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Greenhouse & Nursery Safety: Industry in Action

Terms in this set (8)

Assessment
one of the four main steps of a comprehensive safety program; inspection of facilities and equipment to identify potential safety hazards, being aware of unsafe employee, reviewing past safety records and evaluation of current safety practices
Communication and Support
one of the four main steps of a comprehensive safety program; include the use of company newsletter, safety bulletins and posters, payroll check enclosures and ongoing financial and strong or personal endorsement of the safety program by upper management
EMT
Emergency Medical Technician
OSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Administration; branch of the federal Department of Labor that provides guidelines and regulations for safety in the work place
Prevention and Training
one of the four main steps of a comprehensive safety program; involves delegation of training responsibilities, teaching the trainers and organization of educational materials, daily group exercise activities and incentive programs
Response
one of the four main steps of a comprehensive safety program; involves first-aid supplies, emergency contacts, preservation of the accident site for adequate investigation and identification and correction of hazardous situations; other activities include completing and distributing accident reports and providing follow-up documentation, further training and disciplinary action
STOP Program
DuPoint program; Safety Training Observations Program, provides an opportunity for staff to note any unsafe acts they observe; also provides an opportunity to offer praise if an employee is observed doing something correctly
Safety Bird House
at the Paul Ecke Ranch, person designated to play a key role in safety assessment; reports on a regular basis to the safety steering committee
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