Carpentry - McCann Technical School

Carpentry C.I.P. Code 46.0201

Safety And Health Plan Charles H. McCann Technical School 70 Hodges Cross Road North Adams, MA 01247 Lawrence Koch Carpentry Instructor Francis Kruzel Carpentry Instructor

Vocational Technical Education Framework Construction Cluster Carpentry

Developed September 1999 Updated February 2011 Massachusetts Department Of Education Career/ Vocational Technical Education Unit 350 Main Street, Malden MA 02148 tele. (781) 338 – 3910 internet www.doe.mass.edu/cte/ email [email protected]

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Table of Contents Carpentry Instructors Qualifications Health and Safety Policy Statement and Objectives Health and Safety Program Results Health and Safety / OSHA Training Programs Jobsite Health and Safety Policies and Procedures Carpentry Health and Safety Committee / Jobsite Safety Foreman Carpentry Shop Health and Safety Checklists Laws Related to Safety Appendix A -- Carpentry Dress Requirements - Rules Appendix B – Emergency Action Plans, Jobsite Postings Appendix C -- Record Keeping Appendix D -- Student Safety Portfolio Appendix E -- Sample Fall Protection Plan Appendix F -- Jobsite Clean Up, Safety Checklist

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Instructors Qualifications

Mr. Francis Kruzel

Mr. Lawrence Koch

Residential Construction Specialist

Commercial Construction Specialist

General Contractor

Project Manager

37 years Construction Experience

Foreman

OSHA Safety Trainer

40 Years Construction Experience

Licensed Construction Supervisor

Licensed Construction Supervisor

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Health and Safety Policy Statement and Objectives The major components of the carpentry shop safety program provide for the students to complete a written test, attend a detailed demonstration, and prove tool, machine, and equipment use with a performance exam. Written documentation for listed tools, machines, and equipment are kept on file. Performance exams must be completed to 100%. Training is provided in OSHA’s four important target areas; fell from, struck by, caught in between, and electrocution, along with other mandatory OSHA job site training. The materials that follow along with the evaluating methods listed above provide the outline for a comprehensive accident prevention program. However, student attitude and common sense are the primary elements of safety, and these cannot be conveyed on paper or with written tests. These two elements, then, attitude and common sense, depend largely on the instructors own perception of students ability. Therefore, it is at the instructors discretion, to prohibit the student from operating or using tools/equipment until an acceptable attitude and level of common sense is displayed regardless of written or performance exams. Attitudes toward safety are inherent in the surrounding influences of the shop and are supported by the administration.

Primary Objectives: 1. To provide students and instructors with a safe and healthy work environment. 2. To have the students develop an attitude and habits about safety that they will promote for a lifetime in any employment or situation.

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Health and Safety Program Outcome The Carpentry Health and Safety Program Does The Following: 1.

Provides a clear list of safety and health rules.

2.

Involves students developing and revising safety rules.

3.

Involves regular safety inspections of power tools.

4.

Involves regular safety inspections of equipment.

5.

Has weekly safety meetings to discuss inspection results, review safety and health fundamentals, and discuss any student concerns.

6.

Makes safety and health performance a part of the evaluation process.

7.

Provides the necessary protective equipment, facilities, and reference resources.

8.

Provides classroom and on site OSHA safety training and issues students 10 hour cards.

9.

Records injuries and accidents and conducts investigation when they occur.

10. Insures that the practices employed in the shop and on the job are consistent with that of industry. 11.

Expresses the concerns and cooperation of the administration and instructors for the well being of the students.

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Health and Safety / OSHA Training Programs

General Shop Safety Rules

OSHA Training

OSHA Training

Hand Tool Safety a. edge cutting tools b. prying tools c. striking tools d. lay out tools

General Safety and Health a. fire safety b. MSDS c. emergency procedures d. emergency action plans e. job site safety

Scaffold a. sectional steel b. towers c. wall brackets d. roof brackets

Portable Power Tool Safety a. circular saw b. jig + reciprocating saw c. table saw d. router e. portable planer f. sanders g. drills h. power nailers i. powder actuated tools j. miter saw

Fall Protection a. railings b. fall arrest c. nets d. CAZ e. fall protection plans f. safety monitors

Stationary Power Tool Safety a. table saw b. radial arm saw c. sanders d. planer e. jointer f. drill press g. router table

Electrical Safety a. GFCI b. extension cords c. LOTO Personal Protection Equip. a. eye b. hearing c. clothing Ladders a. step b. extension c. job made d. stairways

Excavation a. trenching b. excavation c. dig safe Material Handling a. slings b. chains c. pressure treated lumber Cranes a. overhead lifting b. danger zones Power Tools( other than those listed) a. generators b. construction heaters c. roofing torches

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Jobsite Health and Safety Policies and Procedures

General Instructor Responsibilities Both instructors are dedicated and give full support to the health and safety policy and objectives of this plan.

Student Safety Carpentry students will comply with all health and safety laws, rules and regulations in shop and at off site locations.

Student Dress and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) It is the carpentry Instructors policy to eliminate hazards by using all feasible engineering and work practice controls before requiring the use of PPE. PPE is the last level of control. Carpentry students will dress and use proper PPE in accordance with shop policy and carpentry shop rules. See appendix A for carpentry dress and safety rules

Eye Protection Carpentry students and visitors will comply with Chapter 71 Section 55C of the MGL.

School Fire/ Emergency Evacuations Carpentry students are given instruction as to emergency evacuations and fire alarm drills are conducted by the school and local fire departments.

Jobsite Fire/ Emergency Evacuations Carpentry students working on offsite construction projects follow procedure as listed in carpentry emergency action plan for offsite projects. The EAP along with emergency numbers are posted at the jobsite and practiced at the beginning of each job. Student signatures are kept on file. See appendix B for Emergency Action Plan and Emergency Numbers.

School Accident Injury Procedures Minor accidents and injuries are referred to the school nurse. The code 1000 procedure is used for major accidents and injuries.

Jobsite Accident Injury Procedures Carpentry students working on offsite construction projects follow procedure as listed in carpentry emergency action plan for offsite projects. The EAP along with emergency numbers are posted at the jobsite and practiced at the beginning of each job. Student signatures are kept on file. Minor accidents and injuries are treated on site. In the event of a larger injury or accident an ambulance will be called. Local authorities are notified of the job location and students involvement prior to the beginning of work. See appendix B for Emergency Action Plans and other jobsite postings.

Accident Reporting and Investigation Accidents reports are completed for every incident reported to the nurse and kept on file in the nurse’s office. All accidents are investigated and measures taken to eliminate the hazard. Records of minor offsite injuries are kept on file at the jobsite.

Tool and Machine Guarding and Safety Training of Tools All tools and machines used in the shop and off campus projects are equipped with guards that meet OSHA specifications. Tools used on off campus projects are checked weekly and removed from service and repaired if inoperable. Students are required to take a written test and a performance test for tools and equipment used. See appendix C for sample tool use documentation

Electricity All electrical use is in conjunction with standards set by OSHA. All electrical supply lines used in off campus projects are GFCI. All tools are unplugged or locked out for blade change, adjustment or repair.

Noise Ear protection is required and available when levels reach a level of potential danger.

Material and Supply Storage Majority of carpentry materials are stored in a storage building located outdoors, on 2 lofts in the shop area. Other supplies are stored in compliance with OSHA regulations. Materials for offsite jobs are stored using methods consistent with industry. Tools and supplies are kept in a locked job box located in the construction trailer.

Waste Disposal A dumpster is provided for shop waste. Waste generated by off campus projects is disposed of in a manner set by the town/ city where the project occurs.

Record Keeping Carpentry shop maintains a record for any student safety training, safety meetings, Accident / incident reports are kept on file in the nurses office. See appendix C for sample documentation.

Off Campus / CO-OP Requirements It is the policy of the carpentry instructors that no student is allowed to participate in off campus projects or work in the cooperative education program unless the appropriate level of maturity and safety is achieved. Students must complete their safety portfolio in order to participate in the cooperative work program. See appendix D for a sample portfolio.

Jobsite Transportation Carpentry students are transported to and from off site projects in a school bus. Seat belts are required by all students. Students who refuse compliance will not be allowed to participate in outside projects. All students receive training for bus emergencies including exits, fire extinguisher and first aid kit location, loading and unloading. Student signatures are kept on file.

Safety Violations Parents/ Guardians of students who repeatedly demonstrate an unwillingness to cooperate with carpentry’s effort to maintain a safe working environment will be notified of such behavior by the Vice Principal and may not be allowed to participate in shop or jobsite activities till behavior improves.

Fall Protection Students in off site projects receive fall protection training as part of the jobsite training, however, sometimes conventional methods of fall protection are not feasible or actually create a greater hazard. Therefore a fall protection plan is created for every outside project. See appendix E

Substance Abuse Any student suspected of substance abuse will be reported to the school nurse for evaluation.

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Carpentry Health and Safety Committee Jobsite Safety Foreman

The carpentry shop health and safety committee will be comprised of instructors and students from each shop week. Shop duties will include completing check off sheets.

On offsite projects one student is designated weekly as a job safety foreman. The foreman is responsible for assigned safety duties. Duties are posted at each jobsite. See appendix G for duties. The main objective of the student safety committee/ jobsite foreman is to help motivate, educate and train students to recognize, report, and correct hazards in a construction environment. Members For The 20011 – 2012 School Year Are listed Below. ___________________________

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McCann Technical School Safety Inspection Checklist: CARPENTRY

DATE: _____________ 20__

Reference

Conducted By:

Requirement

Yes

No

Comments

Yes

No

Comments

Means of Egress / Escape

Are exits provided to permit the prompt escape of occupants in case of fire or other emergency? Is every exit, way of approach, and way to travel from the exit continuously maintained free of all obstructions or impediments? Are exits marked so as to provide free and unobstructed egress or escape when room is occupied? Does the area have two exits if one exit could be blocked because of fire, smoke, or other emergency? Is access to exits marked by readily visible signs and arrows when the way to reach it is not immediately visible?

Reference

Requirement

Portable Fire Extinguishers and Fire Protection Are portable fire extinguishers fully charged, operable, and kept in designated places at all times? Are portable fires extinguishers inspected annually? When employees are expected to use fire

extinguishers, have they been trained in the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved with the incipient stage of fire fighting? Is the fire alarm system tested annually? Is a fire extinguisher provided for off site locations?

Emergency Evacuation

Noise (Occupational)

Reference

Are written emergency and fire prevention plans made available to building occupants for review? Have occupants been trained in emergency evacuation of the building? Are emergency drills conducted on a routine basis? Are written emergency action plans and fire prevention plans practiced on off site projects. Is a copy of the OSHA Noise Standard available to students or employees, with a copy posted in the classroom or work area

Requirement Is hearing protection available for staff, students and visitors?

Personal Protective Equipment Has a hazard assessment been conducted in the work place to identify possible hazards that would require the use of PPE? Based upon the hazards assessment, has PPE been selected for all appropriate individuals? Do employees and students use the selected PPE? Is PPE maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition? Is defective or damaged PPE removed from service

Yes

No

Comments

immediately? Has each individual who is required to use PPE been provided with training? Is protective footwear used when there is an identified danger of foot injury? Are appropriate protective gloves used whenever there is the danger to the hands of exposure to hazards?

Reference

Requirement Do all protective eye and face devices purchased after July 5, 1994 comply with ANSI Z87.1-1989? Are all shop entrances, areas, and equipment requiring the use of PPE devices posted with a sign indicating this requirement? Is required PPE provided to visitors to the work area when needed? Are all students wearing proper work clothing?

Medical Services and First Aid Are medical personnel readily available for advice or consultation on work related health issues? Is at least one person available who is adequately trained to render first aid? Are adequate first aid supplies readily available? Are suitable facilities for the quick drenching of eyes or body (safety eyewash or shower) available in work areas where the eyes or body may be exposed to corrosive materials? Do all employees or students handling blood or body fluids in an emergency follow universal precautions? (Blood Borne Pathogens) Are emergency phone numbers posted? Are all injuries reported and filed on record with the HSE office and medical and promptly investigated for cause

Yes

No

Comments

Reference

Requirement

Yes

No

Comments

Yes

No

Comments

Hazard Communication Has a written hazard communication program been developed, implemented, and maintained at the worksite? Has a list of known hazardous chemicals been prepared? Are all containers of hazardous chemicals in the workplace labeled, tagged or marked to identify the hazard; identify the appropriate warning; and identify the name and address of the chemical manufacturer, importer or other responsible party? Are material safety data sheets (MSDS) on hand for each hazardous chemical used and identified on the hazardous chemical list? Are material safety data sheets kept in the facility and made readily accessible to employees and students? Is information and training on hazardous chemicals in the worksite provided upon initial assignment and whenever the physical hazards or health hazards are introduced into the work area? Chemical Storage / Handling Are chemical liquids kept in closed containers when not in use? Are gasoline and other flammable liquids stored in approved containers?

Reference

Requirement Is combustible waster material stored in covered metal receptacle and disposed of daily? Are all chemical containers labeled? Are storage cabinets for flammable liquids labeled “FLAMMABLE – KEEP FIRE AWAY”? Are spills of flammable and combustible liquids cleaned up promptly and properly?

Housekeeping/ Work Areas Are work areas kept clean and orderly? Are work areas of adequate size to eliminate unsafe working conditions? Are equipment and materials kept out of aisles? Are all areas adequately illuminated? Are wet or greasy areas covered with non-slip materials? Are platforms, storage lofts, balconies, etc. that are more than four feet about the floor protected with standard guard rails? Are portable ladders, stools adequate for their purpose, in good condition, and provided with secure footing? Do portable ladders have non-slip bases? Is trash and waste collected in an adequate container and removed daily? Are scrap wood-bins emptied on a regular basis?

Reference

Requirement

Portable Hand and Power Tools Are all hand or power tools maintained in a safe condition? Are power tools equipped and used with guards whenever possible? Is all necessary personal protective equipment provided whenever the use of hand and power tools could create falling, flying, or splashing debris, or harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors or gases? Are all hand-held power drills; fastener drivers; horizontal, vertical and angle grinders; disc sanders; belt sanders; reciprocating saws; saber saw, scroll, jig saws; and other similarly power tools equipped with a constant pressure switch or control? Are all portable power driven circular saws (with blade diameter greater than 2 inches) equipped with guards

Yes

No

Comments

above and below the base plate or shoe? On hand-held tools, is the operating control located so as to minimize the possibility of accidental operation? Does the upper guard on a circular saw cover the saw to the depth of the teeth, except for the minimum arc required to permit the base to be tilted for bevel cuts?

Reference

Requirement

Yes

No

Comments

Yes

No

Comments

Are all portable, electrically powered tools properly grounded or double insulated? Are the wooded handles of tools kept free of splinters or cracks and are they fixed tightly in the tool? Are all tools stored in a safe and neat controlled area? Machines – General, Woodworking and Other Are all machines regularly checked and maintained for safety? Are all machines guarded to protect the operator and other people in the work area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips, and sparks? Are guards given adequate maintenance and repair? Are fixed machines securely anchored to prevent movement? Are all machines provided with a power cut-off switch that can be reached from the operating position? Are all machine operating controls easily reachable from the standard operating position and away from any hazardous point of operation?

Reference

Requirement Is each shop provided with a disconnect switch that can terminate power to all machines Is each circular hand-fed ripsaw, hand-fed crosscut saw, circular saw, self fed circular saw, and cutoff saw guarded with a hood that completely encloses the portions of the saw that are above the table and above the material being cut? Is each hand-fed circular saw furnished with a spreader to prevent material from squeezing the saw or being thrown back

on the operator? Compressors and Compressed Air

Are compressors equipped with pressure relief valves and pressure gauges? Are compressors operated and lubricated in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations? Before any repair work is done on the pressure system of a compressor, is the pressure bled off the system lock-out? Is the belt drive system totally enclosed to provide protection for the front, back, top and sides Is it strictly prohibited to direct compressed air towards a person? Is it prohibited to use compressed air to clean up or move combustible dust if such action could cause the dust to be suspended in the air and cause a fire or explosion hazard?

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Jobsite Safety Inspection Checklists Every Morning

Every Afternoon

o GFCI hooked up and tested

o Tools checked and put away

o Fire Extinguisher in operating condition

o Is the jobsite secure

o First Aid Kit mounted o Has weather affected soil conditions for ladders, staging, excavation

o Windows and doors locked o Materials stacked and covered o Toolbox locked o Fuels/paints etc. stored properly o Scraps piled together away from walkways and exits

At The End Of Work Week

o Ladders/staging secured or taken down o Erection of caution tape if needed

o Is the jobsite left in the same condition that it was for our group?

o Additional bracing because of upcoming weather o Check site for trash

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Prior to the start of each job the following checklist is used as a guide to for tools and equipment to load o Extra Safety Glasses

o GFCI Power Supply

o Hard Hats

o Safety Training Documentation

o Hearing Protection

o Caution Tape

o Work Gloves

o Dig Safe Number

o Dust Masks

o Fall Protection

o Worksite Posters

o NAHB Safety Handbook

o First Aid Kit

o 7th Edition Building Code

o Emergency Numbers Sheet

o Power Tools

o Cell Phone

o Sharp Hand Tools

o Fire Extinguisher

o Extension Cords

o MSDS Book

o Sharp Hand Tools

o EAP Sheets

o Extension Cords

o NAHB Safety Handbook

o Other

o 7th Edition Building Code o Sharp Hand Tools o Extension Cords

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Appendix A – Shop Dress Requirements - Rules

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Carpentry Dress Requirements The following dress is required of all Carpentry Students: • • • •

T shirts with appropriate logos Work Style Pants with a belt or suspenders Work Boots Baseball hats worn frontward

Not Allowed: • Hanging or hoop type jewelry • Rings, watches, necklaces • Baggy shirts, pants, sleeves • Any hoods, strings or big pockets Exceptions: Hooded sweatshirts and gloves are allowed if weather conditions permit.

The following PPE is required of all Carpentry Students: • • • •

Safety Glasses at All Times Hardhats When Required Hearing Protection When Required Gloves When Required

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GENERAL RULES JOB SAFETY IS EVERYBODY'S JOB 1.

GOING TO AND COMING FROM THE JOB OR FIELD TRIP A. No horseplay in the bus. B. Seat belts must be worn (as designed by the automobile manufacturer) at all times by everybody. C. Keep talking at a reasonable level as not to disrupt the driver. D. Music. Certain stations will not be allowed. E. Violators of the above rules will be issued detentions.

2.

EYE PROTECTION Safety glasses must be worn at all times on the job.

3.

HEARING PROTECTION Ear protection must be worn when noise becomes prolonged or excessive. This includes running the table saw, working next to heavy equipment, and other high pitched power tools.

4.

CLOTHING A. Wear well fitted cloths. B. Do not wear ragged sleeves, or loose clothing of any kind. C. Jackets should be zipped or buttoned. D. Wear gloves when working with rough materials or sharp objects. E. Wear a dust mask when working in dusty areas and when cutting pressure treated lumber. F. Wear a hat or cap to shade your eyes. Hats must be worn frontwards. G. Hardhats must be worn if the job requires. H. Long hair must be tied or rolled up in your hat. I. No jewelry of any kind.

5.

DEMONSTRATE APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR Wrestling, throwing objects, and other forms of horseplay must be avoided and will not be tolerated.

6.

HOUSEKEEPING A. Provide a place for everything and everything in it's place. B. Keep floors and work areas clean. C. Keep all workspaces clear of scraps of lumber, tools, and materials. Things left scattered on the floor can result in serious injury. D. REMOVE OR BEND OVER ANY PROTRUDING NAILS to eliminate the hazard of people stepping on them.

7.

ATTENTION TO SAFETY A. Notify the instructor of any known safety violations or conditions. B. Weekly safety meetings will be held on the job or in class. C. Inspect all tools and equipment before and during use. D. Don't use any tool or equipment unless you are cleared to do so. Have your set ups checked before using. E. Practice personal, hand tool, and power tool safety at all times. F. Do not go on the job if you are UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION G. KEEP YOU MIND ON WHAT YOU ARE DOING AT ALL TIMES. H. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS OR FEARS PLEASE LET THE INSTRUCTOR KNOW I. DON'T TAKE CHANCES.

8.

LIFTING A. Keep arms and body as straight as possible. Place your feet close to the object. Bend your knees, squat, and keep your back as straight as possible. Lift with your legs, not your back. B. Work within your own limitations. Be sure of your footing and balance. Don't over reach.

9.

FALLING OBJECTS Never place any objects on window sills, stepladders, or other high places where they can fall and cause injury. Check a ladder or staging for articles before moving. Don't ever throw debris, lumber or other objects from a building unless proper precautions have been taken.

10.

CONSTRUCTION VEHICLES Do not stand near a truck that is maneuvering, dumping or unloading lumber. Banding strips may fly and cause injury. Never work around heavy equipment without direct supervision. If you tie down materials on a truck you must have the load checked. Any materials sticking out more than 3 ft. requires a safety flag.

11.

MATERIALS All material should be stacked properly and covered at the end of the day. When unloading a truck watch for shifting loads.

12.

FAULTY TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Take all broken or faulty tools out of service immediately.

13.

WEATHER A. Check daily forecasts for severe weather. B. If it's hot drink plenty of water and take salt tablets. Do not drink ice water in hot weather. C. In cold weather always check for icy conditions.

14.

EMERGENCIES AND FIRST AID A. Know your emergency numbers and location and operation of phone. B. Report all accidents. C. Know location of first aid equipment D. Never treat an injured person if you are not trained. E. Never move an injured person F. No matter how slight, treat all injuries.

15.

ELECTRICAL A. Check condition of extention cords. Do not use damaged cords. B. Keep all cords and tools away from water and damp locations. C. All cords must be connected to a GFCI outlet. D. Test all GFCI outlets daily.

16.

NOT ALLOWED. DIRECT SAFETY VIOLATIONS. A. Going In A Trench Or Ditch Of Any Kind. B. Going In A Confined Space. ( Manhole, Tunnel, Any Small Area) C. Climbing A Ladder, Staging Of Any Type, Or Using A Fall Arrest System Without Having Set Ups Checked By The Instructor D. Working Without Safety Glasses, Equipment. E. Working As To Endanger Yourself And Others.

Carpentry Bus Rules
Seat Belts Must Be Worn At All Times As Instructed By The Manufacturer
Each Student Is Responsible For Proper Conduct And Actions
The Bus Is To Be Entered And Departed Using The Passengers Side Door Only. Toolbelts Must Be Removed And Stored In Container Before Entering The Bus. Pockets Must Be Free Of Tools.
Baggage ( Toolbelts) Must Be Stored In The Rear Of The Bus. ( Not On Or Under The Seat)
Open Food And Drinks Are Not Allowed
Windows Are To Remain Up At All Times
One Student Per Seat If Possible
Each Student Will Use The Same Seat Each Day And Is Responsible To Keep The Area Clean. Seats Will Be Used In Order From Front To Back.
Students Are Not Allowed In The Drivers Area
The Bus Will be Cleaned At The End Of Each Work Week


Violation Of These Rules Will Result In Disciplinary Action

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DAILY JOBSITE CLEANUP RULES 1.

ALL STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CLEANUP OF JOBSITE.

2.

ALL MATERIALS SHOULD BE NEATLY STACKED AND COVERED.

3.

ALL SCRAP LUMBER SHOULD BE PILED TOGETHER.

4.

ALL FLOORS AND WORK STATIONS SHOULD BE CLEANED AND SWEPT DAILY.

5.

ALL TRASH SHOULD BE PILED TOGETHER.

6.

ALL GARBAGE SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM SITE.

7.

ALL TOOLS SHOULD BE PLACED IN PROPER PLACES.

8.

STUDENTS SHOULD CHECK FOR SAFETY HAZARDS. THESE INCLUDE A. NAILS PROTRUDING FROM WOOD. B. FIRE HAZARDS. C. ERECTION OF CAUTION TAPES IF APPLICABLE D. SECURING OF JOBSITE, INCLUDES BLOCKING ACCESS DOORS, OPENINGS, TRENCHES ETC. E. ADDITIONAL BRACING OF WALLS AND MATERIALS IF NEEDED.

9.

EACH CLASS SHOULD LEAVE THE JOBSITE IN THE STATE THEY FOUND IT.

10.

EACH STUDENTS GRADE IS BASED ON THEIR ATTENTION TO A CLEAN AND SAFE JOBSITE.

SAFETY FIRST

EVERYTHING ELSE SECOND

DO NOT LITTER. THE WIND BLOWS YOUR TRASH ON SOMEONE ELSES PROPERTY.

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Appendix B – Emergency Action Plans, Jobsite Postings

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Carpentry Emergency Action Plan Students working at offsite projects must follow procedures for fire and medical emergencies posted at the job. These procedures are reviewed at the beginning of a job and repeated as needed. These 3 questions are asked. What do we do if there is a fire emergency?? What do we do if there is a medical emergency?? What do we do if the instructor is injured, ill or is unconscious?? These scenarios are reviewed before any work is begun. Depending on the job location, local authorities are notified of the location of the student project within the community in the event of the instructors inability to call for assistance. An example would be a student calling for help saying “ we are from McCann and we have an accident” and hangs up. Emergency vehicles would be sent to the school. This will help eliminate that mix-up. Students are also reminded calling 911 on a cell phone will hook you up with an operator in Northampton. Students must understand the exact location must be given.

EMERGENCY CALLS REMINDER: If you are using a cellular phone, remember if you dial 911 you will be connected with a dispatcher out of your area.

You must be able to give exact directions.

TO MAKE AN EMERGENCY CALL: 1. Dial The Number 2. State The Emergency A. Medical B. Fire C. Other 3. Give The Location Emergency Numbers For This Job Are: Police / Fire/ Ambulance

911

Police / Fire/ Ambulance

743 - 1212

McCann School

663 - 5383

Massachusetts State Police

743 - 4700

Mass Poison Information Center 1 - 800 - 682 - 9211

The Location Of This Job Is: Current Job Location Here

McCann Carpentry EAP – Emergency Action Plan

Jobsite Medical Emergency 1. Immediately Call For Help From 2 Locations By Phone and Cell Phone

Immediately Attend To The Victim Make Victim Comfortable Treat if Trained

2. Clear Any Obstacles Wait For Emergency Vehicles Direct Them To Injured Person 3. Stay Clear of Emergency Workers

McCann Carpentry EAP – Emergency Action Plan Jobsite Fire Emergency

IN CASE OF A FIRE 1. GIVE AN ALARM By fire alarm, telephone, or cell phone

2. EVACUATE THE BUILDING While someone moves to step 3 someone can:

• WAIT FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT • DIRECT THEM TO THE FIRE • CLEAR ANY OBSTACLES

3. CAN THE FIRE BE EXTINGUISHED? If it can: • DETERMINE YOUR ESCAPE PATH • USE THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER

If it cannot: EVACUATE 4. Meet in a Pre Determined Location

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Appendix C – Record Keeping Samples of Safety Training Documentation

CARPENTRY SHOP - TOOL \ EQUIPMENT EVALUATIONS Tool

The student must pass all parts of this evaluation with a 100%

Instructors Demonstration Included Review of safety rules Adjustments and operation of tool Changing the blade, checking the blade square to the base KICKBACK A crosscut, bevel cut, angle cut, compound angle cut Setup sheetgoods for a rip cut Use of the cutoff jig Use of the guard with a pocket cut

Circular Saw/Cutoff jig

Students Performance Included Explanation of what causes kickback Changing the blade Demonstrating a cross, angle, bevel, compound cut to Instructors specs. Demonstrating a pocket cut Cutting samples to given length on the cutoff table Setting up and ripping a sheet of plywood Following all safety rules Cleaning the work area after completion

I certify by my signature below that I have observed the student named and the have successfully demonstrated safe and proper use of this tool/equipment. I also certify that I have reviewed safety rules and have given a safety demonstration for the tool / equipment listed. I understand the safety demonstrations given for the operations and equipment listed above. My signature means that I understand how to perform these operations safely and I understand how to use the tools and equipment safely. My signature also means that I agree to use all the safety precautions I have learned; to report any unsafe conditions; and ASK MY INSTRUCTOR IF I AM UNSURE.

Name

Students Signature

Instructors Signature

Date

Grade Comments

CARPENTRY SHOP - GENERAL SHOP RULES SAFETY FIRST

EVERYTHING ELSE SECOND

NEVER USE A TOOL UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR MEDICATION

Given By: ________________________________

Date ____________________

I UNDERSTAND ALL THE SHOP REQUIREMENTS, PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT, AND RULES THAT I AM EXPECTED TO FOLLOW AND USE. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT THE SAFETY OF MYSELF AND FELLOW STUDENTS IS #1 AND THAT IF I AM UNSURE OF A SAFETY PROCEDURE I WILL ASK MY INSTRUCTOR.

A Question and Answer Period Followed. Students Name

Students Signature

Students Name

Students Signature

CARPENTRY SHOP - OSHA TRAINING SAFETY FIRST

EVERYTHING ELSE SECOND

NEVER USE A TOOL UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR MEDICATION Given By: ________________________________

Date ____________________

I have attended a training session that has included the following: Subpart M - Fall Protection Guard Rails

Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Warning Lines

Controlled Access Zones

Covers Safety Monitors

Safety Nets Fall Protection Plans

Explanation of OSHA requirements

A Question and Answer Period Followed

Students Name

Students Signature

Students Name

Students Signature

CARPENTRY SHOP - JOBSITE SAFETY / EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SAFETY FIRST

EVERYTHING ELSE SECOND

NEVER USE A TOOL UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR MEDICATION

Given By: ________________________________

Date ____________________

I UNDERSTAND ALL THE RULES AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EXPECTED OF ME WHEN I WORK OUTSIDE THE SHOP OR ON SITE. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT THE SAFETY OF MYSELF AND MY CO-WORKERS IS MY #1 PRIORITY AND AT ANYTIME I AM UNSURE OF A SAFETY OR EMERGENCY PROCEDURE I WILL ASK MY INSTRUCTOR. The Training Included: Student Procedures as to Fire and Medical EAP, Fall Protection, Cell Phone Use, Ladder and Staging Use, Trenches, Confined Space, PPE, Weather, Van Use, Electrical Use, Deliveries, Bathroom Use, Lifting, Safety Checklist, Falling Objects, Cleanup

Students Name

Students Signature

Students Name

Students Signature

Carpentry Weekly Safety Meeting Date: _____________

Meeting Time: _____________

Conducted At: _________

Conducted By: _____________

Safety Issues To Discuss

_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ __________________________________________ Student Recommendations _______________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Tools or equipment to be repaired or replaced

_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ IN ATTENDANCE

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C. H. McCann Technical School

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70 Hodges Crossroad • North Adams, Ma. 01247 www.mccanntech.org Francis Kruzel - Carpentry Instructor Telephone 663-5383 ext. 126 E-mail [email protected]

Incident Report: Student Involved: ____________________ Location: ____________________

Date: ___/ ___/ ___ Time: ___________

Description of Incident: ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ Respectfully,

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Appendix D – Student Safety Portfolio

McCann Carpentry

Safety Portfolio

Students Name Year of Graduation General Safety Courses Attended

Specific Equipment Training

Basic Shop Rules Hand Tool Safety

Step and Extension Ladders

Portable Power Tool Safety

Wall Brackets

Stationary Tool Safety

Roof Brackets

Fire Safety

Planking

MSDS Safety

Harnesses

Alcohol, Drugs, Medications

Construction Heaters

Jobsite Safety / Emergency Procedures

Other

Sectional Steel Scaffolding

Confined Space Other

Specific Tool Training

Certifications Held

Sanders Drill Press Jointer

Remington Low Velocity Nailers

Planer

Construction Industry

Radial Arm Saw Table Saw Band Saw Circular Saw Jig Saw Miter Saw Reciprocating Saw Router Pneumatic Nailers Gas Nailers Grinders

Other

OSHA 10 Training For The

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Appendix E – Sample Fall Protection Plan

McCann Technical School Fall Protection Plan Carpentry Shop THIS FALL PROTECTION PLAN IS SPECIFIC FOR THE FOLLOWING PROJECT:

1.

Location of Job:

Alcombright Field Job

Date Plan Prepared or Modified:

May 12, 2009

Plan Prepared By:

Mr. Kruzel

Plan Approved By:

Mr. Kruzel

STATEMENT OF SCHOOL POLICY.

McCann Carpentry is dedicated to the protection if its students from on-the-job injuries. All students of McCann Carpentry have the responsibility to work safely on the job. The purpose of the plan is to supplement our existing safety and health program and to ensure that every student who is enrolled in the outside carpentry program recognizes workplace fall hazards and learns to takes the appropriate measures to address those hazards. This Fall Protection Plan addresses the use of conventional fall protection at a number of areas on the project, as well as identifies specific activities that require non-conventional means of fall protection. During the construction of residential buildings under 48 feet in height, it is sometimes infeasible or it creates a greater hazard to use conventional fall protection systems at specific areas or for specific tasks. The areas or tasks may include, but are not limited to: a. Setting and bracing of roof trusses and rafters; b.

Installation of floor sheathing and joists;

c.

Roof sheathing operations; and

d.

Erecting exterior walls.

In these cases Conventional Fall protection systems may not be the safest choice for our students. This plan is designed to enable students to recognize the fall hazards associated with this job and to establish the safest procedures that are to be followed in order to prevent falls to lower levels or through holes and openings in walking/working surfaces. Each student will be trained in these procedures and will strictly adhere to them except when doing so would expose the student to a greater hazard. Any students concerns will be addressed before proceeding. It is the responsibility of the Carpentry Instructor to implement this Fall Protection Plan. Continual observational safety checks of work operations and the enforcement of the safety policy and procedures to assure the safety of the students. It is also the responsibility of the student to bring the Instructors attention any unsafe or hazardous conditions, practices or concerns that may cause injury to either themselves or any other students. Any changes to the Fall Protection Plan must be approved by Mr. Kruzel. II. FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS TO BE USED ON THIS JOB Installation of roof trusses/rafters, exterior wall erection, roof sheathing, floor sheathing and joist/truss activities will be conducted by students only after a complete safety demonstration to recognize the fall hazards have been completed. Controlled Access Zones When using the Plan to implement the fall protection options available, students must be protected through limited access to high hazard locations. Before any non-conventional fall protection systems are used as part of the work plan, a

controlled access zone (CAZ) shall be clearly defined by the Instructor as an area where a recognized hazard exists. The separation of the CAZ shall be communicated by the Instructor in a recognized manner, either through signs, wires, tapes, ropes, or chains. McCann Carpentry shall take the following steps to ensure that the CAZ is clearly marked or controlled by the Instructor:  all access to the CAZ must be restricted to only students doing work in the CAZ;  all students who are permitted in the CAZ will have attended a demonstration;  the Instructor shall ensure that all protective elements of the CAZ be implemented prior to the beginning of work. Installation Procedures for Roof Truss and Rafter Erection During the erection and bracing of roof trusses/rafters, conventional fall protection may present a greater hazard to students. On this job, safety nets, guardrails and personal fall arrest systems will not provide adequate fall protection because the nets will cause the walls to collapse, while there are no suitable attachment or anchorage points for guardrails or personal fall arrest systems. On this job, requiring students to use a ladder for the entire installation process will cause a greater hazard because the worker must stand on the ladder with his back or side to the front of the ladder. While erecting the truss or rafter the worker will need both hands to maneuver the truss and therefore cannot hold onto the ladder. In addition, ladders cannot be adequately protected from movement while trusses are being maneuvered into place. Many students may experience additional fatigue because of the increase in overhead work with heavy materials, which can also lead to a greater hazard. In this case, the erection and dismantling of the scaffold would expose students to a greater fall hazard than erection of the trusses/rafters. On all walls eight feet or less, students will install exterior wall bracket scaffolds along the exterior wall below the location where the trusses/rafters will be erected. If the Instructor decides where the use of scaffolds and ladders would create a greater hazard, safe working procedures will be utilized when working on the top plate and will be monitored by the Instructor. During all stages of truss/rafter erection the stability of the trusses/rafters will be ensured at all times McCann Carpentry shall take the following steps to protect students who are exposed to fall hazards while working from the top plate during roof truss or rafter installation:  only students who have been explained the dangers and who show confidence and proper work ethic will be allowed to work on the top plate during roof truss or rafter installation;  students shall have no other duties to perform during truss/rafter erection procedures;  all trusses/rafters will be adequately braced before any student can use the truss/rafter as a support;  students will remain on the top plate using the previously stabilized truss/rafter as a support while other trusses/rafter are being erected;  students will leave the area of the secured trusses only when its necessary to secure another truss/rafter;  the first two trusses/rafters will be set from staging or ladders leaning on side walls at points where the walls can support the weights of the ladder; and  a student will climb onto the interior top plate via a ladder or catwalk to secure the peaks of the first two trusses/rafters being set. The students responsible for detaching trusses from cranes and/or securing trusses at the peaks traditionally are positioned at the peak of the trusses/rafters. There are also situations where students securing rafters to ridge beams will be

positioned on top of the ridge beam. McCann Carpentry shall take the following steps to protect workers who are exposed to fall hazard while securing trusses/rafters at the peak of the trusses/ridge beam:  only students who have been explained the dangers and who show confidence and proper work ethic will be allowed to work at the peak during roof truss or rafter installation;  once truss or rafter installation begins, students not involved in that activity shall not stand or walk below or adjacent to the roof opening or exterior walls in any area where they could be struck by falling object;  students shall have no other duties than securing/bracing the trusses/ridge beam;  students positioned at the peaks or in the webs of trusses or on top of the ridge beam shall work from a stable position, either by sitting on a “ridge seat” or other equivalent surface that provides additional stability or by positioning themselves in previously stabilized trusses/rafters and leaning into and reaching through the trusses/rafters;  students shall not remain on or in the peak/ridge any longer than necessary to safely complete the task. Roof Sheathing Operations Roof sheathing is installed after all trusses/rafters and any permanent truss bracing is in place. Roof structures are unstable until some sheathing is installed, so students installing roof sheathing cannot be protected from fall hazards by conventional fall protection systems until it is determined that the roofing system can be used as an anchorage point or has an adequate surface to attach other means of fall protection. At that point, students shall be protected by one of the typical fall protection methods. Trusses/rafters are subject to collapse if a student falls while attached to a single truss with a belt/harness. Nets could also cause collapse, and there is no place to attach guardrails. All students will ensure that they have secure footing before they attempt to walk on the sheathing, including cleaning shoes/boots of mud or other slip hazards. To minimize the time students must be exposed to a fall hazard, material will be staffed to allow for the quickest installation of sheathing:  once roof sheathing installation begins, students not involved in that activity shall not stand or walk below or adjacent to the roof opening or exterior walls in any area where they could be struck by falling objects;  the Instructor shall determine the limits of this area, which shall be clearly communicated to students prior to placement of the first piece of roof sheathing;  the Instructor may order work on the roof to be suspended for brief periods as necessary to allow other students to pass through such areas when this would not create a greater hazard;  only qualified students shall install roof sheathing;  the bottom row of roof sheathing may be installed by students standing in truss webs;  after the bottom row of roof sheathing is installed, a slide guard extending the width of the roof shall be securely attached to the roof. Slide guards are to be constructed of no less than normal 4” height capable of limiting the uncontrolled slide of students. Students should install the slide guard while standing in truss webs and leaning over the sheathing;

 additional rows of roof sheathing may be installed by students positioned on previously installed rows of sheathing. A slide guard can be used to assist students in retaining their footing during successive sheathing operations; and  additional slide guards shall be securely attached to the roof at intervals not to exceed 13 feet as successive rows of sheathing are installed. For roofs with pitches in excess of 9-in-12, slide guards will be installed at four-foot intervals.  When wet weather (rain, snow, or sleet) are present, roof sheathing operations shall be suspended unless safe footing can be assured for those workers installing sheathing.  When strong winds (above 40 miles per hour) are present, roof sheathing operations are to be suspended unless wind breakers are erected.

Erection of Exterior Walls, Floor Joist and Floor Sheathing This does not apply to this particular job because:  The structure is located on a slab with no floor openings;  there is no danger of a fall over 6 ft. from the slab III. ENFORCEMENT Constant awareness of and respect for fall hazards, and compliance with all safety rules are expected of all students. Therefore, it is at the instructors discretion, to prohibit the student from performing work when dangers of falling exists until an acceptable attitude and level of common sense is displayed regardless of written or performance exams.

IV. ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS All accidents that result in injury to students, regardless of their nature, shall be investigated and reported. It is an integral part of any safety program that documentation takes place as soon as possible so that the cause and means of prevention can be identified to prevent a reoccurrence. In the event that a student falls or there is some other related, serious incident occurring, this plan shall be reviewed to determine if additional practices, procedures, or training need to be implemented to prevent similar types of falls or incidents from occurring. V. CHANGES TO PLAN Any changes to the plan will be approved by Mr. Kruzel. This plan shall be reviewed by the Instructor as the job progresses to determine if additional practices, procedures or training needs to be implemented by the Instructor to improve or provide additional fall protection. Students shall be notified and trained, if necessary, in the new procedures. A copy of this plan and all approved changes shall be maintained at the jobsite.

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Appendix G – Jobsite Safety Duties