Resources have been updated or added to our Online Resource Library

 

Considerations for Crisis Communication Planning: Download

Distracted Driver Statement: Download

Guidelines for Conducting Emergency Drills: Download

Preventing Slips & Falls Checklist: Download

Sample Social Media Guidelines: Download

Sample Transportation Policy: Download

Snow Shoveling Safety: Download

Snow-Thrower Safety Fact Sheet: Download

Vehicle Safety Equipment List: Download

Winter Driving Tips: Download

Winter Storm Safety: Download

Workplace Safety Toolkit: Link

Workplace Violence Fact Sheet (English): Download

Workplace Violence Fact Sheet (Spanish): Download

Workplace Violence Prevention: Link

 

 

Safe-Wise Consulting has added a weekly Blog!

 

Weekly postings will include timely, first person observations and editorials on current trends, issues and challenges for risk management with nonprofits. Safe-Wise staff and guests will provide timely information to help nonprofits deal with the challenges they face each day. Readers will be able to post comments for each posting. For more information visit our Blog page to view the linked material and sign-up for the RSS feed.

 

Timely preparation to reduce the impact of severe winter weather can avert many accidents and safety concerns. The following measures can be effective in dealing with the challenges of severe winter weather.

 

Facilities: Roofs should be inspected for soundness and drainage systems should be cleared to alleviate water and ice build-up with snow loads. Sky lights, windows and other openings should be prepared to prevent water infiltration. Staff or contractors must be prepared to keep walks, parking lots and floors clear, free from ice and standing water. HVAC units require regular maintenance and filter changes, preparing for the change of season when many staff and members will be indoors is crucial to maintaining properly functioning equipment and good air quality. AC units should be properly shut down and secured for the season by qualified personal to ensure that they function properly in the future. Kerosene space heaters and gasoline powered generators should not be used indoors. Holiday decorations must meet fire safety requirements and be properly installed.

 

Communications: Closing and communication plans should be reviewed and communicated to staff, members and parents. NOAA Weather Radio or local authorities can be monitored for severe weather warnings. Contingency plans for stranded staff or participants can be reviewed.

 

General: First aid kits should be stocked and flashlights should be made available for use in the event of power outages. Back-up and surge systems should be utilized to maintain computers, peripherals and association files. Staff working outdoors must dress for the season and expected conditions: for cold weather, wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. Outer garments should be tightly woven and water-repellent. Mittens are warmer than gloves. Wear a hat. Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs from extremely cold air. Wear sturdy, waterproof boots in snow or flooding conditions.

 

More information about planning for weather and emergencies can be found in the Online Library.

 

The Wahooo Swim Monitor System (SMS) monitors swimmers through the use of a swimband that each swimmer in the pool wears. The swimband has a microprocessor that measures the time a swimmer’s head is submerged underwater. If the swimband senses that the swimmer has been submerged too long, it transmits an emergency alert signal to the system, immediately alerting lifeguards and supervisors to a dangerous situation.

 

Website: www.wahooosms.com