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... Immerse yourself in our stacks. Take some time and browse through our library. We have thousands of articles, checklists, tip sheets, sales letters, and more! Communications Marketing Customer Service Planning Finance/Accounting Risk Management Human Resources Selling Legal and E&O Technology Life/Financial Services Glossaries Management Resources & Links Categories Popular Recent All Back Discrimination Protection For Trucking Employees 4/30/2013 10:39:41 PM by CompleteMarkets Editor This content has not been rated yet. INFORMATION DATE 19891003 DESCRIPTION USDOL Program Highlights, Discrimination Protection for Trucking Employees SUBJECT Discrimination protection for trucking employees U.S. Department of Labor Program Highlights Fact Sheet No.OSHA 89-30 DISCRIMINATION PROTECTION FOR TRUCKING EMPLOYEES Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1982 (STAA) gives the Secretary of Labor authority to investigate complaints by truckers, mechanics, freight handlers, and others involved in interstate trucking who believe they have been discharged or discriminated against for protected safety activities. Since provisions of Section 405 of the STAA covering commercial motor vehicle are similar to nondiscrimination requirements in Section 11© of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, the Secretary has given OSHA responsibility for investigating these complaints. The Section 405 provisions set forth a longer time period for filing complaints, permit immediate reinstatement of discharged employees, and authorize compensatory damages and attorney's fees for aggrieved employees whose complaints are substantiated. STAA DISCRIMINATION PROTECTIONS Section 405 prohibits an employer from firing, demoting, or in any other way discriminating against an employee who: refuses to operate a vehicle which fails to meet safety regulations. reports violations of vehicle safety requirements.& ...
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... on the job: Strain and Sprains Modify job procedures to eliminate physical lifting. Use mechanical and other lifting devices wherever possible. When physical lifting is necessary, divide heavy, bulky loads into lighter, smaller loads. Bend knees-instead of your back-when picking up loads. (When you bend over to lift even a light object, your back muscles lift the weight of your entire upper body to return you upright.) Carry loads close to your body. Do not turn or twist abruptly when lifting. Prevent back strain by sliding loads from one surface to another with the same elevation. An adjustable-height dolly can help. Wear back belts, but first make sure to get training on their proper use. Objects Striking Workers Operate and load fork lifts and other moving equipment carefully, making sure the freight doesn't inhibit vision or obstruct walkways. Eliminate blind intersections by hanging safety mirrors in aisle ways, corners and other hard-to-see areas. Wear hard hats in construction areas where there are moving objects and equipment. Machinery-Related Injuries Keep safeguard devices in place and operational. Institute and use lock-out/tag-out procedures when performing maintenance and retooling. Wear protective equipment, including gloves and safety glasses, when appropriate. Motor Vehicle Accidents Wear seat belts. Leave a two-second space cushion between your vehicle and those in front. Prevent nighttime glare by cleaning the inside of the windshield. Inspect all vehicles for safety defects, and repair defects promptly. Use vehicles equipped with airbags and other safety equipment. Eye Injuries Keep floors clean to minimize the potential of airborne contaminants flying into employee's eyes. Wear protective eye glasses in ...
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... set brake, bring mast to vertical, and bring forks to down position. 17. When dismounting load, engaging means should be lowered, controls neutralized, and brake set. 18. Do not use on elevators without authorization. Make sure capacity of elevator is not exceeded. Set brake and shut off power. 19. Operate only on floors or platforms that will safely support vehicle and load. 20. Check flooring of trucks, trailers, and railroad cars for breaks or other structural weakness before driving them. 21. Do not drive in or out of trucks or trailers until they are securely blocked and/or brakes set. 22. Follow PUC guidelines with respect to railroad cars. 23. Keep at least one tire width from the edge of any elevated dock, platform, freight car, or truck. 24. Cross railroad tracks diagonally whenever possible. 25. Do no load in excess of rated capacity. 26. Do not move until load is safely secured. Use care when tilting loads. 27. Place load engaging device in a manner such that load is securely held and supported. 28. Take special precautions securing and handling loads by trucks with attachments and in operation after loads have been removed. Vehicle Safety Rules 1. Vehicles may only be operated by authorized individuals. 2. A proper driver's license and/or operators permit is required. 3. Do not drive any vehicle that you do not feel comfortable handling in both routine and possible emergency situations. Get training if needed. 4. Do not drive any vehicle if your ability is impaired ...
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... as low as possible. When leaving unattended: shut off power, remove key, set brakes, bring mast to vertical, bring forks to down position. When dismounting load, engaging mechanisms should be lowered, controls neutralized, and brake set. Do not use on elevators without authorization. Make sure elevator's capacity is not exceeded. Set brake and shut off power. Operate only on floors or platforms that will safely support vehicle and load. Check floors of trucks, trailers, and railroad cars for breaks or other structural weaknesses before driving them. Do not drive in or out of trucks or trailers until they are securely blocked and/or brakes set. Follow PUC guidelines when work involves railroad cars. Keep at least one tire width from the edge of any elevated dock, platform, freight car, or truck. Cross railroad tracks diagonally whenever possible. Do not load in excess of rated capacity. Do not move until load is safely secured. Use care when tilting loads. Place load engaging device in a manner such that load is securely held and supported. Take special precautions securing and handling loads by trucks with attachments and in operation after loads have been removed. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Laws Drug and alcohol testing have been proven to reduce absenteeism, prevents accidents, lower insurance claims, and saves lives. The Omnibus Employee Testing Act of 1991 mandates rules on alcohol and drug testing for employees in safety-sensitive positions, which include airlines, mass transit, motor carriers, pipelines, and railroads. Alcohol testing must be performed using EBTs (Evidential Breath Testing Devices ...
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... . During dismount of a load, engaging means should be lowered, controls neutralized, and brakes set. 18. Vehicles should not be used on elevators without authorization. Make sure the elevator capacity is not exceeded. Set the brake and shut off power. 19. Driving should be done only on floors or platforms that will safely support both vehicle and load. 20. Check the flooring of trucks, trailers, and railroad cars for brakes or other structural weakness before driving them. 21. Smaller vehicles should be driven in or out of trucks or trailers only when the latter are securely blocked or the brakes set. 22. Follow PUC guidelines with respect to railroad cars. 23. Vehicles should be kept at least one tire width from the edge of any elevated dock, platform, freight car, or truck. 24. Railroad tracks should be crossed diagonally whenever possible. 25. Loads should not exceed rated capacity. 26. No load should be moved until it is safely secured. Care should be taken when tilting loads. 27. Place any load-engaging device in a manner such that the load is securely held and supported. 28. Special precautions should be taken by trucks with attachments when securing and handling loads and during operation after the loads have been removed. If you are using forklifts and don't have a training program, Safety Information Currents offers a FORKLIFT CERTIFICATION BOOK (developed by Safety Compliance) for $59.95. Call Sylvia, (310) 454-2100, for details or to order this manual. C - A - R - S Employee Safe Driving Agreement I ...