Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Course 7600 (Hurricane Katrina Disaster Site Worker Course)
Instructor Guide Lessons 1-10
The following is the Instructor Guide for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 16-hour awareness course, designed to enable Disaster Site Workers to recognize that they have a responsibility to make decisions and choices that will positively affect their personal health/safety and that of others at the site. See copyright information below.
Introduction
Instructor Introduction(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Introduction/Compiled_OSHA_Instructor_slides.pdf) Includes Coverpage, Spine, Contents, Foreward, Copyright Statement, Course Design and Organization of this Volume (775 KB)
Main Content (188 MB) This lesson sets the stage for the Hurricane Katrina Disaster Site Worker Course and defines the course goal and audience. Main Content (2.2 MB) Body of Lesson 1. Course Goals and Objectives (52 KB) Provides a detailed description of the goals and objectives for the course. Personal Theme Worksheet (20.8 KB) Worksheet to use with Lesson 1.
Lesson 2: NIMS and ICS
Main Content(132.7 KB) This 1 hour lesson will enable the participant to understand the purpose of an Incident Command System (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Main Content(3 MB) Body of Lesson 2 in PowerPoint format. Role of the Disaster Site Worker under an ICS (15.6 KB) Component describes the role of disaster site workers. ICS Modular Organization (62.1 KB) Describes the ICS organization and structure. Small, Medium, and Large Incident Scenes Involving Skilled Support Personnel (SSP)(3.6 MB) Small, medium, and large incidents are defined the chain of command are illustrated in chart format. Incident Command Module(3.6 MB) This instructional module focuses on the approach to follow at an emergency incident. Worker Safety and Health Support Annex(34 KB) Document provides an overview of the Worker Safety and Health Support Annex to the National Response Plan (NRP). OSHA Skilled Support Personnel(5.6 MB) International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) module for skilled support personnel. Evacuation(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson2/Lesson2_evacuate_NADC_1.mpg) (4.8 MB) Video on evacuation.
Lesson 3: Overview of Safety and Health Hazards for Hurricane Responders
Main Content (76.2 KB) This topic will enable the participant to recognize characteristics of a disaster site and their responsibility as a disaster site worker. Main Content(1.8 MB) PowerPoint version of the main content. Hurricane Cleanup News Release (24 MB) A press release from OSHA entitled, OSHA Issues Alert on the Dangers Associated with Cleanup and Recovery from Hurricanes. Chainsaws (352 KB) OSHA factsheet on chainsaw safety. Cleanup Hazards (25 KB) OSHA factsheet provides an overview of common hazards workers may encounter during cleanup activities. Flood Cleanup (22 KB) OSHA factsheet on flood cleanup safety for workers. Human Remains (23 MB) OSHA health and safety factsheet for workers that handle human remains. Tree Trim (350 MB) OSHA factsheet that provides tree trimming tips. Rodents, Snakes, Insects Card (19 MB) OSHA factsheet card on rodents, snakes, and insects. NIOSH Interim Guidance: Workers Involved with Burning of Hurricane Debris(http://www.osha.gov/dts/shib/shib101003.html) Document produced by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) that provides health and safety interim guidelines for workers involved in the handling of or burning hurricane debris. NIOSH Warns of Hazards of Flood Cleanup Work(http://www.osha.gov/dts/shib/shib101003.html) NIOSH webpage provides information on common hazards for workers involved in cleanup after a hurricane. CDC Interim Immunization Recommendations for Emergency Responders: Hurricane Katrina (84 MB) The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention have produced interim immunization recommendations for emergency responders involved in the hurricane katrina response and recovery activities.
Lesson 4: Safety Hazards
Main Content(515 KB) This topic will enable the participant to recognize disaster site safety hazards. Aerial Lifts Safety Card(24.5 KB) OSHA Aerial Lifts safety card. Accident Summary Fact Sheet: Explosion (75.1 KB) An accident summary factsheet on an explosion. Accident Summary Sheet Fact: Falling from Excavator Bucket(91 KB) An accident summary factsheet on falling from an Excavator Bucket. Accident Summary Fact Sheet: Caught In between (88 KB) An accident summary factsheet on a worker being caught in or between equipment. Accident Summary Fact Sheet: Crushed by Falling Wall (109 KB) An accident summary factsheet on a worker being injured by a falling wall. Work Zone Traffic Safety Fact Sheet (21 KB) OSHA work zone traffic safety factsheet. Work Zone Traffic Safety Quick Card (19 KB) An OSHA safety card on work zone traffic safety. Unstable Structure Exercise 1 (1.8 MB) This is a PowerPoint presentation for unstable structure safety. Unstable Structure Exercise 1 (151 KB) This is the PDF version, without notes for unstable structure safety. Unstable Structure Exercise 2 (866 KB) A second PowerPoint presentation for unstable structure safety. Unstable Structure Exercise 2 (194 KB) This is the PDF version, without notes for Unstable Structure Excercise 2. Fall Protection Anchorage(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_FallProtectionAnchorage_NADC_1.mpg) (2.3 MB) A video on fall protection anchorage. Fall Protection Safety Harness(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_FallProtectionSafetyHarness_NADC_1.mpg) (2.4 MB) A video on the use of a safety harness for fall protection. Fire(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_fire_NADC_1.mpg) (4.58 MB) A video on fire safety. Guidelines for Volunteers(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_2-GuidelinesForVolunteers_CSC.MPG) (19.9 MB) A video that provides safety guidelines for volunteers. Heavy Equipment 1 ("/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_HeavyEquipment1_NADC_1.mpg) (3.2 MB) A video on heavy equipment safety. Heavy Equipment 2(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_HeavEquipment2_NADC_1.mpg) (7.0 MB) A video on heavy equipment safety- part 2. Heavy Equipment Hand Signals(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_HeavyEquipmentHandSignals_NADC1.mpg) (2.6 MB) A video on the use of heavy equipment hand signals. Heavy Equipment Pinch Points(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_HeavyEquipmentPinchPoin_NADC_-1.mpg) (3.6 MB) Video on the use of heavy equipment pinch points. Heavy Equipment Under Load(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_HeavyEquipmentUnderLoad_NADC1.mpg) (5.1 MB) A video on heavy equipment underload. Housekeeping (/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_Housekeeping_NADC1.mpg) (2.4 MB) A video on importance of cleaning the work area. Safety Inspection(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_InspectTrain_NADC1.mpg) (4.9 MB) Video provides tips on conducting a safety inspection prior to the start of a job. Lifting(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_Lifting_NADC1.mpg) (4.5 MB)Video reviews lifting techniques. Load Trucks 1(/wetp/public/hasl_get_blob.cfm?ID=3914) (4.8 MB) Video provides worker tips for loading trucks. Load Trucks 2 (/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_LoadTrucks2_NADC1.mpg) (2.0 MB) Video provides additional tips for loading trucks. OxyAcetylene 1(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_OxyAcetylene1_NADC1.mpg) (10.1 MB) Video on OxyAcetylene safety. OxyAcetylene 2(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_OxyAcetylene2_NADC1.mpg) (13.1 MB) Video provide additional safety tips on working with OxyAcetylene. Power Line(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_PowerLine_CSC.mpg) (18.3 MB) Video on power line safety. Report Correct Ask(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_ReportCorrectAsk_NADC1.mpg) (7.0 MB) Video discusses the importance of reporting unsafe conditions and asking questions on safety. Report Hazard Injuries(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_ReportHazardsInjuries_NADC1.mpg) (3.7 MB) Video discusses the importance of reporting hazard injuries. Safety Message(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_SafetyMessage_NADC1.mpg) (1.3 MB) Video stresses the importance of following safety guidelines. Serious Business(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_SeriousBusiness_NADC1.mpg) (3.7 MB) Video stresses the importance of taking safety seriously. Site Access(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_SiteAccess_NADC1.mpg) (5.3 MB) Video discusses the importance of controling access to a work site. Torch On Off(/wetp/public/hasl_get_blob.cfm?ID=3915) (9.4 MB) Video reviews torch safety. Welding Precautions(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_WeldingPrecautions_NADC1.mpg) (10.2 MB) Video reviews welding precautions.
Lesson 5: Health Hazards
Main Content(1.1 MB) This lesson covers worker health hazards. Brief Guide Mold Workplace(http://www.osha.gov/dts/shib/shib101003.html) OSHA webpage provides safety guidelines for working in an environment with mold. Carbon Monoxide Card (19 KB) OSHA safety card on carbon monoxide. Cold Stress Card(20 KB) OSHA safety card on cold stress. Constant Noise Hazard Alert Card(23 KB) OSHA safety card on noise exposure. Crystalline Silica Exposure Card(37 KB) OSHA safety card on crystalline silica exposure Health Hazard A picture of a health hazard. Heat Stress Card(23 KB) OSHA heat stress safety card. Mold Card(19 KB) OSHA mold safety card. Protective Clothing Air Sampling A picture of workers performing a protective clothing air sampling. How Does Lead Get Into Your Body(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_WeldingPrecautions_NADC1.mpg) (30.4 MB)Video provides overview of lead exposure. Personal Example(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_WeldingPrecautions_NADC1.mpg) (25.0 MB) Video of an individual case of lead poisoning in a worker. Air Monitoring(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_WeldingPrecautions_NADC1.mpg) (16.7 MB) Video provides an overview on air monitoring. Hazard Animation(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_WeldingPrecautions_NADC1.mpg) (7.4 MB)Video explains how chemical inhaled affect lung function. Ryan Interview(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson4/Lesson4_WeldingPrecautions_NADC1.mpg) (5.7 MB) Video discusses the importance of wearing respirator protection when working in an environment with airborne chemicals. Asbestos(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_Asbestos2NADC1.mpg) (1.5 MB) Video discusses the hazards of asbestos exposure. General Hygiene (/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_GeneralHygieneNADC1.mpg) (5.5 MB) Video discusses the importance of practicing good hygiene in the workplace. Grajeda(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_Grajeda_CPWR1.mpg) (9.1 MB) Video of a worker discussing his personal account of working with asbestos. Video is in Spanish with English captions. Lead 1(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_Lead1_NADC_1.mpg) (2.6 MB) Video discusses the hazards of working in a lead environment. Lead 2(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_Lead2_NADC1.mpg) (4.9 MB)Video discusses how lead gets into your body. Lead Silica(/wetp/public/hasl_get_blob.cfm?ID=3928) (864 KB) Brief video clip on on the safety measures taken to protect workers from lead exposure. Noise 1(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_Noise1_NADC1.mpg) (2.2 MB) Video discusses the importance of wearing hearing protection when working around loud equipment. Noise 2(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_Noise1_NADC1.mpg) (5.4 MB)Another video emphasizing the importance of wearing hearing protection. Respirators(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_Noise1_NADC1.mpg) (7.6 MB) Video discusses the various types of respirators and their purpose. PCBS(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_PcbsNADC1.mpg) (7.2 MB) Video discusses the hazards of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBS). Respiratory Hazard(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_RespiratoryHazard_CSC.mpg) (23.8 MB) Video discusses the effects of inhaling PCBS on the lungs. Silica (/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_Silicia_NADC1.mpg) (7.5 MB) Video describes the health hazards of silica exposure. Unlabeled Hazard(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson5/Lesson5_UnlabeledContainer_NADC1.mpg) (3.8 MB) Video discusses the hazards of unlabled substances.
Lesson 6: Traumatic Incident Stress Awareness
Main Content (213 KB) This lesson covers traumatic incident stress awareness and the effects on disaster site workers. Main Content (562 KB) PowerPoint version of lesson 6. Handout (23.74 KB) Handout activity to use with lesson 6.
Lesson 7: Respiratory Protection
Main Content (140 KB) This lesson covers the use of respiratory protection by disaster site workers. Fact Sheets for Workers in Secondary Response The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) factsheet for protecting workers involved in a secondary response. NIOSH Respirator Cleaning Procedures NIOSH factsheet on cleaning a respirator. Performance Test Instructor Revisions (65.2 KB) Factsheet provides instructions for inspecting, donning, and doffing a half-face air-purifying respirator for instructors. Performance Test Worker Revisions (60.4 KB) Factsheet provides worker instructions for inspecting, donning, and doffing a half-face air-purifying respirator. Types of Respiratory Protection (8.6 MB) Pictures of workers wearing various respirators and protective clothing. Engineering Controls Video of egineering controls. Volpe Graham Interview(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_1A_VolpeGrahamInterviewCPWR1.mpg) (8.0 MB) Workers provide personal insight on the importance of wearing respirators when needed. Respiratory Animation(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_1B_RespiratoryAnimation_CPWR1.mpg) (9.7 MB) Video explains the respiration process of the lungs. Ostrander Interview(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_2A_OstranderInterviewCPWR1.mpg) (8.0 MB) Worker provides their personal account of the lack of respirator use during the World Trade Center cleanup activities. How They Work(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_2B_HowTheyWorkAnimationCPWR.mpg) (6.5 MB)Video discusses how respirators work. Volpe Interview 2(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_3A_VolpeInterviewCPWR1.mpg) (8.7 MB)Worker provides instructions on how to clean a respirator and the importance of performing this task. Negative Demo(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_3B_NegativeDemo_CPWR.mpg) (5.5 MB) Video provides tips on how to test a respirator using negative pressure. Positive Demo(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_3C_PositiveDemo.mpg) (6.8 MB) Video provides instructions on how perform a positive pressure check on a respirator. Respirators(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_RespiratorsNADC1.mpg) (3.9 MB)Video discusses when a respirator need to be changed. Welding Respirators(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson7/Lesson7_WeldingRespiratorNADC1.mpg) (2.4 MB) Video discusses the why its important to use a respirator when performing welding activities.
Lesson 8: Other Personel Protective Equipment
Main Content (307 KB) This lesson covers the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), other than respirators and hearing protection. NIOSH: Interim Guidance PPE for Flood Workers(http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/flood/pdfs/ppe-flood.pdf) NIOSH pdf document designed to provide interim guidance on PPE for flood workers. NIOSH: PPE for Hurricane Flood Response(http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/flood/pe-workers.html) NIOSH webpage on the interim guidance on PPE for flood workers. Donning and Doffing of Protective Clothing (25 KB) Factsheet provides the procedures for donning and doffing protective clothing. Eye Safety(http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/eye/) NIOSH webpage on eye safety. Level C and D (24 KB) Document provides description of levels C and D protection, along with recommendations for when it is appropriate to use them. Sample PPE Protection Checklist (17.8 KB) Factsheet provides a checklist for inspecting PPE. Personal Protective Equipment (14.5 MB) Pictures of Personal Protective Equipment. Boots Gloves(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson8/Lesson8_BootsGlovesNADC1.mpg) (7.4 MB) Video discusses the importance of workers donning steel toe boots and safety gloves when working with debris. Protective Clothing(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson8/Lesson8_ProtectiveClothingNADC1.mpg) (6.5 MB) Video discusses the importance of wearing protective clothing properly.
Lesson 9: Decontamination
Main Content (101 KB) This lesson will explore reasons for decontamination, discuss what types of items may require decontamination, describe various methods for the decontamination of personnel, and explain where decontamination will typically be done on a disaster site. Site Emergencies (531 KB) This document discusses site emergencies. Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities (17 KB) (Coverpage for the NIOSH Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities. Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities (330 KB) Main text for the NIOSH Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities. Appendix D: Sample Decontamination Procedures (260 KB) Provides decontamination procedures for levels A, B, and C protective equipment. General Decontamination Card OSHA safety card on general decontamination procedures. General Decontamination Fact Sheet OSHA factsheet on general decontamination procedures. OSHA ABSA Fact Sheet (39 KB) OSHA and American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) have produced a factsheet on hygiene and protective practices for workers. Reduce Contamination The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) conducted a study of contamination of workers' homes by hazardous substances transported from the workplace. The study documented cases of home contamination from 28 countries and 36 states in the United States. Reported cases cover a wide variety of materials, industries, and occupations. After Work(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson8/Lesson8_BootsGlovesNADC1.mpg) (13.0 MB) Video provides tips on decontamination procedures for workers following a work day. Greeting Family(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson8/Lesson8_BootsGlovesNADC1.mpg) (17.2 MB) Video provides tips on how to greet and handle the stresses of family following a workday. Decontamination- No Sound(/wetp/public/hasl_get_blob.cfm?ID=3931) (20.3 MB) Video provides an overview of decontamination procedures for workers at the end of a work day. General Hygiene(/WETP/Docs/OSHA7600/InstructorManual/Lesson9/Lesson9_GeneralHygieneNADC1.mpg) (5.5 MB) Video provides an overview of general hygiene practices for workers following the end of a work day.
Lesson 10: Final Exercise
Final Exercise (90 KB) The final exercise for the Disaster Site Worker Course consists of a workshop that will assess the mastery of all parts of the course goal. Safe Versus Unsafe (28 KB) Student instructions on a group exercise. Instructions for Trainers (34 KB) Instructions on a group exercise for trainers.
Copyright Information
Some of the materials provided with this manual are copyrighted and may be used only for the conduct of courses #5600 and #7600 without further permission of the copyright holder. Specifically, any video clips that are noted Center to Protect Workers' Rights (CPWR), Construction Safety Council (CSC), or National Association of Demolition Contractors (NADC) are restricted as to further use. Curriculum materials for the course Emergency Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts (8-hour Class), which was produced by Community Research Associates for the Office of Domestic Preparedness, are likewise restricted.