Workplace Inspections Introduction Purpose The Education Act and - - PDF document

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Workplace Inspections

Introduction

Purpose

The Education Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) place responsibilities on all staff and Principals / Supervisors to report hazards, to correct hazards and to work safely on an ongoing basis. Inspections serve as a means of notification of potential and actual hazards, identifying unsafe conditions as well as unsafe practices associated with the workplace. ➢ Prevent injury & illness ➢ Gain further understanding of job tasks ➢ Determine underlying root causes of hazards ➢ Recommend corrective measures ➢ Monitor hazard controls

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The Committee’s role

Annual inspections completed by the Central JHSC help ensure a well functioning Internal Responsibility System (IRS) and provide a fresh set of eyes for identifying hazards. It can also help with consistency of control measures across the board.

Getting Prepared

TO DO:

Review inspection schedule created and posted by the co-chairs. Arrange date and start time with school Administrator. Remind the School Administrator to invite the In-School Health and Safety Team

• members. Note their full participation is

not required to carry out an annual inspection. Review previous annual or monthly inspections for that school in eSolutions. Familiarize yourself with what to look for in your Hazard ID Booklet. Enter time in SmartFind Express Attendance Program.

TO BRING:

Hazard ID Booklet Blank Inspection Worksheet for eSolutons and pen Appropriate attire

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Inspection Worksheet

myHDSB> Departments> Human Resources > Forms > Choose Form IW

Hazard Identification Booklet

Available from the Health & Safety Department

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ADMINISTRATIVE HAZARDS AIR QUALITY & BUILDING HAZARDS

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Chemical & Electrical Hazards ERGONOMIC & EQUIPMENT HAZARDS

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FALL HAZARDS (from height) HAZARD CONTROL & FIRE SAFETY

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MISCELLANEOUS HAZARDS SLIP / TRIP & STORAGE HAZARDS

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What to look for

Look up, down, and around...

Consider the various working environment:

What to look for (continued)

Classroom:

No items hanging from the ceiling? No tripping hazards along the ground? Electrical outlets not overloaded? Are there over-loaded shelves starting to bow? Emergency posters missing by exit? Unlabelled spraybottles/chemicals? No leaks under the sink or above the ceiling?

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What to look for (continued)

Office and Staff Room:

• No items hanging from ceiling tiles/light fixtures?
• No curling carpet or other trip hazards?
• No overloaded electrical outlets?
• Paper cutter in good repair and stored properly?
• Are file cabinet doors being left open in walkways?
• Is the H&S board missing any items?
• Is the first aid kit accessible and inspected regularly?

What to look for (continued)

Hallways:

• Are egress routes kept clear of clutter?
• Is the 3ftx12ft rule followed for posted materials?
• Are emergency Exit signs in good repair?
• Are items being stored under a stairwell?
• Are fire extinguishers/AED getting inspected monthly?
• Do you notice any door closers sticking or not working?

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What to look for (continued)

Storage Areas:

• No items toppling over?
• No long items stored upright and unsecured?
• Are items blocking sprinkler head or exits?
• Are shelving units over 4ft secured to wall?
• Are there chemicals stored inappropriately?

What to look for (continued)

Tech/Auto Workshops:

• Are emergency exits kept clear?
• Are eyewash stations in working condition?
• Are there any spills not cleaned up?
• Are safety lines present for machinery?
• Is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) available for

teaching staff?

• Is there any damaged or missing machine guarding?

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What to look for (continued)

Science Rooms and Chemical storage:

• Are eyewash stations accessible and in working condition?
• Are spill kits available and stocked?
• Are all chemical containers labelled?
• Are chemicals being properly stored?
• Is personal protective equipment (PPE) available for staff?
• Is the fume hood working properly?
• Do staff know where to get MSDS?

What to look for (continued)

Facilities/Mechanical Rooms:

• Are good housekeeping practices being followed?
• Are excessive items being stored in electrical rooms?
• Are there chemicals stored improperly?
• Are shelving units over 4 ft secured to the wall?
• Are decanted chemical products properly labelled?

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What to look for (continued)

Portables:

• Are the front stairs & railing in good repair?
• Are there items hanging from the ceiling?
• Are there curled rugs or cords running along floor?
• Is the electrical panel accessible?
• Is there overloaded shelving?

What to look for (continued)

Outdoors:

• Are potholes or damaged concrete identified?
• Are there any burnt out lights reported?
• Are walkways properly cleared/treated (winter)
• Are large icy patches identified? (winter)

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What Not to Report

You may come across items you wish to bring up to management, but that do not belong on the Workplace Inspection Report as they do not present a safety hazard. Feel free to jot down your concerns and address them with the administrator separately. This may include:

Building maintenance items (i.e. broken clock, damaged paper towel holder, graffiti on washroom wall) Student safety related items (i.e. play equipment in need of repair) Staff wish list items (i.e. wants carpet replaced with no evident safety concern)

Top Reported High Risk Hazards

Fire Safety Hazards Electrical Hazards Building Related Hazards

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Important Tips

Address imminent hazards immediately Dress appropriately - as part of promoting safety in the

workplace, we need to lead by example. Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes with good treads when you know you will be entering tech and mechanical areas.

Be detailed - when noting hazards and locations down,

be as detailed as possible so there is no confusion when referring back to them.

For additional support:

Discuss with other JHSC members Check resources on MYHDSB.ca

https://www.myhdsb.ca/Departments/HR/HealthandSafety/Pages/InSchoolHealthandSafetyTeams.aspx

Contact the Health & Safety Department

H&S Manager: Judi Goldsworthy ext. 3221 H&S Assistant: Mical Salovaara ext. 3396 H&S Specialist: Kerri Snell ext. 3347 H&S Specialist: Melissa Rozon ext. 3223

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