WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Safety Training
For Employers and
Mentors
Table of Contents
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Ergonomics
Movement and Physical Demands
Lifting and Carrying
Heat Stress
Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac
Earthquakes
Injury and Illness Prevention
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Safety Training
Movement and
Physical Demands
-Ergonomics-
Ergonomic Guidelines
♦ Keep it Natural
♦ The Next Position is the Best Position
Do’s
 Keep arms at your side
 Keep your wrists flat
 Monitor at arms length
 Take regular breaks
 Sit with good posture
 Move eyes away from monitor every
15 minutes for a few seconds
 Stay healthy on the job !
Ergonomic Guidelines
♦ Keep it Natural
♦ The Next Position is the Best Position
Do’s
 Stretch shoulders, elbows, wrists,
and fingers before, during and after
work
 Use smooth, efficient motions –
muscles and joints don’t like
surprises.
 Keep the space below and around the
desk clear of obstruction
 Keep the top of the screen at 0 to 60
degrees below horizontal, at eye level
Ergonomic Guidelines
♦ Keep it Natural
♦ The Next Position is the Best Position
Do’s
 Keep the keyboard and
mouse at elbow height
and at a comfortable
distance from your body
 Ensure you have
additional support for
your back, feet, wrist,
etc.
Ergonomic Guidelines
♦ Keep it Natural
♦ The Next Position is the Best Position
Don’ts
 Reach for heavy items
 Cradle your phone
 Pull your chair around
 Keep working if it hurts
 Be afraid to ask for help
 Use an awkward work position that strains
the body
 Hit the keys too hard
 Bend your wrist, while typing for any
lengthy period of time
Printers, Copiers and Electrical
Equipment
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Don’t use any machine that you
have not been trained,
instructed, or authorized to use.
Call trained personnel to clear
jams in copiers and other
machinery
Report malfunctions or
potentially unsafe conditions to
your supervisor
Be alert for electrical hazards
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Request PPE from your WIB caseworker
and/or worksite supervisor to prevent
potential injuries or illnesses.
Use PPE around machinery or other
equipment as instructed.
Your Safety
Your safety is our
number one
priority. Report any
safety hazards
immediately to your
Site Mentor and/or
the Program
Coordinator at
phone number 805478-5536.
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Safety Training
Movement and
Physical Demands
-Fall Prevention-
Fall Prevention
•Keep file and desk drawers closed when not in use
•Keep floors clean – even a pencil or paperclip may
cause a slip, trip, or fall
•Use aisles and avoid between-desk short cuts.
Wastebaskets, phone, and extension cords are
waiting to trip someone.
•Watch your step. Do not read or use a cell
phone/radio while walking nor obstruct your vision
with loads in your arms.
•Report burned out lights promptly
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&v=7oHKMDnEJ6I&NR=1
Fall Prevention
(continue)
 Don’t lay extension cords across roadways or
other areas where they may be run over by
vehicles or other moving objects.
 Inspect cords for broken insulation before use.
Excessive scraping, kicking and stretching will
damage power cables and cause premature
failure
 Ground wires or prongs leading from electrical
apparatus must be disconnected
 Consider all electrical wires “live” until proven
otherwise
Fall Prevention
(continue)
 Office work areas should be kept free of loose
electric and telephone wires.
 Pull the plug instead of yanking the cord. Never
remove a cord if it is in use. Electricity can jump
across exposed prongs in the plug.
 Have approved fire extinguishers in appropriate
areas for electrical fires.
Fall Prevention
(continue)
 Turn off the power, unplug, tag, and
report overheating, sparking or smoking
motors, wiring, and other electrical
equipment to your supervisor.
 Don’t use broken equipment
 Never put your hands inside an electrical
panel while the main power is still on.
 Ensure all office machines are grounded
with the three-prong plug or be of the
double insulated type before use.
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Safety Training
Movement and
Physical Demands
-Lifting and Carryinghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgKEidZynf
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Lifting and Carrying
Lifting
•Size up the load, its position, and surrounding hazards.
Get help, if needed.
•Stand as close to the load as possible and spread your
feet, either parallel or one in front of the other. Face in the
direction of the lift. Widen base as needed to control your
center of gravity and give you better balance.
•Take a secure grip, but keep fingers away from pinch
points. Wear protective gloves as necessary.
Lifting and Carrying
Lifting (continue)
 With knees and hips bent, tighten abdominal
muscles, breathe, and lift. Keep load and
elbows close to the body. Use legs and hip
muscles, and not the back, while maintaining
the back’s natural curves.
 When reaching for an object overhead, grip it
with palms up and lower the object slowly. On
the way down, keep the object close to the
body.
 Watch out for protruding objects, sharp edges,
etc.
 Use available hand trucks, carts, etc.
Lifting and Carrying
Carrying
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Keep load close to the body and centered over your
pelvis, while maintaining the back’s natural curves
whenever possible.
Counterbalance your load by shifting the part of your
body in the opposite direction from the load so your
load will be in balance.
With the load close to the body, set it down by
bending the hips and knees with the back in a
“neutral” position while holding the back’s natural
curves.
If the load is too heavy, get help.
When the load is carried by more than one person,
allow one individual to be the leader for good timing
and coordination.
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Safety Training
Movement and
Physical Demands
-Heat Stresshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cR6FA5w8A1o
Heat Stress
Prevention Program
Outdoor Temperature & Clothing Action
Levels
This program applies
when WIB Youth
participants are
exposed to outdoor
heat at or above the
following temperature
and clothing action
levels.
All other clothing
89° F
Double-layer woven
clothes including
coveralls, jackets
and sweatshirts
77° F
Non-breathing clothes
including vapor
barrier clothing or
PPE such as
chemical resistant
suits
52° F
Heat Stress
Prevention Program
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It is possible for outdoor heat related
illness to result at temperatures
below the action levels when WIB
Youth participants have not
acclimatized to sudden and
significant increases in temperature
and humidity. Worksite Supervisors
and WIB Youth participants should
monitor for signs and symptoms of
outdoor heat related illness when
there is a significant and sudden
increase in temperature.
Heat Stress
Prevention Program
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WIB Youth participants are
responsible for monitoring their own
personal factors for heat related
illness including consumption of
water or other acceptable
beverages to ensure hydration.
Evaluating and Controlling Outdoor
Heat Stress Factors
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In addition to outdoor temperature, worksite
supervisors should evaluate other potential heat
stress factors. These factors include:
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Radiant Heat (Example: reflection of heat from
asphalt, rocks, or composite roofing material, or work
in direct sunlight)
Air Movement (Example: wind blowing and
temperature above 95° F)
Workload Activity and Duration (Examples: hand
sawing, digging with a shovel)
Personal Protective Equipment (Examples: wearing a
respirator, chemical resistant suit and gloves for
pesticide application, or leathers and gloves for
welding)
Evaluating and Controlling Outdoor
Heat Stress Factors
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Taking breaks in a shaded area (building,
canopy and under trees)
Starting the work shift early (when
daylight begins) and ending the shift
early and/or not working outside during
the hottest part of the day.
Removing personal protective equipment
such as respirators, chemical resistant
clothing and gloves, and welding leathers
during breaks
Using cooling vests or headbands
Evaluating and Controlling Outdoor
Heat Stress Factors
Drinking Water
 Sufficient quantity of potable
drinking water will be provided and
made accessible to WIB Youth
participants. At least one quart of
water per employee/student per
hour will be available. Water will be
provided at the individual worksite.
Evaluating and Controlling Outdoor
Heat Stress Factors
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WIB Youth participants experiencing signs and
symptoms of a heat-related illness are to cease
work and report their condition to their Worksite
Supervisor. WIB Youth participants showing signs
or demonstrating symptoms of heat-related
illness are to be relieved from duty and provided
sufficient means to reduce body temperature.
WIB Youth participants experiencing sunburn,
heat rash or heat cramps will be monitored to
determine whether medical attention is
necessary. Emergency medical services will be
called (911) when WIB Youth participants
experience signs and symptoms of heat
exhaustion or heat stroke.
Heat-Related Illness First Aid and Emergency Response Procedures
HeatRelated
Illness
Signs and Symptoms
First Aid and Emergency Response
Procedures
Move
Sunburn
Red,
hot skin
Possibly blisters
Red,
Heat Rash
itchy skin
Bumpy skin
Skin infection
Muscle
Heat
Cramps
cramps or
spasms
Grasping the affected
area
Abnormal body posture
to shade, loosen clothes
Apply cool compress or water to
burn
Get medical evaluation if severe
Apply
cool water or compress to rash
Keep affected area dry
Drink
water to hydrate body
Rest in a cool, shaded area
Massage affected muscles
Get medical attention in cramps
persist
Heat-Related Illness First Aid and Emergency Response Procedures
Heat-Related
Illness
Heat
Exhaustion
Heat Stroke
Signs and Symptoms
First Aid and Emergency Response
Procedures
High
pulse rate
Extreme sweating
Pale face
Insecure gait
Headache
Clammy and moist skin
Weakness
Fatigue
Dizziness
CALL
Any
CALL
of the above, but
more severe
Hot, dry skin (25-50% of
cases)
Altered mental status
with confusion and
agitation
Can progress to loss of
consciousness and
seizures
911*
Provide EMS with directions to
worksite
Move to shade and loosen clothing
Start rapid cooling with fan, water mister
or ice packs
Lay flat and elevate feet
Drink small amounts of water to hydrate
and cool body
911*
Provide EMS with directions to
worksite
Immediately remove from work area
Start rapid cooling with fan, water mister
or ice packs
Lay flat and elevate feet
If conscious give sips of water
Monitor airway and breathing,
administer CPR if needed
Heat Related Illnesses
Sunburn
Heat Rash
Heat
Cramps
Heat Stroke
Heat
Exhaustion
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Safety Training
-Poison Ivy, Oak, or
Sumac Preventionhttp://www.youtube.co
m/watch?v=nDQV61cN
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Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac Prevention
Only the oil (urushiol) from
poison ivy, oak, or sumac
plants can cause a rash
(allergic contact dermatitis
). The best way to avoid
contact with urushiol and
getting a rash is to avoid
the plants.
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac Prevention
Learn to recognize these plants, especially those near
where you live. The plants may look different
depending on the season and the area where they are
growing. A county agricultural extension service may
be able to help you identify the plants in your area.
See a picture of poison ivy, oak, and sumac leaves .
While their appearance changes with the seasons, the
plants usually contain the same amount of urushiol
year-round, even in the winter when they only appear
as bare sticks. Black areas on the plants may help you
identify them in the winter (urushiol turns black when
exposed to air). Living, dormant, and dead plants all
contain urushiol, although dead leaves do not contain
a lot of it.
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac Prevention
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You may try to remove the plants when
appropriate. Never handle these plants
without vinyl gloves (urushiol can
penetrate rubber).
When you cannot avoid being near poison
ivy, heavy clothing (long pants, long
sleeves, enclosed footwear) may help
prevent the oil from touching your skin.
Clothing or any other object that has
touched the plant must be handled
carefully and washed thoroughly.
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac Prevention
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If you are often in areas where poison
ivy, oak, or sumac grows, you may want
to get a product (such as Tecnu or Zanfel)
that is designed to remove the plant oil
(urushiol) from your skin.
Barrier creams and lotions can be used to
prevent urushiol from contacting the skin
or to reduce the severity of a reaction.
These creams vary in their potency and
are not always effective.
Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac Prevention
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If you suspect that your skin has touched
poison ivy, oak, or sumac, rinse the area with
water immediately (within 10 to 15 minutes) to
help prevent a reaction. Most of the oil is
absorbed into the skin within 30 minutes.1
Clothing should also be thoroughly washed
right away. Contaminated surfaces should be
cleaned with rubbing alcohol.
WORKFORCE
INVESTMENT BOARD
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Safety Training
-Earthquakes-
Earthquakes
During an Earthquake
•Don’t panic or run
•If Indoors, stay there and take cover under a sturdy desk, table, etc.
•Stay away from windows
•Watch for falling plaster, ceiling tiles, light fixtures, pictures, mirrors, free
standing file cabinets or equipment.
•If outside, stay there. Stay away from buildings, poles, television aerials, roof
ornaments, chimneys, high walls, glass, and power lines.
•If in a vehicle, pull over and stop in an open area away from bridges,
overpasses, power lines, buildings, and other hazards. Stay in the car until
the earthquake is over.
•In an earthquake, the elevators should go to the next floor and stop, and the
doors should open. Get off and move to a safe place. Don’t stay in the
elevator
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLWN7AHftBo&feature=related
Earthquakes
After an Earthquake
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Check for injured or missing people. Obtain medical aid, if
necessary.
When it is safe to leave the building, move carefully to the
prearranged staging area. Do not reenter damaged
buildings until the buildings have been declared safe.
If a building is damaged, do not use electrical equipment
or matches.
Don’t use telephones and cellular phones, they will be
needed for emergency communications.
If in a vehicle, watch for earthquake caused hazards (e.g.
fallen or falling objects, downed electrical wires, or broken
or undermined roadways). Don’t cross or pass under
bridges or overpasses unless reasonably sure it is safe to
do so.
Be prepared for aftershocks over the next days and weeks.
Earthquakes
Preparedness
 Learn how to use fire extinguisher and how
to administer first aid
 Consider how to protect yourself and make
the office safer
 Don’t keep heavy objects or unstable
materials on high shelves
 Glass and other breakables should not be
stored on high shelves
 Plan how and where to meet your family if
not at home when an earthquake strikes.
WORKFORCE
INVESTMENT BOARD
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
YOUTH WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Safety Training
-DSS Injury & Illness
Prevention Program
DSS Injury and Illness Prevention
Program (IHPP)
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The DSS IHPP was created to
prevent employees personal injury
and to protect all employees from
unnecessary and foreseeable work
hazards, including the public insofar
as they come into direct contact
with DSS operations and services.
Where to Obtain More Information
To Receive a Full Copy of the IIPP Manual,
Contact Your Local WIB Office
Santa Maria:
2125 S. Centerpointe
Parkway
Santa Maria, 93454
Phone: 614-8245
Contact: Michelle Lynch
Lompoc:
118 North H Street
Lompoc 93436
Phone: 896-6835
Contact: Angela Olmos
Santa Barbara: WIB
Administration
260 North San Antonio Rd.
Suite C, Santa Barbara 93110
Phone: 681-4453
Contact: Luis Servin