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[2393 Safety]

Monday 2/2: Stop Work Authority

Anyone in the pit or work area has the authority to call "Stop work!" When someone shouts this, all work must pause until the issue is addressed. It is better to call for work to stop and have a false alarm than to be afraid of stopping work and have a real emergency. Also remember that no food or drink is allowed in our pit at any time.



Tuesday 2/3: Horseplay

Simply put: Don't do it. There is a fine line between horseplay and having fun while working. Having fun while working is completely fine, but when the main focus is not on the work, the environment becomes a danger to those in it.



Wednesday 2/4: Electrical Safety

Check the wires before you plug any electronic into an outlet; check for frays or breaks in the outer covering, report them, and never use the damaged equipment.



Thursday 2/5: Fire Safety

In the event of a fire, pull the fire alarm and exit the building to then meet up in the parking lot of the MDF. Call 911 after exiting the building. If the fire is in a container like a trashcan, use the fire extinguisher and remember to PASS. P- Pull the pin on the extinguisher. A- Aim towards the source of the fire. S- Squeeze the handle to release the agent. S- Sweep from side to side at the base of the fire until it appears to be out. If the fire reignites, spray it again. If the fire is not out in 30 seconds, evacuate the building.



Friday 2/6: Sprains and Strains

If an object feels very heavy when you try to lift it, ask for help. Watch out for spills and slippery surfaces. Make sure you are wearing shoes with good grip.