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ENG/SNG SAFETYENG/SNG SAFETYA Practical Approach

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Training OutlineTraining Outline Introduction and general information

Responsibilities

Vehicle and Driver safety

Mast Safety

Additional hazards

Additional training considerations

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IntroductionIntroduction Why ENG/SNG Safety?

Over 70 mast-related accidents since 1985

1985 - Fatality - Bob Tierney, Bakersfield, CA.

1994 - Fatality - "Al" Battle - Alexandria, VA.

1995 - Fatality - WBGG-FM technician Spencer Johnson

1997 - Fatality - Andrew Austin - Greenville, MS.

1999 - Fatality - Michelle Lima, KSAT, San Antonio, TX

2003- Fatality - CHIN Radio van driver

2004 - Fatality - KBTX-TV Photojournalist Matt Moore

2004 - Fatality -KETV photographer Jeff Frolio

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Economic ImpactEconomic Impact

If your organization is responsible for an accident, it will be responsible for all damages to its own equipment and employees and:

All damages to property of the public utility

All reasonable costs and expenses incurred by the public utility as a result of the contact

The costs and expenses incurred by the public utility as a result of the contact for damages to third persons

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Regulatory ConditionsRegulatory Conditions General Duty Clause (29 CFR 1910.21)

Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution (29 CFR 1910.269)

Working Distances Step and Touch Potential

Vehicle-mounted elevating and rotating work platforms(29 CFR 1910.67)

Various state programs:

Cal/OSHA 8 CCR §2980 – §2983 Cal/OSHA 8 CCR §2946

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ENG/SNG SAFETYENG/SNG SAFETYResponsibilities

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Employer ResponsibilitiesEmployer Responsibilities Protect employees, property and stakeholder interests

It’s the right thing to do

Minimize financial risks

Establish and maintain regulatory compliance

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Management Management ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

Lead by example

Foster culture change

Ensure employees are trained and retrained

Budget for equipment and protection needs

Require compliance with established ENG/SNG safety policies

Report all incidents to senior management

Reward/recognize compliance

Enforce policy

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Employee ResponsibilitiesEmployee Responsibilities Know your responsibilities!

Know your assignment at the location!

Attend training

Participate in the accident prevention process

Provide feedback for program effectiveness

Report safety-related concerns/incidents to supervisors

Use all equipment responsibly

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ENG/SNG SAFETYENG/SNG SAFETYVehicle and Driver Safety

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Pre-operationPre-operation Generator checks (startup, oil, exhaust, fuel)

Engine checks (tires, oil, fuel, other fluids)

Vehicle checks (body, frame, mirrors, etc.)

Antenna checks (damage, connections, etc.)

Communication (radio, cell phones)

AV Equipment

Vehicle lighting and warning systems

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Pre-operationPre-operation Check cabling and lines

Cable crossovers (Yellowjackets) Lots of duct tape, but not for repairs

Emergency supplies

Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit CO alarms Proximity sensors

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DrivingDriving Do not drive under the influence

Vehicle center of gravity affects turning and cornering

Vehicle weight affects stopping distance and control

Roof equipment reduces overhead clearance

Obey all traffic laws

No tailgating

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Parking HazardsParking Hazards Watch for power lines

SNG Park facing south and west

Parking adjacent to utility (power) poles

Uneven ground (use jacks or stabilizers, not the curb to level the vehicle)

Heavy vehicle traffic, blind spots, or on corners

Trees or other things that may block mast

Nighttime (always use additional lighting)

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ENG/SNG SAFETYENG/SNG SAFETYMast Safety

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Pre-shot SetupPre-shot Setup Hold a safety meeting!

Arrive early to review equipment and setup

Review story and equipment needs first

Conduct a complete walk-around of the vehicle

The driver should “Look up and Live!”

The cameraman should “Look up and Live!”

The reporter/talent should “Look up and Live!”

Understand the hazards of electricity

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Electrical TerminologyElectrical Terminology Ampere (amp): the unit used to measure current

Milliampere (milliamp or mA): 1/1,000 of an ampere

Shocking current: electrical current that passes through a part of the body

You will be hurt more if you can't let go of equipment giving a shock

The longer the shock, the greater the injury.

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Physical Effects of ElectricityPhysical Effects of Electricity

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Factors of Shock SeverityFactors of Shock Severity Three primary factors affecting severity:

Amount of current flowing through the body (measured in amperes)

Path of the current through the body

Length of time the body is in the circuit

Other factors:

The voltage of the current

The presence of moisture in the environment

The phase of the heart cycle when the shock occurs

The general health of the person prior to the shock

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Power Line ClearancesPower Line Clearances

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Distance SimplifiedDistance Simplified

Line to Residences 10 ft minimum

Power Poles 15 ft minimum

High Lines & Towers 100 ft minimum

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Raising the MastRaising the Mast Is the vehicle level?

Install and use proximity detection!

Field detectors (D-TEC II™)

TAC Stick®

All crew out of vehicle

Look up and live!

Use a spotter!

If you can’t see it, don’t raise it!

Once raised, the vehicle stays!

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Post Shot BreakdownPost Shot Breakdown Reverse order of equipment setup

Signal path Audio Video

All crew out of vehicle

Look up and live!

Conduct a complete walk-around of the vehicle

Do not leave until the mast is down and locked!

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ENG/SNG SAFETYENG/SNG SAFETYAdditional Hazards

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WeatherWeather Lightning: always terminate signal and breakdown when lightning is in the area!

Heavy rains: watch for flooding

Fog: difficulty seeing during setup and breakdown

Snow and Ice:

The mast may freeze!

Remember the vehicle hazards increase with inclement weather!

Tornadoes: seek shelter immediately or drive perpendicular to it!

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Physical HazardsPhysical Hazards Carbon monoxide from generator

Falls

Slips and trips Climbing on the vehicle roof

Sprains and strains from equipment handling

Hazardous noise

Chemical or particulate hazards (fires, etc.)

Risk of violence at shoot location

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ENG/SNG SAFETYENG/SNG SAFETYAdditional Training Considerations

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Additional Training Additional Training ConsiderationsConsiderations

Safety Videos

"Look Up and Live" - National Press Photographers Association

"Safety is Good News" - Salt River Project, Phoenix, AZ

"Suicide Missions - High Voltage" - The History Channel

Defensive driving

First Aid/CPR

Bloodborne pathogens

Fire extinguisher use

Fall protection

Hazard Communication

Hearing conservation

Respiratory protection

Emergency action planning

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Useful LinksUseful Links www.engsafety.com

www.frontlinecomm.com

www.mrcbroadcast.com

www.nsystems.com

www.nucomm.com

www.shook-usa.com

www.winemiller.com

www.wolfcoach.com