Ergonomic hazards and elimination or control of them.

DOE-STD-1160-2003

Discuss health and safety hazards of currently employed fire suppressant systems.

Discuss and have working knowledge of welding safety, including confined spaces.

k. Discuss first aid treatment for various burn types (e.g., electrical, fire, heat, and

chemical).

Discuss role of fire fighters and their required training.

14. Occupational safety personnel shall demonstrate a working-level knowledge of

ergonomic hazards and elimination or control of them.

Supporting Knowledge and/or Skills

a. Discuss basic ergonomics terminology.

b. Describe ergonomic considerations that must be addressed when evaluating new or

existing jobs, processes, or operations, and identify appropriate methods for the

elimination or control of ergonomic hazards.

c. Explain application of "single risk factors" for ergonomic hazards.

d. Discuss methodology for analyzing lifting tasks.

e. Discuss significance of repetitive motions and tasks.

Discuss importance of worker interfaces with operational equipment.

g. Discuss significance and definition of workplace tasks related to ergonomic

consequences.

h. Discuss methods to conduct workplace evaluations and communicate results to

workers and management.

15. Occupational safety personnel shall demonstrate a working-level knowledge of

safety precautions and hazards associated with workplace chemicals and physical

agents.

Supporting Knowledge and/or Skills

a. Discuss hazards associated with the following chemical types:

Corrosives

Flammable, combustible, and explosive materials

Oxidizers

Cryogenic liquids

Toxic chemicals

Oxygen-displacing chemicals.

b. Discuss terminology associated with toxic chemical effects.

c. Describe general safety precautions that must be implemented or observed during the

use, handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of each type of hazardous chemical

listed above.

d. Describe safety precautions specific to the use, handling, storage, and disposal of

flammable and combustible liquids.