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December 2008 • Vol III, Issue 12
Get Your House in Order for 2009
By Ray C Ellis
With the economy a continuing challenge, it is well to make sure you are in compliance with the many rules and regulations that could result in significant fines if not in compliance.
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OSHA - This is the month in which to carefully review all entries in the OSHA Log 300. Check all work-related injuries and illnesses to ensure proper recording has been accomplished.
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Emergency Evacuation Program - When is the last time you reviewed your Emergency Evacuation Program? It is wise to list assignments for implementation of the Emergency Evacuation Program by job designation rather than by an employee’s name.
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Terrorism - The security staff must provide training to every employee in developing greater awareness to actions of guests or the public and to be especially sensitive to items in the guest room that are cause for suspicion or concern.
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Portable fire extinguishers. Inventory all portable fire extinguishers. Be sure they are in the appropriate cabinet or other designated location, are fully charged and have been tagged with current service date and hydrostatic test date.
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Machine and Equipment Guarding - Violation of this standard is among the top ten in each year’s OSHA analysis.
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Personal Protective Equipment - Recent review of this regulation confirmed the responsibility of the employer to provide personal protective equipment, including equipment for eyes, face, head and extremities; protective clothing; respiratory devices; and protective shields and barriers.
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Safety Color Code for Marking Physical Hazards.
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Medical and First Aid - In the absence of an infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity to the workplace which can provide necessary treatment to employees, a person or persons shall be adequately trained to render first aid.
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Bloodborne Pathogens The Hospitality Industry Exposure Control Plan is designed to eliminate or minimize employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens that may be encountered in the workplace.
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Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) - This section of the law requires informing all employees as to hazardous chemicals they may be using while on the job.
Save the Date! The 2009 Annual Hospitality Law Conference
Focusing on legal, safety and security solutions
February 9-11, 2009
Houston, Texas
Featured Loss Prevention Presentations include:
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The Risk of Pandemic and Noroviruses is real: Prevention and Response to an Outbreak
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Preventing Illegal Acts, Including Prostitution, Drugs, Theft, & Overcrowded Rooms
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Liability Trends in the Hospitality Industry
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Post-Catastrophe Solutions: Effective Safety and Security in Damaged Properties, Possibly Without People or Power
Register now! For the complete conference agenda and hotel information, download the Conference Brochure here.
Product Showcase Opportunities Available! If you provide legal, safety, or security solutions for the hospitality industry, the conference provides a riveted forum of decision makers. For more information on how to get involved, please view our Conference Brochure (pdf) or contact Diana Singson.
The Loss Prevention Lifetime Achievement Award recipient has been selected and will be announced at the 2009 Hospitality Law Conference. At least year's conference, Chad Callaghan received this distinguished award.
The 2009 Hospitality Law Conference is presented in coordination with the Loss Prevention Management Institute.
Engineering Tips
By Ray C Ellis
Again, you are being provided with links to some training tools used by the U. S. Fire Administration through its “Coffee Break Training” series. The information is of particular interest and value to the engineering and maintenance operations for your premises. Your particular attention is drawn to the “Holiday Fire Safety” issue. This would make a good off-the-job-safety item. It could be duplicated and provided as a hand-out to all employees.
US Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Updates
Saying It Correctly (pdf)
Bug Bomb Hazards
By Ray C Ellis
Total release foggers, commonly known as “bug bombs” were associated with 466 illnesses or injuries in eight states during a five year period, according to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. An examination of fogger-related illnesses and injuries in California, Florida, Louisiana, Michigan, New York, Oregon, Texas and Washington revealed that incidents often resulted from a person’s inability or failure to vacate before a fogger discharged, or from returning to a treated space too soon.
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