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January 1, 2015

Employee Safety Program

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This handbook, like all safety information is NOT designed to cover EVERY POSSIBLE hazard that may occur on your worksite. There is no replacement for COMMON SENSE on the job. Although the company strives to maintain a safe working environment for all employees, it remains the responsibility of the employee to use good judgment and common sense whenever a task is undertaken. If you feel that a task assigned to you is unsafe, or if the conditions at the worksite warrant a closer inspection for hazards, contact your immediate supervisor BEFORE beginning work.

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Introduction, Overview and Safety Policy Statement

Sloan Companies is striving for a zero incident workplace and is committed to all employees working safely all the time. This Employee Safety Program protects employees, lowers costs, and increases profitability. Workplace accidents result in lost productivity, equipment damage, unusable product and lost time. Accidents also drive up the cost of Workers’ Compensation insurance. That’s why it is imperative that Sloan and the Safety Manager cooperate in the implementation of the program. A main objective of Sloan’s Safety Program is to provide a safe and healthful working environment for all employees. To achieve this goal, all employees must join in a cooperative effort to identify and eliminate unsafe working conditions or practices, to control health hazards, and to comply with the safety and health standards for every job. Sloan is responsible for the leadership of the safety and health program and for its effectiveness; and supervisors are responsible for developing proper attitudes toward safety and health in those they supervise. Managers and supervisors are also responsible for providing a safe workplace for employees and enforcing safe work practices on a daily basis. Sloan Employees are responsible for:

Following all safety rules and regulations.

Wearing appropriate safety equipment as required by the job.

Reporting ALL injuries, unsafe conditions and practices to your Sloan Security Group supervisor.

Asking questions if there is a misunderstanding about how to perform a work task. Do not attempt to perform any job or operate any machinery that you have not been properly trained to operate.

Contributing suggestions to improve the safety program.

Attending safety meetings.

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It is the policy of Sloan that injury and illness prevention shall be considered of primary importance in all phases of its operations and administration. It is the intention of the company's management to provide safe and healthy working conditions and to establish and insist upon safe practices at all times by all employees. The prevention of injury and illness is an objective affecting all levels of the organization and its activities. It is therefore, a basic requirement that each supervisor make the safety of employees an integral part of his or her regular management function. It is equally the duty of each employee to accept and follow established safety regulations and procedures. Every effort will be made to provide adequate training to employees. However, if an employee is ever in doubt how to do a job safely, it is their duty to ask a qualified person for assistance. Employees are expected to assist management in injury and illness prevention activities. Unsafe conditions must be reported. Fellow employees that need help should be assisted. Everyone is responsible for the housekeeping duties that pertain to their jobs. Any injury that occurs on the job, even a slight cut or strain, must be reported to management as soon as possible. In no circumstance, except an emergency, should an employee leave a shift without reporting an injury that occurred. When you have an injury and illness, everyone loses; you, your family, your fellow workers, and the company. Please work safely. It's good for everyone.

___________________________________ _July 1, 2013 President Date

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DESIGNATED SAFETY OFFICER

The responsibility of implementing the company safety program is to be shared by all supervisory staff, with the overall administration of the program assigned to:

Angela Karren Safety Manager

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CODE OF SAFE PRACTICES

GENERAL INDUSTRY SAFETY RULES It is our policy that everything possible will be done to protect employees, customers and visitors from accidents. Safety is a cooperative undertaking requiring participation by every employee. Failure by any employee to comply with safety rules will be grounds for corrective discipline. Supervisors will insist that employees observe all applicable Sloan Companies, State and Federal safety rules and practices; and take action as is necessary to obtain compliance. To carry out this policy employees shall follow these safety rules and practices: 1. Report all unsafe conditions and equipment to your supervisor or safety manager.

2. Report all incidents, injuries and illnesses to your supervisor or safety manager immediately.

3. Anyone known to be under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs, shall not be allowed on the job while in that condition.

4. Horseplay, scuffling, and other acts which tend to have an adverse influence on the safety or well-being of the employees, are prohibited.

5. Means of egress (exits) shall be kept unblocked, well-lighted and unlocked during work hours.

6. In the event of fire, sound alarm and evacuate.

7. Upon hearing fire alarm, stop work and proceed to the nearest clear exit. Gather at the designated location.

8. Only trained workers may attempt to respond to a fire or other emergency.

9. Exit doors must comply with fire safety regulations during business hours.

10. Stairways should be kept clear of items that can be tripped over, and all areas under stairways that are egress routes should not be used to store combustibles.

11. Materials and equipment will not be stored against doors or exits, fire ladders or fire extinguisher stations.

12. Aisles must be kept clear at all times.

13. Work areas should be maintained in a neat, orderly manner. Trash and refuse are to be thrown in proper waste containers.

14. All spills shall be wiped up promptly.

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15. Always use the proper lifting technique. Never attempt to lift, push, pull or carry an object that is too heavy. You must contact your supervisor when help is needed to move a heavy object.

16. Never stack material precariously on top of lockers, file cabinets or other relatively high places.

17. When carrying material, caution should be exercised in watching for and avoiding obstructions, loose material, etc.

18. Do not stack material in an unstable manner.

19. Report exposed wiring and cords that are frayed or have deteriorated insulation so that they can be replaced or repaired promptly.

20. Never use a metal ladder where it could come in contact with energized parts of equipment, fixtures or circuit conductors.

21. Maintain 36” access and working space around all electrical equipment (panels), exit doors, aisles, and fire extinguishers to permit ready and safe operations and maintenance.

22. Do not use any portable electrical tools and equipment that are not grounded or double-insulated.

23. All electrical equipment should be plugged into appropriate wall receptacles or into an extension of only one cord of similar size and capacity. Three-pronged plugs should be used to ensure continuity of ground.

24. All cords running into walk areas must be taped down or inserted through rubber protectors to preclude them from becoming tripping hazards.

25. Inspect motorized vehicles and other mechanized equipment daily or prior to use.

26. Shut off engine, set brakes and block wheels prior to loading or unloading vehicles.

27. Inspect pallets and their loads for integrity and stability before loading or moving.

28. Do not use compressed air for cleaning off clothing.

29. Do not store compressed gas cylinders in areas which are exposed to heat sources, electric arcs or high temperature lines.

30. Identify contents of pipelines prior to initiating any work that affects the integrity of the pipe.

31. Wear hearing protection in all areas identified as having high noise exposure.

32. Goggles and face shields must be worn when grinding.

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33. Do not use any faulty or worn hand tools.

34. Do not use any malfunctioning, defective, or worn equipment. Notify your supervisor of the problem.

35. Supervisors will immediately investigate all reports of malfunctioning equipment, especially if the situation presents a possible safety hazard.

36. Unsafe machinery or equipment must be immediately de-energized and appropriate LO/TO procedures implemented.

37. Guard floor openings by a cover, guardrail, or equivalent.

38. Do not enter into a confined space unless tests for toxic substances, explosive concentrations, and oxygen deficiency have been taken.

39. Always keep flammable or toxic chemicals in closed containers when not in use.

40. Do not eat in areas where hazardous chemicals are present.

41. Be aware of the potential hazards involving various chemicals stored or used in the workplace.

42. Cleaning supplies should be stored away from edible items on kitchen shelves.

43. Cleaning solvents and flammable liquids should be stored in appropriate containers.

44. Solutions that may be poisonous or not intended for consumption should be kept in well-labeled containers.

45. When working with a computer, have all pieces of furniture adjusted, positioned and arranged to minimize strain on all parts of the body.

46. Never leave lower desk or cabinet drawers open. This presents a tripping hazard. Use care when opening and closing drawers to avoid pinching fingers.

47. Do not open more than one upper drawer at a time, particularly the top two drawers on tall file cabinets.

48. Individual heaters at work areas should be kept clear of combustible materials, such as drapes, or waste from waste baskets. Newer heaters that are equipped with tip-over switches should be used.

49. Appliances, such as coffee pots and microwaves, should be kept in working order and inspected for signs of wear, heat or fraying of cords.

50. Fans used in work areas should be guarded. Guards must not allow fingers to be inserted through the mesh. Newer fans are equipped with proper guards.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT AND REVIEW OF

CODE OF SAFE PRACTICES TO ALL EMPLOYEES: ATTACHED IS A COPY OF THE CODE OF SAFE PRACTICES. THESE GUIDELINES ARE PROVIDED FOR YOUR SAFETY.

TO PROVIDE AND REVIEW THIS CODE OF SAFE PRACTICES WITH EVERY EMPLOYEE. IT IS THE EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY TO READ AND COMPLY WITH THIS CODE.

THE ATTACHED COPY OF THE CODE OF SAFE PRACTICES IS FOR YOU TO KEEP. PLEASE SIGN AND DATE BELOW AND RETURN ONLY THIS PAGE:

Employee Name Signature Date

I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE RECEIVED A COPY OF THE CODE OF SAFE PRACTICES, AND I AGREE TO READ IT THOROUGHLY. IF I HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, I WILL SEEK CLARIFICATION FROM MY SUPERVISOR.

Sloan Companies’ Copy

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF (New Employee Trainer)

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Disciplinary Action Personnel are expected to comply with all company safety and health policies and rules. Employees failing to perform their jobs according to company regulations will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Safety is everyone's responsibility. All Sloan employees will be held accountable for their safety performance. The Company Employee Handbook or the following guidelines will be used to establish disciplinary action when appropriate:

1. First Offense: Verbal warning and counseling by the supervisor

2. Second Offense: Written warning to be placed in employee’s personnel file

3. Third Offense: Up to and including suspension

4. Fourth Offense: Up to and including termination

The above is a typical disciplinary course of action for generalized safety violations. The above standard disciplinary procedures are for general safety violations. Serious or willful disregard for safety requirements may result in immediate termination of employment from Sloan.

It is ultimately the responsibility of Sloan to advise the Safety Manager when an employee violates an established safety policy, procedure or rule.

SAFETY COMMUNICATION

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All employees have the right to be advised of occupational safety and health hazards and receive training on safe work practices, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Sloan Safety Meetings

Sloan will conduct regular safety meetings at which safety and health issues are freely and openly discussed by the Sloan Employees. Management will attempt to schedule meetings at a time when most employees can attend and keep minutes to document those in attendance and what topics were discussed.

Sloan SQPP (Safety-Quality-Production Plan)

Sloan Lead Security Technicians will complete a site and task specific hazard analysis and mitigation plan each day prior to the start of work. The SQPP is completed at the location of the work, and clearly analyzes hazards and mitigation of the hazards along with specific quality control points and daily production plan. The SQPP is signed by all employees working on the task, and all employees are responsible to participate in generating the SQPP.

Written Safety Concern

Your thoughts regarding safety are considered important, and we encourage your active participation in our company safety program. Please feel free to express any of your safety concerns or suggestions individually to your supervisor, safety manager, or in writing on the safety suggestion form. (This will allow you to remain anonymous if you so desire; however, this will make it difficult to provide you special recognition if your suggestion is put to action). Be assured that all safety suggestions will be given serious consideration, and that each will receive a response.

Employee Safety Training

Sloan will provide general safety training programs for Sloan Employees on an on-going basis. Sloan Employees will be provided with specific training either on a periodic basis, prior to job assignment, or when work assignments change.

Posters, Publications, Brochures

Sloan will provide a bulletin board for current safety news and activities, safety reading materials, signs, and posters that has easy access to them all.

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Inspect PPE prior to each use. Do not use damaged or worn out PPE. If PPE is needing to be replaced contact the Safety Manager for replacement. You are required to maintain and keep PPE clean. Equipment Operation You must receive specific training and be authorized or certified by a designated trainer to operate the following:

Forklifts Motorized Equipment Power Tools Cranes/Hoists

Ladders

Inspect all ladders prior to use Ladders must be replaced on secure footing Only one person is allowed on the ladder at a time Never stand on the top two steps of the ladder Always maintain 3-point contact when working on ladders Never reach beyond arm length while working on a ladder Never use metal ladders when working around electrical equipment Always use ladders as they are designed. Do not lean an A-Frame Type Ladder.

Lockout/Tagout Prior to working on any machinery, every energy source (electrical, hydraulic, chemical, mechanical, etc) must be deactivated, stored energy dissipated, and the control locked in the off (safe) position. Never remove or tamper with a lockout performed by another employee or contractor. A lockout could consist of a lock applied to a control such as a switch, breaker, or valve. The lock should also be accompanied by a “warning” tag listing the operator’s name, and date of the lockout/tagout.

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Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)

a. Previously known as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), Classification and Labeling of Chemicals has been replaced by GHS and updated to Safety Data Sheets (SDS). GHS is a system for harmonizing hazard classification criteria and chemical hazard communication elements worldwide. The GHS is the framework or guidance for classifying and labeling hazardous chemicals. The purpose of classification under the GHS is to provide harmonized information to users of chemicals with the goal of enhancing protection of human health and the environment.

b. All labels must provide the identity of the chemical, and the appropriate hazard

warnings. Labels will require the following elements: Pictogram: a symbol plus other graphic elements, such as a border,

background pattern, or color that is intended to convey specific information about the hazards of a chemical. Each pictogram consists of a different symbol on a white background within a red square frame set on a point (i.e. red diamond). There are nine pictograms.

Signal words: a single word used to indicate the relative level of severit of hazard and alert the reader to a potential hazard on the label. The signal words used are “danger” and “warning.” “Danger” is used for the more severe hazards, while “warning” is used for less severe hazards.

Hazard Statement: a statement assigned to a hazard class and category that describes the nature of the hazad(s), of a chemical,including, where appropriate, the degree of hazard.

Precautionary Statement: a phrase that describes recommended measures to be taken to minimize or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous chemical, or improper storage or handling of a hazardous chemical.

o Hazard classification: The definitions of hazard will provide specific

criteria for classification of health and physical hazards, as well as classification of mixtures. These specific criteria will help to ensure that evaluations of hazardous effects are consistent across manufacturers, and that labels and safety data sheets are more accurate as a result.

o Labels: Chemical manufacturers and importers will be required to provide a label that includes a harmonized signal word, pictogram, and hazard statement for each hazard class and category. Precautionary statements must also be provided.

o Safety Data Sheets (SDS): Will now have a specified 16-section format.

c. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) must be secured for all chemicals purchased or brought on site. You have a right to access SDS sheets – ask your supervisor

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d. Follow all label and SDS instructions.

e. Do not mix chemicals unless authorized to do so. Keep all chemical in closed containers.

f. Store all flammable liquids in safety cabinets or safety cans. Never use flammable chemicals around ignition sources such as smokers, pilot lights, or arcing/sparking electrical equipment.

g. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment and minimize contact. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using chemicals. Always wash hands after handling chemicals.

Confined Space Entry: Only trained and authorized employees are permitted to enter confined space. If you believe that your job requires confined space entry, contact your supervisor prior to starting any work. (Confined spaces are areas not meant for human occupancy, have limited means of entry/exit, and have electrical, chemical, thermal, atmosphere, or entrapment hazards). Electrical Safety

a. Never operate or tamper with electrical main switch or breakers.

b. Report all electrical problems and suspected problems to your supervisor

c. All junction boxes, control boxes, connections, and other wiring must have covers securely installed to prevent accidental contact.

d. Inspect all plugs, cords, and portable equipment prior to use.

e. Report any damaged electrical equipment to your supervisor. Only authorized personnel are permitted to make repairs.

f. Extension cords are for temporary use only. Never stretch cords across aisles or areas where people may trip over them.

Lifting Techniques

a. If you need help to move material, ASK!. Use the “buddy system”

b. When you lift, use your legs, spread feet apart, and hold materials close to your body

c. When turning, hold object and move with your feet. Do not twist

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Company Vehicles If you use a Company vehicle in your job, you are expected to follow these simple rules:

1 You must be 21 years of age.

2 You must possess a valid and appropriate class driver’s license with acceptable driving history for the equipment you will be operating. If employee has a CDL, medical physicals related to the current license must be completed prior to hire date and kept up to date.

3 You must be placed on the approved driver list with current SSG vehicle insurance company.

4 You are responsible for following all the manufacturer’s recommended

maintenance schedules to maintain valid warranties and for following the manufacturer’s recommended oil change and lubrication schedule.

5 You must keep the vehicle clean at all times; washed, debris removed and

vacuumed as often as necessary. You will be reimbursed for the reasonable expenses of keeping the Company’s vehicles clean.

6 You must guard the vehicle and ensure that unauthorized persons do not

operate it, and make sure that non-employees do not ride in any company vehicle without prior approval.

7 Prior to operation of any Company vehicle, your supervisor should train you

on the appropriate steps to take if you are involved in an accident, including properly filling out an accident report, complete with the names of operators and witnesses.

8 Possession, transportation, or consumption of alcohol or illegal drugs is

prohibited. 9 No tobacco use is permitted in any company vehicles.

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Safety and Health Training Training for Sloan Employees in general safe work practices as well as specific instructions to hazards unique to each co-employee’s job assignment, is the single most effective means for reducing injuries and illnesses in the work place. Types of Training Many types of training may be used to communicate safety related information to Sloan Employees. Training may vary widely with respect to instructional methods, settings, subject matter, etc.:

Classroom instruction;

Job site safety meetings;

On the job (OTJ) training;

Written training materials;

Computer Based Training (CBT).

General and Specific Safe Work Practices Specialized training dealing with a co-employee’s unique job assignment needs to be developed by Sloan.

Sloan will provide all new Employees with general and specific training prior to assignment to a new job.

Sloan will provide Employees with training whenever a new substance, process, or equipment are introduced to the workplace which represent a new hazard or whenever Sloan receives notification of a new or previously unrecognized hazard.

All training will be documented in writing by Sloan.

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Emergency Action Plans In the event of any serious injury or fire, call 911. Send someone to the facility entrance to meet the Fire Department. If in doubt, call 911. Fire

Upon discovering a fire, alert others in immediate danger and initiate a facility-wide fire alarm.

When the evacuation symbol is given, all employees should immediately turn off equipment, close doors, and evacuate to designated evacuation areas. Attendance will be taken, stay in the group until further directions.

Do not attempt to fight any fire which is uncontained, too hot, too smoky, or if you are too frightened.

To use a fire extinguisher remember to use PASS: P = Pull (safety pin) A = Aim (base of fire) S = Squeeze (lever) S = Sweep (side to side)

If you use a fire extinguisher, remember:

Stay low Keep yourself between the fire and the exit Do not turn you back on the fire Immediately report the use of the fire extinguisher to Safety Manager

Medical Emergencies (chest pains, loss of consciousness, fall from a height, etc)

Upon discovering a medical emergency dial 911

Call Human Resources/Safety department and report the nature of the medical emergency and location

Stay with the person involved being careful not to come in contact with any bodily fluids unless properly trained. If you think you have been exposed to bodily fluid notify the Safety Manager immediately. Do not attempt to clean up area, trained personnel will do so.

Send two persons (greeters) to the building entrance to await fire department. Often two emergency units will arrive. First greeter will escort medical providers to location of emergency. Second greeter will wait at the entrance to escort secondary emergency units to the same location

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Employees that are not involved in the emergency will need to leave the area.

Human Resources will make any necessary notifications to family members of the person suffering the medical emergency.

Workplace Violence

Any employee who feels that he/she has been threatened should immediately report their concern to their manager and Human Resources.

If any person is observed exhibiting threatening behavior or making threatening

statements, the person discovering the situation should warn others in the area and contact Human Resources immediately. Stay away from person exhibiting threatening behavior.

Depending on the level of concern, contact the police department at 911 immediately.

Never attempt to confront employee Bloodborne Pathogens

1. Blood and other bodily fluids can carry pathogens, which are capable of causing diseases in others. This includes HIV, which can lead to AIDS and hepatitis.

2. When looking at someone you cannot tell if a person is infected with pathogenic

disease, we must always take precautions following an illness or injury when bodily fluids have been released.

3. In the event that a person loses bodily fluids, stay away from the infected area and warn others to do so. You can still stay close to the ill/injured person to support them, just be sure to stay out of contact of bodily fluids.

4. In the event that you find spilled bodily fluids, syringes, or other contaminated materials, do not attempt to clean up. Call the Safety Manager for immediate instructions.

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ACCIDENT REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION Reporting Sloan Employees who are injured at work must report the injury immediately to their supervisor. If immediate medical treatment beyond first aid is needed call 911. The injured employee will be taken to an appropriate hospital or medical center. If non-emergency medical treatment is needed for work-related injuries and illnesses transport the employee to the occupational health clinic or urgent care clinic. Declination of Treatment If the employee feels the injury is not serious enough to warrant medical treatment, then he must complete and sign the Employee Declination of Medical Treatment form. If the injured employee saw a physician or a health care provider, Sloan should obtain a medical release form before allowing the employee to return to work. The health care provider may stipulate work restrictions that would allow the injured employee to work a temporary transitional modified duty until the employee is fit for normal duties. Investigation The objective of an accident reporting and investigation policy is to determine the cause and recommend corrective actions that are required to eliminate or minimize future accidents. To this end the following procedures have been established:

The Sloan Safety Manager is responsible for conducting an investigation to determine and correct the cause(s) of the incident.

The investigation involves the following steps:

Safety Manager interviews injured workers and witnesses;

Safety Manager examines workplace for factors associated with the accident/exposure;

Safety Manager determines the possible cause of the accident/exposure;

Safety Manager and Supervisor review corrective actions to be taken to prevent the accident/exposure from recurring;

Safety Manager records the findings and corrective actions are taken.

The Sloan’s Safety Manager will conduct an investigation that asks Who, When, What, Why and how to prevent a similar accident.

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Considerations Following a Serious Industrial Accident Any work-related accident resulting in serious injury or death of an employee presents significant emotional challenges for management. Following are some guidelines, which may reduce the effects on fellow employees and minimize the impact from regulators, including OSHA.

1. Be prepared to talk to local police officers, district attorney investigators, coroners and OSHA compliance officers. Be truthful, state the facts to the best of your ability, and do not offer opinions, unnecessary information, or theories. If contacted from local media direct them to Sloan’s legal counsel.

2. A single fatality must be reported to OSHA within 8 hours and incidents resulting in one or more employees receiving inpatient hospitalization, all amputations, and loss of an eye within 24 hours to the closest OSHA area office. If after hours, the incident can be reported to OSHA at 1.800.321.6742.

3. Have a representative of your company contact the employee’s next of kin to

inform her/him of the incident. If possible, this contact should be made in person. Offer to provide transportation and/or other support.

4. Get all witnesses names. If some witnesses are not employees, be sure to

get a complete name, address, and telephone number so they can be reached.

5. Render safe any hazards created by the accident scene. Rope off and isolate

the accident scene early on to prevent any changes due to foot traffic and spectators.

6. The Safety Manager will conduct an initial investigation. If equipment and/or

duties are duplicated within another area of the company, make sure to take immediate steps to reassure that there will be no re-occurrence of the accident.

7. Take pictures to document the scene. Note anything that may help to identify

specific equipment involved. 8. Follow Sloan’s procedure for bloodborne pathogens when cleaning any bodily

fluid spills. 9. Consider meeting employees in small groups to discuss the following:

a. The serious accident that occurred. b. The necessary steps were taken to care for the person(s) involved. c. There is an accident investigation being conducted. d. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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e. Provide encouragement to employees and request the employees continue to work safe.

10. Request your supervisors to be alert for employees that may not be paying full attention to their jobs or their own safety. During these discussion do not discuss fault, discipline, or option.

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Office Safety & Security Office Safety

1 Never leave file drawers open, or open multiple file drawers at once.

2 Do not stack heavy or bulky objects on top of the filing cabinets

3 Do not store frequently used objects above shoulder height or below knee height

4 Never reach into office machines without turning them and unplugging if possible

5 Keep your work area clean and free of trip hazards such as storage in walkways, cords across isles, and damaged floor coverings.

6 Inspect step stools/ladders before use. Be sure to keep stationary object in front of you to provide stability.

7 Never use defective or broken equipment. Report these to your supervisor.

8 Wipe up spills or wet floors immediately.

Security

1 Always be aware of your surroundings

2 Immediately report suspicious activity or persons

3 When parking, remove all valuables from sight and lock doors

4 Keep all valuables out of sight when at desk. Do not bring large sums of money or valuables in to building.

5 Secure laptops, computers and other small electronics before leaving work area. If working alone, observe additional guidelines: Be sure doors are locked Turn on lights as you move throughout the building Be sure that someone at home knows that you are at work and an expected

time you will check in. As you leave office, be sure to turn off all equipment, lights, etc, and set

alarm.

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Inspections A safety and health inspection program is essential to reduce unsafe conditions which may expose employees, Sloan Employees, and visitors to incidents that could result in injury or damage to property. Scheduled Workplace Inspections It is the responsibility of Sloan to ensure that regular and systematic inspections are scheduled and followed. It is recommended that supervisors who are knowledgeable of the activities and materials present in the area conduct these inspections. Records of the inspections, the deficiencies noted, and the corrective actions taken to remedy the deficiency should be created and kept on file at the site of Sloan Companies.

The frequency of the workplace inspections will be completed semi-annually by the Safety Manager. Those Sloan employees engaged in hazardous operations are encouraged to conduct more frequent inspections.

Unscheduled Workplace Inspections

The Safety Manager will conduct periodic unscheduled inspections of Sloan’s site to help ensure a safe and healthful workplace. The Safety Manager will make recommendations or requests for corrective actions to be taken that will address the deficiencies noted during such inspections.

The Safety Manager will conduct an investigation in the event of an occupational injury, occupational illness, or exposure to hazardous substances as defined by OSHA or a State agency such as Cal/OSHA or DOSH/LNI WA. Recommendations or requests for corrective actions will be discussed that will address the deficiencies noted during such investigations.

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Hazard Control All hazards identified through the following: Inspections, Accident Investigation reports, and Employee Report of Unsafe Condition will be forwarded to the Safety Manager. The Safety Manager will assess the potential for re-occurrence of injury and consider the cost effectiveness of corrective measures. The Safety Manager will share the findings with the Sloan Companies President. If an employee raised the safety issue, the finding will be shared with that employee. The Safety Manager will document the identified hazards and corrective measure taken in a log.

Employee Safety Responsibilities The primary responsibility of the employees of Sloan is to perform his or her duties in a safe manner in order to prevent injury to themselves and other. As a condition of employment, employees MUST become familiar with, observe, and obey Sloan’s rules and established policies for health, safety and preventing injuries while at work. Before beginning work assignments, an employee should review applicable and appropriate safety rules. If an employee has questions about the task and how it should be done safely, he or she is NOT to begin the task until he or she discusses with their supervisor. If the employee still questions or concerns, then he or she is required to contact the Safety Manager to discuss further. NO EMPLOYEE IS EVER REQUIRED to perform work that they believe is unsafe, or likely to cause injury or health risks to themselves or others.

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Documentation and Record Retention Sloan Companies will retain the following:

OSHA 300 logs

Accident reports

Inspection reports

Hazard removal forms, reports, or logs

Co-employee safety training records

Co-employee Medical and Exposure records

Hazard Communication Program documents

Safety Data Sheets

Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual

Welcome to Sloan Companies team. Safety is the most important aspect of your job every day and it is your job to work hard and work safe. Please ask questions, pay attention to supervisors and participate in the safety planning process and develop your own safety awareness. Remember, we want everyone to go home safely at the end of every day. Zero Accidents !!