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OSHA Safety Training

Basics

Project TitleOSHA Safety Training
Employer SiteTriumvirate Environmental Inc., 200 Inner Belt Road, 4th Floor, Somerville, MA 02143
Submitted By (Teacher Name)George C Protopopescu
SchoolMinuteman High School
Brief Description and RationaleProvide students with an understanding of safety in the workplace as mandated by OSHA
The U.S. Congress created OSHA under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (the OSH Act) in order "to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation safe and healthful working conditions and to preserve our human resources." The mission of OSHA is to save lives, prevent injuries and protect the health of America`s workers. Some of the things OSHA does to carry out its mission are developing job safety and health standards, keeping track of job-related injuries and illnesses, and providing training programs.
(https://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/intro_osha/intro_to_osha_guide.html)
The unit is meant to inform and educate about OSHA 10 topics leading to certification.

Essential Questions
Why was OSHA established?
What training is necessary to keep workers safe?
What type of activity-appropriate protective equipment must workers wear?
How do we reduce the number of injuries and deaths?
Grade Level10th
Materials / ResourcesLesson 1: PowerPoint Personal Protective Equipment
Youtube videos
PPE assessment tool
Industry guest speaker
Lesson 2: PowerPoint Fire Extinguishers
Youtube videos
Lesson 3: PowerPoint Bloodborne Pathogens
Youtube videos
Industry guest speaker
Lesson 4: PowerPoint Flammable Liquids
Youtube videos
Firefighting station tour and practice
Lesson 5: PowerPoint Confined Space
Youtube videos
Industry training facility tour and practice
Duration of lesson5 lessons each varying in length
Lesson 1: Personal Protective Equipment (2x90 minute classes)
Lesson 2: Fire Extinguishers (2x90 minute classes)
Lesson 3: Bloodborne Pathogens (2x90 minute classes)
Lesson 4: Flammable Liquids (1x90 minute class, 1x180 minute)
Lesson 5: Confined Space (1x90 minute class, 1x240 minute)
Key Vocabulary / Word WallSafety, legislation, hazards, employee, employer, prevention, SOP (standard operating procedure), training, chemicals, SDS (safety data sheet), safeguard, confined space, flammable, PPE (personal protective equipment), fire extinguisher, pathogen, bloodborne
Pre-Requisite KnowledgeNone
Strategies to promote equityProvide more time for students to process information and answer questions, provide various examples from a variety of sources, make learning materials available via digital platforms, allow for group work
Instructional ObjectivesSWBAT: DESCRIBE the various types of personal protective equipment and their functions, from memory
SWBAT: DEMONSTRATE proper use of various types of personal protective equipment in simulated conditions
SWBAT: DESCRIBE the various types of fire extinguishers and their functions, from memory
SWBAT: DEMONSTRATE proper use of the various types of fire extinguishers in simulated conditions
SWBAT: LIST the three ways exposure to bloodborne pathogens commonly occurs, from memory
SWBAT: LIST three important steps to take if exposed to a bloodborne pathogen, from memory
SWBAT: DESCRIBE the various types of flammable liquids and their properties, from memory
SWBAT: LIST the elements that are used to identify a confined space and standard operating procedures associated with them, from memory
SWBAT: DEMONSTRATE proper confined space entry in simulated conditions

Lesson #1 | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Lesson Plan 1 TopicPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Lesson plan 1 objectivesSWBAT: DESCRIBE the various types of personal protective equipment and their functions, from memory
SWBAT: DEMONSTRATE proper use of various types of personal protective equipment in simulated conditions
Anticipatory set or lesson opening (to activate students` prior learning or draw student interest or involvement)Discuss safety equipment related to activities in the students’ own households

Watch “Funny Safety Training Video” Icebreaker- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORUJ6gWBhrY

Discuss real case studies involving of use of PPE – OSHA nightmares compilation (with sound off) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcuxWxzsFhY&t=113s
Web Link: Funny Safety Training Video, Perfect for Safety Meeting Openers | DuPont Sustainable Solutions
Web Link: OSHA Nightmares Compilation
Direct InstructionOSHA PPE PowerPoint presentation
Industry guest speaker
View/Download File: PPE PowerPoint Presentation
Guided PracticeModel correct donning and doffing of PPE equipment with aid of guest speaker and students demonstrate subsequently
Independent Practice/Differentiated ActivitiesGroup practice in which students must assess the need for
personal protective equipment while performing various simulated activities
https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/training-library_ppe_assessment.pdf
Web Link: PPE Assessment
Reflection on Employability SkillsEmployers have an obligation to train and keep employees safe. At the same time, employees must be able to use their common sense and training to keep themselves safe as well and the success of a business depends on the understanding of the responsibilities of both employer and employee.
Lesson Closure"What did we learn today?" Listen/look for a list of PPEs, situational uses, and correct donning of equipment

Mike Rowe “Safety Third” Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0RrhkMk2zY

Watch funny safety rap video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7viGDALSoJE
Web Link: Mike Rowe - Safety Third
Web Link: Funny Safety Rap Song
Summative/end of lesson assessmentPPE Quiz (short answer). May be used with several platforms such as Kahoot, Microsoft Forms, TurningPoint, etc.
View/Download File: PPE Quiz
References / Resources / Teacher PreparationOSHA PowerPoint presentation - https://www.osha.gov/training/library/materials
OSHA PPE Assessment Tool - https://www.osha.gov/training/library/materials
Funny Safety Training video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORUJ6gWBhrY
OSHA nightmares compilation video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcuxWxzsFhY&t=113s
Safety Third Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0RrhkMk2zY
Funny safety rap video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7viGDALSoJE

Lesson #2 | Fire Extinguishers

Lesson Plan 2 TopicFire Extinguishers
Lesson Plan 2 ObjectivesSWBAT: DESCRIBE the various types of fire extinguishers and their functions, from memory
SWBAT: DEMONSTRATE proper use of the various types of fire extinguishers in simulated conditions
Anticipatory set or lesson opening (to activate students` prior learning or draw student interest or involvement)“Previously, we learned about personal protective equipment. Today we’ll talk about fire extinguishers and fire safety.” Discuss fire safety at home and connect to work fire safety.
Direct InstructionFire Extinguisher PowerPoint

Portable fire extinguishers video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkQdmsgyHLo

How to use a Fire Extinguisher -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUVzpiiL3Ng
Web Link: OSHA Training Tutorial - Portable Fire Extinguishers - Understanding Their Use and Limitations - YouTube
Web Link: Fire Extinguisher Use
Guided PracticeModel correct use of a fire extinguisher and students demonstrate subsequently
Independent Practice/Differentiated ActivitiesStudents go around the classroom and identify locations and types of fire extinguishers. Discuss the appropriateness of location and type, then go around the school to repeat the activity
Reflection on Employability SkillsBasic fire extinguisher/safety training should be part of any employee’s preparation as they might face a potentially dangerous situation.
Lesson Closure"What did we learn today?" Listen/look for different types of fire extinguishers and correct usage

Watch Sandra Bullock using a fire extinguisher in space and comment facetiously that proper training can help you in the toughest of situations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-TXdddWODs
Web Link: Fire extinguisher in space - Gravity movie excerpt
Summative/end of lesson assessmentFire Extinguisher Quiz (short answer).
View/Download File: Fire Extinguisher Quiz
References / Resources / Teacher PreparationWestern Carolina University PowerPoint presentation - https://www.wcu.edu/WebFiles/fireextinguishertraining.ppt

Portable fire extinguishers video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkQdmsgyHLo

How to use a Fire Extinguisher -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUVzpiiL3Ng

Using a fire extinguisher in space - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-TXdddWODs

Lesson #3 | Bloodborne pathogens

Lesson Plan 3 TopicBloodborne pathogens
Lesson Plan 3 ObjectivesSWBAT: LIST the three ways exposure to bloodborne pathogens commonly occurs, from memory
SWBAT: LIST three important steps to take if exposed to a bloodborne pathogen, from memory
SWBAT: EXPLAIN how properly used PPE and appropriate housekeeping methods protect against exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Anticipatory set or lesson opening (to activate students` prior learning or draw student interest or involvement)“Previously, we learned about personal protective equipment. Today we’ll talk about bloodborne pathogens and how to protect ourselves against them.”
Discuss past experiences with potential exposures (e.g. sports) and how the situation was handled.
Direct InstructionOSHA Bloodborne Pathogens PowerPoint presentation
OSHA bloodborne pathogen video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjpbeqDKZnE
Industry/Healthcare guest speaker
Web Link: OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen
Guided PracticeStudents demonstrate how to handle sharps containers and how to clean up a simulated bodily fluid with assistance from a guest speaker
Independent Practice/Differentiated ActivitiesWatch online videos detailing proper operating procedures vis-à-vis bodily fluids handling

Cleaning up a spill - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wURSIrKaNiw

How to properly dispose of sharps - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6QyxcGpQYU
Web Link: Cleaning Up a Spill (Bloodborne Pathogens)
Web Link: Sharps and medical waste disposal
Reflection on Employability SkillsEmployees get hurt at work all the time and training in bodily fluids removal procedures is very important
Lesson Closure"What did we learn today?" Listen/look for exposure routes, steps to take in case of exposure, correct procedures for bodily fluid clean-ups, and correct donning of PPE to protect against bloodborne pathogens
Summative/end of lesson assessmentBloodborne Pathogens Quiz (short answer)
View/Download File: Bloodborne Pathogens Quiz
References / Resources / Teacher PreparationOSHA Bloodborne Pathogens PowerPoint presentation -
https://www.osha.gov/training/library/materials

OSHA bloodborne pathogen video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjpbeqDKZnE

Cleaning up a spill (bodily fluids) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wURSIrKaNiw

How to properly dispose of sharps - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6QyxcGpQYU

Lesson #4 | Flammable liquids

Lesson Plan 4 TopicFlammable liquids
Lesson Plan 4 ObjectivesSWBAT: DEFINE flash point and flammable liquid, from memory
SWBAT: DESCRIBE the various types of flammable liquids and their properties, from memory
SWBAT: DESCRIBE three ways to avoid explosion or fire, from memory
SWBAT: LIST potential sources of ignition, from memory
Anticipatory set or lesson opening (to activate students` prior learning or draw student interest or involvement)“Previously, we learned about fire extinguishers. Today we’ll talk about flammable liquids and how to protect ourselves against hazards associated with them.”

Discuss commonly known flammable liquids such as gasoline and precautionary handling methods

Watch “Extremely flammable household items” video and discuss. At the end of the discussion, make sure that the students understand the dangers portrayed in the video and strenuously warn them never to try any actions depicted in the movie - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMCAqERyMxU&t=63s
Web Link: Extremely Flammable Household Items
Direct InstructionFlammable Liquids PowerPoint
Field trip to local firefighting station
Flammable Liquids Videos

Flammable liquids storage - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ys_uT7pkpE

Risks of Flammable Liquids - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKe4m2J3Tu0

Static Electricity Fire Simulation -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXLT0ASKeTY
Web Link: Supervisor Safety Tip: Flammable Liquid Storage
Web Link: 4 Risks of Flammable Liquids
Web Link: Real Static Electricity Fire Simulation
Guided PracticeStudents demonstrate proper safe handling and storage flammable liquids at firefighting station
Independent Practice/Differentiated ActivitiesStudents can assist parents with pumping gas for a personal vehicle and observe procedures listed on the pump
Reflection on Employability SkillsStudents interact daily with flammable liquids. It is very likely that those type of interactions are going to increase in a work setting and proper training is essential to correctly handle flammable liquids
Lesson Closure"What did we learn today?" Listen/look for types of ignition sources, proper storage and handling of flammable liquids, and proper fire control
Summative/end of lesson assessmentFlammable Liquids Quiz (short answer)
View/Download File: Flammable Liquids Quiz
References / Resources / Teacher PreparationOSHA Flammable Liquids PowerPoint - https://www.osha.gov/training/library/materials

Extremely flammable household items video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMCAqERyMxU&t=63s

Flammable liquids storage - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ys_uT7pkpE

Risks of Flammable Liquids - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKe4m2J3Tu0

Static Electricity Fire Simulation -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXLT0ASKeTY

Lesson #5 | Confined space

Lesson Plan 5 TopicConfined space
Lesson Plan 5 ObjectivesSWBAT: LIST the elements that are used to identify a confined space and standard operating procedures associated with them, from memory
SWBAT: DEMONSTRATE proper confined space entry in simulated conditions
Anticipatory set or lesson opening (to activate students` prior learning or draw student interest or involvement)“Previously, we learned about flammable liquids and flash points. Today we’ll talk about confined spaces and we’ll begin with a story that combines the dangers of both confined space and flammable liquids”

No Escape: Dangers of Confined Spaces - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeaX0IRjyd8
Web Link: No Escape: Dangers of Confined Spaces
Direct InstructionOSHA Confined Space PowerPoint presentation

Video – What is a confined space? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1uvqsGy3Rc
Web Link: What is a confined space?
Guided PracticeWalk around the school and grounds to examine potential confined spaces. Use the chart to determine the type of space and guidelines associated with it. (chart adapted from NIH lesson plan)

Visit training industry facility and practice confined space entry with hoist
View/Download File: Confined space determination chart
Independent Practice/Differentiated ActivitiesGroup work at training industry facility to determine if a work area is considered a confined space and whether it requires a permit or not.

Students who miss out on the trip or need further clarification can view training videos: OSHA Training Tutorial - Identifying Confined Spaces https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbfWE7D9RZk&t=495s
Web Link: OSHA Training Tutorial - Identifying Confined Spaces
Reflection on Employability SkillsConfined space training is job-specific, but it provides a competitive hiring advantage to those who have it and are planning for a job in industry
Lesson Closure"What did we learn today?" Listen/look for determining what constitutes a confined space, types of confined space, proper procedures, and equipment for entering a confined space
Summative/end of lesson assessmentConfined Space Quiz (short answer)
View/Download File: Confined Space Quiz
References/Resources/Teacher PreparationOSHA Confined Space PowerPoint presentation - OSHA

No Escape: Dangers of Confined Spaces - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeaX0IRjyd8

What is a confined space? -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1uvqsGy3Rc

Identifying Confined Spaces https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbfWE7D9RZk&t=495s

Confined space determination chart adapted from NIH lesson plan -
https://tools.niehs.nih.gov/wetp/public/Course_download2.cfm?tranid=4402

Recommended Strategies / Instructional Techniques

Reading StrategiesHave the students (individually) read the on-line resource below and take quiz at the end:

Working with OSHA Chapter 1 – History and Mission https://www.oshatrain.org/courses/mods/744m1.html
Web Link: Working with OSHA Chapter 1 – History and Mission
Multimedia/Visual Strategy (f.e. slides)PowerPoint presentations
Graphic organizers or handoutsPPE Infographic (https://www.hazmatstudent.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Safety-PPE-Infographic.pdf),

Tips to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens infographic (http://www.mycprcertificationonline.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/bloodborne-Pathogen.png),

HBV HCV HIV infographic (Triumvirate Environmental Inc.),

Fire extinguishers infographic (https://jacksonfire.co.uk/infographic-different-types-of-fire-extinguishers/),

Flammable liquids storage and handling infographic (https://twitter.com/capstonefire/status/950767374826958849/photo/1),

Confined spaces infographic (https://www.atlantictraining.com/blog/confined-spaces-infographic/)
View/Download File: Infographic HBV HCV HIV
View/Download File: Flammable Liquids Infographic
View/Download File: PPE Infographic
Writing StrategiesHave students write 1-2 pages and comment on the pros and cons of OSHA as they relate to businesses and their operations. Students may research the topic using the internet. This is an essay-style assignment that will include an introduction, body and conclusion. Proper spelling, grammar and expression of ideas will be expected. (See Rubric)

Students will be expected to take notes during lectures, field trips and guest speaker appearances.
View/Download File: Essay Scoring Rubric
Speaking and Listening StrategiesStudents will have to listen to lectures, guest presentations and process the information and then ask thoughtful questions.

Students will have to pay attention to demonstrations and respond to prompts during training.
Family: Any opportunities to involve parent/guardians and other family members in this project?Students discuss with family members the rationale behind OSHA and the case study in the following video “No Escape: Dangers of Confined Spaces Video” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeaX0IRjyd8
Web Link: No Escape: Dangers of Confined Spaces
Virtual/Remote Teaching StrategyPresentations and all other documents will be shared with students via Microsoft OneNote platform. Direct instruction (including demonstrations and guest presentations) will occur via Microsoft Teams platform with shared screen and shared whiteboard (for notes). Group discussions will occur via Microsoft OneNote in the Collaboration Space of the class notebook (written format) and via Microsoft Teams (oral format).
Quizzes will be assigned via the Microsoft Forms platform.
Other platforms or combination of platforms (Google, Zoom, Kahoot, EdPuzzle) may also be utilized to achieve the same instructional effect.

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OSHA Safety Training

Basics

Lesson #1 | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Lesson #2 | Fire Extinguishers

Lesson #3 | Bloodborne pathogens

Lesson #4 | Flammable liquids

Lesson #5 | Confined space

Recommended Strategies / Instructional Techniques