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Mental Health Awareness 1
National Depression amp Mental Health Screening
Month 2
Active Shooter
Preparedness 3
How To Create A Stigma
Free Workplace 3
Severe Weather Preparing Your Work-
place For A Disaster 4
Slip Trip amp Fall
Prevention 5
Fire Prevention Week 6
National Drug-Free
Work Week 7
Safety amp Loss Prevention
Word Search 8
Credits 9
Positive mental health is described by the World Health Organization as ldquoa state of well-being in which every indi-vidual realizes their own potential can cope with the nor-mal stresses of life can work productively and fruitfully and is able to make a contribution to their commu-nityrdquo Mental health issues can affect anyone regardless of age race or background A personrsquos mental and physical health are symbiotic mdash that is they are interdependent with one affecting the other People suffering physical ailments and chronic illnesses have a higher risk of depression and people with depres-sion are more prone to having other health issues
Most employers realize the importance of providing a safe hazard-free environment as well as fostering healthy habits in their employees Even though Floridarsquos Civil Rights Act prohibits discriminating based on physical or mental impairments the stigma of mental illness still exists Roughly 85 of workers in the US
(Continued on page 2)
Page 1
allow their mental health conditions to go undiagnosed or untreated out of shame or fear of reprisal
By promoting mental health in the workplace employers have the op-portunity to eliminate this stigma which will not only improve the overall wellness and satisfaction of employees but also lower costs and increase productivity for the agency A study published in Inc Magazine in 2016 stated that between decreased performance and absenteeism mental illness and substance abuse cost employers around $2258 billion each year And with workplace violence on the rise there is much more at stake than a loss of productivity
So how can your workplace help to promote a healthy environment and eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness Practicing ldquosupportive performance managementrdquo can help
bull If an employee is struggling with performance at work rule out the possibility of a mental health issue before considering disciplinary action Use non-judgmental language such as ldquoYoursquore not your usual selfrdquo rather than ldquoYou seem depressedrdquo
bull Communicate clearly with concern and without judgment Example Instead of saying ldquoDonrsquot be late for meetingsrdquo try saying ldquoI need you to be at meetings at least one minute before they start How can I help you do thatrdquo
bull Listen and understand the employeersquos perspec-tive before discussing solutions Help them to de-velop their own solutions which shifts the focus from compliance to commitment
IS NATIONAL
MENTAL HEALTH SCREENING MONTH Mental health screenings can alert peo-ple who might not otherwise seek medi-cal help to the signs of serious illness
WHY SCREEN FOR DEPRESSIONClinical depression is one of the most common mental disorders and causes for disability in the US affecting more than 16 million American adults each year Screenings can help point out the presence of depressive symptoms
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS
bull A persistent sad anxious or ldquoemptyrdquo mood
bull Sleeping too much or too little
bull Changes in appetite weight
bull Loss of interest in activities
bull Restlessness amp irritability
bull Difficulty concentrating remember-ing or making decisions
bull Fatigue or loss of energy
bull Thoughts of death or suicide
If you experience five or more of these symptoms for longer than two weeks or if symptoms are severe enough to inter-fere with your daily routine contact a qualified mental health professional
A series of mental health screening tools can be found at the Mental Health America website httpwwwmentalhealthamericanetmental-health-screening-tools
FACTS amp FIGURES bull 1 in 5 adults experiences a diagnosable
mental illness each year
bull 16 million Americans have at least one
major depressive episode each year
bull In the US mental health issues cause
an estimated 200 million lost work days
each year mdash more than physical illness
and injuries combined
bull Workers with untreated depression
use 2 to 4 times as many healthcare
resources as their peers
Continued
from pg 1
Page 2
HOW TO CREATE A
WORKPLACE
bull Educate employees about
the signs and symptoms
of mental health disor-
ders
bull Encourage employees to
talk about stress work-
load family commit-
ments and other issues
bull Communicate that men-
tal illnesses are real com-
mon and treatable
bull Discourage judgmental
or hurtful labels such as
ldquocrazyrdquo ldquoloonyrdquo or ldquonutsrdquo
bull Help employees transi-
tion back to work after
they take leave
bull Consult with the Florida
State Employee Assis-
tance Program
wwwsofeapcom or
1-844-208-7067
Page 3
IN AN ACTIVE
SHOOTER SITUATION
AN ACTIVE SHOOTER IS AN INDIVIDUAL ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN KILLING OR ATTEMPTING TO KILL PEOPLE IN A CONFINED AND POPULATED AREA TYPICALLY THROUGH THE USE OF FIREARMS
IN MOST CASES ACTIVE SHOOTER INCIDENTS HAVE NO PATTERN OR METHOD TO THE SELECTION OF VICTIMS
THE AVERAGE ACTIVE SHOOTER EVENT LASTS LESS THAN TEN MINUTES OFTEN ENDING BEFORE LAW ENFORCEMENT EVEN HAS TIME TO RESPOND
HERE ARE SOME WAYS IN WHICH YOU CAN PROTECT YOURSELF
CALL 911 WHEN IT IS SAFE TO DO SO You will need
to provide the location number and physical descrip-
tion of shooters number and types of weapons
involved and number of potential victims at your
location
Be aware of your environment and any possible
dangers
Take note of the two nearest exits in any facility where
you work or visit Have an escape route and plan in
mind
If you can escape leave your belongings behind keep
your hands visible and help others escape if possible
If you cannot escape get into a room and secure the
doors Hide out of sight and behind large items
Silence your cell phone and other sources of sound
ONLY AS A LAST RESORT if your life is in imminent
danger attempt to incapacitate or disrupt the active
shooter Act with physical aggression Be loud Use
improvised weapons Throw items at the shooter
WHEN LAW ENFORCEMENT ARRIVES remain calm and
follow instructions Put down any items in your hands
spread your fingers and keep them visible Avoid quick
movements toward officers When evacuating do not
stop to ask officers for help or directions
Hurricane Irma is fresh on the minds of all Floridians But with nearly one and a half
months still left in the hurricane season it is important to remain prepared
Hurricanes tornadoes even
typical Florida storms can
bring damaging rain hail
and wind You probably have
an emergency plan in place
for your home and family
and it is just as important to
make preparations at work
The first step in developing a Comprehensive Plan for the workplace is to assess what risks your workplace is most likely to face (flooding wind damage etc)
Next take an inventory of records and data that should be backed up and kept offsite in case of flooding or other damage
OSHA recommends that an effective Comprehensive Plan contain
A list of conditions that will activate the Plan
Chain of command mdash who will perform emergency functions
Emergency contact list for essential employees
Procedures for evacuation and securing of buildings including routes exits and locations for workers to regroup
Methods allowing personnel to be notified of an emergency such as an alarm system phone tree etc
Procedures for protecting documents and equipment from damage (backing up files covering computers etc)
List of locations of emergency equipment and steps that must be taken when power is out
Safety managers should discuss with management which personnel are critical in an emergency These employees will need to be instructed on how to perform their emergency response duties These may include forwarding phone lines updating and distributing phone lists contacting personnel and posting signs
Once established the Comprehensive Plan will need to be clearly communicated to all personnel so that everyone understands their roles and responsibilities during an emergency Employees should coordinate with other state agencies as well as outside vendors with whom they regularly do business to be sure they are made aware of the emergency situation
For more information about how to prepare for a disaster visit the following websites
Floridarsquos Division of Emergency Management wwwfloridadisasterorg
FEMArsquos Disaster Planning amp Prepa-ration web page wwwfemagovplan-prepare-mitigate
CDC Emergency Preparedness amp Response Natural Disasters amp Se-vere Weather web page wwwcdcgovdisasters
Emergency Management Institute trainingfemagovemi
Ready wwwreadygov
Page 4
Hurricane Irma swirls in the Caribbean
on its way to pummel the Florida
peninsula
Floods caused by Floridarsquos heavy
rains or storm surge can do
catastrophic damage to roads and
structures
Second only to overexertion slips trips and falls account for
more disabling injuries than any other workplace accident In
2015 the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported over 309000
incidents resulting in injuries such as bruises bone fractures
and sprains and even death
The good news is that by implementing basic safety rules and
being aware of our surroundings these types of injuries are
highly preventable
Happen when there is too little friction or
traction on the walking surface
Commonly caused by
bull wet or oily spills
bull unanchored mats or rugs
bull slick untextured flooring
bull Inappropriate footwear
Prevented by
bull cleaning up spills immediately
bull placing warning signs on wet floors
bull installing rubber or abrasive floor mats or replacing worn flooring
bull encouraging workers to wear comfortable rubber-soled shoes
Happen when your foot collides with an ob-
ject causing you to lose balance
Commonly caused by
bull obstructed view or poor lighting
bull objects in walkways
bull uncovered cables
bull uneven walking surfaces
bull desk amp cabinet drawers being left open
Prevented by
bull keeping walkways free of clutter
bull tacking down or replacing rugs that do not lay flat
bull Keeping drawers closed when not in use
bull Maintaining a well-lit workspace
Same as with trips but from an elevation
such as ladders roofs or stairs
Commonly caused by
bull Slippery cluttered or unstable walking or working surfaces
bull Unprotected edges floor holes or wall openings
bull Unsafely positioned ladders
bull Misused or unused fall protection
Prevented by
bull Being aware of your surroundings
bull Walking at a pace suitable for the task at hand
bull Always use handrails safety belts and harnesses
Page 5
Stories such as this teach us
that you canrsquot put a price on
safety Cutting corners may
help the bottom line but the
costs of an accident can be
much higher Fires and explo-
sions resulted in 148 occupa-
tional fatalities in 2013
Fire prevention in the workplace begins by
eliminating hazards
ELECTRICAL Make sure outlets are not
overloaded plugs are not loose and wiring
is not faulty or fraying Keep combustible
materials away from electrical equipment
Keep electrical control panels easily accessi-
ble so that the power can be shut off quick-
ly
HOUSEKEEPING Clutter provides fuel and
can prevent access to emergency exits and
equipment Combustible dusts such as
those created by wood plastic metal or
even flour can ignite and explode Make
sure operations that create such dusts are
well ventilated and at a safe distance from
potential ignition sources
DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS Never
smoke in areas where combustible materials
such as paper or chemicals are stored and
extinguish and dispose of smoking materials
safely
MAINTENANCE Be sure machinery and elec-
tronics are in good working order to prevent
overheating and friction sparks Keep heat-
producing equipment such as servers boil-
ers ovens stoves and fryers clean and
store flammable materials away from such
equipment
(Continued on page 7)
They are the head-
lines nobody wants
to read mdash a devas-
tating accident causes loss of life and
property An investigation shows the damage was mul-
tiplied by inadequate safety regulations and cost-
cutting measures
Fire safety experts say these
injuries and deaths could
have been prevented if warn-
ings had been heeded and the
proper precautions taken
In June of this year the Grenfell Tower in West London went up in flames after a manrsquos
refrigerator caught fire resulting in an estimated 80 deaths The building had 24 floors
and only one staircase It had no fire alarms sprinklers or fire
escapes What it did have was a new faccedilade made of materials so
flammable that their use in construction had been banned in the
US and many European countries However in an effort to cut
costs businesses pushed for the UK government to pare back
fire safety regulations
Page 6
Page 7
The next step is to prepare your building and its employees for
a fire emergency OSHA recommends employers develop an
Emergency Action Plan This can range from very simple plans
for offices with no hazardous materials or processes to more
complex plans for workplaces where employees fight fires or
perform medical or rescue tasks Each plan developed should
be specific to the worksite Make sure employees receive train-
ing so they know what to do in case of fire emergency and en-
courage them to point out potential hazards and offer sugges-
tions about the best way to respond
Here are some basic ways your workplace can prepare for a fire
emergency
EXITS Emergency exits should be marked and well lit NEVER
block fire exits The evacuation route should be posted near ex-
its Instruct employees to use stairs rather than elevators during
an emergency
EQUIPMENT Install sprinkler systems smoke detectors and fire
extinguishers and have them tested annually Alarms or other
means of alerting workers of an emergency should be provided
PREPARATION Employees should be instructed on the emer-
gency procedures for their specific agency and jobsite Review
the evacuation routes Address how to evacuate disabled em-
ployees as well as procedures for those who must stay behind
to shut down critical equipment Make sure employees can be
accounted for after they evacuate by designating a safe place to
meet Employers should review the plan with new employees and
with all employees should changes be made
The state of Florida has a Fire Prevention Code (per Chapter
633202 FS) which is enforced by the local fire official within
each county municipality and special fire district Each region
may also have local amendments specific to your community If
you have a specific question regarding the Florida Fire Preven-
tion Code or how it affects a specific building contact your local
fire official
For more information visit the State Fire Marshalrsquos website at
httpwwwmyfloridacfocomdivisionsfm
Tips on how to create your own Emergency Action Plan can be
found at httpswwwoshagovSLTCetoolsevacuation
eaphtml
(Continued from page 6)
The Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act (1120455 FS) ldquopromotes
the goal of drug-free workplaces within government through fair
and reasonable drug-testing methods for the protection of pub-
lic employees and employersrdquo Employers are encouraged to pro-
vide employees who have drug use problems with an opportuni-
ty to participate in an employee assistance program or other re-
habilitation program Some of the benefits seen by drug-free
workplaces include
bull Reduced absenteeism tardiness and turnover
bull Reduced discipline problems
bull Improved morale motivation and productivity
bull Reduced workplace accidents theft and violence
bull Increased quality of goods and services provided by agencies
REFERENCES
ldquoA Guide for employers to promote mental health in the work-placerdquo European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (March 2011) httpwwwenwhporgfileadmindownloads8th_InitiativeMentalHealth_Broschuere_Arbeitgeberpdf
ldquoWorkplace Depression Screening Outreach and Enhanced Treatment Improves Productivity Lowers Employer Costsrdquo Na-tional Institute of Mental Health (September 27 2007) httpswwwnimhnihgovnewsscience-news2007workplace-depression-screening-outreach-and-enhanced-treatment-improves-productivity-lowers-employer-costsshtml
ldquoWhat Is Mental Healthrdquo US Department of Health amp Human Services (nd) httpswwwmentalhealthgovbasicswhat-is-mental-healthindexhtml
ldquoThe Economic Burden of Adults with Major Depressive Disor-der in the United States (2005 and 2010)rdquo by Greenberg Four-nier Sisitsky Pike amp Kessler The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (2015) httpwwwpsychiatristcomjcparticlePages2015v76n02v76n0204aspx
ldquoHow Mental Health Can Save Businesses $225 Billion Each Yearrdquo by Matthew Jones Inc (June 16 2016) httpswwwinccommatthew-joneshow-mental-health-can-save-businesses-225-billion-each-yearhtml
ldquoWhy Grenfell Towner Burned Regulators Put Cost Before Safetyrdquo by Kirkpatrick Hakim amp Glanz The New York Times (June 24 2017) httpswwwnytimescom20170624worldeuropegrenfell-tower-london-firehtmlmcubz=3
ldquoPrevent slips trips and fallsrdquo Safety + Health (May 2017) httpwwwsafetyandhealthmagazinecomarticles15551-prevent-slips-trips-and-falls
ldquoFire Prevention Weekrdquo National Fire Protection Association (nd) httpwwwnfpaorgpublic-educationcampaignsfire-prevention-week
SEARCH TERMS ACTIVE SHOOTER
DEPRESSION
DRUG-FREE
EMERGENCY
FIRE
MENTAL HEALTH
PREVENTION
SAFETY
SLIP
SMOKE ALARM
STIGMA
WEATHER
Page 8
H N V N H J D D X K T O I M Y I C N O I T N E V E R P N E C U A L F I F M R L S T D O N N A C T I V E S H O O T E R T E D O M R M L S P I D D R S A G J V I R I A E A E X K O T L R D I H P A K T P F D B H I H E G F Y M K L R E E E B A G E M Q Y J F T E A E C Q T O M A E N T E M S F R E N H N Y A L T O E X S C F N O K F A X X T B Y G I R G P X X O O X N N H T V O X U K O J T V S M A G P U N K R H W E A T H E R S A E I B D E R I F Y I S Z G Q K D F
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
The Safety and Loss Prevention Out-
look newsletter is for informational
purposes only The Department of
Financial Services does not endorse or
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We look for-
ward to your feedback on
how we can better serve you
To submit story ideas articles
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ing on the link below
State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator
allow their mental health conditions to go undiagnosed or untreated out of shame or fear of reprisal
By promoting mental health in the workplace employers have the op-portunity to eliminate this stigma which will not only improve the overall wellness and satisfaction of employees but also lower costs and increase productivity for the agency A study published in Inc Magazine in 2016 stated that between decreased performance and absenteeism mental illness and substance abuse cost employers around $2258 billion each year And with workplace violence on the rise there is much more at stake than a loss of productivity
So how can your workplace help to promote a healthy environment and eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness Practicing ldquosupportive performance managementrdquo can help
bull If an employee is struggling with performance at work rule out the possibility of a mental health issue before considering disciplinary action Use non-judgmental language such as ldquoYoursquore not your usual selfrdquo rather than ldquoYou seem depressedrdquo
bull Communicate clearly with concern and without judgment Example Instead of saying ldquoDonrsquot be late for meetingsrdquo try saying ldquoI need you to be at meetings at least one minute before they start How can I help you do thatrdquo
bull Listen and understand the employeersquos perspec-tive before discussing solutions Help them to de-velop their own solutions which shifts the focus from compliance to commitment
IS NATIONAL
MENTAL HEALTH SCREENING MONTH Mental health screenings can alert peo-ple who might not otherwise seek medi-cal help to the signs of serious illness
WHY SCREEN FOR DEPRESSIONClinical depression is one of the most common mental disorders and causes for disability in the US affecting more than 16 million American adults each year Screenings can help point out the presence of depressive symptoms
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS
bull A persistent sad anxious or ldquoemptyrdquo mood
bull Sleeping too much or too little
bull Changes in appetite weight
bull Loss of interest in activities
bull Restlessness amp irritability
bull Difficulty concentrating remember-ing or making decisions
bull Fatigue or loss of energy
bull Thoughts of death or suicide
If you experience five or more of these symptoms for longer than two weeks or if symptoms are severe enough to inter-fere with your daily routine contact a qualified mental health professional
A series of mental health screening tools can be found at the Mental Health America website httpwwwmentalhealthamericanetmental-health-screening-tools
FACTS amp FIGURES bull 1 in 5 adults experiences a diagnosable
mental illness each year
bull 16 million Americans have at least one
major depressive episode each year
bull In the US mental health issues cause
an estimated 200 million lost work days
each year mdash more than physical illness
and injuries combined
bull Workers with untreated depression
use 2 to 4 times as many healthcare
resources as their peers
Continued
from pg 1
Page 2
HOW TO CREATE A
WORKPLACE
bull Educate employees about
the signs and symptoms
of mental health disor-
ders
bull Encourage employees to
talk about stress work-
load family commit-
ments and other issues
bull Communicate that men-
tal illnesses are real com-
mon and treatable
bull Discourage judgmental
or hurtful labels such as
ldquocrazyrdquo ldquoloonyrdquo or ldquonutsrdquo
bull Help employees transi-
tion back to work after
they take leave
bull Consult with the Florida
State Employee Assis-
tance Program
wwwsofeapcom or
1-844-208-7067
Page 3
IN AN ACTIVE
SHOOTER SITUATION
AN ACTIVE SHOOTER IS AN INDIVIDUAL ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN KILLING OR ATTEMPTING TO KILL PEOPLE IN A CONFINED AND POPULATED AREA TYPICALLY THROUGH THE USE OF FIREARMS
IN MOST CASES ACTIVE SHOOTER INCIDENTS HAVE NO PATTERN OR METHOD TO THE SELECTION OF VICTIMS
THE AVERAGE ACTIVE SHOOTER EVENT LASTS LESS THAN TEN MINUTES OFTEN ENDING BEFORE LAW ENFORCEMENT EVEN HAS TIME TO RESPOND
HERE ARE SOME WAYS IN WHICH YOU CAN PROTECT YOURSELF
CALL 911 WHEN IT IS SAFE TO DO SO You will need
to provide the location number and physical descrip-
tion of shooters number and types of weapons
involved and number of potential victims at your
location
Be aware of your environment and any possible
dangers
Take note of the two nearest exits in any facility where
you work or visit Have an escape route and plan in
mind
If you can escape leave your belongings behind keep
your hands visible and help others escape if possible
If you cannot escape get into a room and secure the
doors Hide out of sight and behind large items
Silence your cell phone and other sources of sound
ONLY AS A LAST RESORT if your life is in imminent
danger attempt to incapacitate or disrupt the active
shooter Act with physical aggression Be loud Use
improvised weapons Throw items at the shooter
WHEN LAW ENFORCEMENT ARRIVES remain calm and
follow instructions Put down any items in your hands
spread your fingers and keep them visible Avoid quick
movements toward officers When evacuating do not
stop to ask officers for help or directions
Hurricane Irma is fresh on the minds of all Floridians But with nearly one and a half
months still left in the hurricane season it is important to remain prepared
Hurricanes tornadoes even
typical Florida storms can
bring damaging rain hail
and wind You probably have
an emergency plan in place
for your home and family
and it is just as important to
make preparations at work
The first step in developing a Comprehensive Plan for the workplace is to assess what risks your workplace is most likely to face (flooding wind damage etc)
Next take an inventory of records and data that should be backed up and kept offsite in case of flooding or other damage
OSHA recommends that an effective Comprehensive Plan contain
A list of conditions that will activate the Plan
Chain of command mdash who will perform emergency functions
Emergency contact list for essential employees
Procedures for evacuation and securing of buildings including routes exits and locations for workers to regroup
Methods allowing personnel to be notified of an emergency such as an alarm system phone tree etc
Procedures for protecting documents and equipment from damage (backing up files covering computers etc)
List of locations of emergency equipment and steps that must be taken when power is out
Safety managers should discuss with management which personnel are critical in an emergency These employees will need to be instructed on how to perform their emergency response duties These may include forwarding phone lines updating and distributing phone lists contacting personnel and posting signs
Once established the Comprehensive Plan will need to be clearly communicated to all personnel so that everyone understands their roles and responsibilities during an emergency Employees should coordinate with other state agencies as well as outside vendors with whom they regularly do business to be sure they are made aware of the emergency situation
For more information about how to prepare for a disaster visit the following websites
Floridarsquos Division of Emergency Management wwwfloridadisasterorg
FEMArsquos Disaster Planning amp Prepa-ration web page wwwfemagovplan-prepare-mitigate
CDC Emergency Preparedness amp Response Natural Disasters amp Se-vere Weather web page wwwcdcgovdisasters
Emergency Management Institute trainingfemagovemi
Ready wwwreadygov
Page 4
Hurricane Irma swirls in the Caribbean
on its way to pummel the Florida
peninsula
Floods caused by Floridarsquos heavy
rains or storm surge can do
catastrophic damage to roads and
structures
Second only to overexertion slips trips and falls account for
more disabling injuries than any other workplace accident In
2015 the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported over 309000
incidents resulting in injuries such as bruises bone fractures
and sprains and even death
The good news is that by implementing basic safety rules and
being aware of our surroundings these types of injuries are
highly preventable
Happen when there is too little friction or
traction on the walking surface
Commonly caused by
bull wet or oily spills
bull unanchored mats or rugs
bull slick untextured flooring
bull Inappropriate footwear
Prevented by
bull cleaning up spills immediately
bull placing warning signs on wet floors
bull installing rubber or abrasive floor mats or replacing worn flooring
bull encouraging workers to wear comfortable rubber-soled shoes
Happen when your foot collides with an ob-
ject causing you to lose balance
Commonly caused by
bull obstructed view or poor lighting
bull objects in walkways
bull uncovered cables
bull uneven walking surfaces
bull desk amp cabinet drawers being left open
Prevented by
bull keeping walkways free of clutter
bull tacking down or replacing rugs that do not lay flat
bull Keeping drawers closed when not in use
bull Maintaining a well-lit workspace
Same as with trips but from an elevation
such as ladders roofs or stairs
Commonly caused by
bull Slippery cluttered or unstable walking or working surfaces
bull Unprotected edges floor holes or wall openings
bull Unsafely positioned ladders
bull Misused or unused fall protection
Prevented by
bull Being aware of your surroundings
bull Walking at a pace suitable for the task at hand
bull Always use handrails safety belts and harnesses
Page 5
Stories such as this teach us
that you canrsquot put a price on
safety Cutting corners may
help the bottom line but the
costs of an accident can be
much higher Fires and explo-
sions resulted in 148 occupa-
tional fatalities in 2013
Fire prevention in the workplace begins by
eliminating hazards
ELECTRICAL Make sure outlets are not
overloaded plugs are not loose and wiring
is not faulty or fraying Keep combustible
materials away from electrical equipment
Keep electrical control panels easily accessi-
ble so that the power can be shut off quick-
ly
HOUSEKEEPING Clutter provides fuel and
can prevent access to emergency exits and
equipment Combustible dusts such as
those created by wood plastic metal or
even flour can ignite and explode Make
sure operations that create such dusts are
well ventilated and at a safe distance from
potential ignition sources
DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS Never
smoke in areas where combustible materials
such as paper or chemicals are stored and
extinguish and dispose of smoking materials
safely
MAINTENANCE Be sure machinery and elec-
tronics are in good working order to prevent
overheating and friction sparks Keep heat-
producing equipment such as servers boil-
ers ovens stoves and fryers clean and
store flammable materials away from such
equipment
(Continued on page 7)
They are the head-
lines nobody wants
to read mdash a devas-
tating accident causes loss of life and
property An investigation shows the damage was mul-
tiplied by inadequate safety regulations and cost-
cutting measures
Fire safety experts say these
injuries and deaths could
have been prevented if warn-
ings had been heeded and the
proper precautions taken
In June of this year the Grenfell Tower in West London went up in flames after a manrsquos
refrigerator caught fire resulting in an estimated 80 deaths The building had 24 floors
and only one staircase It had no fire alarms sprinklers or fire
escapes What it did have was a new faccedilade made of materials so
flammable that their use in construction had been banned in the
US and many European countries However in an effort to cut
costs businesses pushed for the UK government to pare back
fire safety regulations
Page 6
Page 7
The next step is to prepare your building and its employees for
a fire emergency OSHA recommends employers develop an
Emergency Action Plan This can range from very simple plans
for offices with no hazardous materials or processes to more
complex plans for workplaces where employees fight fires or
perform medical or rescue tasks Each plan developed should
be specific to the worksite Make sure employees receive train-
ing so they know what to do in case of fire emergency and en-
courage them to point out potential hazards and offer sugges-
tions about the best way to respond
Here are some basic ways your workplace can prepare for a fire
emergency
EXITS Emergency exits should be marked and well lit NEVER
block fire exits The evacuation route should be posted near ex-
its Instruct employees to use stairs rather than elevators during
an emergency
EQUIPMENT Install sprinkler systems smoke detectors and fire
extinguishers and have them tested annually Alarms or other
means of alerting workers of an emergency should be provided
PREPARATION Employees should be instructed on the emer-
gency procedures for their specific agency and jobsite Review
the evacuation routes Address how to evacuate disabled em-
ployees as well as procedures for those who must stay behind
to shut down critical equipment Make sure employees can be
accounted for after they evacuate by designating a safe place to
meet Employers should review the plan with new employees and
with all employees should changes be made
The state of Florida has a Fire Prevention Code (per Chapter
633202 FS) which is enforced by the local fire official within
each county municipality and special fire district Each region
may also have local amendments specific to your community If
you have a specific question regarding the Florida Fire Preven-
tion Code or how it affects a specific building contact your local
fire official
For more information visit the State Fire Marshalrsquos website at
httpwwwmyfloridacfocomdivisionsfm
Tips on how to create your own Emergency Action Plan can be
found at httpswwwoshagovSLTCetoolsevacuation
eaphtml
(Continued from page 6)
The Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act (1120455 FS) ldquopromotes
the goal of drug-free workplaces within government through fair
and reasonable drug-testing methods for the protection of pub-
lic employees and employersrdquo Employers are encouraged to pro-
vide employees who have drug use problems with an opportuni-
ty to participate in an employee assistance program or other re-
habilitation program Some of the benefits seen by drug-free
workplaces include
bull Reduced absenteeism tardiness and turnover
bull Reduced discipline problems
bull Improved morale motivation and productivity
bull Reduced workplace accidents theft and violence
bull Increased quality of goods and services provided by agencies
REFERENCES
ldquoA Guide for employers to promote mental health in the work-placerdquo European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (March 2011) httpwwwenwhporgfileadmindownloads8th_InitiativeMentalHealth_Broschuere_Arbeitgeberpdf
ldquoWorkplace Depression Screening Outreach and Enhanced Treatment Improves Productivity Lowers Employer Costsrdquo Na-tional Institute of Mental Health (September 27 2007) httpswwwnimhnihgovnewsscience-news2007workplace-depression-screening-outreach-and-enhanced-treatment-improves-productivity-lowers-employer-costsshtml
ldquoWhat Is Mental Healthrdquo US Department of Health amp Human Services (nd) httpswwwmentalhealthgovbasicswhat-is-mental-healthindexhtml
ldquoThe Economic Burden of Adults with Major Depressive Disor-der in the United States (2005 and 2010)rdquo by Greenberg Four-nier Sisitsky Pike amp Kessler The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (2015) httpwwwpsychiatristcomjcparticlePages2015v76n02v76n0204aspx
ldquoHow Mental Health Can Save Businesses $225 Billion Each Yearrdquo by Matthew Jones Inc (June 16 2016) httpswwwinccommatthew-joneshow-mental-health-can-save-businesses-225-billion-each-yearhtml
ldquoWhy Grenfell Towner Burned Regulators Put Cost Before Safetyrdquo by Kirkpatrick Hakim amp Glanz The New York Times (June 24 2017) httpswwwnytimescom20170624worldeuropegrenfell-tower-london-firehtmlmcubz=3
ldquoPrevent slips trips and fallsrdquo Safety + Health (May 2017) httpwwwsafetyandhealthmagazinecomarticles15551-prevent-slips-trips-and-falls
ldquoFire Prevention Weekrdquo National Fire Protection Association (nd) httpwwwnfpaorgpublic-educationcampaignsfire-prevention-week
SEARCH TERMS ACTIVE SHOOTER
DEPRESSION
DRUG-FREE
EMERGENCY
FIRE
MENTAL HEALTH
PREVENTION
SAFETY
SLIP
SMOKE ALARM
STIGMA
WEATHER
Page 8
H N V N H J D D X K T O I M Y I C N O I T N E V E R P N E C U A L F I F M R L S T D O N N A C T I V E S H O O T E R T E D O M R M L S P I D D R S A G J V I R I A E A E X K O T L R D I H P A K T P F D B H I H E G F Y M K L R E E E B A G E M Q Y J F T E A E C Q T O M A E N T E M S F R E N H N Y A L T O E X S C F N O K F A X X T B Y G I R G P X X O O X N N H T V O X U K O J T V S M A G P U N K R H W E A T H E R S A E I B D E R I F Y I S Z G Q K D F
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
The Safety and Loss Prevention Out-
look newsletter is for informational
purposes only The Department of
Financial Services does not endorse or
support any websites products
brands or services referenced herein
We look for-
ward to your feedback on
how we can better serve you
To submit story ideas articles
and other suggestionsmdashor to
be added to our distribution
list please contact us by click-
ing on the link below
State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator
HOW TO CREATE A
WORKPLACE
bull Educate employees about
the signs and symptoms
of mental health disor-
ders
bull Encourage employees to
talk about stress work-
load family commit-
ments and other issues
bull Communicate that men-
tal illnesses are real com-
mon and treatable
bull Discourage judgmental
or hurtful labels such as
ldquocrazyrdquo ldquoloonyrdquo or ldquonutsrdquo
bull Help employees transi-
tion back to work after
they take leave
bull Consult with the Florida
State Employee Assis-
tance Program
wwwsofeapcom or
1-844-208-7067
Page 3
IN AN ACTIVE
SHOOTER SITUATION
AN ACTIVE SHOOTER IS AN INDIVIDUAL ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN KILLING OR ATTEMPTING TO KILL PEOPLE IN A CONFINED AND POPULATED AREA TYPICALLY THROUGH THE USE OF FIREARMS
IN MOST CASES ACTIVE SHOOTER INCIDENTS HAVE NO PATTERN OR METHOD TO THE SELECTION OF VICTIMS
THE AVERAGE ACTIVE SHOOTER EVENT LASTS LESS THAN TEN MINUTES OFTEN ENDING BEFORE LAW ENFORCEMENT EVEN HAS TIME TO RESPOND
HERE ARE SOME WAYS IN WHICH YOU CAN PROTECT YOURSELF
CALL 911 WHEN IT IS SAFE TO DO SO You will need
to provide the location number and physical descrip-
tion of shooters number and types of weapons
involved and number of potential victims at your
location
Be aware of your environment and any possible
dangers
Take note of the two nearest exits in any facility where
you work or visit Have an escape route and plan in
mind
If you can escape leave your belongings behind keep
your hands visible and help others escape if possible
If you cannot escape get into a room and secure the
doors Hide out of sight and behind large items
Silence your cell phone and other sources of sound
ONLY AS A LAST RESORT if your life is in imminent
danger attempt to incapacitate or disrupt the active
shooter Act with physical aggression Be loud Use
improvised weapons Throw items at the shooter
WHEN LAW ENFORCEMENT ARRIVES remain calm and
follow instructions Put down any items in your hands
spread your fingers and keep them visible Avoid quick
movements toward officers When evacuating do not
stop to ask officers for help or directions
Hurricane Irma is fresh on the minds of all Floridians But with nearly one and a half
months still left in the hurricane season it is important to remain prepared
Hurricanes tornadoes even
typical Florida storms can
bring damaging rain hail
and wind You probably have
an emergency plan in place
for your home and family
and it is just as important to
make preparations at work
The first step in developing a Comprehensive Plan for the workplace is to assess what risks your workplace is most likely to face (flooding wind damage etc)
Next take an inventory of records and data that should be backed up and kept offsite in case of flooding or other damage
OSHA recommends that an effective Comprehensive Plan contain
A list of conditions that will activate the Plan
Chain of command mdash who will perform emergency functions
Emergency contact list for essential employees
Procedures for evacuation and securing of buildings including routes exits and locations for workers to regroup
Methods allowing personnel to be notified of an emergency such as an alarm system phone tree etc
Procedures for protecting documents and equipment from damage (backing up files covering computers etc)
List of locations of emergency equipment and steps that must be taken when power is out
Safety managers should discuss with management which personnel are critical in an emergency These employees will need to be instructed on how to perform their emergency response duties These may include forwarding phone lines updating and distributing phone lists contacting personnel and posting signs
Once established the Comprehensive Plan will need to be clearly communicated to all personnel so that everyone understands their roles and responsibilities during an emergency Employees should coordinate with other state agencies as well as outside vendors with whom they regularly do business to be sure they are made aware of the emergency situation
For more information about how to prepare for a disaster visit the following websites
Floridarsquos Division of Emergency Management wwwfloridadisasterorg
FEMArsquos Disaster Planning amp Prepa-ration web page wwwfemagovplan-prepare-mitigate
CDC Emergency Preparedness amp Response Natural Disasters amp Se-vere Weather web page wwwcdcgovdisasters
Emergency Management Institute trainingfemagovemi
Ready wwwreadygov
Page 4
Hurricane Irma swirls in the Caribbean
on its way to pummel the Florida
peninsula
Floods caused by Floridarsquos heavy
rains or storm surge can do
catastrophic damage to roads and
structures
Second only to overexertion slips trips and falls account for
more disabling injuries than any other workplace accident In
2015 the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported over 309000
incidents resulting in injuries such as bruises bone fractures
and sprains and even death
The good news is that by implementing basic safety rules and
being aware of our surroundings these types of injuries are
highly preventable
Happen when there is too little friction or
traction on the walking surface
Commonly caused by
bull wet or oily spills
bull unanchored mats or rugs
bull slick untextured flooring
bull Inappropriate footwear
Prevented by
bull cleaning up spills immediately
bull placing warning signs on wet floors
bull installing rubber or abrasive floor mats or replacing worn flooring
bull encouraging workers to wear comfortable rubber-soled shoes
Happen when your foot collides with an ob-
ject causing you to lose balance
Commonly caused by
bull obstructed view or poor lighting
bull objects in walkways
bull uncovered cables
bull uneven walking surfaces
bull desk amp cabinet drawers being left open
Prevented by
bull keeping walkways free of clutter
bull tacking down or replacing rugs that do not lay flat
bull Keeping drawers closed when not in use
bull Maintaining a well-lit workspace
Same as with trips but from an elevation
such as ladders roofs or stairs
Commonly caused by
bull Slippery cluttered or unstable walking or working surfaces
bull Unprotected edges floor holes or wall openings
bull Unsafely positioned ladders
bull Misused or unused fall protection
Prevented by
bull Being aware of your surroundings
bull Walking at a pace suitable for the task at hand
bull Always use handrails safety belts and harnesses
Page 5
Stories such as this teach us
that you canrsquot put a price on
safety Cutting corners may
help the bottom line but the
costs of an accident can be
much higher Fires and explo-
sions resulted in 148 occupa-
tional fatalities in 2013
Fire prevention in the workplace begins by
eliminating hazards
ELECTRICAL Make sure outlets are not
overloaded plugs are not loose and wiring
is not faulty or fraying Keep combustible
materials away from electrical equipment
Keep electrical control panels easily accessi-
ble so that the power can be shut off quick-
ly
HOUSEKEEPING Clutter provides fuel and
can prevent access to emergency exits and
equipment Combustible dusts such as
those created by wood plastic metal or
even flour can ignite and explode Make
sure operations that create such dusts are
well ventilated and at a safe distance from
potential ignition sources
DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS Never
smoke in areas where combustible materials
such as paper or chemicals are stored and
extinguish and dispose of smoking materials
safely
MAINTENANCE Be sure machinery and elec-
tronics are in good working order to prevent
overheating and friction sparks Keep heat-
producing equipment such as servers boil-
ers ovens stoves and fryers clean and
store flammable materials away from such
equipment
(Continued on page 7)
They are the head-
lines nobody wants
to read mdash a devas-
tating accident causes loss of life and
property An investigation shows the damage was mul-
tiplied by inadequate safety regulations and cost-
cutting measures
Fire safety experts say these
injuries and deaths could
have been prevented if warn-
ings had been heeded and the
proper precautions taken
In June of this year the Grenfell Tower in West London went up in flames after a manrsquos
refrigerator caught fire resulting in an estimated 80 deaths The building had 24 floors
and only one staircase It had no fire alarms sprinklers or fire
escapes What it did have was a new faccedilade made of materials so
flammable that their use in construction had been banned in the
US and many European countries However in an effort to cut
costs businesses pushed for the UK government to pare back
fire safety regulations
Page 6
Page 7
The next step is to prepare your building and its employees for
a fire emergency OSHA recommends employers develop an
Emergency Action Plan This can range from very simple plans
for offices with no hazardous materials or processes to more
complex plans for workplaces where employees fight fires or
perform medical or rescue tasks Each plan developed should
be specific to the worksite Make sure employees receive train-
ing so they know what to do in case of fire emergency and en-
courage them to point out potential hazards and offer sugges-
tions about the best way to respond
Here are some basic ways your workplace can prepare for a fire
emergency
EXITS Emergency exits should be marked and well lit NEVER
block fire exits The evacuation route should be posted near ex-
its Instruct employees to use stairs rather than elevators during
an emergency
EQUIPMENT Install sprinkler systems smoke detectors and fire
extinguishers and have them tested annually Alarms or other
means of alerting workers of an emergency should be provided
PREPARATION Employees should be instructed on the emer-
gency procedures for their specific agency and jobsite Review
the evacuation routes Address how to evacuate disabled em-
ployees as well as procedures for those who must stay behind
to shut down critical equipment Make sure employees can be
accounted for after they evacuate by designating a safe place to
meet Employers should review the plan with new employees and
with all employees should changes be made
The state of Florida has a Fire Prevention Code (per Chapter
633202 FS) which is enforced by the local fire official within
each county municipality and special fire district Each region
may also have local amendments specific to your community If
you have a specific question regarding the Florida Fire Preven-
tion Code or how it affects a specific building contact your local
fire official
For more information visit the State Fire Marshalrsquos website at
httpwwwmyfloridacfocomdivisionsfm
Tips on how to create your own Emergency Action Plan can be
found at httpswwwoshagovSLTCetoolsevacuation
eaphtml
(Continued from page 6)
The Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act (1120455 FS) ldquopromotes
the goal of drug-free workplaces within government through fair
and reasonable drug-testing methods for the protection of pub-
lic employees and employersrdquo Employers are encouraged to pro-
vide employees who have drug use problems with an opportuni-
ty to participate in an employee assistance program or other re-
habilitation program Some of the benefits seen by drug-free
workplaces include
bull Reduced absenteeism tardiness and turnover
bull Reduced discipline problems
bull Improved morale motivation and productivity
bull Reduced workplace accidents theft and violence
bull Increased quality of goods and services provided by agencies
REFERENCES
ldquoA Guide for employers to promote mental health in the work-placerdquo European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (March 2011) httpwwwenwhporgfileadmindownloads8th_InitiativeMentalHealth_Broschuere_Arbeitgeberpdf
ldquoWorkplace Depression Screening Outreach and Enhanced Treatment Improves Productivity Lowers Employer Costsrdquo Na-tional Institute of Mental Health (September 27 2007) httpswwwnimhnihgovnewsscience-news2007workplace-depression-screening-outreach-and-enhanced-treatment-improves-productivity-lowers-employer-costsshtml
ldquoWhat Is Mental Healthrdquo US Department of Health amp Human Services (nd) httpswwwmentalhealthgovbasicswhat-is-mental-healthindexhtml
ldquoThe Economic Burden of Adults with Major Depressive Disor-der in the United States (2005 and 2010)rdquo by Greenberg Four-nier Sisitsky Pike amp Kessler The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (2015) httpwwwpsychiatristcomjcparticlePages2015v76n02v76n0204aspx
ldquoHow Mental Health Can Save Businesses $225 Billion Each Yearrdquo by Matthew Jones Inc (June 16 2016) httpswwwinccommatthew-joneshow-mental-health-can-save-businesses-225-billion-each-yearhtml
ldquoWhy Grenfell Towner Burned Regulators Put Cost Before Safetyrdquo by Kirkpatrick Hakim amp Glanz The New York Times (June 24 2017) httpswwwnytimescom20170624worldeuropegrenfell-tower-london-firehtmlmcubz=3
ldquoPrevent slips trips and fallsrdquo Safety + Health (May 2017) httpwwwsafetyandhealthmagazinecomarticles15551-prevent-slips-trips-and-falls
ldquoFire Prevention Weekrdquo National Fire Protection Association (nd) httpwwwnfpaorgpublic-educationcampaignsfire-prevention-week
SEARCH TERMS ACTIVE SHOOTER
DEPRESSION
DRUG-FREE
EMERGENCY
FIRE
MENTAL HEALTH
PREVENTION
SAFETY
SLIP
SMOKE ALARM
STIGMA
WEATHER
Page 8
H N V N H J D D X K T O I M Y I C N O I T N E V E R P N E C U A L F I F M R L S T D O N N A C T I V E S H O O T E R T E D O M R M L S P I D D R S A G J V I R I A E A E X K O T L R D I H P A K T P F D B H I H E G F Y M K L R E E E B A G E M Q Y J F T E A E C Q T O M A E N T E M S F R E N H N Y A L T O E X S C F N O K F A X X T B Y G I R G P X X O O X N N H T V O X U K O J T V S M A G P U N K R H W E A T H E R S A E I B D E R I F Y I S Z G Q K D F
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
The Safety and Loss Prevention Out-
look newsletter is for informational
purposes only The Department of
Financial Services does not endorse or
support any websites products
brands or services referenced herein
We look for-
ward to your feedback on
how we can better serve you
To submit story ideas articles
and other suggestionsmdashor to
be added to our distribution
list please contact us by click-
ing on the link below
State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator
Hurricane Irma is fresh on the minds of all Floridians But with nearly one and a half
months still left in the hurricane season it is important to remain prepared
Hurricanes tornadoes even
typical Florida storms can
bring damaging rain hail
and wind You probably have
an emergency plan in place
for your home and family
and it is just as important to
make preparations at work
The first step in developing a Comprehensive Plan for the workplace is to assess what risks your workplace is most likely to face (flooding wind damage etc)
Next take an inventory of records and data that should be backed up and kept offsite in case of flooding or other damage
OSHA recommends that an effective Comprehensive Plan contain
A list of conditions that will activate the Plan
Chain of command mdash who will perform emergency functions
Emergency contact list for essential employees
Procedures for evacuation and securing of buildings including routes exits and locations for workers to regroup
Methods allowing personnel to be notified of an emergency such as an alarm system phone tree etc
Procedures for protecting documents and equipment from damage (backing up files covering computers etc)
List of locations of emergency equipment and steps that must be taken when power is out
Safety managers should discuss with management which personnel are critical in an emergency These employees will need to be instructed on how to perform their emergency response duties These may include forwarding phone lines updating and distributing phone lists contacting personnel and posting signs
Once established the Comprehensive Plan will need to be clearly communicated to all personnel so that everyone understands their roles and responsibilities during an emergency Employees should coordinate with other state agencies as well as outside vendors with whom they regularly do business to be sure they are made aware of the emergency situation
For more information about how to prepare for a disaster visit the following websites
Floridarsquos Division of Emergency Management wwwfloridadisasterorg
FEMArsquos Disaster Planning amp Prepa-ration web page wwwfemagovplan-prepare-mitigate
CDC Emergency Preparedness amp Response Natural Disasters amp Se-vere Weather web page wwwcdcgovdisasters
Emergency Management Institute trainingfemagovemi
Ready wwwreadygov
Page 4
Hurricane Irma swirls in the Caribbean
on its way to pummel the Florida
peninsula
Floods caused by Floridarsquos heavy
rains or storm surge can do
catastrophic damage to roads and
structures
Second only to overexertion slips trips and falls account for
more disabling injuries than any other workplace accident In
2015 the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported over 309000
incidents resulting in injuries such as bruises bone fractures
and sprains and even death
The good news is that by implementing basic safety rules and
being aware of our surroundings these types of injuries are
highly preventable
Happen when there is too little friction or
traction on the walking surface
Commonly caused by
bull wet or oily spills
bull unanchored mats or rugs
bull slick untextured flooring
bull Inappropriate footwear
Prevented by
bull cleaning up spills immediately
bull placing warning signs on wet floors
bull installing rubber or abrasive floor mats or replacing worn flooring
bull encouraging workers to wear comfortable rubber-soled shoes
Happen when your foot collides with an ob-
ject causing you to lose balance
Commonly caused by
bull obstructed view or poor lighting
bull objects in walkways
bull uncovered cables
bull uneven walking surfaces
bull desk amp cabinet drawers being left open
Prevented by
bull keeping walkways free of clutter
bull tacking down or replacing rugs that do not lay flat
bull Keeping drawers closed when not in use
bull Maintaining a well-lit workspace
Same as with trips but from an elevation
such as ladders roofs or stairs
Commonly caused by
bull Slippery cluttered or unstable walking or working surfaces
bull Unprotected edges floor holes or wall openings
bull Unsafely positioned ladders
bull Misused or unused fall protection
Prevented by
bull Being aware of your surroundings
bull Walking at a pace suitable for the task at hand
bull Always use handrails safety belts and harnesses
Page 5
Stories such as this teach us
that you canrsquot put a price on
safety Cutting corners may
help the bottom line but the
costs of an accident can be
much higher Fires and explo-
sions resulted in 148 occupa-
tional fatalities in 2013
Fire prevention in the workplace begins by
eliminating hazards
ELECTRICAL Make sure outlets are not
overloaded plugs are not loose and wiring
is not faulty or fraying Keep combustible
materials away from electrical equipment
Keep electrical control panels easily accessi-
ble so that the power can be shut off quick-
ly
HOUSEKEEPING Clutter provides fuel and
can prevent access to emergency exits and
equipment Combustible dusts such as
those created by wood plastic metal or
even flour can ignite and explode Make
sure operations that create such dusts are
well ventilated and at a safe distance from
potential ignition sources
DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS Never
smoke in areas where combustible materials
such as paper or chemicals are stored and
extinguish and dispose of smoking materials
safely
MAINTENANCE Be sure machinery and elec-
tronics are in good working order to prevent
overheating and friction sparks Keep heat-
producing equipment such as servers boil-
ers ovens stoves and fryers clean and
store flammable materials away from such
equipment
(Continued on page 7)
They are the head-
lines nobody wants
to read mdash a devas-
tating accident causes loss of life and
property An investigation shows the damage was mul-
tiplied by inadequate safety regulations and cost-
cutting measures
Fire safety experts say these
injuries and deaths could
have been prevented if warn-
ings had been heeded and the
proper precautions taken
In June of this year the Grenfell Tower in West London went up in flames after a manrsquos
refrigerator caught fire resulting in an estimated 80 deaths The building had 24 floors
and only one staircase It had no fire alarms sprinklers or fire
escapes What it did have was a new faccedilade made of materials so
flammable that their use in construction had been banned in the
US and many European countries However in an effort to cut
costs businesses pushed for the UK government to pare back
fire safety regulations
Page 6
Page 7
The next step is to prepare your building and its employees for
a fire emergency OSHA recommends employers develop an
Emergency Action Plan This can range from very simple plans
for offices with no hazardous materials or processes to more
complex plans for workplaces where employees fight fires or
perform medical or rescue tasks Each plan developed should
be specific to the worksite Make sure employees receive train-
ing so they know what to do in case of fire emergency and en-
courage them to point out potential hazards and offer sugges-
tions about the best way to respond
Here are some basic ways your workplace can prepare for a fire
emergency
EXITS Emergency exits should be marked and well lit NEVER
block fire exits The evacuation route should be posted near ex-
its Instruct employees to use stairs rather than elevators during
an emergency
EQUIPMENT Install sprinkler systems smoke detectors and fire
extinguishers and have them tested annually Alarms or other
means of alerting workers of an emergency should be provided
PREPARATION Employees should be instructed on the emer-
gency procedures for their specific agency and jobsite Review
the evacuation routes Address how to evacuate disabled em-
ployees as well as procedures for those who must stay behind
to shut down critical equipment Make sure employees can be
accounted for after they evacuate by designating a safe place to
meet Employers should review the plan with new employees and
with all employees should changes be made
The state of Florida has a Fire Prevention Code (per Chapter
633202 FS) which is enforced by the local fire official within
each county municipality and special fire district Each region
may also have local amendments specific to your community If
you have a specific question regarding the Florida Fire Preven-
tion Code or how it affects a specific building contact your local
fire official
For more information visit the State Fire Marshalrsquos website at
httpwwwmyfloridacfocomdivisionsfm
Tips on how to create your own Emergency Action Plan can be
found at httpswwwoshagovSLTCetoolsevacuation
eaphtml
(Continued from page 6)
The Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act (1120455 FS) ldquopromotes
the goal of drug-free workplaces within government through fair
and reasonable drug-testing methods for the protection of pub-
lic employees and employersrdquo Employers are encouraged to pro-
vide employees who have drug use problems with an opportuni-
ty to participate in an employee assistance program or other re-
habilitation program Some of the benefits seen by drug-free
workplaces include
bull Reduced absenteeism tardiness and turnover
bull Reduced discipline problems
bull Improved morale motivation and productivity
bull Reduced workplace accidents theft and violence
bull Increased quality of goods and services provided by agencies
REFERENCES
ldquoA Guide for employers to promote mental health in the work-placerdquo European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (March 2011) httpwwwenwhporgfileadmindownloads8th_InitiativeMentalHealth_Broschuere_Arbeitgeberpdf
ldquoWorkplace Depression Screening Outreach and Enhanced Treatment Improves Productivity Lowers Employer Costsrdquo Na-tional Institute of Mental Health (September 27 2007) httpswwwnimhnihgovnewsscience-news2007workplace-depression-screening-outreach-and-enhanced-treatment-improves-productivity-lowers-employer-costsshtml
ldquoWhat Is Mental Healthrdquo US Department of Health amp Human Services (nd) httpswwwmentalhealthgovbasicswhat-is-mental-healthindexhtml
ldquoThe Economic Burden of Adults with Major Depressive Disor-der in the United States (2005 and 2010)rdquo by Greenberg Four-nier Sisitsky Pike amp Kessler The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (2015) httpwwwpsychiatristcomjcparticlePages2015v76n02v76n0204aspx
ldquoHow Mental Health Can Save Businesses $225 Billion Each Yearrdquo by Matthew Jones Inc (June 16 2016) httpswwwinccommatthew-joneshow-mental-health-can-save-businesses-225-billion-each-yearhtml
ldquoWhy Grenfell Towner Burned Regulators Put Cost Before Safetyrdquo by Kirkpatrick Hakim amp Glanz The New York Times (June 24 2017) httpswwwnytimescom20170624worldeuropegrenfell-tower-london-firehtmlmcubz=3
ldquoPrevent slips trips and fallsrdquo Safety + Health (May 2017) httpwwwsafetyandhealthmagazinecomarticles15551-prevent-slips-trips-and-falls
ldquoFire Prevention Weekrdquo National Fire Protection Association (nd) httpwwwnfpaorgpublic-educationcampaignsfire-prevention-week
SEARCH TERMS ACTIVE SHOOTER
DEPRESSION
DRUG-FREE
EMERGENCY
FIRE
MENTAL HEALTH
PREVENTION
SAFETY
SLIP
SMOKE ALARM
STIGMA
WEATHER
Page 8
H N V N H J D D X K T O I M Y I C N O I T N E V E R P N E C U A L F I F M R L S T D O N N A C T I V E S H O O T E R T E D O M R M L S P I D D R S A G J V I R I A E A E X K O T L R D I H P A K T P F D B H I H E G F Y M K L R E E E B A G E M Q Y J F T E A E C Q T O M A E N T E M S F R E N H N Y A L T O E X S C F N O K F A X X T B Y G I R G P X X O O X N N H T V O X U K O J T V S M A G P U N K R H W E A T H E R S A E I B D E R I F Y I S Z G Q K D F
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
The Safety and Loss Prevention Out-
look newsletter is for informational
purposes only The Department of
Financial Services does not endorse or
support any websites products
brands or services referenced herein
We look for-
ward to your feedback on
how we can better serve you
To submit story ideas articles
and other suggestionsmdashor to
be added to our distribution
list please contact us by click-
ing on the link below
State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator
Second only to overexertion slips trips and falls account for
more disabling injuries than any other workplace accident In
2015 the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported over 309000
incidents resulting in injuries such as bruises bone fractures
and sprains and even death
The good news is that by implementing basic safety rules and
being aware of our surroundings these types of injuries are
highly preventable
Happen when there is too little friction or
traction on the walking surface
Commonly caused by
bull wet or oily spills
bull unanchored mats or rugs
bull slick untextured flooring
bull Inappropriate footwear
Prevented by
bull cleaning up spills immediately
bull placing warning signs on wet floors
bull installing rubber or abrasive floor mats or replacing worn flooring
bull encouraging workers to wear comfortable rubber-soled shoes
Happen when your foot collides with an ob-
ject causing you to lose balance
Commonly caused by
bull obstructed view or poor lighting
bull objects in walkways
bull uncovered cables
bull uneven walking surfaces
bull desk amp cabinet drawers being left open
Prevented by
bull keeping walkways free of clutter
bull tacking down or replacing rugs that do not lay flat
bull Keeping drawers closed when not in use
bull Maintaining a well-lit workspace
Same as with trips but from an elevation
such as ladders roofs or stairs
Commonly caused by
bull Slippery cluttered or unstable walking or working surfaces
bull Unprotected edges floor holes or wall openings
bull Unsafely positioned ladders
bull Misused or unused fall protection
Prevented by
bull Being aware of your surroundings
bull Walking at a pace suitable for the task at hand
bull Always use handrails safety belts and harnesses
Page 5
Stories such as this teach us
that you canrsquot put a price on
safety Cutting corners may
help the bottom line but the
costs of an accident can be
much higher Fires and explo-
sions resulted in 148 occupa-
tional fatalities in 2013
Fire prevention in the workplace begins by
eliminating hazards
ELECTRICAL Make sure outlets are not
overloaded plugs are not loose and wiring
is not faulty or fraying Keep combustible
materials away from electrical equipment
Keep electrical control panels easily accessi-
ble so that the power can be shut off quick-
ly
HOUSEKEEPING Clutter provides fuel and
can prevent access to emergency exits and
equipment Combustible dusts such as
those created by wood plastic metal or
even flour can ignite and explode Make
sure operations that create such dusts are
well ventilated and at a safe distance from
potential ignition sources
DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS Never
smoke in areas where combustible materials
such as paper or chemicals are stored and
extinguish and dispose of smoking materials
safely
MAINTENANCE Be sure machinery and elec-
tronics are in good working order to prevent
overheating and friction sparks Keep heat-
producing equipment such as servers boil-
ers ovens stoves and fryers clean and
store flammable materials away from such
equipment
(Continued on page 7)
They are the head-
lines nobody wants
to read mdash a devas-
tating accident causes loss of life and
property An investigation shows the damage was mul-
tiplied by inadequate safety regulations and cost-
cutting measures
Fire safety experts say these
injuries and deaths could
have been prevented if warn-
ings had been heeded and the
proper precautions taken
In June of this year the Grenfell Tower in West London went up in flames after a manrsquos
refrigerator caught fire resulting in an estimated 80 deaths The building had 24 floors
and only one staircase It had no fire alarms sprinklers or fire
escapes What it did have was a new faccedilade made of materials so
flammable that their use in construction had been banned in the
US and many European countries However in an effort to cut
costs businesses pushed for the UK government to pare back
fire safety regulations
Page 6
Page 7
The next step is to prepare your building and its employees for
a fire emergency OSHA recommends employers develop an
Emergency Action Plan This can range from very simple plans
for offices with no hazardous materials or processes to more
complex plans for workplaces where employees fight fires or
perform medical or rescue tasks Each plan developed should
be specific to the worksite Make sure employees receive train-
ing so they know what to do in case of fire emergency and en-
courage them to point out potential hazards and offer sugges-
tions about the best way to respond
Here are some basic ways your workplace can prepare for a fire
emergency
EXITS Emergency exits should be marked and well lit NEVER
block fire exits The evacuation route should be posted near ex-
its Instruct employees to use stairs rather than elevators during
an emergency
EQUIPMENT Install sprinkler systems smoke detectors and fire
extinguishers and have them tested annually Alarms or other
means of alerting workers of an emergency should be provided
PREPARATION Employees should be instructed on the emer-
gency procedures for their specific agency and jobsite Review
the evacuation routes Address how to evacuate disabled em-
ployees as well as procedures for those who must stay behind
to shut down critical equipment Make sure employees can be
accounted for after they evacuate by designating a safe place to
meet Employers should review the plan with new employees and
with all employees should changes be made
The state of Florida has a Fire Prevention Code (per Chapter
633202 FS) which is enforced by the local fire official within
each county municipality and special fire district Each region
may also have local amendments specific to your community If
you have a specific question regarding the Florida Fire Preven-
tion Code or how it affects a specific building contact your local
fire official
For more information visit the State Fire Marshalrsquos website at
httpwwwmyfloridacfocomdivisionsfm
Tips on how to create your own Emergency Action Plan can be
found at httpswwwoshagovSLTCetoolsevacuation
eaphtml
(Continued from page 6)
The Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act (1120455 FS) ldquopromotes
the goal of drug-free workplaces within government through fair
and reasonable drug-testing methods for the protection of pub-
lic employees and employersrdquo Employers are encouraged to pro-
vide employees who have drug use problems with an opportuni-
ty to participate in an employee assistance program or other re-
habilitation program Some of the benefits seen by drug-free
workplaces include
bull Reduced absenteeism tardiness and turnover
bull Reduced discipline problems
bull Improved morale motivation and productivity
bull Reduced workplace accidents theft and violence
bull Increased quality of goods and services provided by agencies
REFERENCES
ldquoA Guide for employers to promote mental health in the work-placerdquo European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (March 2011) httpwwwenwhporgfileadmindownloads8th_InitiativeMentalHealth_Broschuere_Arbeitgeberpdf
ldquoWorkplace Depression Screening Outreach and Enhanced Treatment Improves Productivity Lowers Employer Costsrdquo Na-tional Institute of Mental Health (September 27 2007) httpswwwnimhnihgovnewsscience-news2007workplace-depression-screening-outreach-and-enhanced-treatment-improves-productivity-lowers-employer-costsshtml
ldquoWhat Is Mental Healthrdquo US Department of Health amp Human Services (nd) httpswwwmentalhealthgovbasicswhat-is-mental-healthindexhtml
ldquoThe Economic Burden of Adults with Major Depressive Disor-der in the United States (2005 and 2010)rdquo by Greenberg Four-nier Sisitsky Pike amp Kessler The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (2015) httpwwwpsychiatristcomjcparticlePages2015v76n02v76n0204aspx
ldquoHow Mental Health Can Save Businesses $225 Billion Each Yearrdquo by Matthew Jones Inc (June 16 2016) httpswwwinccommatthew-joneshow-mental-health-can-save-businesses-225-billion-each-yearhtml
ldquoWhy Grenfell Towner Burned Regulators Put Cost Before Safetyrdquo by Kirkpatrick Hakim amp Glanz The New York Times (June 24 2017) httpswwwnytimescom20170624worldeuropegrenfell-tower-london-firehtmlmcubz=3
ldquoPrevent slips trips and fallsrdquo Safety + Health (May 2017) httpwwwsafetyandhealthmagazinecomarticles15551-prevent-slips-trips-and-falls
ldquoFire Prevention Weekrdquo National Fire Protection Association (nd) httpwwwnfpaorgpublic-educationcampaignsfire-prevention-week
SEARCH TERMS ACTIVE SHOOTER
DEPRESSION
DRUG-FREE
EMERGENCY
FIRE
MENTAL HEALTH
PREVENTION
SAFETY
SLIP
SMOKE ALARM
STIGMA
WEATHER
Page 8
H N V N H J D D X K T O I M Y I C N O I T N E V E R P N E C U A L F I F M R L S T D O N N A C T I V E S H O O T E R T E D O M R M L S P I D D R S A G J V I R I A E A E X K O T L R D I H P A K T P F D B H I H E G F Y M K L R E E E B A G E M Q Y J F T E A E C Q T O M A E N T E M S F R E N H N Y A L T O E X S C F N O K F A X X T B Y G I R G P X X O O X N N H T V O X U K O J T V S M A G P U N K R H W E A T H E R S A E I B D E R I F Y I S Z G Q K D F
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
The Safety and Loss Prevention Out-
look newsletter is for informational
purposes only The Department of
Financial Services does not endorse or
support any websites products
brands or services referenced herein
We look for-
ward to your feedback on
how we can better serve you
To submit story ideas articles
and other suggestionsmdashor to
be added to our distribution
list please contact us by click-
ing on the link below
State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator
Stories such as this teach us
that you canrsquot put a price on
safety Cutting corners may
help the bottom line but the
costs of an accident can be
much higher Fires and explo-
sions resulted in 148 occupa-
tional fatalities in 2013
Fire prevention in the workplace begins by
eliminating hazards
ELECTRICAL Make sure outlets are not
overloaded plugs are not loose and wiring
is not faulty or fraying Keep combustible
materials away from electrical equipment
Keep electrical control panels easily accessi-
ble so that the power can be shut off quick-
ly
HOUSEKEEPING Clutter provides fuel and
can prevent access to emergency exits and
equipment Combustible dusts such as
those created by wood plastic metal or
even flour can ignite and explode Make
sure operations that create such dusts are
well ventilated and at a safe distance from
potential ignition sources
DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS Never
smoke in areas where combustible materials
such as paper or chemicals are stored and
extinguish and dispose of smoking materials
safely
MAINTENANCE Be sure machinery and elec-
tronics are in good working order to prevent
overheating and friction sparks Keep heat-
producing equipment such as servers boil-
ers ovens stoves and fryers clean and
store flammable materials away from such
equipment
(Continued on page 7)
They are the head-
lines nobody wants
to read mdash a devas-
tating accident causes loss of life and
property An investigation shows the damage was mul-
tiplied by inadequate safety regulations and cost-
cutting measures
Fire safety experts say these
injuries and deaths could
have been prevented if warn-
ings had been heeded and the
proper precautions taken
In June of this year the Grenfell Tower in West London went up in flames after a manrsquos
refrigerator caught fire resulting in an estimated 80 deaths The building had 24 floors
and only one staircase It had no fire alarms sprinklers or fire
escapes What it did have was a new faccedilade made of materials so
flammable that their use in construction had been banned in the
US and many European countries However in an effort to cut
costs businesses pushed for the UK government to pare back
fire safety regulations
Page 6
Page 7
The next step is to prepare your building and its employees for
a fire emergency OSHA recommends employers develop an
Emergency Action Plan This can range from very simple plans
for offices with no hazardous materials or processes to more
complex plans for workplaces where employees fight fires or
perform medical or rescue tasks Each plan developed should
be specific to the worksite Make sure employees receive train-
ing so they know what to do in case of fire emergency and en-
courage them to point out potential hazards and offer sugges-
tions about the best way to respond
Here are some basic ways your workplace can prepare for a fire
emergency
EXITS Emergency exits should be marked and well lit NEVER
block fire exits The evacuation route should be posted near ex-
its Instruct employees to use stairs rather than elevators during
an emergency
EQUIPMENT Install sprinkler systems smoke detectors and fire
extinguishers and have them tested annually Alarms or other
means of alerting workers of an emergency should be provided
PREPARATION Employees should be instructed on the emer-
gency procedures for their specific agency and jobsite Review
the evacuation routes Address how to evacuate disabled em-
ployees as well as procedures for those who must stay behind
to shut down critical equipment Make sure employees can be
accounted for after they evacuate by designating a safe place to
meet Employers should review the plan with new employees and
with all employees should changes be made
The state of Florida has a Fire Prevention Code (per Chapter
633202 FS) which is enforced by the local fire official within
each county municipality and special fire district Each region
may also have local amendments specific to your community If
you have a specific question regarding the Florida Fire Preven-
tion Code or how it affects a specific building contact your local
fire official
For more information visit the State Fire Marshalrsquos website at
httpwwwmyfloridacfocomdivisionsfm
Tips on how to create your own Emergency Action Plan can be
found at httpswwwoshagovSLTCetoolsevacuation
eaphtml
(Continued from page 6)
The Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act (1120455 FS) ldquopromotes
the goal of drug-free workplaces within government through fair
and reasonable drug-testing methods for the protection of pub-
lic employees and employersrdquo Employers are encouraged to pro-
vide employees who have drug use problems with an opportuni-
ty to participate in an employee assistance program or other re-
habilitation program Some of the benefits seen by drug-free
workplaces include
bull Reduced absenteeism tardiness and turnover
bull Reduced discipline problems
bull Improved morale motivation and productivity
bull Reduced workplace accidents theft and violence
bull Increased quality of goods and services provided by agencies
REFERENCES
ldquoA Guide for employers to promote mental health in the work-placerdquo European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (March 2011) httpwwwenwhporgfileadmindownloads8th_InitiativeMentalHealth_Broschuere_Arbeitgeberpdf
ldquoWorkplace Depression Screening Outreach and Enhanced Treatment Improves Productivity Lowers Employer Costsrdquo Na-tional Institute of Mental Health (September 27 2007) httpswwwnimhnihgovnewsscience-news2007workplace-depression-screening-outreach-and-enhanced-treatment-improves-productivity-lowers-employer-costsshtml
ldquoWhat Is Mental Healthrdquo US Department of Health amp Human Services (nd) httpswwwmentalhealthgovbasicswhat-is-mental-healthindexhtml
ldquoThe Economic Burden of Adults with Major Depressive Disor-der in the United States (2005 and 2010)rdquo by Greenberg Four-nier Sisitsky Pike amp Kessler The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (2015) httpwwwpsychiatristcomjcparticlePages2015v76n02v76n0204aspx
ldquoHow Mental Health Can Save Businesses $225 Billion Each Yearrdquo by Matthew Jones Inc (June 16 2016) httpswwwinccommatthew-joneshow-mental-health-can-save-businesses-225-billion-each-yearhtml
ldquoWhy Grenfell Towner Burned Regulators Put Cost Before Safetyrdquo by Kirkpatrick Hakim amp Glanz The New York Times (June 24 2017) httpswwwnytimescom20170624worldeuropegrenfell-tower-london-firehtmlmcubz=3
ldquoPrevent slips trips and fallsrdquo Safety + Health (May 2017) httpwwwsafetyandhealthmagazinecomarticles15551-prevent-slips-trips-and-falls
ldquoFire Prevention Weekrdquo National Fire Protection Association (nd) httpwwwnfpaorgpublic-educationcampaignsfire-prevention-week
SEARCH TERMS ACTIVE SHOOTER
DEPRESSION
DRUG-FREE
EMERGENCY
FIRE
MENTAL HEALTH
PREVENTION
SAFETY
SLIP
SMOKE ALARM
STIGMA
WEATHER
Page 8
H N V N H J D D X K T O I M Y I C N O I T N E V E R P N E C U A L F I F M R L S T D O N N A C T I V E S H O O T E R T E D O M R M L S P I D D R S A G J V I R I A E A E X K O T L R D I H P A K T P F D B H I H E G F Y M K L R E E E B A G E M Q Y J F T E A E C Q T O M A E N T E M S F R E N H N Y A L T O E X S C F N O K F A X X T B Y G I R G P X X O O X N N H T V O X U K O J T V S M A G P U N K R H W E A T H E R S A E I B D E R I F Y I S Z G Q K D F
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
The Safety and Loss Prevention Out-
look newsletter is for informational
purposes only The Department of
Financial Services does not endorse or
support any websites products
brands or services referenced herein
We look for-
ward to your feedback on
how we can better serve you
To submit story ideas articles
and other suggestionsmdashor to
be added to our distribution
list please contact us by click-
ing on the link below
State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator
Page 7
The next step is to prepare your building and its employees for
a fire emergency OSHA recommends employers develop an
Emergency Action Plan This can range from very simple plans
for offices with no hazardous materials or processes to more
complex plans for workplaces where employees fight fires or
perform medical or rescue tasks Each plan developed should
be specific to the worksite Make sure employees receive train-
ing so they know what to do in case of fire emergency and en-
courage them to point out potential hazards and offer sugges-
tions about the best way to respond
Here are some basic ways your workplace can prepare for a fire
emergency
EXITS Emergency exits should be marked and well lit NEVER
block fire exits The evacuation route should be posted near ex-
its Instruct employees to use stairs rather than elevators during
an emergency
EQUIPMENT Install sprinkler systems smoke detectors and fire
extinguishers and have them tested annually Alarms or other
means of alerting workers of an emergency should be provided
PREPARATION Employees should be instructed on the emer-
gency procedures for their specific agency and jobsite Review
the evacuation routes Address how to evacuate disabled em-
ployees as well as procedures for those who must stay behind
to shut down critical equipment Make sure employees can be
accounted for after they evacuate by designating a safe place to
meet Employers should review the plan with new employees and
with all employees should changes be made
The state of Florida has a Fire Prevention Code (per Chapter
633202 FS) which is enforced by the local fire official within
each county municipality and special fire district Each region
may also have local amendments specific to your community If
you have a specific question regarding the Florida Fire Preven-
tion Code or how it affects a specific building contact your local
fire official
For more information visit the State Fire Marshalrsquos website at
httpwwwmyfloridacfocomdivisionsfm
Tips on how to create your own Emergency Action Plan can be
found at httpswwwoshagovSLTCetoolsevacuation
eaphtml
(Continued from page 6)
The Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act (1120455 FS) ldquopromotes
the goal of drug-free workplaces within government through fair
and reasonable drug-testing methods for the protection of pub-
lic employees and employersrdquo Employers are encouraged to pro-
vide employees who have drug use problems with an opportuni-
ty to participate in an employee assistance program or other re-
habilitation program Some of the benefits seen by drug-free
workplaces include
bull Reduced absenteeism tardiness and turnover
bull Reduced discipline problems
bull Improved morale motivation and productivity
bull Reduced workplace accidents theft and violence
bull Increased quality of goods and services provided by agencies
REFERENCES
ldquoA Guide for employers to promote mental health in the work-placerdquo European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (March 2011) httpwwwenwhporgfileadmindownloads8th_InitiativeMentalHealth_Broschuere_Arbeitgeberpdf
ldquoWorkplace Depression Screening Outreach and Enhanced Treatment Improves Productivity Lowers Employer Costsrdquo Na-tional Institute of Mental Health (September 27 2007) httpswwwnimhnihgovnewsscience-news2007workplace-depression-screening-outreach-and-enhanced-treatment-improves-productivity-lowers-employer-costsshtml
ldquoWhat Is Mental Healthrdquo US Department of Health amp Human Services (nd) httpswwwmentalhealthgovbasicswhat-is-mental-healthindexhtml
ldquoThe Economic Burden of Adults with Major Depressive Disor-der in the United States (2005 and 2010)rdquo by Greenberg Four-nier Sisitsky Pike amp Kessler The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (2015) httpwwwpsychiatristcomjcparticlePages2015v76n02v76n0204aspx
ldquoHow Mental Health Can Save Businesses $225 Billion Each Yearrdquo by Matthew Jones Inc (June 16 2016) httpswwwinccommatthew-joneshow-mental-health-can-save-businesses-225-billion-each-yearhtml
ldquoWhy Grenfell Towner Burned Regulators Put Cost Before Safetyrdquo by Kirkpatrick Hakim amp Glanz The New York Times (June 24 2017) httpswwwnytimescom20170624worldeuropegrenfell-tower-london-firehtmlmcubz=3
ldquoPrevent slips trips and fallsrdquo Safety + Health (May 2017) httpwwwsafetyandhealthmagazinecomarticles15551-prevent-slips-trips-and-falls
ldquoFire Prevention Weekrdquo National Fire Protection Association (nd) httpwwwnfpaorgpublic-educationcampaignsfire-prevention-week
SEARCH TERMS ACTIVE SHOOTER
DEPRESSION
DRUG-FREE
EMERGENCY
FIRE
MENTAL HEALTH
PREVENTION
SAFETY
SLIP
SMOKE ALARM
STIGMA
WEATHER
Page 8
H N V N H J D D X K T O I M Y I C N O I T N E V E R P N E C U A L F I F M R L S T D O N N A C T I V E S H O O T E R T E D O M R M L S P I D D R S A G J V I R I A E A E X K O T L R D I H P A K T P F D B H I H E G F Y M K L R E E E B A G E M Q Y J F T E A E C Q T O M A E N T E M S F R E N H N Y A L T O E X S C F N O K F A X X T B Y G I R G P X X O O X N N H T V O X U K O J T V S M A G P U N K R H W E A T H E R S A E I B D E R I F Y I S Z G Q K D F
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
The Safety and Loss Prevention Out-
look newsletter is for informational
purposes only The Department of
Financial Services does not endorse or
support any websites products
brands or services referenced herein
We look for-
ward to your feedback on
how we can better serve you
To submit story ideas articles
and other suggestionsmdashor to
be added to our distribution
list please contact us by click-
ing on the link below
State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator
REFERENCES
ldquoA Guide for employers to promote mental health in the work-placerdquo European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (March 2011) httpwwwenwhporgfileadmindownloads8th_InitiativeMentalHealth_Broschuere_Arbeitgeberpdf
ldquoWorkplace Depression Screening Outreach and Enhanced Treatment Improves Productivity Lowers Employer Costsrdquo Na-tional Institute of Mental Health (September 27 2007) httpswwwnimhnihgovnewsscience-news2007workplace-depression-screening-outreach-and-enhanced-treatment-improves-productivity-lowers-employer-costsshtml
ldquoWhat Is Mental Healthrdquo US Department of Health amp Human Services (nd) httpswwwmentalhealthgovbasicswhat-is-mental-healthindexhtml
ldquoThe Economic Burden of Adults with Major Depressive Disor-der in the United States (2005 and 2010)rdquo by Greenberg Four-nier Sisitsky Pike amp Kessler The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (2015) httpwwwpsychiatristcomjcparticlePages2015v76n02v76n0204aspx
ldquoHow Mental Health Can Save Businesses $225 Billion Each Yearrdquo by Matthew Jones Inc (June 16 2016) httpswwwinccommatthew-joneshow-mental-health-can-save-businesses-225-billion-each-yearhtml
ldquoWhy Grenfell Towner Burned Regulators Put Cost Before Safetyrdquo by Kirkpatrick Hakim amp Glanz The New York Times (June 24 2017) httpswwwnytimescom20170624worldeuropegrenfell-tower-london-firehtmlmcubz=3
ldquoPrevent slips trips and fallsrdquo Safety + Health (May 2017) httpwwwsafetyandhealthmagazinecomarticles15551-prevent-slips-trips-and-falls
ldquoFire Prevention Weekrdquo National Fire Protection Association (nd) httpwwwnfpaorgpublic-educationcampaignsfire-prevention-week
SEARCH TERMS ACTIVE SHOOTER
DEPRESSION
DRUG-FREE
EMERGENCY
FIRE
MENTAL HEALTH
PREVENTION
SAFETY
SLIP
SMOKE ALARM
STIGMA
WEATHER
Page 8
H N V N H J D D X K T O I M Y I C N O I T N E V E R P N E C U A L F I F M R L S T D O N N A C T I V E S H O O T E R T E D O M R M L S P I D D R S A G J V I R I A E A E X K O T L R D I H P A K T P F D B H I H E G F Y M K L R E E E B A G E M Q Y J F T E A E C Q T O M A E N T E M S F R E N H N Y A L T O E X S C F N O K F A X X T B Y G I R G P X X O O X N N H T V O X U K O J T V S M A G P U N K R H W E A T H E R S A E I B D E R I F Y I S Z G Q K D F
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
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Financial Services does not endorse or
support any websites products
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State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator
Office of the Director (850) 413-4700
State of Florida Loss Prevention Section (850) 413-4756
Bureau of State Liability amp Property Claims (850) 413-3122
Bureau of State Employee Workersrsquo Compensation Claims (850) 413-3123
Safety Coordinator Appointment Form (850) 413-4756
The Safety and Loss Prevention Out-
look newsletter is for informational
purposes only The Department of
Financial Services does not endorse or
support any websites products
brands or services referenced herein
We look for-
ward to your feedback on
how we can better serve you
To submit story ideas articles
and other suggestionsmdashor to
be added to our distribution
list please contact us by click-
ing on the link below
State Loss Prevention Program
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee Florida 32399
Safety amp Loss Prevention Outlook Team
Lori Taylor
Managing EditorWriter
Christia Nunnery
Staff Editor
Page 9
Molly Merry CPA Division Director
Robin Delaney
Assistant Division Director
Shannon Segers ARM-P Chief of Risk Financing amp Loss Prevention
Christia Nunnery MPA
Loss Prevention Section Administrator