Code of Safe Practices - Velocity Vehicle Group

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ORIGINAL ISSUE: DATE: JUNE 2011 AUTHOR: DAVID C. ROBERTS DEPARTMENT: SAFETY AND LOSS PREVENTION CONTROLLED COPIES: Master Set –S&LP DEPT. VVG INTRANET

REVISION HISTORY:

REV. DATE Reviewed

BY CHANGE DESCRIPTION (SECTION, PARAGRAPH, REASON)

01 01/01/16 EL Policy Review 02 3/7/2018 DKB Changes to: Evacuation, practices, lifting, heaters, JSA, respirator,

footwear, ladder, scaffolds, incident reporting and vehicle accidents 03 9/19/2019 DBK Changes to following section: Code of Practices, housekeeping, head,

Eye and Face, Rigging, Ladders, VVG Vehicles, Hot Work, LOTO, and removed Excavations

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FORWARD

The safety and health practices described in this program are for the protection of personnel working on Velocity Vehicle Group, LLC (VVG) facilities. Most accidents happen without warning and are usually the result of an employee’s failure to comply with VVG’s established safety standards and / or a supervisor is not following and implementing these basic safety and health practices. All employees shall read, understand, and implement these safe practices while on the job. Safety and health suggestions, which will improve our program, are always welcome. If you have a suggestion, discuss it with your supervisor or the Safety Department.

• Know how to do your job safely,

• Prior to beginning your work task, check the area to determine what problems or hazards may exist.

• If your activity may endanger fellow workers or nearby equipment or materials, take the necessary steps to safeguard them.

• You should review the safety and health requirements for each work task with your supervisor prior to

starting work. You will not be required to do a work task that may result in injury or illness to yourself or others.

• Become familiar with, understand, and follow site emergency procedures.

• Your immediate supervisor is responsible for maintaining proper safety and health conditions in your

assigned work area. Report any hazardous conditions, unsafe acts, or unsafe equipment to your supervisor and / or the site Safety Department.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES INCIDENTS / ILLNESS 1. Report all incidents and illnesses to your supervisor immediately. 2. Immediately call for help if someone collapses or is injured, render first aid if trained to do so. 3. In case of an emergency dial:

911 4. All incidents and illnesses will be reported to [email protected] FIRES / EXPLOSIONS 1. Immediately report all fires and explosions. 2. Extinguish small fires if properly trained and if it can be done safely. 3. Do not touch any unidentifiable objects or packages/cases found in the parking lots and other outside

storage areas. Contact your Manager immediately!

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EVACUATION 1. Listen for Evacuation announcement. 2. Know two evacuation routes from your work area. 3. Know your evacuation assembly / staging area. 4. Never re-enter a building until instructed to by Emergency Response Personnel or the EH&S Manager. THIS IS AN EVACUATION MAP OF A VTC FACILITY. PLEASE REVIEW THE EVACUATION MAP OF YOUR PARTICULAR LOCATION.

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GENERAL SAFE PRACTICES 1. Promptly report all personal work-related injuries and illnesses, no matter how slight, and accidents to your

Supervisor or a Company official, including damage to the property of the Company, employee, customer or member of the public, regardless of who is responsible for the damage.

2. Each employee is expected to be responsible for his own safety and at the same time to exercise care in avoiding injury to his fellow workers and others.

3. All emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers, fire alarms, and exit doors must be kept clear of obstacles.

4. Know the location of fire and safety exits, fire extinguishers, and emergency eye wash/rinse stations.

5. Anyone known to be under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs will not be allowed on the job in that condition. An employee that engages in such conduct while on Company premises or Company business is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. The taking or prescribed medication under a doctor’s supervision is permitted only when taking such drugs does not impair the employee.

6. Horseplay, scuffling, practical jokes, and other acts which tend to have an adverse influence on the safety or well-being of workers is prohibited.

7. Each worker should wear all required personal protective devices.

8. At a minimum closed toe shoes with slip resistant soles are to be worn when entering service bays and parts warehouse areas.

9. Loose clothing, long sleeves, ties, gloves or jewelry are not to be worn when working on machinery.

10. Headphones and/or earbuds shall not be used in Service or Parts.

11. Keep your assigned area clean by practicing VVG’s 6S workplace methodology (Sort, Set in Order, Shine,

Standardize, Sustain and Safety). “A place for everything and everything in its place”.

12. Practice good housekeeping by keeping workstations neat and orderly. Deposit refuse in proper containers.

13. All workers should learn the hazards of their job by discussing them in detail with their Foreman/Supervisor.

14. All new hazards or suggestions should be brought to the attention of the Supervisor/Manager. Hazards can also be reported to the VVG hotline at (909) 510-1373 or adding a suggestion in the KPA portal.

15. When lifting heavy objects, use leg muscles instead of back muscles. Two-man lift required for objects above 50

pounds.

16. Employees should not handle or tamper with any equipment or machinery that is not within the scope of their duties or job.

17. Machinery should not be repaired or adjusted while in operation nor should oiling of moving parts be attempted except on equipment that is designed or fitted with safeguards.

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18. All defective/tampered tools, equipment, machinery will be marked and removed from service. Dangerous work conditions will be will be marked by management. Safety precautions and awareness of these conditions will be established by management

19. Removal of “Danger-Do-Not-Operate” tags or locks on any machinery by unauthorized personnel are prohibited.

20. Misuse, abuse, damaging or tampering with the property of the Company, an employee or customer is prohibited.

21. Failure to observe traffic laws or report traffic violations Company vehicle is prohibited.

22. An employee who drives or operates a Company vehicle, shall: • Be responsible for the care and safety of the vehicle during the shift and perform a pre-trip and post-trip

inspection according to Company standards, including the required Vehicle Condition Report. • Secure necessary equipment and supplies for proper job performance before leaving the Company or

customer’s facility. • Not tamper with tachometers, governors, or other items of equipment. • Check the tires on the vehicle before leaving the facility and/or customer’s facility. • Keep the cab of the vehicle clean at all times. • Not use any radar detector or similar device in the vehicle when backing. • Spotters must be used when backing vehicles at any time. • Shut off vehicle whenever the driver/operator is out of the vehicle or the vehicle will be unattended for any

period of time.

29. It is the employee’s responsibility to be aware of where he/she can find the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and to read and understand them.

30. Wash thoroughly after handling poisonous substances and follow all special instructions.

31. If you must use a personal, generic, or other type of container than the original marked or named container then you must indicate on the new container what the contents are for the awareness of others. Food product containers can not be used as secondary containers.

32. Failure to comply with OSHA regulations, including the proper wearing of protective equipment provided by the

Company is prohibited.

33. No one will be permitted on the job site that has in his or her possession firearms, ammunition or articles of a similar nature.

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OFFICE SAFETY

STAIRWAYS, WALKWAYS AND HALLS 1. Be alert when going up or down stairs. Use the handrail(s) at all times to prevent falls. 2. Always use the right-hand side of aisles and hallways. 3. Open all doors s-l-o-w-l-y! Even doors with windows can pose a hazard to unseen persons or equipment. 4. Be alert for any signs or barricades, indicating a safety hazard in the walk area. 5. In some cases, the uneven terrain can make it hazardous for walking between buildings. 6. Be alert to hazards of walking on vinyl flooring and carpeted floors, seams and transition pieces can “trip

you up” and contribute to slips, trips and falls. HOUSEKEEPING 1. Good housekeeping is very important. This can help to prevent such accidents as slips, trips, falls and

falling objects.

2. Objects not intended for the floors such as office supplies, parts, tools, oil products, and other aqueous solutions should be removed once observed.

3. Do not allow extension cords, phone or computer cables to cross aisles or drift into walking areas. 4. Locate telephones, computers or other office equipment in such a manner that they won’t create a falling

hazard to personnel, or block exits. 5. DO NOT store any material or equipment on top of tall cabinets or bookshelves.

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CARRYING AND LIFTING Proper manual lifting can prevent injuries and strains:

• Get a firm footing, with your feet apart for a stable stance. Stand close to the load. Squat (don’t bend the waist). Take a deep breath and tighten stomach muscles to help support your back under load.

• Lift with your legs. They’re a lot stronger than your back. Bring your back to the vertical position. • Hold the load close to your body. This puts less strain on your back. • If you must turn, move your feet first not by twisting your back. • Set the load down again by squatting, not by bending your back. Keep your fingers out from under the

load. • Watch footing when walking on uneven ground or when walking in crowded areas. • Un-stack objects to insure good visibility. • Don't carry more than you can safely handle or see over. • Slide loads into place rather than lift the load in an awkward position. • Never pull loads toward you, push them away from you. • 2-man lift required at and above 50lbs.

DRAWERS 1. Neatly stored items in desk drawers can help to avoid unwanted cuts. Example: avoid loose razor blades,

thumbtacks or pins. 2. Close all drawers (both desk and filing cabinets) when not in actual use. 3. Place filing cabinets so that they do not obstruct aisle-ways or walk areas. Open only one drawer at a time.

Close drawers with either the Handle or push keeping your fingers out of the drawer area.

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ELECTRICITY 1. Be aware of the condition of all electrical cords in use. Frayed, cracked or broken cords must be replaced

immediately. 2. Do not plug coffee machines, refrigerators or heaters into multi-strip outlets, these outlets are designed for

small wattage electrical appliances. 3. Multi-strip outlets must have a three-pronged plug equipped with a circuit breaker or fuse and directly

plugged into a wall outlet. 4. All electrical appliances must be “UL” or “FM” approved and plugged into a properly grounded wall outlet or

multi-strip outlet (if allowed) and only one high-amperage unit per circuit, amperes should never exceed 16 amps, on a 20-amp circuit.

5. Heaters or hot plates must be unplugged when not in use, and at the end of the workday. Do not locate this

equipment in areas where, people passing by can strike them.

6. Fuel powered heaters are not permitted for any use. Floor and/or table heaters are only permitted in service bays and warehouses. No heater will be permitted under a desk, work bench, or table.

7. In the case of electrical problems contact site facilities. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE ELECTRICAL

REPAIRS YOURSELF.

JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS 1. The purpose of a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is to involve the employee and supervisor in the process of

identifying hazards associated with tasks or specific elements of tasks.

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2. The JSA process consists of common tasks of the job to evaluate. Then the employee determines whether or not each task will be performed. If the task is to be performed the employee then knows to take precaution before continuing.

3. When identifying hazards, the employee must consider these hazards: struck by / against, caught in, on or

between, slips, trips and falls, contact with an energy source (electricity, hazardous materials, etc.), spills, trips, slips, falls, and overexertion potential.

4. When eliminating or reducing hazards engineering the hazard out is the preferred method, so examples of

engineering controls are: guarding, substitution of less hazardous materials or ventilating the work area. 5. For more information refer to VVG Safety Program “Job Safety Analysis”.

HAZARD RECOGNITION BASIC RECOGNITION 1. Be alert to your surroundings: 2. Look where you are walking.

• Stay clear of moving machinery and/or equipment. • Use handrails when ascending or descending stairs. • Pick up all tools, cleanup all spilled material. • Do not run.

3. Plan your work:

• Consider possible hazards that may exist. • Plan how to avoid them. • Communicate with others around you. • Planned work is safe work.

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HAZARD COMMUNICATION 1. Hazard Communication is sometimes called employees "right to know" because employees have a right

to know about:

• Hazardous materials in the workplace. • Training on the use of hazardous materials. • Access to personal medical records. • Access to Safety Data Sheets. • Access to exposure records. • Access to the regulation and our written program.

2. Before using hazardous materials:

• Check the label for contents and hazard information. • Review the Safety Date Sheet for detailed hazard information. • Wear the proper personal protective equipment per the SDS. • If you have a question or need additional information contact your supervisor.

3. Using hazardous materials:

• Follow label, SDS, and manufacturer's recommendations. • Do not eat, chew or smoke while using. • Use required protective equipment / Avoid skin contact. • Immediately clean up spills • DO NOT POUR MATERIALS DOWN DRAINS OR SEWERS. • Provide adequate ventilation.

4. After use and storage of hazardous materials:

• Close containers and return to correct storage area. • Thoroughly clean hands, and skin, remove and label contaminated clothing. • Do not store food or cook food in chemical storage areas.

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NFPA/HMIS LABELS The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Hazardous materials Identification system marking systems indicate the potential dangers of hazardous materials by using a simple 0 - 4 rating in a colored area. The following guide should be used to evaluate the type and degree of hazard. HEALTH HAZARD (BLUE) 4- Contact may be fatal 3- Extremely Hazardous 2- Hazardous 1- Slightly Hazardous 0- Normal Material FIRE HAZARD (RED) 4- Very flammable, flash point below 73 degrees f 3- Flammable material, flash point above 73 degrees f 2- Moderately flammable material, flash point above 100 degrees f 1- Materials that must be pre-heated, flash point above 200 degrees f 0- Materials that will not burn REACTIVITY HAZARD (YELLOW) 4- May Detonate 3- May detonate due to mechanical shock or heat 2- May undergo violent chemical change, but do not detonate 1- Unstable at elevated temperatures 0- Stable

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SPECIAL INFORMATION Materials, which demonstrate unusual reactivity with water, are marked with the letter W with a horizontal line through the center. The letters “OXY” identifies materials, which are oxidizers Materials that are radioactive or are a biohazard are identified by those standard symbols.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT GENERAL 1. When working observe the following practices: • Wrist watches, rings or other jewelry may need to be removed. • Loose or ragged clothing shall not be worn. • Long sleeve shirts may be required and are always recommended. Shoulders must be covered. • Long pants shall be worn for service technicians. • Appropriate footwear, in good condition shall be worn, and must have a closed toe in service and parts.

2. General use of personal protective equipment (PPE):

• An employee shall not wear or use PPE that’s been worn by another employee until the equipment has been cleaned and sanitized. (Fall protection equipment is the exception).

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• All PPE must be of an "APPROVED" type i.e., Cal-OSHA, ANSI, NIOSH, or ASME and acceptable to the company.

• The employee will wear the equipment correctly. • Inspect equipment for defects prior to use. • Report any defective equipment to the supervisor. • Exercise reasonable care of company supplied equipment. HEAD 1. Bump caps are required while working under vehicles.

2. Hard hats may be required at locations in renovation.

EYE & FACE 1. Eye protection will be worn in all service bays, isles, or in yards where a vehicle is in process of repairs.

a. Locations may have dedicated isles where eye protection is not required.

2. Goggles will be used when using grinders, cut off wheels, wire wheels, and torches.

3. Contact lenses are prohibited in locations where chemical exposure may occur.

4. Where eye protection is required: • Safety glasses with side shields shall be worn as minimum protection. • Goggles shall be worn when handling hazardous liquids, gases, and powders. • Face shields shall not be used instead of safety glasses and goggles.

• Face shields in addition to safety glasses or goggles shall be worn when performing jobs that may injure the face, such as grinding, sand blasting or handling chemicals.

• Face shield with minimum shade five lens must be worn when welding or in use of a torch. • Yellow tinted lenses are the only tinted lens approved.

• Eye and face protection shall comply with current ANSI standards.

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HANDS 1. Hand protection will be provided for employees whose work involves unusual and excessive exposure of

hands to cuts, burns, harmful physical or chemical agents which are encountered and capable of causing injury.

2. Hand protection will not be worn where there is a danger of hand protection becoming caught in moving

machinery or materials. RESPIRATORY 1. Respiratory protection shall be worn as directed by the supervisor and the Safety Department. 2. Respiratory protective equipment shall be worn only if the employee: • Is trained • Is medically approved • Is fit tested • Has no facial hair in the seal area (no beards).

WARNING Respirators help protect against airborne contaminants and are not intended to replace sound engineering or administrative controls. Check the filters’ type for the contaminant type. The Safety Department will approve the filters.

3. Dust Masks are used for protection against nuisance dust. They will not protect against chemical

exposure. Dust masks shall be discarded after a maximum use of eight hours. Dust masks are used on a voluntary basis only and the voluntary form must be completed by employee.

BODY Special chemical clothing shall be provided for employees who are exposed to hazardous materials. FOOT 1. Employees exposed to hazardous materials or wet environments shall be issued the appropriate footwear. 2. If Steel Toe shoes or boots are required, they must meet ANSI Z41.7 standard. 3. At a minimum closed toe shoes with slip resistant souls must be worn in service and parts warehouse locations. HEARING PROTECTION 1. The action level for annual hearing tests and training is 85 db.

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1. Ear Muffs or Plugs shall be worn where the area is posted as a high noise area, or anywhere noise levels reach 90 dB or above at a time weighted average (TWA).

2. Ear Muffs shall be cleaned after each use. 3. Plugs shall be discarded upon exiting the high noise area.

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL RELEASE / SPILL 1. Immediately report all hazardous material releases / spills per the site procedure. 2. Prevent material from discharging to a sewer or storm drain. 3. Wear the appropriate protective equipment when responding to spilled / released materials.

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MATERIAL HANDLING

RIGGING 1. Proper rigging can prevent injuries and equipment damage.

• Control loads with a tagline. • Stay away from suspended loads. • Never ride on hoisting equipment unless the equipment is specifically approved for lifting personnel. • Verify that all loads are within the load limit of the equipment and the slings.

SLINGS 1. Correct use of slings can prevent injuries and equipment damage:

• All slings, fastenings and attachments are to be inspected daily or before use. • All slings will have an annotated rating. • Slings that are damaged or defective shall be removed from service. • Slings shall not be shortened with knots, bolts or other makeshift devices. • Slings shall not be kinked or knotted. • Slings shall not be loaded beyond their rated capacity. • Slings used in a basket hitch shall have the loads balanced to prevent slippage. • Slings shall be set to avoid slippage.

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• Slings shall be padded or protected from the sharp edges of their loads. • Suspended loads will be kept clear of all obstructions. • All employees shall be kept off loads about to be lifted and off suspended loads. • Hands or fingers shall not be placed between the sling and its load while the sling is being tightened

around the load. • Shock loading is prohibited. • A sling shall not be pulled from under a load when the load is resting on the sling and damage to the

sling may result.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

HAND & POWER TOOLS 1. The proper use, care and storage of hand tools will increase the life of the tool and reduce potential for

injury.

• Tools must be properly stored and not left in the work area. • Inspect before use. Do not use tools in poor or unsafe condition. • DO NOT place tools where they may fall on other employees. • Select the proper tool for the job. • DO NOT lift or lower power tools by the electrical cord or pneumatic hose. • DO NOT use electrical tools with damaged cases or cords. • Cut or chisel away from the body. • Hammer-heads shall be securely mounted on handles. Hammer faces and handles shall be free of

cracks or irregularities. • Hammers shall not be used as prying tools. They shall always be used for their intended purpose. For

example, do not drive nails with a machinist’s hammer. • Wrench and pliers’ jaws shall be in good condition. • Excessively worn tools shall be replaced. • Adjustable wrenches shall be snugly fitted to the nut before applying pressure. • Extension handles shall not be used on wrenches or pliers. • Keep screwdrivers blades in good condition, do not use when the blade is broken or bent. • Do not use screwdrivers as chisels or punches, or prying. • Use only screwdrivers with insulated handles for electrical work.

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• Files shall be equipped with handles and kept clean and sharp. • Files shall not be used as punches, chisels or for prying. • Electric tools shall not be used if arcing is noted. • Attachments used with electric hand tools shall conform to the rating (rpm, psi) of the tool. Operating

limits shall not be exceeded. • Electric tool power cords shall be safeguarded against crushing, punching, cutting or crimping. Any

break in the insulating cord shall result in the discard and replacement of the power cord. • Attachments to air powered tools shall conform to the rating (rpm, etc.) of the tool. • All safety devices will be kept on and used on all air tools.

LADDERS 1. The proper use, care and storage of ladders will increase the life of the equipment and reduce potential for

injury.

• All ladders will be inspected before use. Damaged ladders will be red tagged and removed from service. Ladders shall not be painted. • All ladders will meet current ANSI and/or OSHA standards. • Metal ladders shall not be used around electrical equipment. • Extension ladders shall have their base 1/4 of the height away from the wall. • Extension ladders will be tied off to the support whenever possible. • Extension ladders will extend at least three feet beyond the platform, etc. if the employee is required to step off the ladder. • When ascending or descending the ladder, face the ladder. • Do not carry tools in your hands but lower the tools in an approved container. • Ladders should be equipped with non-slip feet and/or spikes. • All ladders and step stools must be tier 1, 1A, 1AA, or 2. • No wooden ladders are permitted for use.

SCAFFOLDS 1. The proper use and erection of scaffolds will reduce potential for injury. When using or erecting scaffolds:

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• Scaffolds shall be properly braced so the scaffold is always square, plumb and rigid. • All scaffold legs shall rest on approved base plates, except rolling scaffolds. • The maximum length of planks 2" x 10" shall be 8' for normal platforms. • Guard railings shall be provided for work above 5 feet. • The lumber will be approved for scaffold use, free from defects and 3/4" plywood will be used to fill any

voids. • Scaffold planks will be inspected before installation and will not be painted. • A separate ladder shall be provided for safe access and egress. • A top rail and mid rail shall be provided on all scaffolds. • Toe boards shall be provided all around and shall not be less than 4 inches. • If material is stacked above the toe board, a ½ of an inch wire mesh screen shall be installed from the

toe board to the top rail. • If a top or mid rail is removed for a maintenance activity, it must be reinstalled immediately. • Do not move scaffolds while personnel are on it. • Fall protection must be worn on any scaffold at or above 6 feet.

FALL PROTECTION 1. Fall protection shall be worn: • When exposed to a fall hazard greater than 4 feet. • Safety harness shall be a 5-point body harness of an approved type.

• Equipment will be inspected before use and if damaged, discarded and replaced. • Lanyards will be double locking hook, with a shock absorber (soft stop), be a minimum of ¾ of an inch

manila or equivalent and must be secured to an anchor or structural member above the point of operation.

• Fall Arrest equipment will have a maximum free fall of 18 inches. COMPRESSED AIR AND CYLINDERS 1. When using compressed air, the following rules apply:

• Compressed air shall not be used for cleaning clothes or otherwise pointed at any person. • Plant air systems shall not be used as a source of breathing air unless certified as a breathing source. • Connections to air systems shall be properly secured. • Connections to air systems will not be disconnected until the connection is isolated and the line pressure dissipated. • Hoses should be routed so not to pose a tripping or other hazard. • Air nozzles shall not exceed thirty-five PSI.

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COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS 1. When using, storing or handling compressed gas cylinders the following rules shall apply:

• All cylinders will be labeled. • Cylinders will be stored upright and secured from falling with chain. • Caps shall be kept in place, when the cylinder is not in use. • Cylinders SHALL NOT be used as rollers. • Cylinders will be transported on a device specially designed for transport. • Cylinders will not be taken into a confined space. • Cylinders shall be stored in their designated area, out of direct sunlight. • Relief valves will be checked to ensure they are not obstructed (ice or dirt buildup). • Flammable cylinders must be kept 20 feet from ignitable substances. • Oxygen cylinders must be kept 20 feet from flammable cylinders.

VVG VEHICLES 1. All incidents/accidents are to be reported to your supervisor or manager immediately.

2. All incidents/accidents will be reported to [email protected] 3. Employees authorized to drive company vehicles must possess a valid driver’s license. 4. Seat belts must be worn at all times. 5. Use of Cell phones, iPods, headphones or ear buds or any other external electronic devices during the

operation of a vehicle while on company business is strictly orbidden. 6. Drivers must obey all site-specific vehicle rules, and are responsible for the lawful and safe operation of

equipment assigned to them. 7. Drivers are responsible for regularly inspecting and ensuring proper vehicle care. Maintenance to include

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8. Vehicles are not to be overloaded.

9. Spotters must be utilized on vehicles that have no clear view from a rear window and exceed a two axles length.

FORKLIFT OPERATING RULES 1. Forklifts will be inspected before us on each shift and documented. Forklifts found unsafe will be tagged

and removed from service until an authorized mechanic repairs and rechecks the forklift. 2. The Load Limit and Load Center will be clearly marked on all forklifts and shall not be exceeded under any

conditions. 3. Employees will not work under a suspended load. 4. Employees may only be lifted on the forklift if an approved man-basket is used. 5. Vehicles shall not exceed a safe speed and will not be driven into areas unless proper clearance has been

provided. 6. Stunt driving and horseplay are prohibited. 7. Forklifts shall not be left running while unattended. When a forklift is left unattended, the power will be shut

off, brakes set, the mast brought to the vertical position and the load lowered. Keys must be removed after each use.

8. No riders shall be permitted on the forks under any circumstances or the truck body unless, a separate

seat has been provided by the manufacturer. Seat belts will be worn at all times. 9. Operators shall face in the direction of travel and shall not move a vehicle until the load is stable and

secure, and that all persons are in the clear. 10. The forks shall always be carried as low as possible, consistent with safe operation.

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11. Grades shall be ascended or descended slowly, the load shall face the top of the grade and turns WILL NOT be made while on a grade. The driver shall slow down and sound the horn at aisles and other locations where vision is obstructed.

12. No unapproved covers can be utilized to cover canopies. AERIAL LIFTS 1. Only properly trained and authorized employees shall be allowed to operate any aerial lift. 2. Equipment shall be inspected daily and documented. 3. Employees shall wear a body harness with lanyard attached to the aerial lift tie-off point or guardrail if no

tie-off available. 4. Employees shall NOT sit, climb or stand on basket guardrails. 5. The basket and boom loads shall not be exceeded. 6. Aerial trucks shall not be moved with booms in the extended position. 7. All equipment shall be operated per manufacturer’s recommendations and site safety requirements. 8. Aerial lifts shall not be operated within 15 feet of any unguarded energized electrical power line or in winds

at or higher than 25 mph. 9. Aerial lifts shall be operated with outriggers in the set position, fully extended and resting on a stable base. 10. Aerial lifts shall be chocked when on an incline. SHOP SAFETY

• Employees shall use only the equipment they are qualified and authorized to use. • Operators shall not wear ties or other loose clothing when operating equipment. • Machines shall not be permitted to operate unattended. • No one shall distract the attention of the operator. • All power transmission guards will be kept in place. • All point-of-operation guards will be used. • Air hoses nozzles shall be regulated to not more than 30 psi, and shall not be used to clean clothing.

Use air on work only in a direction where particles cannot be projected towards anyone. Eye protection shall be worn when using air hoses.

• Oily or greasy shop towels shall be places in a closed container. • If oil or other materials is leaked / spilled on the floor, it shall be wiped up immediately.

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• Radios, CD players, Cell phones and TV sets requiring the use of head phones are forbidden during work hours.

• Work areas shall be kept free of obstructions, which may cause tripping, limited movement or inconvenience of operation. If this is not possible or feasible, barricades and/or railings should be installed to alert others to the danger.

• Work must be properly secured to prevent unintended movement. No unplanned movement of the work, or adjusting of machinery should be attempted while a machine is running.

FIRE PREVENTION, EXTINGUISHER USE, WELDING AND CUTTING FIRE PREVENTION 1. To prevent fires in the workplace: • Don't leave solvent soaked rags in the area, store them in the safety can provided. • Follow proper welding & cutting safety procedures. • Check the job site for fire extinguishers and/or fire hoses.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER USE 1. In general the following rules apply to fire extinguishers: • Fire extinguishers shall not be used for any other purpose other than fire fighting.

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• Do not block access to fire extinguishers or any other fire fighting equipment. • Do not use client equipment unless authorized to do so. • Do not pre-charge or break the seal on a fire extinguisher unless you intend to use it immediately. • Do not remove fire extinguishers from designated areas to use for fire watch. 2. Fire extinguishers operation. P.A.S.S.

P Pull out the locking pin breaking the seal.

A Aim nozzle or hose just in front of the base of the fire.

S Squeeze the trigger handle all the way.

S Sweep discharge from side to side, moving front to back across the base of the fire.

WELDING AND CUTTING (HOT WORK) 1. Follow site-specific Hot Work procedures and get a Hot Work Permit from the manager before starting. 2. Plan your work with all involved including site prep, gas testing, and permit completion. A designated fire

watch with the required fire extinguisher / hose must be present. 3. Don't use welding & cutting equipment unless trained and authorized to do so. 4. Wear required protective equipment. 5. Inspect all equipment before use. Red tag and report the defective equipment.

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OVERHEAD WORK 1. Protect the people and area the area below by: • Rope off area or barricade. • Using warning signs - "DANGER - WORK ABOVE" • Do not drop material from above.

• Using of a hand line to move small tools and materials from the ground to people above. • Remove all loose objects from above when work is done. • Securing small tools that may slip. ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1. Electrical equipment and wiring: • Consider all electrical circuits as "live". • Follow lockout/blockout rules. • Never tamper with any wiring or equipment.

• Portable equipment must be double insulated or grounded. 2. Don't make electrical repairs: • Unless trained and authorized to do so. • While standing on wet or damp surfaces. • Without isolating and locking out and tagging out the equipment. 3. Use an approved fiberglass ladder around electrical wiring. DO NOT USE METAL LADDERS IN THESE

AREAS. 4. Inspect equipment before use, red tag and report defective equipment to your supervisor: • Extension cords • Electric hand tools • Electrical equipment 5. Worn wiring, overloaded circuits, defective equipment and equipment that is not approved must not be

used. LOCKOUT / TAG OUT / BLOCKOUT 1. Lock out / Tag Out Block Out is the de-energizing and securing of all energy sources of equipment in a

safe position before beginning work, to protect you from the unexpected operation of the equipment. 2. Follow all lock out / block out procedures. 3. Do not close valves or turn-off switches unless authorized to do so.

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4. Lock out / Block out before making major repairs or modifications. 5. Identify all energy sources: • Electrical • Thermal • Stored • Hydraulic • Pneumatic 6. How to lockout:

• Disconnect, turn off, close, open, shut, purge, drain, de-pressurize, block, blank, and bleed. • Secure lock and/or tag. • Check it - try/test controllers, test for operation before working on equipment. 7. When you have completed your work: • Check for safety of all persons before operating the machinery or equipment. • Remove the lock and/or tag, etc. HEARING CONSERVATION

• Noise exposure at or above 85 dBA

• Noise exposure at or above 90 dBA

• Baseline Hearing Tests / Annual Hearing Tests

• VVG must provide hearing protection. BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS

• Infectious disease transmitted through contact with infected blood and other bodily fluids (i.e. Hepatitis A, B, C, & HIV)

• Use Universal Precautions

• Blood soaked dressing, Syringes, must be treated as a biohazards.

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• Small band aids and dry dressings are not biohazards.

CONFINED SPACE 1. A confined space is any area, which has limited openings for entry or exit, and unfavorable ventilation

which might render the atmosphere of the space flammable, toxic or oxygen deficient, and is not normally occupied.

2. Plan the work with all involved, including site prep, atmospheric and physical hazard checks. 3. Never go into a confined space unless: • Tests are done and appropriate measures are taken for oxygen deficiency, carbon monoxide,

combustible gas, hydrogen sulfide or other toxic gases. • A valid permit is issued. Atmosphere is tested hourly. • A trained, designated attendant is available and is in constant contact. 4. Never enter an unmarked confined space or disregard warning signs such as, “Do Not Enter". 5. Warning: When there is a potential for an accumulation of hazardous gases or vapors treat the work area

as a confined space. INSECTS / VERMIN 1. Some city wildlife can be dangerous. Bites from animals are painful and may carry rabies. Don’t feed birds

or squirrels. Rodent droppings may carry the Hanta Virus. • Do not touch any animal, even if it appears dead. Report finding dead birds to the Safety Department. • Put all food waste in a sealed metal trash can to discourage mice and rats. • If you suspect rodent droppings or urine may be present refer to VVG Safety Procedure on “Hantavirus.”

Do not attempt to clean up the area without taking the proper precautions. • Use caution when working around lumber, bar stock or equipment stored outside where insects or other

vectors may have crawled. Black Widow and Brown Recluse are very poisonous spiders. • Do not allow water to pond in your work area. Pond water creates a breeding ground for mosquitoes,

which may carry the West Nile Virus.

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Acknowledgement of Receipt of the Code of Safe Practices and the Injury and

Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)

I, _____________________________________, have received a copy and reviewed Velocity Vehicle Group Print Name Code of Safe Practices on _________. Date I have also received a copy of the Injury And Illness Prevention Program. It is my responsibility to know and understand that most accidents occur due to unsafe acts. Therefore, I have been instructed to implement these safe practices while on the job. ____________________________________________________________________________ Employee's Signature Date Important - Please return a copy of this completed form the Human Resources Department

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