(NAME OF ORGANIZATION) - SAFE WORK PROCEDURE
BOILER TREATMENT CHEMICAL
1) FACILITY / SITE NAME:
Manufacturer:
Product Name:
Supplier:
3) Product Use: Closed system corrosion inhibitor in boiler water used in hot water heating systems
4) Equipment
Required: Rubber gloves, chemical goggles, lab coat
5) Procedure: Carefully read material safety data sheet
a) Close isolation valves on chemical pot.
b) Put container under drain, slowly open drain valve and supply valve (to let air in), drain amount to be added plus 3-4 litres. Close drain valve, open air vent valve.
c) Open pour spout and vent on 20 litre pail of chemical. Pour chemical into smaller container, then into chemical pot. After measured amount of chemical is added close spout and vent on pail and slowly pour water until water is noticed in air vent valve. Stop adding water and close vent valve and supply valve. Open isolation valve and ensure circulation.
d) Record task performed in "Red Book" or "Blue Book".
BOILER TREATMENT CHEMICAL TESTING
1) FACILITY / SITE NAME:
Manufacturer:
Product Name:
Supplier:
Product Use: Test concentration of corrosion inhibitor of boiler water used in closed hot water heating system
Procedure:
1. Carefully read material safety data sheets
2. Carefully read and follow test procedures supplied with each test kit.
CHEMICALS
1) Maintenance
LIST NAME OF CHEMICALS
2) Kitchen
LIST NAME OF CHEMICALS
Sample listing
Stainless Presoak K6
Rinse Agent Grill Cleaner
Aluminum Safe Dish Pak P9
D-Scale
Javex Bleach
Comet Powdered Cleanser
Sunlight Soap
3) Housekeeping
LIST NAME OF CHEMICALS
Sample listing
Room Care Multi-Surface Cleaner Concentrate
Room Care Air Freshener
Bowl Brite
Room Care Glass Cleaner
Dygen Liquid Soap
R-100 Rug Shampoo
Room Care Furniture Polish
Javex Bleach
Kercell One Shot Laundry Soap
Spray and Wash
4) Hobby & Craft Room
LIST NAME OF CHEMICALS
Sample listing
Lepages PolyClens Turpentine
Nail Polish Remover Leather Dye
Ez-Tones Translucent Paint Linseed Oil
Bug & Tar Remover Fabric Starch - Aerosol
All-Brite Concentrated Cleaner Ceramic Sealer Sprays
Ceramic Paints - Some oil base Ceramic Glazes
Med-Mar Metals Overglaze for Ceramics
Duncan's Overglazes for Ceramics
Fashion Hues Translucent Oil Base Paint
Sunglow Master Glaze (Shuffleboard Cleaner)
CHEMICAL, DECANTING
LIST NAME OF CHEMICALS
Sample listing of Procedure
Purpose: To decant a four (4) litre bottle of product into sixteen (16) 500ml spray bottles with water in a 1 to 1 ratio in the chemical storage area.
Equipment: 1 4 litre bottle of product
16 500ml type A spray bottles (clean) complete with workplace labels
1 #5 Funnel
1 "Decanting in Progress" Sign
Personal Protective Equipment:
1 Rubber apron
1 Pair of goggles (chemical) or 1 face shield
1 Pair of #7 green chemical gloves
Training Required: WHMIS general training program
Decanting for staff
Legislative Requirement:
WHMIS controlled product. All decanted bottles to be labelled.
Procedure:
1. Prior to commencing ensure:
· dry floor
· ventilation on
· "Decanting in Progress" sign on outside of door
· bottles are clean and empty with no visible cracks
2. Put on Personal Protective Equipment
3. Remove cap from 4 litre supply bottle
4. Place funnel into opening of empty spray bottle
5. Pour 250 ml into spray bottle
6. Repeat procedure number 5 until all 16 bottles have 250 ml
7. Replace cap on 4 litre bottle and store
8. Top up spray bottles with water
9. Screw caps with spray attachment on all bottles
10. Invert and check for leaks
11. Label and place on appropriate shelf
12. Clean all equipment and remove sign
CLEANING SOLVENTS & FLAMMABLES
Cleaning solvents are used in day-to-day maintenance work to clean tools and equipment. Special care must be taken to protect the worker from hazards which may be created from the use of these liquids. Wherever possible, solvents should be non-flammable and nontoxic.
The Maintenance Supervisor must be aware of all solvents/flammables that are used on the job, and be sure that all workers who use these materials have been instructed in their proper use and any hazard they pose.
The following instructions or rules apply when solvents/flammables are used:
1. Use non-flammable solvents for general cleaning.
2. When flammable liquids are used, make sure that no hot work is permitted in the area.
3. Store flammables and solvents in special storage areas.
4. Check toxic hazards of all solvents before use. (MSDS)
5. Provide adequate ventilation where all solvents and flammables are being used.
6. Use goggles or face shields to protect the face and eyes from splashes or sprays.
7. Use rubber gloves to protect the hands.
8. Wear protective clothing to prevent contamination of worker's clothes.
9. When breathing hazards exist, use the appropriate respiratory protection.
10. Never leave solvents in open tubs or vats return them to storage drums or tanks.
11. Ensure that proper containers are used for transportation, storage and field use of solvents/flammables.
12. Where solvents are controlled products, ensure all employees using or in the vicinity of use or storage are trained and certified in the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. Ensure all WHMIS requirements are met.
Confined Space (Crawlspace) Entry
Confined space means an enclosed or partially enclosed space having restricted access and egress and which, due to its design, construction, location, atmosphere, the materials or substances in it or other conditions, is or may become hazardous to a worker entering it or does not have an easy means of escape for or rescue of a worker entering it.
Crawlspace Hazards:
- presence of harmful substance – sewer gas
- deficiency of oxygen
- flooding – water, sewage
Means to Eliminate Hazards:
- Sewer gas and oxygen deficient
- All crawlspaces are sufficiently vented to the outdoors by having a continuous supply of forced fresh air and vents, or forced fresh air and exhausted crawlspace air
- Flooding – presence of sewage or water
- Most crawlspaces have catch basins to collect water. Some have sump pumps.
- Visually check for excess amount and do not enter an unsafe area
Procedure for entering crawlspace:
- Before entering crawlspace visually check condition and be aware of unusual odors – enter only a safe area
- Before entering a crawlspace let a co-worker or employee of (organization name)
know that you are entering a particular crawlspace and the estimated time you are expected to be in the crawlspace. This applies if you are doing the monthly checks or working in the crawlspace. If an employee is not in the building or is unable to stay in the building during the duration of the work; phone the main office and let the person in the office know that they can expect to receive your returning call by a specific time.
LAUNDRY - CONTAMINATED - WASHING OF
Equipment Required:
· Washer
· Dryer
· Soap
· Bleach (Refer to MSDS) - Uncontrolled Product
· Rubber Gloves
· Disposable Apron
Procedure:
1. Wear rubber gloves & apron
2. Keep contaminated laundry separate from regular laundry.
3. Sort laundry
· colors
· materials
4. Treat laundry according to what caused contamination.
5. Wash separately, adding detergent and cleaning products according to
manufacturer's instructions.
6. Disinfect all areas used for sorting and treating contaminated laundry.
7. Dry according to material.
DEFECTIVE TOOLS
General
Defective tools can cause serious and painful injuries.
If a tool is defective in some way, DON'T USE IT
Be aware of problems like:
· chisels and wedges with mushroomed heads
· split or cracked handles
· chipped or broken drill bits
· wrenches with worn out jaws
· tools which are not complete, such as files without handles
To ensure safe use of hand tools, remember:
1. never use a defective tool,
2. double check all tools prior to use, and
3. ensure defective tools are repaired.
Air, gasoline or electric power tools, require skill and complete attention on the part of the user even when they are in good condition. Don't use power tools when they are defective in any way.
Watch for problems like:
· broken or inoperative guards,
· insufficient or improper grounding due to damage on double insulated tools,
· no ground wire (on plug) or cords or standard tools,
· the on/off switch not in good working order,
· tool blade is cracked,
· the wrong grinder wheel is being used, or
· the guard has been wedged back on a power saw.
ELECTRICAL TOOLS
· drill press / · power mitre saw· electrical drills / · radial arm saw
· grinder / · router
· jig saw / · sander
· power hand saw / · table saw
Equipment Required:
· proper clothing - snug but free from movement
· face shield
· dust mask
· non slip shoes
· ear plugs
Procedure:
1. Read instruction manual before operating the tool.
Learn the tool's application and limitations, as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it.
2. Read safety applications and rules.
3. Keep guards in place and in working order.
4. Secure material that is being worked on.
5. Disconnect power supply when not in use: before servicing, changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.
6. Ground all tools using three prong plug.
7. Keep work area clean. Don't use power tools in wet conditions. Work in well lit area.
8. Wear proper apparel, face shield, dust mask in dusty conditions, ear plugs in noisy environment.
9. Maintain tools in top condition. Use right tool and do not force tool.
EXTENSION LADDERS
Equipment Required:
· Non-slip shoes
· Proper clothing: snug but free for movement
Information:
Locate and carefully read and understand all safety information, safety-alert symbols and words.
Selection:
Ensure ladder is seven feet longer than highest point you have to reach and the proper grade for use intended.
Procedure:
1. Inspect ladder before using.
2. Place feet on solid level ground and one foot out from support for every four feet of ladder used.
3. Extend ladder three feet past eves and do not climb past top support.
4. Make sure locks are engaged.
5. Tie top of ladder when against slippery surface.
6. Never over reach, keep belt buckle between side rails.
7. Keep clean of electrical wires.
8. Keep steps clean.
9. Do not use in rain or snow.
10. Do not use in horizontal position.
11. Ladder must be properly supported when in transit or storage.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
General
Good Housekeeping is essential in the prevention of fires. Fires can start anywhere and at any time. This is why it is important to know which fire extinguisher to use and how to use it.
Always keep fire extinguishers visible and easy to get at. Fire extinguishers have to be properly maintained to do the job. Where temperature is a factor, ensure that care is taken in selecting the right extinguisher.
Types of Fires
Class A: These fires consist of wood, paper, rags, rubbish and other ordinary combustible materials.
Recommended Extinguishers:
Water from a hose, pump type water can, or pressurized extinguisher, and soda acid extinguishers.
Fighting the Fire:
Soak the fire completely - even the smoking embers.
Class B: Flammable liquids, oil and grease
Recommended Extinguishers:
ABC units, dry chemical, foam and carbon dioxide extinguishers.
Fighting the Fire:
Start at the base of the fire and use a swinging motion from left to right, always keeping the fire in front of you.
Class C: Electrical equipment
Recommended Extinguishers:
Carbon dioxide and dry chemical (ABC units) extinguishers.
Fighting the Fire
Use short bursts on the fire. When the electrical current is shut off on a Class C fire, it can become a Class A fire if the materials around the electrical fire are ignited.
FURNITURE MOVING
Purpose: Lifting or moving of furniture to either vacuum or rearrange a room.
Equipment Required:
· Furniture
· Two people
Procedure:
1. Use proper method of lifting to move the furniture.
2. Slide the furniture instead of lifting it whenever possible
GAS POWERED EQUIPMENT
Review:
1. Safety section of operator's manual
2. Operator's manual
Equipment Required:
· earmuffs or ear plugs
· gloves
· goggles or face shield
· hard hat
Procedure:
1. Carefully read safety section of operator's manual
2. Recognize safety alert symbols and words: "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION"
3. Carefully read operator's manual for proper operation and use of controls
4. Protect against noise wear ear muffs or ear plugs
5. Protect against flying debris wear goggles or face shield
6. Protect against falling objects wear hard hat
7. Protect against bodily injury wear sturdy and snug fitting clothing but allow for free movement, wear long pants
8. Start engine outdoors or in well ventilated areas
9. Stop equipment before servicing or making adjustments
10. Do not fill hot or running engine
GLOVES
Use of Gloves
(organization name) will follow universal blood and body fluid precautions as set out by the Centre for Disease Control, Health and Welfare Canada.
The glove-use precautions do not apply to feces, nasal secretions, sputum, sweat, tears and vomitus unless they are visibly contaminated with blood. Personnel do not need to use other special precautions other than good hand washing techniques.
(organization name) will make gloves available to staff as needed.
Surgical gloves will be available for emergency use in handling blood or any body fluid visibly contaminated with blood.
Non surgical utility rubber gloves will be available for use in all departments where needed. Such needs cover:
· Washing floors, bathrooms & etc. with disinfectants
· Washing dishes, pots & pans
· Handling WHMIS products
GLUE GUNS
General
Residents are not permitted to operate hot temperature glue gun. There are three low temperature glue guns for resident and staff use
Procedure
1. Plug in gun and set out of way of fingers, arms, etc. Low temperature glue guns take about 20 minutes to heat, high temperature gun takes about 10 minutes.
2. Using low temperature gun, if you get some glue on your fingers/hands it will cause a warm sensation and stick, but no blistering will occur.