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Weapons of Mass Disruption
Acronyms:

(Answers at the end of the newsletter)

Acronyms and abbreviations are defined at the end of the newsletter.

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Section 1013.12 (1)(b), F.S., and Rule

69A-58.004(1)(a), FAC

require two annual firesafety inspections of all educational facilities.

These inspections are the responsibility of the: 1. Board, and 2. local fire authority; county,

municipality, or special district wherein the educational facility is located. A joint inspection

can be coordinated between the school district fire inspectors, and local fire department

inspectors so long as both sign the inspection report. There certainly can be follow-up

inspections if the district so desires, but it is not mandatory for the local fire official. Other

considerations include a real need to develop a sense of teamwork between local fire

officials and district fire inspectors to overcome what could otherwise become some rather

aggravating circumstances in the early use of an untested code with new players.

What a Nightmare! Bed

Maker Fined Heavily for

S/H Violations

Machine-guarding hazards

and hearing conservation

deficiencies at Knickerbocker

Bed Co. led

OSHA

to cite the

Carlstadt, NJ, bed frame

manufacturer for alleged

safety and health violations

and to propose nearly

$170,000 in penalties.

The agency initiated an

inspection last June as part

of its national emphasis

program to prevent work-

related amputations. The

inspection was expanded

to address high noise levels

and lack of a hazard

communication program.

Citations were issued for 4

alleged willful violations and

22 serious violations.

Labor Secretary Elaine Chao

commented on the case,

noting that the company

was aware of standards for

preventing machine start-ups

and protecting hearing loss,

but chose not to comply.

“The substantial proposed

penalties of $168,500

demonstrate this

administration’s commitment to

strong and fair enforcement,”

Chao added. (Small business

owners take note:

Knickerbocker Bed. Co.

employs only 40 workers.)

OSHA Compliance Advisor

BLR Inc., Issue 48, 4/26/04

Light Pollution:

A Closer Look

Light pollution is defined as the

glow of the atmosphere

resulting from outdoor lighting

that obstructs the beauty of the

universe, according to the

International Dark Sky

Association (IDSA).

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to disturbance. Regarding discontinuation of LBP, the Lead-based

Paint Poisoning Prevention Act of 1971 (

LBPPA

) called for detection and abatement of

existing lead-based paint hazards in residential housing. In 1978, the Consumer Products

Safety Commission banned paint with lead levels higher than 0.06 percent, and it banned

furniture and other articles bearing LBP. A number of other regulations deal with the use of

and handling of LBP. For more information, contact the National Lead Information Center

(affiliated with EPA) at 1-800-424-LEAD (5223). We are committed to help prevent lead

poisoning, so if you have concerns about a specific school, we may be able to provide

detailed information on any LBP and specific precautions to be taken to protect students. If

you need additional information, please contact our staff environmental specialist, Eric

Althouse, at (850) 245-9295 (SUNCOM 205-9295).

Lead Based Paint (LBP) is covered by a myriad of state and

federal regulations.

The

U.S. EPA

has promoted programs in

place, with specific action such as controlled removal, prior to

disturbance (e.g., during renovations). Title 29, Code of Federal

Regulations, Parts 1910 and 1926 (

OSHA

standards) are adopted

by our State Requirements for Educational

Facilities. These

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IDSA -

www.darksky.org

- is a

non-profit, tax-exempt,

membership-based

organization organized to help

preserve and restore dark

skies while maximizing the

quality and efficiency of

nighttime outdoor lighting. The

IDSA has emerged as an

advocate for restricting light

pollution. Avoiding skyward

illumination is one hallmark of

sustainable lighting design,

and many exterior designs can

be revisited and redesigned to

avoid creating sky glow.

John L. Fetters

Maintenance Solutions

- April ‘03

Weapons of Mass Disruption

- Chief Pat Myerscough

You arrive at work armed with good equipment, the right

information and a strong commitment –

ready to provide a safe atmosphere f

or your

school and community. Then it happens! You find yourself the victim of a

weapon of mass

disruption

. Everyone on the site is affected as buildings are evacuated, people are relocated and

the atmosphere is changed from calmness to a sense of confusion and alarm. As you quickly

arrange theft protection for personal items and sensitive equipment, you wonder if the authorities

will complete their search of the premises in time to avoid cancellation of classes. You may need

to compose and distribute information to dispel rumors and possibly respond to the media about

this eve

here is, of course, a difference between destruction and disruption. While weapons of mass

destruction

are rarely used against schools, weapons of mass

disruption

are used against us

often. While not all disruption is catastrophic, without an effective strategic plan the effects of these

weapons can result in even greater disruption and expense. How we respond to this type of attack

is the focus of this article.

Do It Fast and Do It Right…

he goal in dealing with weapons of mass disruption is to ensure that staff and students are out of

harm’s way within the first five minutes. Whether the threat is real or designed only to disrupt, now

is the time for rapid decisions. What you do while waiting for the local authorities to arrive is critical;

and if the threat is not limited to just your campus, it may be some time before they are able to get

to you. Having a Critical Incident Management Plan in place is essential.

Who Implements the Plan…

veryone talks about the need for “the Plan.” Whether your plan is a new concept, is currently

being developed, or is already in place an essential element is the Critical Incident Management

(CIM) team. Having an organized CIM team will help improve your chances of responding

appropriately and efficiently. The CIM team should include administration, security, faculty and

facilities personnel. It is imperative to have members with the authority to make decisions

regarding relocation or evacuation of students. The nature and severity of the specific incident will

determine which team members will be involved. CIM team members will be trained in all aspects

of the plan; however, their main duties include conducting the initial assessment, determining if

relocation or evacuation is required, and notifying those affected by the threat. Throughout the

incident, the team will keep appropriate members of administration informed so that critical

decisions can be made as quickly as possible. Obtaining additional resources to manage the

incident such as barricades or hand held radios, and coordinating volunteers may be necessary.

Informing the Public Relations Department and arranging counseling and support

for students and staff after a disturbing incident are also on the list of CIM team

duties. And finally, be sure to coordinate a critique of the response to applaud the

successes and clarify the areas that need improvement.

It’s Elementary…

n all-hazards approach to prevention is a key element for school safety.

Preventative measures include:

•

increasing general vigilance,

•

advising staff on what they are to do if they observe a suspicious item or situation,

•

advising maintenance staff to store routinely issued tools and supplies properly,

•

providing evacuation plans and alternate location arrangements to employees, and

•

determining who is responsible for critical incident management training.

safe school is everyone’s responsibility; but I know that if you are reading this article, you are

particularly dedicated to protecting the people on your campus. Through training and practice, you

can prepare staff, as well as students, for effective critical incident response.

What To Do Next…

ind the time to review and expand your plan. Ensure that your CIM team is in place and clear on

all aspects of the plan. Finally, be certain that the campus community understands their role in

your effort to defend against weapons of mass disruption. Please feel free to contact me for

additional info

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Pat Myers

Supervisor of Safety & Security

Palm Beach Community College

yerscop@pbcc.cc.fl.us

Diffuse Explosive

Confrontations

Have you ever been in a

situation where the customer

was so unrealistic or upset that

no logical response would

satisfy him? Use these unique

strategies to defuse such a

clash.

•

The Colombo method.

Remember the detective

from television who could

solve any crime because he

played dumb? People

lower their defenses if you

humble

yourself a bit.

Example:

“I’m confused.

Can you explain why you

feel that way?” or “What

makes you think so?”

•

The Judo method.

judo, you harness your

opponent’s energy & make

it work for you. With a

customer, you acknowledge

their position, & then you

turn it around & use it.

Example:

“I’m glad you

brought that up. Let me

ask you this…”

•

The Paper Clip method.

In this approach, the rep

asks the irate customer to

hand him a pen, paperclip,

or some other close by

item. When the person

hands it to him, he makes a

point of thanking the person

for their cooperation. It’

hard to remain angry when

someone is thanking you

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Site Based Manager

is published online quarterly by the

Office of Educational Facilities

. Send

comments, questions, or contributed articles (subject to editing) to: (850) 245-9304 or phone

us (dial 850-245-92XX / SunCom 205-XXXX):

Name Office

E-mail

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Gene Wilson, Safety / Maintenance / Plant Ops… 245-9298……….. Gene.Wilson@fldoe.org

Brainteaser Solutions:

Hitting below the belt

Out on a limb

Horseback riding

Men out of work

U. S. DEPARTMENT

OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and

Health Administration

29 CFR Part 1910

Controlled Negative Pressure

REDON Fit Testing Protocol

AGENCY: Occupational

Safety and Health

Administration (OSHA),

Department of Labor.

ACTION: Final rule.

SUMMARY: In this

rulemaking, OSHA is

approving an additional

quantitative fit testing protocol,

the Controlled Negative

Pressure (CNP) REDON fit

testing protocol, for inclusion

in Appendix A of its

Respiratory Protection

Standard. The protocol

affects, in addition to general

industry, OSHA respiratory

protection standards for

shipyard employment and

construction. The Agency is

adopting this protocol under

the provisions contained in the

Respiratory Protection

Standard that allow individuals

to submit evidence for

including additional fit testing

protocols in this standard.

The CNP REDON protocol

requires the performance of

three different test exercises

followed by two redonnings of

the respirator, while the CNP

protocol approved previously

by OSHA specifies eight test

exercises, including one

redonning of the respirator. In

addition to amending the

Standard to include the CNP

REDON protocol, this

rulemaking makes several

editorial and non-substantive

technical revisions to the

Standard associated with the

CNP REDON protocol and the

previously approved CNP

protocol.

Federal Register: August 4, 2004

(Volume 69, Number 149)

Page 46986-46994

Acronyms:

BLR

– Business and Legal

Reports

FAC

– Florida Administrative

Code

F.S.

– Florida Statutes

OSHA

– Occupational Safety

and Health Administration

S/H

– Safety and Health

U.S. EPA

– United States

Environmental Protection

Agency

Just the FAQs

(Frequently Asked Questions) - Staff

Q. Where can I find the latest

Annual Maintenance and Operations

and

Annual Energy

Reports

for K-12?

The reports for FY 2002-2003 can be found at:

http://info.fldoe.org/dscgi/ds.py/Get/File-2175/COEFO04-39.pdf

http://info.fldoe.org/dscgi/ds.py/Get/File-2176/COEFO04-39a.pdf

http://info.fldoe.org/dscgi/ds.py/Get/File-2177/COEFO04-40.pdf

http://info.fldoe.org/dscgi/ds.py/Get/File-2178/COEFO04-40a.pdf

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Have questions? Phone, fax, or e-mail them in to Gene Wilson.

Forklift Fatality Leads to OSHA Fines

OSHA

has cited a Richmond Hill, Ga., traveler service center for exposing workers to safety hazards

that contributed to a

fatal forklift accident on Aug. 26. The agency is proposing total penalties of

$37,725.

OSHA’s

investigation found that an employee was reportedly driving a forklift to a parking area when

it tipped over, ejecting him from the driver’s seat. A section of the forklift cage fell on the driver,

causing fatal head injuries.

“Ensuring that drivers are trained to operate forklifts safely and maintaining equipment in safe

operating condition are critical to preventing such tragic accidents,” said John Deifer,

OSHA's

Savannah area director.

OSHA

issued five serious citations, including two related to the accident: failing to train and evaluate

employees assigned to operate forklifts and allowing the operation of defective forklifts. The three

other serious citations included failing to provide handrails on steps leading into the service pit area,

emergency training, and emergency equipment. The five citations carry proposed penalties totaling

$14,225.

OSHA

also issued two repeat citations, with $22,500 in total penalties, for exposing employees to fall

hazards from unguarded floor openings around service pit areas and failing to train employees in

lockout-tagout procedures during machinery maintenance or repair. The agency also assessed a

$1,000 penalty for failing to complete a required injury report form.

Between October 2002 and September 2003,

OSHA

investigated 11 forklift-related fatalities in the

Southeast.

SafetyClicks(TM)

March 2004; Vol. 4 Number 11; ISSN 1532-8309

One

woman’s

perspective:

In this life, I’m a

woman. In my next life, I’d like to come back as a bear.

When you’re a

bear, you get to hibernate. You do

nothing but sleep for six months of the year. I could deal

with that.

When you’re a girl bear, your children are born the size

of walnuts while you’re sleeping and you wake to cute,

cuddly, partially grown cubs. I could

definitely

deal with

that.

If you’re a mama bear, everyone knows you mean busi-

ness. You swat anyone who bothers your cubs. If your cubs get out of line, you swat them,

too. If you’re a bear, your mate EXPECTS that you will have hairy legs and excess body

fat.

Yup, gonna be a bear!

(from the menu at the

Palisades Restaurant

, Gunnison, CO.)