school action for safety and health (sash) training program
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School Action for School Action for Safety and Health Safety and Health
(SASH)(SASH)
School Action for School Action for Safety and Health Safety and Health
(SASH)(SASH)Training ProgramTraining Program
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Goals of the SASH Program
• Identify potential hazards.
• Uncover underlying causes of injury and illness.
• Participate in efforts to reduce or eliminate common job hazards in schools.
• Participate on a health and safety committee.
• Communicate effectively regarding health and safety issues.
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Elements of an Effective Health and Safety
Program1. Responsible Person(s)2. Accident and Near Miss Investigations 3. Hazard Identification 4. Hazard Control5. Employee Involvement in Safety6. Employee Training7. Employee Compliance with Safety Rules8. Recordkeeping/Documentation
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Agree or Disagree?
“Most injuries and illnesses on the job happen because workers make mistakes or are careless.”
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Underlying Causes of Injuries and Illnesses
• Job Tasks and Procedures
• Work Environment
• Management and Organization
• Workforce Factors
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Elements of an Effective Health and Safety
Program1. Responsible Person(s)2. Accident and Near Miss Investigations 3. Hazard Identification 4. Hazard Control5. Employee Involvement in Safety6. Employee Training7. Employee Compliance with Safety Rules8. Recordkeeping/Documentation9. Emergency Preparedness10. Injury Reporting11. Workers’ Compensation and Return-to-Work
Program