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VII.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
SAFETY – ITÊS UP TO YOU
It is our intention to provide a safe place to work, but safety is everyone's
responsibility. To a great extent, your safety will depend upon you developing safe
work habits.
Safety begins with good housekeeping. Orderliness in your work area reduces
accidents, improves health conditions, reduces fire hazards, and adds to the
efficiency of your work.
To help you avoid accident and injury, and in compliance with state and federal
occupational safety and health laws, please note the following rules/points to help
you be a safe worker:
1.
Recognize, correct, or report any unsafe conditions to your supervisor
at once. Spillage should be cleaned up immediately by the employee who
first sees the hazard.
2.
Horseplay, including scuffling and throwing articles, is strictly prohibited.
3.
Running at any time in the community or on the premises is prohibited.
4.
The use of safety equipment is required when necessary due to the
nature of the job.
5.
Never operate any equipment or machinery unless authorized to do so.
Guards on food choppers, saws, etc., must be kept in place at all times.
6.
Do not attempt to lift or move heavy residents, materials, or awkward
loads by yourself; ask for help.
7.
Cabinet drawers and doors, etc., should be closed when you are
finished in them.
8.
Electrical cords must not be left across hallways or open doorways, etc.
Damaged or frayed cords may not be used. Use of extension cords is
not permitted in residents' rooms.
9.
Employees are restricted from using cell phones and other handheld
electronic devices while driving. Employees must follow all federal, state
and local laws or ordinances regarding the use of cell phones, mobile
devices, and other handheld equipment.
10.
You are required to help maintain your immediate work area in a safe
and orderly condition and to perform every aspect of your job in a safe
manner.
11.
Always be alert for ways to avoid accidents and improve safety for
yourself, your co-workers, and our residents.
These policies and procedures will help provide you and the residents with a safe
environment in which to work and live. As an employee, it is your responsibility
to help maintain a safe work environment and be dedicated to the idea that every
accident can be prevented.