1. Motor Fleet Safety Basics: Training for the Safety Supervisor Unit 5 – Preventing Employee Injury and Handling Workers’ Compensation Claims

2. Unit 5 Objectives Explain why injury prevention is an important component of fleet safety programs Identify common hazards and unsafe conditions in the workplace Implement procedures for evaluating workplace hazards Identify information to collect for workers’ compensation claims Identify warning signs of workers’ compensation fraud NATMI © 2014

3. Injuries and Illness in Trucking Occupation With The Most Injuries and Illness Involving Days Away from Work, 2012 Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Annual Survey, 2012 NATMI © 2014

4. Revenue Needed to Offset Injury Costs Injury Required Revenue Based On Company Profit Margin: Cost 1% 2% 3% 4% $1,000$100,000$50,000$33,333$25,000 $5,000$500,000$250,000$166,666$125,000 $10,000$1,000,000$500,000$333,333$250,000 $15,000$1,500,000$750,000$500,000$375,000 $25,000$2,500,000$1,250,000$833,333$625,000 $50,000$5,000,000$2,500,000$1,666,666$1,250,000 $100,000$10,000,000$5,000,000$3,333,333$2,500,000 NATMI © 2014

5. Measures of Worker Injuries Total incidence rates: No. of recordable injuries & illnesses x 200,000 (total employee hours worked for the company) Incidence Rates Lost time incidence rates: No. of lost time injuries & illnesses x 200,000 (total employee hours worked for the company) NATMI © 2014

6. Calculating Incidence Rates Incidence Rates for Total Injuries and Illnesses for NAICS Code 484 – Truck Transportation 201220112010 4.54.95.0 2.12.32.4 Incidence Rates for Total Cases of Injuries and Illnesses Incident Rates for Lost Time Cases of Injuries and Illnesses NATMI © 2014

7. Avoiding Falls from Equipment - 1 Wheel Hung Platform Portable Platform Steps NATMI © 2014

8. Avoiding Falls from Equipment - 2 Ladders Scaffolds Unsafe condition NATMI © 2014

9. Avoiding Falls from Equipment - 3 Exiting Trailer Unsafe condition NATMI © 2014

10. Avoiding Injuries from Overexertion Unsafe condition NATMI © 2014

11. Avoiding Falls on the Same Level Good HousekeepingPoor Housekeeping Unsafe condition NATMI © 2014

12. Avoiding Injury Through Training Dangerous driving situations Principles of safe driving Driver fatigue Safe lifting techniques Proper job task procedures (e.g., unlocking 5th wheel) 3-Point stance exiting & entering the vehicle Provide training programs on- NATMI © 2014

13. Increasing Driver Awareness Upsets Head-on collisions Intersection incidents Rear-ending Jack-knifing Make drivers aware of situations with potential for most serious injury: NATMI © 2014

14. Avoiding Injuries from Falling Freight Overhead Storage RacksBalance and Stability Unsafe condition NATMI © 2014

15. Avoiding Injuries from Forklifts Require training and permits for drivers Create traffic patterns to avoid pedestrian/truck interface Set reasonable speed limits Use trailer restraint devices Use jack stands NATMI © 2014

16. Avoiding Coupling and Fifth Wheel Injuries Provide training on- Coupling procedures Dolly handling Proper lifting Install- Extensions for king pin locks Hand holds away from the socket NATMI © 2014

17. Controlling Physical Hazards Specify safe equipment Maintain equipment in top condition Perform self-inspections Protect from exposure to hazardous materials Remove physical hazards in buildings Preplan for safety in new construction NATMI © 2014

18. Specify Safe Equipment Critical safety features: Hand-holds Self-cleaning steps Air-ride seats Grates on rear impact guard Air lines that can be hooked up from the ground NATMI © 2014

19. Install Hand Holds Rebar Step and Grab Handle NATMI © 2014

20. Install Self-Cleaning Surfaces Self-Cleaning Treads on Step PointsSelf-Cleaning Grates NATMI © 2014

21. Equipment Maintenance Guidelines Implement problem-reporting process Hold regular inspections before and after trips Require prompt repairs Implement good record-keeping system NATMI © 2014

22. Hazardous Materials Compliance Labeling Storage Emergency plan Training OSHA/EPA Hazardous Materials: NATMI © 2014

23. Avoiding Physical Hazards in Buildings Stairs Unsafe condition NATMI © 2014

24. Avoiding Physical Hazards in the Shop Repair Pits NATMI © 2014

25. Reporting and Follow-Up 1.Report accidents, injuries and illnesses immediately 2.Investigate all accidents, injuries, and illnesses 3.Analyze investigation reports or claims data 4.Review accident with employee NATMI © 2014

26. Analyzing Data Look for trends Body part injured Time of day Location Ask for assistance from insurance information system and staff NATMI © 2014

27. Review Accident with Employee Wait until investigation is complete Use review as an opportunity to identify- Training needs Equipment modifications needed Procedural changes Use peer review process, if needed NATMI © 2014

28. Course Implications for Compliance Follow Seminar Strategies OSHA and DOT Compliance Fewer Accidents Reduced Costs NATMI © 2014

29. Workers’ Compensation Red Flags Lawyer credibility Doctor credibility Past employee involvement with fraud Employee disappears Monday soft tissue injury NATMI © 2014

30. Workers’ Compensation Red Flags Rush to settlement Internal physician referrals Financial problems Indications of fitness Fairly new employee Coincident with strike, layoff, or retirement NATMI © 2014

31. Not Necessarily Red Flags CEO suspicions An expensive claim NATMI © 2014

32. Questions