Policy Manual sample

MDT Home Health Care Agency, Inc. pick up immediately. The following list comprises office safety guidelines: A Each person shall observe safe working methods and procedures at times. He/she will also take an active role in explaining safe work habits to all new employees. B. All office equipment will be arranged to provide safe working conditions and stored so as not to fall or injure team members. All appropriate equipment should be secured. C. Untrained staff members will not be permitted to use any hazardous equipment or office machines. D. Removing jams and servicing photocopy machines presents a potential electrical hazard. Employees should follow the step-by step instructions given on the copier when removing paper jams. If a problem can not easily be identified/solved by following these directions, the service agent for the copier will be contacted for an onsite visit E. All electrical cords must be protected from ear and must be placed so they do not present a tripping hazard. If a cord becomes worn, it should be replaced. F. Machines should never be cleaned or adjusted while in operation. G. Installation, repair, or maintenance of any office equipment will only be done by qualified persons. H. When not in use all desk and file drawers will be kept closed to ensure safe use of aisle/walkways. File drawers or desks will not be used as ladders or step stools to reach high objects. I. Step stools of adequatematerial, and designed to support the employee’s weight are provided to reach materials stored in high places. No one will stand on a swivel or folding chair for any purpose. J. All hazards, such as sharp file cabinet edges, or other conditions likely to do bodily harm or constitute any other type of hazard must be reported immediately to the Safety Officer of appropriate manager. K. Aisles should be kept clear of obstructions. L. Staff shall be informed in the following areas: · Fire safety, prevention, evacuation, and use of extinguishers and the hazards of smoking · Universal precautions and infection control practices. · Individual’s role in an emergency situation · Twenty-four (24) hour/day availability of Material Data Sheets (SDS book is maintained in room for access for all personnel). · Electrical safety as it relates to office and medical equipment used in the work area. · The need for good housekeeping habits in and around the work area. · Body mechanics and the way it relates to job performance. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) A master file of SDS sheets for all known or potentially hazardous chemicals is kept in the following locations: Office of the Agency’s Safety Officer (Administrator) Container Labeling The Administrator will verify that all chemical containers used in our Agency will be clearly labeled as to contents, appropriate hazard warnings, and that the container information from the SDS Home Health Agency. - - Personnel/Operations Policies B-105