Safety

Office of Risk Management (ORM)

• To protect people, property, the community and the environment and to enhance the well being of students, faculty, and staff through the development and implementation of cost effective, efficient business operations and compliant risk control and risk financing techniques for UT System Administration and the fifteen institutions.
• To view entire web site: http://www.utsystem.edu/orm/

Employees who do NOT work at the System Complex

• Your work site should have similar Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs in place
• Contact ORM if this is not the case

Workers Compensation Insurance (WCI)

What Should I do if I am Injured at Work?

• Immediately inform your supervisor of the injury or disease. You must provide your supervisor with the following information:

  Your name, current address, and current telephone number The date, time, and place the injury occurred The names of any witnesses, if any The name of the doctor who has treated you for the injury, if any

• Failure to report the injury within 30 days of the occurrence of the injury (or manifestation of the occupational disease) may result in the denial of a claim.

How do I get Medical Treatment?

• Choose one treating doctor to coordinate your care
• Tell your treating doctor that any bills fro your work-related injury should be sent directly to the UT System WCI Office at:
• 114 W 7th Street, Suite 600
  Austin, Texas 78701
  (512) 499-4655
  (512) 499-4671 (fax)

What are my responsibilities to my employer if I am unable to work because of an on-the-job injury?

• Provide a written note from your treating doctor indicating you are unable to work
• Communicate with your supervisor throughout any period of disability
• Return to work as soon as you are physically able

For more information about WCI

• Contact Javier Garza at (512) 499-4655 or Olivia Thompson at (512) 499-4645
• To view entire WCI web site: http://www.utsystem.edu/orm/wci/wci.htm

Department Safety Liaison (DSL)

• Each department or floor has a DSL who serves as an extention of the Risk Management Department. Your DSL should be your first point of contact for safety information, including request for ergonomic assessments.
• To view DSL Responsibilities: http://www.utsystem.edu/orm/control/dsl.htm

Ergonomics

Ergonomics is one of our most common risks! Risk Factors: Repetition Awkward postures (especially when lifting) Static postures (sitting to long) Warning Signs: Pain (all types, burning, aching, throbbing, etc.) Numbness Tingling For a free personalized ergonomic evaluation of your work station ask your DSL to request one using the SOS System. ORM can provide several types of ergonomic accessories free of charge (unfortunately chairs must be purchased through your department).

Electrical Safety

• Do not "daisy-chain" plug strips
• Contact Facilities Management at 322-3760 if you do not have enough outlets

The one outlet on the right is powering seven appliances, including 2 copiers (high power demand)

Space heaters, toasters, and toaster ovens

These are also high power demand appliances, as well as ignition sources		OK to use as long as: UL Listed Good Condition Tip-over protection Common sense

Trip Hazards

	Slips, trips and falls are some of our most common and serious risks! Don't just walk away from a near miss! Report it!!! Tape down cords in walkways or use cord-covers
Common Trip Hazard
Secure cords with duct tape...	or use cord covers.

Hazard Communication Guidelines

• The intent of the University of Texas System Administration's Hazard Communication Guidelines is to prevent injuries, illnesses and accidents resulting from exposure to hazardous chemicals. Additionally, these guidelines will provide staff and emergency planning organizations access to information to ensure compliance with the Texas Hazard Communication Act (THCA) and rules, Public Employer Community Right-To-Know Act (PCRA) and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA).
• In plain English: If you work with hazardous chemicals, your employer is required to inform you of the hazards of working with those chemicals.
• Your DSL or the ORM can provide you with more information about Hazard Communication.

Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan

• Each DSL has a copy of the entire plan
  • Make an appointment with your DSL to go over the plan in detail
• An overview should be posted in your work area

Emergency Phone Numbers

• 9-911
• All other emergency phone numbers are on the back of your badge

Fire Evacuation

If you discover fire or smoke, do NOT call 911. Immediately evacuate the building, and pull the fire alarm pull station on your way out. This will sound the alarm to the entire building and notify emergency responders.

FIRE!
GET OUT NOW!

• Know your primary and secondary means of egress
• Know your fire alarm pull station
• Know your assembly area
• Close the doors behind you

Should you use a fire extinguisher?

It depends...

No - if the fire is this big indoors! No - if there is lots of smoke (smoke kills) No - if fire spreads quickly No - if you have doubts Yes - if you are trained Yes - if a safe exit is nearby

Tornado or Severe Weather

Severe weather updates will be communicated through your DSL or the building PA system Designated shelter areas are indicated on evacuation maps next to the elevators

Medical Emergency

What to do in case of a Medical Emergency

• Call 9-911
• Call the Safety Office at 499-4661
• Employees trained in First Aid and the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) are located throughout the complex
• A list of trained employees is in the Emergency Response Kit at each guard station

Your Responsibilities

Know what to do in an emergency CORRECT safety hazards when you see them REPORT accidents (including near misses) Review your emergency Evacuation Routes Take time to meet your DSL Know where fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull stations are located Know when to evacuate Know your designated evacuation meeting location

Safety Training Offered

Training Information and Courses

• Fire Extinguisher Training
• CPR / AED Training
• First Aid Training
• Hazwoper Refresher Training
• DOT (Department of Transportation) Refresher Training

To find out more and register for these training courses visit: http://www.utsystem.edu/orm/control/training.htm

Questions?