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Safety Manual
Manmods 12 Here are the twelfth round of modifications made to the JAC Safety Manual as per the JAC Safety Committee Meeting of 11 May 2001.

Note: There were some modifications made since the 11-May meeting. These appear in green.

Modifications to the front and back covers will appear in the hard copy versions only.
 
Chapter
Section
 
Table of contents
Update revision dates 
Short cut buttons: 
  • change "FIRE-Hilo and FIRE-summit" text color to stand out against a yellow background 
  • remove Design - Chapter 14 (no longer in the Safety Manual) 
Item number 10: correct date to read 02/14/01 
1
A1
Fix title: place Statement of Safety Policy at the JAC below Health and Safety at Work
1
A1.7b
Change …which they supervise - to: …"whom" they supervise.
1
A2c
Change to read "health and safety orientation of new staff" (grammar)
1
A2d
Paragraph 1: change format for easier reading: 
d) the Safety Manual: 
    Note the Safety Manual is updated by… 

Paragraph 2 last sentence change: All other hard copy… to "All other hard copies…" 

1
A2f
Change format for easier reading:
f) the Site Safety Committee:
   The Site Safety Committee is currently…
1
A2k
Remove: "supervisor of the injured person" (is assumed in other staff as appropriate)
1
A2l
5th bullet second sentence - change for clarification: "The master list is maintained by the Site Safety Advisor. A recent example may be found in Chapter 6 section A4."
14th bullet correct grammar to read: " records of all contract supervisors as required in…"
15th bullet remove: "(Chapter 14 sectionG)" (does not exist)
16th bullet correct grammar to read: "…records as required in…"
1
B2a1 & 2
remove the 3 ", etc."(s) and add "and" where appropriate
1
B2b1
replace …regardless of status, classification, level, category or intended length of service. 

with "…including students."

1
B2b2
close parenthesis 
1
C2a
add 2nd item to Supervisors responsibilities: 
" ii. Regularly checks safety training records of his or her staff and works with the SSA to schedule suitable training dates/times."
1
C4
update list of safety training course titles and frequency to match safety training database information
1
D1
1st paragraph: replace on with "one" (typo)
4th paragraph, 1st sentence: replace the Site Safety Advisor with "the Head of Administration" 
last paragraph remove: "to OSHA" (redundant)
1
D2
add new at introduction: Reporting flow chart/timeline
1
D2a1
remove extra period at end of sentence (.)
1
D2a new 3
add to Supervisor responsibilities:
3. Completes the Research Corporation of the 
    University of Hawaii (RCUH) Supervisor's Report
    of Industrial Injury & Accident Investigation form
    and submit it to the JAC Fiscal Administration 
    Assistant within 24-hours of the incident.
1
E1
2nd sentence correct: form to "from"
1
E2b
remove ", etc." and correct to read: "…are acted upon, and appropriate equipment is provided."
1
F
change title to: "Relevant Legislation and JAC Policies"
1
F13
correct in title: member's to "members"
1st paragraph 2nd sentence should read: "…legislation and where…" 
1
H
change title to: "Safety Policies for JAC Staff Working Elsewhere"
2
A2bii
remove hyphen between 2 weeks
2
A2 new c
add: 
c. Supervisor 
    i. Ensures that their staff know the current occupant 
       emergency plans/procedures and equipment 
       locations.
2
B1a
remove ", etc." and correct to read: "For example: person ill and person injured."
2
C
1st paragraph 1st sentence correct to read: 
- "…conditions caused by events such as hurricanes,…" 

- also, remove ", etc." and correct to read: "…lightning, wind, and tsunamis."

2
C2
Pre-storm, 4th bullet correct to read: "Move loose patio furniture inside." 

Post-storm, 2nd bullet correct to read: "Check shops for water damage."

2
C3
last paragraph delete: "in the first instance" 
2
D
1st paragraph 2nd sentence replace: amongst with 
"one of" 

1st paragraph 3rd sentence remove: significant

2
D2
Checklist following major earthquake, 6th bullet: remove "etc." and correct to read: "Inspect shelves, wall shelves and cabinets for sustained…"
2
E2
Re-do table for easier reading
2
E3
During Fire, add new 3rd bullet: "If possible extinguish fire" 

After Fire, reverse order of the 2 bullets

2
F2b
4th sentence: capitalize S in slowly and add (38° C) next to 100° F
2
F3
Immediate Treatment 1st bullet add: /38° C next to 100° F and capitalize T in "this" 

After Cryo Accident 1st bullet correct: medial to "medical"

2
G2a2
Correct last sentence grammar to read: 
"After meeting the above conditions, then apply the following guidelines appropriate to your level of training and to the equipment available."
2
G2a3i
correct to read: "…being upwind and wearing protective clothing."
2
G2a4iii
remove ", etc." and correct to read: "…ventilation system and glassware."
2
H4b
1st bullet change: nuisance to "barrier" 

last bullet correct to read: "Keep victim warm; there is a blanket outside the staff lounge."

2
H4c
last bullet: remove "etc." and change to read: "… rags, and towels…"
2
I1a
correct to read: "To inform the Human Resource Manager or in his/her absence the Head of Administration or Designated Official."
2
I2a3
1st sentence change: himself to "themselves"
2
I2a4iii
remove "etc." and change to read: "…where it is located, and what time it will go off."
2
I2a4vi
change his to "their"
2
I2ba
correct to read: "Immediately inform the Human Resource Manager or in his/her absence the Head of Administration or Designated Official."
2
I3a
1st bullet correct to read: correct to read: "Immediately inform the Human Resource Manager or in their absence the Head of Administration or Designated Official." and move to follow bullet: "Write down caller's exact words." 

Delete 2nd bullet: Have Administration call police. (it is already implied in Administration's responsibilities.

2
J
Eyewash Stations add new bullet: "Microwave lab, room #71"
2
K2aiii
remove: "(see the JAC evacuation map in Section L of this chapter)" (Evacuation map is currently under production. This reference will reappear when it is complete.)
2
K2b
replace: Section Wardens… with "Building Wardens…" 
2
K3a
remove: "(see the JAC evacuation map in Section L of this chapter)" 

(Evacuation map is currently under production. This reference will reappear when it is complete.)

2
K3biii
remove: "etc." correct sentence to read: "…towels, clothing, and paper."
4
A2b1
change sentence to read: "Maintains all the equipment they use or for which they are responsible."
4
A3e
change 1st sentence to read: "Fluid leaks in equipment will be fixed immediately."
4
B2a
remove: hyphen in Co-ordinator
4
B3cii
remove: "sea-level visitors"
4
B3dii
last sentence remove: "For school parties"
4
B3e
correct reference should read: "Chapter 9 section G2d"
4
B3fi
2nd sentence change to read: "The visiting team is required to produce an outline plane of their activities and complete, the VIP Guidelines, Addendum 10." 

add new 3rd sentence: "These are to be reviewed by the associated JAC staff member." 

2nd bullet remove: "The team leader may brief other members, but it has to happen." (not relevant)

4
C
change title to read: "Working Alone in Hilo"
4
C3b 
On Weekends-i.: add new bullet after 2nd bullet: 
  • Remember to turn off the alarm. 
On Weekends-ii. 1st bullet: change Sign out on…" to "Sign out in…"
4
C3c
2nd paragraph 2nd sentence: change sentence grammar to: "Failure to answer the call will result in Alert Alarm sending a security guard or a designated staff member from home to the JAC." 

1st bullet: capitalize L in lift

4
D1
remove extra period at end of sentence (.)
4
D3h
change grammar to read: "Chemicals which might react and emit dangerous fumes,…"
4
D3k
change: …tops of cabinets. to "…tops of tables."
4
D3l
remove: "A"s from Chapter 6 and Chapter 7
4
D3m
1st sentence change: …are permitted. to " …is permitted."
4
E3d
change: …facilities manager. to "Site Safety Advisor."
4
E3k 
change last sentence for clarification: "Where possible, new filing cabinets should be purchased with the feature that prevents more than one drawer being open at a time."
4
E3w
change: …facilities manager. to "Site Safety Advisor."
4
Ex
delete entire sentence: "Wear appropriate footwear." 
4
G2b2
remove: "etc." and correct to read "…time schedule and restricted work areas."
4
G2c & G3l
move G3l: "The contractor is responsible for proper disposal of chemical…" to G2c Contractor: (new #8) (heading is more appropriate) 

G3m becomes G3l

4
H3a
1st sentence: remove "etc." and correct to read "…sharp protrusions and rotating parts." 

2nd sentence change grammar: "For heavy objects, establish the location of the center of gravity."

4
H3b
1st sentence remove: "etc." and correct to read: "…which side to lift and any intermediate resting points."
4
I3
add for clarification: "…Anna M Elanto-Sneed of the law firm Carlsmith…"
4
J1
last sentence change: …the risk or injury to "…the risk of injury…"
4
J3
correct sequence of heading letters
4
J4
1st sentence correct: Class 1 laser… to "Class 1 lasers…"
4
J5
correct sequence of heading letters, i.e. to a, b, c, d, e, f
4
J5 (d) ii
last sentence correct typo: …and he to "…and the…"
4
J5 (d) vi
remove "etc." and correct to read: "…telescopes, and microscopes."
4
J5 (d) x
change: …ring… to "…rings…"
4
J5 (e)
2nd paragraph 4th sentence: remove "etc." and correct to read "…of materials, and damage to objects entering the laser beam…"
4
J5 (f)
change for clarification from: …some laser associated equipment possesses special unique hazards - to: "…some laser associated equipment present unique hazards."
6
A4
update List of Hazardous Substances
11
A2 new c
add new: 
c. Supervisor
Ensures that their staff is aware of emergency equipment 
locations and safety procedures.
11
B1
introduction: link addendum 3 (tif file now available)
11
B1a
remove: "etc." correct to read: "…person ill, and person injured."
11
B4d
change title to: "JCMT Telescope Scheduler…"
11
B4 new f
add new: 
" f. Wendy Light, Head of Administration, 961-6453"
former "f. JAC Headquarters…" becomes new "h"
11
C1
- replace: Eye and Skin Emergency Station with 
"Heated Eyewash Drench Hose Unit" (location remains the same)
- remove: Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods and location 
information (no longer used)
- add location bullet under: Emergency Blanket
"Control room vestibule"


- remove 2nd location bullet under: MK Emergency 

Evacuation Procedure Manual…
- add location bullet under: Safety Glasses "Receiver prep room"
- correct location bullet under: Automated External
Defibrillator (AED) - should read: "Control room vestibule"
- add new: 
Emergency Battery Lantern
- Outside of crew room in safety cabinet
11
C2
- remove: asterisks (*) and footnote
- remove: Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods and location 
information (no longer used)
- remove 2nd location bullet under: MK Emergency
Evacuation Procedure Manual…
- add new: 
Emergency Battery Lantern 
- Crew room locker
11
D2ai
1st sentence should read: " The TSS if present and in charge…"
2nd sentence correct link references: 
- Chapter 10 section D (JCMT)
- Chapter 19 section E (UKIRT)
11
D2b
add "(WL)" after Work Leader
11
D2bi
change sentence for clarification: "The Work Leader will make the decision to evacuate, or take charge if evacuation is impossible."
11
D3a
change sentence for clarification: "The TSS/WL will monitor windspeed and other conditions and will make the decision to evacuate."
11
G2
change sentence for clarification: "All staff at the telescopes should be aware of the limitations of the standby generators."
11
J3aiv
change from "Inform JAC.." to name specific contact persons: 

"Inform JCMT Telescope Scheduler or UKIRT Head of Operations - phone numbers are listed in section B of this chapter."

11
J3bii
last bullet, 1st sentence change to name specific contact persons: 
"Inform Head of Administration, Site Safety Advisor and JCMT Telescope Scheduler or UKIRT Head of Operations."
11
J3c
add new 3rd sentence: "It may be administered without EMS advice.
last sentence change: should to "can"
11
K
remove: "Additional copies are in the JCMT and UKIRT first aid cabinets."
11
O1
- change title to read: "JCMT and UKIRT emergency
   standby telephones"
- 1st sentence replace with: "These are to be used with
   the telephone company lines if the local system has 
   failed."
- 2nd sentence replace with: "They can be plugged 
  directly into the telephone company line, they cannot be 
  used with the installed system."
- 3rd sentence correct to read: "At JCMT the telephone 
   is located…"
- add new last sentence: "At UKIRT the telephone is 
   located in the computer room, north wall. Plug it into the
   jack labelled emergency phone line, computer room 
   north wall. 
11
P3a
correct to read: "…emergency escape chain ladder."
 
Addendum 1
- remove "T.G.Hawarden" from List of Post Holders
- remove "Fred Baas" from Authorised Equipment 
  Operators list
 
Addendum 2
update "Most recent update" column
 
Back cover
- add under JAC Numbers: "UKIRT (during power outage), 961-6091"
- under Vehicles: change Explorer 7 to "Trooper 7" (phone number remains the same)

Contact: JAC webmasters. Updated: Thu May 24 11:07:34 HST 2001

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