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According to the New Employee Safety Orientation document, who is responsible for ensuring that probationary employees receive all the necessary information contained in the Safety Orientation Checklist?
According to the New Employee Safety Orientation document, who is responsible for ensuring that probationary employees receive all the necessary information contained in the Safety Orientation Checklist?
- The TFD Safety Officer or designee.
- The employee's assigned mentor.
- The TFD Deputy Chief of Administration or designee.
- TFD company officers who receive the probationary employee. (correct)
Which of the following best describes the scope of the 'workplace' definition, as it pertains to Tacoma Fire Department (TFD) policies and procedures?
Which of the following best describes the scope of the 'workplace' definition, as it pertains to Tacoma Fire Department (TFD) policies and procedures?
- Any premises where TFD employees perform administrative tasks.
- Designated training grounds and simulation environments only.
- Any location where an employee performs labor or service under the employer's control, including fire grounds and emergency scenes. (correct)
- Only the explicitly designated fire stations and administrative offices.
When must TFD provide safety orientation?
When must TFD provide safety orientation?
- To new employees, rehires, part-time employees, and those transferring to a new workplace. (correct)
- Only to employees transferring to a new workplace.
- Only to full-time employees with no prior safety training.
- Only to new employees during their first week.
According to the safety orientation policy, what is the correct procedure following the completion of the Safety Orientation Checklist?
According to the safety orientation policy, what is the correct procedure following the completion of the Safety Orientation Checklist?
What is the stated purpose of the New Employee Safety Orientation document?
What is the stated purpose of the New Employee Safety Orientation document?
If a TFD employee is returning from an extended leave of absence, what does the New Employee Safety Orientation document state regarding workplace safety orientation?
If a TFD employee is returning from an extended leave of absence, what does the New Employee Safety Orientation document state regarding workplace safety orientation?
Besides the TFD Safety Orientation Checklist, which TFD policy provides guidance on safety precautions in TFD stations?
Besides the TFD Safety Orientation Checklist, which TFD policy provides guidance on safety precautions in TFD stations?
According to the document, which of the following actions falls under the responsibilities of the TFD Safety Officer or their designee?
According to the document, which of the following actions falls under the responsibilities of the TFD Safety Officer or their designee?
Where are completed copies of the signed New Employee Safety Orientation Checklist kept, according to the document?
Where are completed copies of the signed New Employee Safety Orientation Checklist kept, according to the document?
According to the document, when does the safety orientation begin for new employees, rehires, part-time employees, and those transferred to a new workplace?
According to the document, when does the safety orientation begin for new employees, rehires, part-time employees, and those transferred to a new workplace?
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Document Purpose
Document Purpose
Establishes TFD's policy on workplace safety orientation for all new employees.
Document Applicability
Document Applicability
All TFD personnel, including administrative and Information Services staff.
Deputy Chief's Responsibility
Deputy Chief's Responsibility
To ensure all TFD personnel receive timely orientation on workplace safety, including rehires and those returning from leave.
Officer's Role with New Hires
Officer's Role with New Hires
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Workplace Definition
Workplace Definition
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Safety Orientation Coverage
Safety Orientation Coverage
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New Employee Orientation
New Employee Orientation
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Orientation Checklist
Orientation Checklist
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Checklist Signatures
Checklist Signatures
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Checklist Copies
Checklist Copies
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Study Notes
Overview
- This document outlines the TFD's (Tacoma Fire Department) policy for workplace safety orientation for all new employees, applying to all TFD personnel.
- The original document uses the TFD modern format.
- A TFD Safety Orientation Checklist is paired with this document.
- Reference the indicated TFD policies for related information regarding safety regulations, responsibilities, and specific safety topics
Related TFD Policies
- TFD Policy 5001: Compliance with Safety Regulations
- TFD Policy 5002: Management’s Responsibilities
- TFD Policy 5003: Employee Responsibilities
- TFD Policy 5004: Safety Officer/Incident Safety Officers
- TFD Policy 5005: Safety Committee
- TFD Policy 5006: Apparatus and Vehicle Safety
- TFD Policy 5007: Vehicle/Apparatus Accidents
- TFD Policy 5010: Safety Precautions in TFD Stations
- TFD Policy 5011: Chemical Hazard Communication
- TFD Policy 5012: Safety Inspections of TFD Stations
- TFD Policy 5013: Reporting On-the-Job Injury or Illness
- TFD Policy 5014: Reporting Serious Injuries or Fatalities
- TFD Policy 5016: PPE for Structural Firefighting
Responsibilities
- The TFD Safety Officer or designee must maintain this policy document.
- The TFD Safety Officer or designee is responsible for the Safety Division providing timely workplace safety orientation to new recruits at the Training Center.
- The TFD Deputy Chief of Administration or designee ensures all TFD personnel, including administrative and Information Services staff, rehires, and employees returning from extended leave, receive timely workplace safety orientation.
- TFD company officers are responsible for covering all information on the Safety Orientation Checklist with probationary employees; this checklist is included in the new assignment syllabus.
- Upon completion, the company officer confirms review of the checklist and the employee's ability to perform assigned duties safely by signing and dating the checklist.
- The employee also signs and dates the form.
Definitions
- Workplace: Any place where an employee performs labor or service and over which the employer has access or control, including fire grounds and emergency scenes for TFD.
- MSDS: Material Safety Data Sheet
- PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
Rules
- TFD provides safety orientation to all new employees, rehires, part-time employees, and those transferred to a new workplace.
- Safety orientation begins on the first day of employment in the new position.
- The new employee safety orientation includes a thorough briefing on safety issues, including a tour of the facility.
- The TFD Safety Orientation Checklist must be covered during orientation and completed by checking off each item as addressed.
- Both the person providing the orientation and the new employee must sign the checklist upon completion.
- One copy of the signed checklist is kept in the employee's file at TFD, and one is sent to Human Resources (HR).
References
- WAC 296-800-14005
- WAC 296-800-14020
- WAC 296-800-14025
- WAC 296-305-01505 (1, 2, 3)
New Employee Safety Orientation Checklist
- Department Safety Program: Explanation of the Department Occupational Health and Safety Program, Function and members of the Safety Committee
- Immediate reporting of incidents, accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to supervisor
- How to complete incident, accident, and near miss reports
- Potential hazards on the job:
- Review of the Hazard Communication Standard, and MSDS's for the area including the identification of hazardous gases, chemicals, and other materials involved. Instructions on safe use and emergency action following accidental exposure.
- How to use equipment safely (including lifting techniques)
- Care and use of personal protective equipment specific to the position
- Other hazards specific to the job
- What to do in the event of an emergency:
- Review First Aid/Medical Emergency Policy and Procedure including location of first aid facilities and supplies
- Review of emergency and evacuation policy and procedure
- Exit locations and evacuation routes
- Use of firefighting equipment
- Review of procedures specific to position
- Employee work habits:
- Substance abuse and smoking habits
- Housekeeping and safe work practices
- Vehicle Safety:
- Procedure for use of own vehicle or department vehicle for work activities
- Vehicle accident reporting procedure
- Vehicle Accident Review Board
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