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Restaurant Safety

Restaurant Safety. Agenda. Safety Triangle Statistics Four leading categories of injuries Plus one Regular inspections of facility Training Restaurant checklist. Safety Triangle. Remove or Isolate the Exposures Improve Work Practices Use PPE & Equipment. Statistics.

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Restaurant Safety

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  1. Restaurant Safety

  2. Agenda • Safety Triangle • Statistics • Four leading categories of injuries • Plus one • Regular inspections of facility • Training • Restaurant checklist

  3. Safety Triangle Remove or Isolate the Exposures Improve Work Practices Use PPE & Equipment

  4. Statistics • Restaurants experience 7.7 nonfatal on the job injuries a year (per 100 full time injuries) BLS statistics

  5. Leading 4 Categories of injuries • Slips & falls • Strains & sprains • Cuts & Lacerations • Burns • Workplace Violence BLS statistics

  6. Slips & Falls • Exposures • Wet areas • Congested areas • Uneven surfaces • Grease build up • Mopping floors • Floor clutter

  7. Slips & Falls • Control Measures • Non slip shoes • Wear appropriate shoes & clothing

  8. Slips & Falls • Control Measures • Evaluate floor surfaces • Keep drain covers in place • Non slip mats in wet areas

  9. Slips & Falls • Control Measures • Wipe up spills immediately • Caution/Wet Floor signs • Dry mop • Pick up food and other items as soon as possible • Use caution tape to alert employees & customers of elevation changes

  10. Strains & Sprains • Exposures • Awkward postures & positions • Reaching, clearing tables • Emptying garbage • Mopping floors • Lifting

  11. Strains & Sprains • Control Measures • When lifting trays The proper way Improper way

  12. Strains & Sprains • Control Measures • Avoid reaching across tables while serving customers or clearing the tables. • Ask the customer to assist you in passing the plates

  13. Strains & Sprains • Control Measures • Use the buddy system when moving tables • Try to keep the heaviest items between the shoulders and knees

  14. Strains & Sprains • Control Measures • Use anti-fatigue mats on hard surfaces to help reduce the risk of fatigue. • Use mats in wet areas to soak up some of the liquids

  15. Strains & Sprains • Control Measures • Provide carts for bussing tables and moving dishes around • Use ergonomically designed tools that allow the wrist to stay in the neutral position

  16. Burns • Exposures • Hot beverages • Hot plates • Hot surfaces-grill, steam pots • Deep fat fryers

  17. Burns • Control Measures • Wait until the coffee is done brewing before removing the pot • Use hot pads

  18. Burns • Control Measures • Do not reach above ovens, steamers or fryers • Do not open cookers & steam ovens while under pressure

  19. Cuts & Lacerations • Exposures • Knives left on counters • Meat slicers • Using utensils & equipment improperly • Broken dishes, glasses

  20. Cuts & Lacerations • Control Measures • Keep knives in holders when not in use • Keep knives sharp

  21. Cuts & Lacerations • Control Measures • Instruct employees how to use knives correctly

  22. Cuts & Lacerations • Control Measures • Do not place knives in the sink • Wear cut-resistant gloves

  23. Cuts & Lacerations • Control Measures • Instruct employees on proper cleaning procedures for the meat slicer • Zero out the blade

  24. Cuts & Lacerations • Control Measures • Instruct employees on proper clean up of broken dishes/glass

  25. Workplace Violence • Exposures • Robberies-at opening/closing • Handling Cash • Deliveries

  26. Workplace Violence • Control Measures • Robberies-at opening/closing • Handling Cash

  27. Workplace Violence • Control Measures • Deliveries

  28. Workplace Violence • Control Measures • Security Systems • Work with local Police • Security Procedures

  29. RESTAURANT CHECKLIST

  30. Summary • Safety Triangle • Remove or Isolate Exposures • Improve work Practices • Use PPE • 4 leading categories of restaurant injuries • Slips & falls • Strains & sprains • Cuts & Lacerations • Burns • Workplace Violence • Inspect your facilities, train employees

  31. Summit web site • www.summitholdings.com • Employer Resources • Safety • Posters, Media Library, Safety Talks • Safety Training • Webinars, OSHA 10-Hour Classes • Business Center • Policies, Claims Search • Forms • Claims Forms • Health questionnaire, OSHA Recordkeeping • Safety Forms • Accident Investigation Report, PPE Agreement

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