1. SAFETY FIRST
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2. NEP Safety
It is the intention of NEP Broadcasting for all of its’ divisions to initiate and maintain complete accident prevention and safety training programs and ensure a safe work environment for staff, clients, vendors, etc. Each and every employee working for NEP are responsible for the safety and health of those persons in their charge, coworkers, and others that may be on-site or in any NEP facility. By accepting mutual responsibility to participate in all safety practices, we will all contribute to the well being of our co-workers, clients, guests and the public.

3. Proper Lifting Techniques Fire Safety Blood borne Pathogens
Section 1
Office Ergonomics
Proper Lifting Techniques
Fire Safety
Blood borne Pathogens

4. Shop Safety House Keeping and Materials Handling/Storage
Section 2
Shop Safety House Keeping and Materials Handling/Storage
Compressed Gas Cylinders
Heat Stress Prevention
Pest Awareness

5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Section 3
Eye Wash Station
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Hearing Conservation
Tool Safety
Fall Protection
Ladders
Fall Protection/Ladders

6. Hazard Identification and Communication
Section 4
Hazard Identification and Communication
Forklift Safety and Requirements
Emergency Preparedness Plans

7. Ergonomics Ergonomics at NEP
The purpose of ergonomics is to fit the workplace to the worker and help reduce injuries associated with repetitive motion, unnatural positions, and excessive forces.. Ergonomically correct equipment is available to all employees. Contact your supervisor or Human Resources if you have a specific requirement.

8. Office Ergonomics
Office Ergonomics include such items as:
Your Chair
Your Keyboard
Monitor, Document & Telephone

9. Office Ergonomics Cont’d
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10. Office Ergonomics Cont’d
Pauses & Breaks
Once you have correctly set up your computer workstation, use good work habits. No matter how perfect the environment, prolonged, static postures will inhibit blood circulation and cause aches and pains.
Take short 1-2 minute stretch breaks every 30 minutes. After each hour of work, take a break or change tasks for at least 5 minutes. Always try to get away from your computer during lunch breaks.
Avoid eye fatigue by resting and refocusing your eyes periodically. Look away from the monitor and focus on something in the distance.
Rest your eyes by covering them with your palms for seconds.
Use correct posture when working. Keep moving as much as possible.

11. Office Ergonomics and Telephones
Placing the telephone too far away can cause you to repeatedly reach, resulting in strain on the shoulder, arm, and neck.
Potential Hazard:
Prolonged conversations with the phone pinched between your shoulder and head (Figure 1) may cause stress and neck pain.
Possible Solution:
Use of the speaker that is located on the telephone for hands free use.
Hold telephone with a hand; do not pinch between shoulder and head.
                   Figure 1. Awkward posture during telephone use

12. Lifting & Carrying “Work Smarter Not Harder”
Ergonomics Cont’d
Lifting & Carrying “Work Smarter Not Harder”
Always use proper technique to help avoid strains and injuries due to lifting and carrying:
Keep the load close
Proper Lifting Techniques
Plan ahead
Get help when you need it
Avoid pushing or pulling when possible

13. Proper Lifting Techniques
Move items close to your body and use your legs when lifting an item from a low location.
Store and place materials that need to be manually lifted and transported at "power zone" height, about mid-thigh to mid-chest.
Minimize bending and reaching by placing heavy objects on shelves, tables, or racks.
Avoid twisting, especially when bending forward while lifting. Turn by moving the feet rather than twisting the torso.
Keep your elbows close to your body and keep the load as close to your body as possible.
Break down loads into smaller units and carry one in each hand to equalize loads. Use buckets with handles, or similar devices, to carry loose items.
Optimize employee access to heavy items through good housekeeping and preplanning.

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15. Safety Guidelines for NEP Employees Cont’d
Fire Safety
Fire prevention is an important aspect of NEP’s safety philosophy.
To reduce the risk of fire at the facility you should use products with a high
flashpoint, and eliminate non-essential flammable and combustible materials in the
workplace.
Fire extinguishers
Improper use of fire extinguishers can lead to serious injury or death.
Fire extinguishers are located throughout the facility, but at no time is any
employee required or obligated to use a fire extinguisher.
If you choose to not use the fire extinguisher close doors behind you in
order to restrict oxygen to fire.

16. How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
Safety Guidelines for NEP Employees Cont’d
How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
All fire extinguishers located at NEP are operated in the same manner. The acronym P.A.S.S. can help you remember the correct way to use a fire extinguisher.
P = Pull the pin at the top of the cylinder.
A = Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire (do not hold the cone of a CO2 extinguisher).
S = Squeeze the handle.
S = Sweep the contents from side to side at the base of the fire until it goes out.
*If you use an extinguisher, give the extinguisher to the Facilities
Manager. Do not hang it back up.

17. Pull the pin. This will allow you to discharge the extinguisher.
Aim at the base of the fire. If you aim at the flames (which is frequently the temptation), the extinguishing agent will fly right through and do no good. You want to hit the fuel.
                       
Squeeze the top handle or lever. This depresses a button that releases the pressurized extinguishing agent in the extinguisher.
Sweep from side to side until the fire is completely out. Start using the extinguisher from a safe distance away, then move forward. Once the fire is out, keep an eye on the area in case it re-ignites.

18. Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne Pathogens means pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Universal precautions shall be observed to prevent contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body fluid types is difficult or impossible, all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious materials.
If employee is injured, call emergency services immediately if necessary.
Stay away from contact with blood or bodily fluids.
Use proper PPE if touching any contaminated materials.
Properly dispose of contaminated materials.
Disinfect all areas contaminated.

19. Shop Safety House Keeping and Materials Handling/Storage
Section 2
Shop Safety House Keeping and Materials Handling/Storage
Compressed Gas Cylinders
Heat Stress Prevention
Pest Awareness

20. Safety Guidelines for NEP Employees
Shop Safety
Due to the large number of employees, visitors, and contractors traveling through the shop area, safety is a high priority
A clean workspace is essential for a safe working environment.
Wires, boxes, and other pieces of equipment should not be left on the floor.
If items must be on the floor, move the items so that the fire escape routes are
kept clear.

21. Housekeeping
Active work areas shall be kept free of equipment, such as lashing gear, and materials not in use, and clear of debris, projecting nails, strapping and other objects not necessary to the work in progress.
NEP shall eliminate conditions causing slippery walking and working surfaces in immediate areas used by employees.
Items shall not be placed at any location where it interferes with the free movement of drafts.
Poor housekeeping limits proper access to objects being lifted, and forces awkward postures.

22. Materials Handling and Storage
Where mechanical handling equipment is used, sufficient safe clearances shall be allowed for aisles, at loading docks, through doorways and wherever turns or passage must be made.
Aisles and passageways shall be kept clear and in good repair, with no obstruction across or in aisles that could create a hazard.
Permanent aisles and passageways shall be appropriately marked.
Storage areas shall be kept free from accumulation of materials that constitute hazards from tripping, fire, explosion, or pest harborage.
Covers and/or guard- rails shall be provided to protect personnel from the hazards of open pits, tanks, vats, ditches, etc.

23. Compressed Gases (Cylinders)
Hazards
Flammable or Combustible
Explosive
Corrosive
Poisonous
or a combination of hazards

24. Compressed Gases Cont’d
Storage
Store separately (Full, Empty, In-Service) and in a well ventilated area
Must be properly secured at all times
Oxygen cylinders and cylinders containing flammable gas shall be stored separately
20 feet
Fire Wall
Marked clearly with appropriate warning signs
Designate as a “No Smoking Area”
Fitted with cap valve
Keep away from sources of heat

25. Compressed Gases Cont’d
When Moving
Always use a hand cart
Get help moving if necessary
When Transporting use cap valve
Do not drag or roll cylinder

26. Fire Emergencies (Compressed Gases)
Contact immediate supervisor
If you have any concerns evacuate to mustering point
Move gas cylinders out of potential fire areas
Reduce temperature of cylinder with water hose
Shut-off gas supply to ignited flammable gas leaks
Gas cylinder involved in fire must be taken out of service and returned to supplier for inspection before being used again

27. Heat Stress Prevention
Preparing for the Heat
A variety of administrative and engineering controls can be introduced to minimize exposure to heat. In general, the simplest and least expensive methods of reducing heat and humidity can be accomplished by:
Perform heavy workloads in the morning or evening to prevent overheating
Provide water/Gatorade, work rest cycles, job rotation
Opening windows in hot work areas
Using fans
Using other methods of creating airflow such as exhaust ventilation or air blowers.

28. Pest Awareness Insects (Prevention) Spiders (Prevention)
Cover majority of skin
Use insect repellent
Limit work from dusk till dawn
Eliminate stagnant water
Spiders (Prevention)
Avoid working around secluded areas indoors and outdoors with out proper protection
i.e. long sleeve shirt, pants, gloves
Eliminate cluttered areas in shop
i.e. old boxes, lumber, old work cloths
Be aware of boxes/cases or any other shipped items from other destinations

29. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Section 3
Eye Wash Station
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Hearing Conservation
Tool Safety
Fall Protection
Ladders
Fall Protection/Ladders

30. Safety Guidelines for NEP Employees-Cont’d
How to Use the Emergency Eye Wash Station
An emergency eye wash station is located in the wash area and
is attached to the sink near the Restroom Entrance.
To operate the eye wash unit:
Pull down the tray (black). This action should automatically activate the water spray.
Hold eyelids open with thumbs and forefingers and rotate eyes back and forth.
Bathe both eyes simultaneously for 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention immediately after use. 30

31. Personal Protective Equipment at NEP
Engineering controls will be the primary method used to eliminate or minimize hazards in the workplace. When such controls are not practical or applicable, personal protective equipment will be used.
Gloves
Always use the proper gloves when handling materials
Eye Protection
Table Saw, Chop Saw, Grinders, during set-up and when anyone is working above you or there is a potential hazard to your eye.
Respiratory Protection
Any sprays or chemicals (Dust, sanding, glues)

32. Hearing Conservation Hearing protection:
Hearing protection should be used while operating power tools.
Use hearing protection whenever noise levels become irritating or painful.
Use disposable foam earplugs that are available.
Possible areas of hazardous noise exposure are:
Carpentry/Fabrication areas
Air Pressure Equipment
Vehicle Maintenance Areas
Audio Equipment
Areas Near Internal Combustion Engines (Trucks, Forklifts)

33. Tool Safety Tool Safety at NEP
Cluttered, poorly lit, and unclean work areas can increase the risk of an incident in the workplace. Do not operate power tools in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools can ignite dust and fumes. Keep bystanders and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Electric Tools
Powered Abrasive Wheel Tools
Pneumatic Tools
Hydraulic Power Tools

34. Fall Protection Fall Protection at NEP Aerial Lifts Fall Hazards
The NEP’s Fall Protection Program will apply to all employees who are exposed to unprotected sides or edges of surfaces that present a falling hazard of six feet or more to a lower level.
Aerial Lifts
Fall Hazards

35. Fall Protection Cont’d
Aerial Lifts
Aerial lifts include the following types of vehicle-mounted aerial devices used to elevate personnel to job sites above ground:
You must be a certified to operate the following equipment:
Articulating boom platforms Fall Protection required.
Extensible or telescoping boom platforms Fall Protection required.
Vehicle-mounted bucket lifts Fall Protection required.
Scissor lifts- Fall Protection required unless all railings are in place with toe boards, mid rail and a top rail of 42 inches.
Personal man lifts or Forklift cages are lightweight and designed for one person to use indoors with the use of Fall Protection.

36. Open Area’s with Fall Hazards
Fall Protection Cont’d
Open Area’s with Fall Hazards
Safety Harness’s must be worn when working in an area with a fall hazard of 4 feet or greater. Report to your supervisor for the appropriate use of fall protection equipment.
Safety Harness
Railing Protection

37. Fall Protection (Ladders)
Checklist
Always inspect any ladder for damage or defect prior to use
Inspect for:
Broken or missing rungs or steps
Broken or split side rails
Defective or missing safety feet
Corrosion
Securely fitting components between steps and side rails
Rungs that are free of grease and oil
No splinters or sharp points that may snag clothing.
Check that moving parts operate freely without binding
Wheels or pulleys are properly lubricated

38. Ladders
Do not use any ladder that is missing a step or damaged in a way.
Never use top rung of ladder to work from.
Single ladders longer than 30 feet shall not be supplied.
Safety feet and other auxiliary equipment shall be kept in good condition to insure proper performance.
Metal bearings of locks, wheels, pulleys, etc., shall be frequently lubricated.
This is improperly using the top rung
of this step ladder to work from.

39. Hazard Identification and Communication
Section 4
Hazard Identification and Communication
Forklift Safety and Requirements
Emergency Preparedness Plans

40. Hazard Identification Form
Reason for Hazard Identification Form:
Provides the Safety Coordinator with your safety concerns
Benefits:
Allows NEP to provide you with a safe and healthy work environment
Employees will not be retaliated against for offering safety suggestions
Location:
with any safety concerns.

41. Hazard Communication

42. Hazard Communication Cont’d
Purpose
A Hazard Communication Program (HCP) has been developed for NEP to ensure that effective procedures and practices are in place so that you have access to appropriate information on the chemicals and other substances that you may work with.
29 CFR states that as an employee you have the right-to-know what
hazardous substances are used at your workplace.

43. How to Use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?
Hazard Communication Cont’d
How to Use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?
Determine the name of the product.
Search for the product name in the MSDS INDEX.
The INDEX is in alphabetical order and uses the first letter of the product name.
The product name is highlighted yellow or blue on each MSDS sheet.
If unable to find the product on the MSDS INDEX check the index by the first letter of the product manufacturer’s name.
Find the proper tab that corresponds with the materials location in the MSDS INDEX.
Use the Terms and Abbreviations sheet to answer any questions on the MSDS sheets.
The abbreviation sheet is located after the MSDS INDEX.

44. Forklift Requirements

45. General Forklift Information
Forklift Safety Cont’d
General Forklift Information
Forklifts, also known as powered industrial trucks, are used in numerous work settings, primarily to move materials. Each year in the United States, nearly 100 workers are killed and another 20,000 are seriously injured in forklift-related incidents.

46. General Forklift Information
Forklift Safety Cont’d
General Forklift Information
NEP SVP and AHD employees, freelancers, and other temporary workers who have not been trained and certified by NEP to operate forklifts will NOT be permitted to operate the equipment.
NEP SVP and AHD employees, freelancers, and other temporary workers under 18 years of age will NOT be permitted to operate forklifts.

47. Emergency Preparedness Plan
At Screenworks/Live Power

48. Purpose of the Emergency Preparedness Plan
The Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) is used to address emergencies that Screenworks and LivePower may reasonably expect. The plan is designed to assist employees and management at NEP in making good decisions during times of crisis.

49. Evacuation and Staff Accountability
Organization and Staff Responsibilities Cont’d
Evacuation and Staff Accountability
NEP takes alarms seriously. All Staff should evacuate the facility when an alarm is activated.
Employees should quickly and calmly evacuate the facility upon alarm activation.
Alert others in the vicinity on your way out

50. Meeting Point Location
Organization and Staff Responsibilities Cont’d
Meeting Point Location
EMPLOYEE MEETING POINTS
All Employees………………………….. Front of the building
Kevin Kelly will take roll call and if she is not available Cheri Navarro will take her place

51. Natural Disasters Earthquake
Evacuate the building immediately and proceed to mustering point
Stay away from all storage racks while evacuating
Take shelter under a sturdy table or desk until objects quit falling if unable to make it to mustering point
If there is no shelter in the area cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building
Earthquakes usually come in intervals of 2-3 so take caution before proceeding to meeting point

52. Chemical Releases Incidental Releases
Incidental releases are small chemical spills that have not caused injuries and do not
require evacuation.
Before attempting to clean-up a spill, there is a spill clean up kit in the fabrication area with directions of use.
Proper clean-up and disposal procedures should be followed.

53. Emergency Releases
Emergency releases are any chemical releases that can cause injury or death and requires immediate evacuation of the facility.
Employees should not attempt to contain or clean up emergency chemical releases.
Contact your nearest HAZMAT teams will contain and decontaminated any hazardous chemical release at Screenworks/Livepower.

54. Procedures for employees receiving a bomb threat
Bomb Threats
Procedures for employees receiving a bomb threat
Immediately dial 9-911
Contact your supervisor or send someone else to contact him/her.
Do not touch any suspicious objects.
DO NOT USE PORTABLE COMMUNICATION DEVICES TO NOTIFY OTHER EMPLOYEES OF THE PROBLEM.

55. Power Outages Employee procedures
Remain at your workstation unless directed differently by your supervisor.
Assist one another until electricity is turned back on.
Emergency lights located throughout the facility will last approximately 90 min. before
shutting off.
Use all available light sources except candles and open flames.

56. In Case of an Accident/Incident
Scan the area for safety
If needed call 911 or seek medical treatment
Get assistance
Use the first aid kits as needed
Please report to Safety Coordinator with appropriate Incident Report Form

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