts or Forklift cages are lightweight and designed for one person to use indoors with the use of Fall Protection.

Aerial lifts include the following types of vehicle-mounted aerial devices used to elevate personnel to job sites above ground:

You must be a certified to operate the following equipment:


Open Area’s with Fall HazardsSafety Harness’s must be worn when working in an area with a fall hazard of 6 feet or greater. Report to your supervisor for the appropriate use of fall protection equipment.

Safety Harness

Mid Rail Protection and hold railing in place


Mezzanine

When working on the mezzanine loading docks:

Guardrail, Mid-rail, and Toe board

Notify workers in the bays and warehouse to stay clear of the area below the loading dock in use.

Remove the toe-board first, mid-rail second, and the guardrail last.

Replace guards as soon as work is complete.

Do not leave an unguarded loading dock unattended.


Mezzanine

When working on the mezzanine loading docks:

Swinging Gate

Notify workers in the bays and warehouse to stay clear of the area below the loading dock in use

Unlatch gate and carefully swing the gate open

Latch the gate open if necessary

Close the gate as soon as work is complete

Do not leave an unguarded loading dock unattended


Mezzanine Housekeeping

When stacking items on the mezzanine:

Do not stack items in the aisles.

Items next the edge shall not be stacked above the guardrail.

Do not overload a section of the mezzanine; distribute weight properly.

Fall Protection (Ladders)

Checklist Always inspect any ladder for

damage or defect prior to use Inspect for: Broken or missing rungs or steps Broken or split side rails Defective or missing safety feet Corrosion Securely fitting components between steps and

side rails Rungs that are free of grease and oil No splinters or sharp points that may snag clothing.

Check that moving parts operate freely without

binding Wheels or pulleys are properly lubricated

Ladders

Do not use any ladder that is missing a step or damaged in a way. Never use top rung of ladder to work from. Single ladders longer than 30 feet shall not be supplied. Safety feet and other auxiliary equipment shall be kept in good condition to

insure proper performance. Metal bearings of locks, wheels, pulleys, etc., shall be frequently lubricated. Safety feet and other auxiliary equipment shall be kept in good condition to

insure proper performance.

This is improperly using the top rung of this step ladder to work from.

Portable Stairs

Portable Stairs must be in place at all times when doors are unlocked.

All stairs must have safety railings in place when entering and exiting all trailers.

Stairs must be positioned at all door openings even if the other doors are not being used.

Both railings must be in place unless the stairs are against the trailer as show in the picture.

Section 4

Hazard Identification and Communication

Compressed Gas Forklift Safety Golf Cart Safety

Hazard Identification

Hazard Identification Form

Reason for Hazard Identification Form:

Provides the Safety Coordinator with your safety concerns

Benefits:

Allows NEP to provide you with a safe and healthy work environment

Employees will not be retaliated against for offering safety suggestions

Location:

End of Bay 1 across from the OSHA information station.

E-mail [email protected] with any safety concerns.

Hazard Communication

Hazard Communication Cont’d

Purpose

A Hazard Communication Program (HCP) has been developed for NEP to ensure that effective procedures and practices are in place so that you have access to appropriate information on the chemicals and other substances that you may work with.

29 CFR 1910.1200 states that as an employee you have the right-to-know what

hazardous substances are used at your workplace.

Hazard Communication Cont’d How to Use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?

1. Determine the name of the product.

2. Search for the product name in the MSDS INDEX.

The INDEX is in alphabetical order and uses the first letter of the product name.

The product name is highlighted yellow or blue on each MSDS sheet.

3. If unable to find the product on the MSDS INDEX check the index by the first letter of the product manufacturer’s name.

4. Find the proper tab that corresponds with the materials location in the MSDS INDEX.

5. Use the Terms and Abbreviations sheet to answer any questions on the MSDS sheets.

The abbreviation sheet is located after the MSDS INDEX.

Forklift Safety

Forklift Safety Cont’d

Forklifts, also known as powered industrial trucks, are used in numerous work settings, primarily to move materials. Each year in the United States, nearly 100 workers are killed and another 20,000 are seriously injured in forklift-related incidents.

General Forklift Information


Safety Tips

Never operate a forklift unless NEP has certified you.

Never walk under the forks of a PIT, loaded or unloaded.

Never ride on a forklift.

If forklift tips over do not attempt to jump out.

hold on firmly and lean away from the force of the impact.

Be aware of forklifts operating in your area.

Use caution while walking near forklifts.

The driver may not be able to react to sudden movements


General Forklift Information

NEP Supershooters employees, freelancers, and other temporary workers who have not been trained and certified by NEP to operate forklifts will NOT be permitted to operate the equipment.

NEP Supershooters employees, freelancers, and other temporary workers under 18 years of age will NOT be permitted to operate forklifts.

Section 5

Emergency Preparedness Plans

Emergency Preparedness Plan

At N E P

Emergency Preparedness Plan

Contains

Purpose of the Emergency Action Plan

Organization and Staff Responsibilities

Emergency Procedures

Natural Disaster Response

Chemical Releases

Power Outages

Purpose of the Emergency Preparedness Plan

The Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) is used to address emergencies that NEP may reasonably expect. The plan is designed to assist employees and management at NEP in making good decisions during times of crisis.

Emergency Numbers

ORGANIZATION EMERGENCY OFFICE NUMBER NUMBER

AV Department 911 (724) 274-4250 Harmar Police Department 911 non-emergency (724) 274-5525 Lower Valley Ambulance Service 911 (724) 274-4155 Hazardous Material Response Team (412) 473-3000 (412) 473-3000 West Penn Hospital (412) 578-5000 (412) 578-5000St. Margaret’s Hospital (412) 784-4000 (412) 784-4000Allegheny Kiski Medical Center (724) 224-5100 (724) 224-5100 Poison Control (412) 681-6669 (412) 681-6669Life Flight (412) 359-3333 (412) 359-3333Comcast Cable 1-800-266-2278 1-800-266-2278West Penn Power 1-888-544-4877 1-800-686-0021Penn Telecom 1-877-449-3311 1-877-449-3311Oakmont Water Authority (412) 828-7220 (412) 828-7220Equitable Gas 1-800-253-3928 (412) 395-2517


During an emergency situation, the Emergency Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring that proper actions are taken to protect the safety of visitors and employees. The Emergency Coordinator has the additional responsibility to conduct emergency drills.

Emergency CoordinatorNicole LetourneauOffice ……..……………………………… (412) 423- 1327Cell ……………………………………… (412) 860- 2459

Emergency Coordinator

Organization and Staff Responsibilities Cont’d

Assistant Emergency Coordinator

The Assistant Emergency Coordinator will be responsible for knowing all the procedures of the Emergency Coordinator. During an emergency, this person will assist the Emergency Coordinator.

Assistant Emergency CoordinatorTim LetourneauOffice ……..……………………………… (412) 820- 6020Cell ……………………………………… (724) 344-3016


Mustering (Meeting) Point Coordinator

The Meeting Point Coordinator will be responsible for taking roll call during an emergency. In the event of an emergency, this person will exit the building with a copy of the Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP), roll call sheet, and visitor log.

Meeting Point CoordinatorAshley Lawrence ………………………………… (412) 820-6055 Nicole Letourneau .……………………………….(412) 423-1327


Emergency Alerting Procedures

It is essential that proper alerting procedures be used in emergency situations. The following table shows the recognized methods of communication to use during an emergency.

EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION INTERNAL COMMUNICATION

Alarms

Phone

Cell Phone

Alarms

Phone

PA System


Evacuation and Staff Accountability

NEP takes alarms seriously. All Staff should evacuate the facility when an alarm is activated.

Employees should quickly and calmly evacuate the facility upon alarm activation.

Alert others in the vicinity on your way out

After evacuating the facility, employees and visitors will gather at the designated meeting

point so that the Meeting Point Coordinator can take roll call.

The Meeting Point Coordinator will bring the EPP, the employee log sheet, and the visitor log

sheet to the meeting point so that all employees and visitors can be accounted for.


Meeting Point Location

EMPLOYEE MEETING POINTS

All Employees………………………….. North Side of front parking lot

Natural Disaster Employee

Procedures

Tornado Minimize all

outdoor activities Listen to radio or

television for further details

If sighted take shelter in reinforced room or hallway

Stay away from windows

Floods Minimize all

outdoor activities Listen to radio or

television for further details

If sighted move to second floor

Natural Disasters

Earthquake Take shelter under a

sturdy table or desk until objects quit falling

If there is no shelter in the area cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building

Earthquakes usually come in intervals of 2-3 so you caution before proceeding to meeting point

Mudslides If you are located in a

mudslide prone area leave if it is safe to do so, if it is not relocate to the second floor.

Listen to the radio or television for further detail.

Contact proper emergency services if needed.

Chemical Releases

Incidental Releases

Incidental releases are small chemical spills that have not caused injuries and do not

require evacuation.

Before attempting to clean-up a spill, check the applicable MSDS sheet for spill and

disposal procedures.

Proper clean-up and disposal procedures should be followed.

Emergency releases are any chemical releases that can cause injury or death and requires immediate evacuation of the facility.

Employees should not attempt to contain or clean up emergency chemical releases.

Contact your Supervisor They will contact the fire department or

one of Allegheny County’s HAZMAT teams will contain and decontaminated any hazardous chemical release at NEP.

Emergency Releases

Power Outages

Employee procedures

Remain at your workstation unless directed differently by your supervisor.

Assist one another until electricity is turned back on.

Emergency lights located throughout the facility will last approximately 90 min. before

shutting off.

Use all available light sources except candles and open flames.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING & HEALTH & SAFETY MANUAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By signing this form, I acknowledge that I have received and reviewed NEP’S Health and Safety Training. I understand the safety requirements of my job and agree to fully cooperate with the safety efforts of the company and to follow all safety rules and use good judgment concerning safe work behavior.

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