Appendix 1 – Other Programs and Special Conditions

Certain tasks, conditions and locations you may encounter in your work at the College have been identified as potentially hazardous because of their location, materials or equipment used or present, or because hazardous atmospheres may be present. In order to ensure a safe workplace specific programs and procedures listed in this appendix are incorporated into the Accident Prevention Program. Employees engaging in any listed activity must adhere to the conditions set forth in the applicable program, to include completion and use of attendant forms. Use the table below to determine if your activities are included.

Programs information developed specifically for Whitman College is available at the Environmental Health and Safety web site or you may contact them for individual assistance.

Click on links in the “Program Title” box to view Whitman-specific information.
Click on links in the “Applicable Regulations” box to view regulations upon which Whitman’s programs are based.

Program Title	Activity	Applicable Regulation(s)
Asbestos and Lead	Cutting, grinding or abrading surfaces first painted prior to 1990 Remodeling/demolition in structures constructed prior to 1990 Ceiling tile, carpet or floor tile work (exc. cleaning) in buildings constructed prior to 1990 Any activity involving insulated pipes or boiler components Cutting, breaking or abrading cement tile, board, or pipe	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-65 http://www.commerce.wa.gov/about-us/rulemaking/lead-based-paint-laws-rules/
Laboratory Safety	Faculty and staff working in their assigned laboratories[1] or art studios o Includes field camps and remote locations Employees other than assigned lab staff working in labs Labs using chemicals must complete a lab-specific safety notebook and comply with the Whitman College Chemical Hygiene Plan	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-828
Hazard Communication	Chemical use other than in laboratories and art studios Chemicals used by maintenance and custodial employees, regardless of location Includes paint and paint related materials, commercial cleaning materials, lubricants, automotive fluids, pesticides, etc.	https://app.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-901-140
Bloodborne Pathogens	Healthcare workers having direct contact with patients Custodial workers, coaches and athletic trainers, and other employees who may be required to clean up blood spills, render first aid, or otherwise come into contact with body fluids	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-823
Confined Spaces	Entry into spaces with limited access/egress and not designed for routine occupancy (i.e. manholes, vaults, tunnels, excavations, and interstitial spaces)	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-809
Lock Out – Tag Out	Maintenance, adjustment, modification, or inspection of powered equipment (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, or kinetic energy power sources)	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-803
Fall Protection	Entry onto rooftops Work on surfaces elevated 4’ or greater (exc. ladders, theater stages and athletic apparatus)	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-155-24601
Ladders	Use of any portable ladder or step stool	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-876
Scaffolding	Standing, walking, or working on any temporary scaffolding, regardless of activity or location	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-874
Excavation	Any digging or excavation using hand or powered tools or equipment Driving stakes or posts	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-155-650 http://www.callbeforeyoudig.org/washington/
Material Handling and Storage	Handling heavy or awkward items Storing materials and equipment	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-800-22035
Hot Work	Welding, cutting, braising, burning or soldering	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-155-400
Machine Guarding	Machines with rotating shafts, pulleys, gears or other accessible parts which may cut, crush, or entangle body parts or clothing	http://app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=296-806
Minors	Hiring minors and assigning them suitable tasks	http://app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=296-125
Laundry	Athletics, recreation center and shop laundries	http://app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=296-303
Portable Power Tools	Corded and cordless portable power tool use	http://app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=296-807
Heat/Cold Injury Prevention	Work outdoors in hot or cold weather Handling hot/cold materials	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-62-09510 http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-800-160
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)	Work involving activities such as cutting, grinding, welding, and chemical use	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-800-160
Hearing Protection	Work around loud noises	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-817
Respiratory Protection	Work requiring respiratory protection	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-842
Motor Vehicles	Operating Whitman owned or leased motor vehicles	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-865
Forklifts	Operating forklifts and pallet jacks	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-863
Utility Carts	Operating golf carts, ATVs, and similar small motorized equipment	http://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.08.175
Window Cleaning	Cleaning windows above the ground floor level	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-878
Personnel lifts	Using scissor, snorkel, or other personnel lifts Powered or manual	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-869
Dangerous Wastes and Universal Wastes	Identifying Dangerous and Universal Wastes Accumulating Wastes Disposing of Dangerous and Universal Wastes	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=173-303
Electrical Closets and Panels	Work in and around electrical closets and panels - 600V or less	http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=296-24-95703