Safety Programs

Aerial Lift and Scissor Lift (Scaffolding) Training Program

OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.453(b)(2)(ii) states that only authorized persons shall operate lifts. Furthermore, training is to be renewed every 3 years or sooner should there be any changes in equipment, conditions, etc.  In order to sign for use of a lift, you must have the appropriate training and certification.

Asbestos Awareness (29CFR1910.1001 Subpart Z)

Applies to the communication and training required with regards to asbestos related issues (from maintenance to sampling) 

Bloodborne Pathogens (29CFR 1910.1030) Exposure Control Plan

Applies to all GPS employees, including part-time, temporary, probationary, and employed students, who may as part of their jobs, come into contact with persons or items which are infectious or potentially infectious for bloodborne pathogens. 

Confined Space (29CFR1910.146 Subpart J)

Applies to all employees that (as part of their job) may need to enter permit or non-permit required confined spaces. 

Electrical Safety (29CFR1910.332 Subpart S)

Applies to school district employees and outside contractors relative to safety protocols in working with electrical energy sources. 

Employee Training

New employee training/employee training programs are provided for all new and current employees of Glastonbury Public Schools and will be specific to the duties performed. New employee training is conducted before the employee operates equipment or machinery or is exposed to hazards. 

Ergonomics Program

Improper seating, incorrect positioning of wrists when keyboarding and more can cause long term physical issues such as carpal tunnel. The Ergonomics program helps provide guidance for appropriate employees who may have repetitive motion in their workday.

Evacuation Program (Emergency Action Plans) (29CFR1910.38 Subpart E)

Each school is required to have a formalized evacuation program which addresses the need to leave a facility in times of emergency such as a fire. In addition to drills, accountability of employees, students and visitors is stressed in the plans.

Fire Suppression Equipment Training & Fire Extinguishers (29CFR1910.157)

Employees who may work with hazardous chemicals such as flammables are required to have fire extinguisher training annually in order to know how to respond to small and contained fires in laboratories, maintenance shops and more.

Flammable & Combustible Liquids (29CFR1910.106 Subpart H)

Proper storage, use and disposal of flammable and combustible liquids is addressed in this program.

Hazard Communication Program (29CFR1910.1200)

Applies to the identification and communication of chemical hazards found in the workplace and providing for employees safety and health protection through engineering controls, administrative procedures and personal protective equipment.

Hazardous Waste Removal Hazardous Waste Management Guide

This guide has been designed to assist maintenance staff of Glastonbury Public Schools in the safe and economical management of hazardous waste.

Laboratory Standard or Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories (29CFR1910.1450)

Applies to all employees who may work in laboratories where hazardous chemicals are stored/used.

Lockout/Tagout Program (29CFR1910.147)

Applies to Glastonbury Public Schools for their protection from hazards associated with the unexpected energization or start-up of machines or equipment, or release of stored energy.

Occupational Noise Exposure (29CFR1910.95 Subpart G)

Applies to appropriate hearing protection and training for situations in which employees are exposed to noise above the mandated Action Level.

Machinery & Machine Guarding (29CFR1910.211 Subpart O)

Applies to appropriate machine guarding in efforts to protect machine operators.

Pandemic Flu Plan (State of CT)

Applies to the school district's action plan in effort to work with local and state government officials relative to a "pandemic" flu crisis.

Personal Protective Equipment (29CFR1910.132 Subpart I)

Applies to the school district's requirements for selection and use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses, chemical splash goggles, gloves, etc) in order to protect eyes, face, hands, etc...

Pesticide Program (State of CT)

Applies to the school district's Integrated pest management program in support of State of Connecticut legislation (House Bill No. 6883) for school use of pesticide.

Powered Industrial Trucks (29CFR 1910.178 Subpart N)

Applies to the school district's powered industrial truck training and use program.

Powered Platforms, Manlifts, & Vehicle Mounted Platforms, Personal Fall Arrest Systems (29CFR1910.66 Subpart F)

Applies to the school district's platforms and personal fall arrest system program.

Radon Testing – Requirements (State of CT)

Applies to the school district's building radon testing program based on State of Connecticut requirements for school buildings.

Respiratory Protection Program (29CFR1910.134 Subpart I)

This program was developed to ensure that key employees are fit and prepared for respirator use. The program is voluntary for all Glastonbury Public School employees to use, particulate respirators and those who may be exposed to contaminants below the OSHA allowable limits.

Safety Committees – District-wide/School-based

Applies to the school district's building safety committees based on the workers' compensation board requirements.

Site Inspection

Applies to the school districts periodic inspection of sites for safety violations and concerns by the district's safety compliance officer. Random safety inspections are also effected by CT State OSHA.

Stage Rigging

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommend annual inspections for all stage rigging systems:  Stage inspections include a comprehensive visual inspection of your facility’s line-set components, including tracks, lighting raceways, fire curtain, acoustic draperies, rigging and attachment hardware.  

Turf Maintenance

Applies to the school district's turf maintenance management program in support of State of Connecticut legislation.

Water Testing (State of CT)

Applies to both required and optional water quality testing in all school buildings.

Welding, Cutting & Brazing (29CRF1910.252 Subpart Q)

Applies to the school district's employee and contractor requirements for hot permit approval prior to welding, cutting and brazing activities.