1. Preventing Collection Incidents
John Aliveto, CSP
Montauk Energy Holdings, LLC
November 28, 2016

2. Industry Statistics
Waste Collection is one of the top 10 most dangerous industries in the United States
1 in 20 workers are injured and require some form of medical treatment annually
70% of all accidents and injuries are transportation related
Workers aged 25 – 54 are the most at risk accounting for about 75% of all incidents
Aliveto/Montauk Energy 2016

3. Collection Hazards Low light conditions
Limited visibility due to natural phenomenon such as fog
Congested work areas and road ways
Dangerous intersections, etc.
Distracted driving and other high risk behaviors such as speeding
Rushed schedules and productivity demands
Aliveto/Montauk Energy 2016

4. Hazard Prevention
Provide and enforce the use of PPE and other safety devices for all employees
Equip workers with lighted beacons or strobes on the front and back of clothing
Add lighting to vehicles including multiple strobes/hazard lights and spot/flood lights for work areas
Aliveto/Montauk Energy 2016

5. Hazard Prevention
Use cameras for detecting objects that are hiding in blind spots and to record potential incidents for use as evidence in the future
Promote good route planning and account for unique hazards in areas of high traffic, congestion, and cross traffic
Prioritize safety above production at all levels
Alter work schedules for weather and light conditions seasonally and when road or traffic conditions warrant a change
Aliveto/Montauk Energy 2016