Office SafetyMontgomery County ATC
Team Effort Accept responsibility for your own safety Abide by all the rules Do not depend on Office Manager to ‘make
you adhere’ to the rules No horseplay Inoperable machines should be reported Report accidents ASAP
Office Safety Considerations Aisle Ways Clear of
Clutter Machines File cabinets Paper Shredders/
Cutters First Aid kits Know Accident
Procedures Shelving clutter free
Use step stools Desks clean and clear Cables and cords neat Safe Lifting Rules Designated Areas Procedures for
Emergencies Don’t panic!
Classroom Safety Know evacuation drills Equipment Repairs Internet Acceptable Use Clean Workstation Return Materials to Proper Location
Aisle Ways Clear of Clutter Personal Items should be clear of pathways File folders should be placed on appropriate
carts, tables, desks
Machinery Turn off all machinery before opening. Secure lose clothing, jewelry and/or hair
before working with machinery. Report any defaults or repairs to appropriate
person.
File Cabinets Heavy items should be in the lowers shelves
to prevent tipping Drawers should be closed when not in use Cabinets should be locked when not in use (if
locks are available) Items should be neat Weight should be distri-
buted evenly
Paper Shredders/Cutters Focus on your task Be careful Secure lose clothing, jewelry and/or hair
when operating paper cutters Turn off and unplug electric paper cutters to
remove jams Most accidents occur because of carelessness
First Aid Kits Know where first aid kits are located Kits should be placed in a designated and
labeled area Check the kit every 3 months to assure you
have proper items Replenish the kit frequently
Shelves/Step Stools Shelving should be free of clutter
Assure shelves are secured Items on shelves are neat and well organized Labels are used for efficiency in locating items on
shelves Use step stools or ladders if you cannot reach
Do not climb on top of tables to reach Do not use chairs with wheels
Desks Clean and Clear Desks should be litter free Keep your desk organized and clutter free Be sure to put things up when stepping away from
your desk At the end of the day, clean your desk up
completely. An organized space is
an efficient place to work
Cables/Cords Cords should not be piggy backed into the
electrical outlet with extension cords. Cables should be neatly tucked away but
not bent. Cords should be free of any aging or
exposed wires. Never handle cords around wet surfaces or
hands. Never unplug wires by pulling on the cords.
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Safe Lifting Rules Size up your weight Bend from the knees Keep back straight Kneel down with one knee touching the floor
for proper weight distribution If too heavy, use a dolly or cart See if there’s a safety belt to use
Designated Areas Exit signs are marked with red letters
Storage areas will be marked as well
Supplies will have a designated area
No Smoking
Fire Exit Procedures Earthquake Procedures Tornado Warning Procedures Lock Down Procedures Accident Procedures Follow the instructor’s directions
Designated person to get another teacher Call 911
Procedures for Emergencies
Internet Use (For School) Appropriate Use – Always Rule of Thumb Inappropriate site appears
X off site Report to teacher
Inappropriate Uses are not tolerated for school use – UNLESS Your Teacher has GIVEN YOU PERMISSION Streaming Music You Tube Third Party Email Accounts Personal Websites Chat Software My Space
Classroom Procedures Return All Materials in Proper Locations
Stapler Tape Dispenser Scissors Glue, etc
In Boxes/Out Boxes Handouts Chairs are to be kept at the workstation No Cell Phones
Examine How many
violations
can you find?
What is Wrong With the Desks? Can You ID?
Safety Test Please take both safety tests. Keep at your desk.