Special emphasis programs

J. Excavation/trenching hazards specified below that are covered by the Special Emphasis Program— Trenching and Excavation (See CPL 02-00-069)... 

To address a unique issue or a specific problem, the use of special emphasis programs is an appropriate motivational tool. These programs define a problem or issue, use symbolism (drawings or slogans) to elicit or trigger an appropriate response, indicate a true interest in the special area of emphasis, and use a structured approach to address the special issue. It is used to cause focused attention on a specific area. An example would be a special emphasis program on back injury prevention. 

An example of a special emphasis program is a ladder safety program. A ladder safety program will be utilized as an example to illustrate how this might be done. 

The first step is to develop a policy that will be signed by top management regarding the commitment to the special emphasis program on ladder safety. 

Produce documentation to support the company s compliance efforts or special emphasis programs. 

The prevention and control of hazards can be accomplished in many ways. The primary way is through the reporting of hazards by employees and the correction of hazards by supervisors or other company qualified personnel. Second, employers can use preventive maintenance programs, special emphasis programs, training, workplace audits, engineering controls, administrative controls, and, as a last resort, personal protective equipment. 

OSHA Instruction DFO CPL 2.70 - January 29, 1986, Special Emphasis Program Hazardous Waste... 

Special emphasis programs are designed to meet the imique occupational safety and health needs of the company. The previous example of a special emphasis ladder safety program could have just as easily been an accident repeat program for those... 

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