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GENERAL EMPLOYEE SAFETY PRACTICES

 

 

The Catahoula Parish School Board has attempted precautions to assure that each employee's job is as safe as possible.  However, these efforts are wasted unless full cooperation is received from the employees.  Employees shall:

 

1.

Comply with all written and oral safety policies, regulations, directives, training, rules, and instructions provided by the School Board.

 

2.

Attend departmental loss control meetings.

 

3.

Be individually responsible for keeping themselves and fellow employees free from mishaps.

 

4.

Be certain instructions are completely understood and all safety and health requirements are met before starting work.  Make safety the first consider­ation.

 

5.

Personal protective equipment is required in designated areas or when performing certain duties.  It must be worn.

 

6.

Wearing the proper selection of clothing for the job is required.

 

7.

If an operation calls for more than one person, the required persons must be present before starting that operation.

 

8.

Only operate machinery if trained and authorized to do so.

 

9.

Only repair machinery if trained and authorized to do so.

 

10.

Immediately report any unsafe condition in the facility to the supervisor.

 

11.

Immediately report all accidents and injuries to the supervisor/principal, no matter how minor.

 

12.

Keep work areas clean and orderly at all times.

 

13.

Follow prescribed procedures during emergency situations.

 

14.

Know how and where needed medical help may be obtained.  Familiarize oneself with medical emergency numbers and where to find them posted.

 

15.

Learn and practice proper lifting and handling of materials.

 

  • Proper evaluation of material handling task.
     

  • Do not hesitate to ask fellow employees and/or the supervisor for assis­tance.
     

  • Utilize appropriate equipment and machinery for lifting and transporting material.
     

  • Never lift with your back.
     

16.

Never engage in horseplay or disruptive activity.

 

17.

Review all safety educational material posted on the bulletin boards and participate in all safety promotional activities in the district.

 

18.

Report any and all substandard conditions and/or unsafe acts or practices to immediate supervisor.

 

19.

Use only tools that are in good safe working condition.

 

20.

Remain on the job assigned, do not distract other employees.

 

 

Catahoula Parish School Board