Several items of information are included here.

Fire Safety -- including use of fire extinguishers and Emergency Fire Procedures

Hazard Communication Program Highlights

Incident Reporting Procedures -- including the Hazard Report Form

FIRE SAFETY

Fire Extinguishing Equipment

Proper Use:

1. Hold the units upright.

2. Aim at the fuel source.

3. Use a sweeping motion, extending at least 6 inches on each side of edge of the flames.

4. Maintain a proper distance to avoid being splashed by burning liquids.

5. Keep the agent flowing to prevent re-ignition.

Monthly Inspection:

1. Units are located in the designated places.
2. There are no obstruction to the access and visibility to the units.
3. Nameplates must contain legible operation instructions.
4. Replace broken or missing seals or tamper indicators.
5. Units have no obvious signs of physical damage, corrosion, or leakage.
6. Pressure gauge reading are in the operable range.
7. Check the tag for annual maintenance/recharge date & signature/initials.

Emergency Procedures

Post emergency procedures and a list of telephone numbers near the shop telephone.

Post locations of fire alarm activators, fire extinguishers & exits.

Post evacuation route for all areas of the facility.

In Case of Fire:

1. Activate the evacuation signal.
2. Call 911; except for obviously incipient fires which can be extinguished easily.
3. Notify the Business Office at Ext. 142.
4. Shut off all powers to machines, if possible.
5. Begin an orderly evacuation. Instruct students of the location of the assembly area.
6. Account for all persons, after the assembly.
7. If possible, search the building to assure complete evacuation.

Assembly Areas:

1. Parking Area #1 for Buildings 3, 7, 71, & 26
2. Parking Area #2 for Buildings 2, 4, 5, 11, & 17
3. Parking Area #3 for Buildings 6, 12, 13, 14, 20, 24, & 27
4. Parking Area #8 for Building 43 & 44

All HCC employees who conduct classes and activities using any hazardous chemicals shall:

1. Be familiar with HCC Hazard Communication Program. Each department shall have available a copy of the written Hazard Communication Program.

2. Ensure that a physical inventory of the chemicals used/stored/disposed of within the department is conducted on a regular basis. A list of the most current inventory shall be attached to the written Program. A copy of the inventory should be sent to the Health and Safety Coordinator.

3. Ensure that all chemical containers are properly labeled and stored.

4. Obtain a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet for each chemical and make certain that the MSDS file is known and accessible to all employees and students.

5. Ensure that all chemical wastes are properly disposed.

6. Understand the hazards of the chemicals used/stored/disposed and follow the heath and safety practices listed on the labels and the MSDS's.

7. Make certain that all personnel handling hazardous chemicals are properly trained. Before allowing students to handle hazardous chemicals, faculty members must train the students on the hazards of the chemicals, how to read and interpret labels and MSDS's, what to do in case of emergencies, and on personal protective equipment. All formal training shall be documented.

All incidents must be reported on the same day of the occurring incidents.

Faculty members witnessing the incidents or staff supervisors are responsible for filing a report:

Unsafe conditions, or near-misses: Use the "Hazard Report form (pink).

Incidents with injuries or illness: Use the "Accident Injury and Illness Report, UH Form 29" and the "Honolulu Community College Incident Report."

All students/employees suffer from injuries/illnesses, including minor ones, must be directed to the Health Office (Lorri Taniguchi, Health Nurse).

If a student sustains an injury/illness in class, the instructor must accompany the student to the Health Office. If the instructor feel that it is necessary for him/her to stay in class, please designate another student to accompany the injured student to the Health Office.

In case of a serious injury, such as heavy bleeding or loss of consciousness, call 911 for an ambulance and immediate call the Health Nurse (Ext. 282, 00), Security (Ext.142, Ext. 245) and Chulee Grove (Ext. 478) to report the incident.

Your decision may save someone's life. If you think that the injured needs an ambulance, do not hesitate to call 911, even if the injured refuses.

DATE OF REPORT: _____________________________

HAZARD DESCRIPTION:

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HAZARD LOCATION:

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HOW DO YOU THINK WE CAN CORRECT THE HAZARD(S):

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WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE INFORMED OF THE ACTION(S) TAKEN?

NAME: ___________________________________________ TEL: ___________________

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