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OBJECTIVES
This safety proposal provides the proposed cleaning and upkeep for the hallways, sidewalks
and stairs in the university because in every construction, stairs should be in safe condition and be
of suitable design and dimensions for their use.

BatStateU should consider whether their stairs: are well lit; have handrails at an appropriate
height that contrasts with the surroundings; have good slip resistance properties, particularly at the
leading edge; have clearly marked edges; are free from trip hazards or obstacles.

The general objectives are to provide and ensure safety of every students and workers and to
improve the facilities of the university. The specific objectives are the following:

 To provide inspection procedures and hazard control and prevention on stairways at the
university
 To discuss the dangers and faulty design of the university stairs.

DESCRIPTION
All faculty members, students and other people working on the university all need to
understand the program's structure, plans, and procedures. Having this knowledge ensures that
everyone can fully participate in developing, implementing, and improving the program.

1. Inspection
An important element of the proposal safety program is the regular inspection of stairs.
Senior Directors, Deans, Directors, Chairs, Managers, and Supervisors are responsible to ensure
that inspections occur as required.

Inspection Checklist shall be developed. Maintenance and Operations, Facilities

Management shall be responsible for inspecting areas such as common hallways, stairwells,
sidewalks on a periodic basis. The Inspection Checklist shall clearly describe each hazard or
deficiency and note the corrective action which needs to be taken.

The Manager of Maintenance and Operations, shall review the reports, and create a work
order for any safety issues that are related to physical deficiencies. The Manager or Chair
responsible for the area being inspected shall be responsible to ensure other deficiencies are
corrected. The Manager, Maintenance and Operations shall forward the inspection reports to the
OHS Office.

Checklist of Items to be Inspected

Inspection area tidy, clean and well organised? Yes No n/a
Access ways obstructed? No Yes n/a
Tripping hazards (including floor finishes)? No Yes n/a
Sharps removal procedure in place? Yes No n/a
 Procedure for inspection/records? Yes No n/a
Pavements in good condition? Yes No n/a
Access ramps in place? Yes No n/a
Steps clear of obstructions and clean? Yes No n/a
Hand rails in good condition? Yes No n/a
All lights working? Yes No n/a
School/Division Heads shall review the information obtained from regular workplace
inspections.

How to Accomplish It?

Program awareness

Instruct maintenance personnel on how to report injuries, illnesses, incidents, and

concerns. If a computerized reporting system is used, ensure that all employees have the basic
computer skills and computer access sufficient to submit an effective report.

Train maintenance personnel on techniques for identifying hazards, such as job hazard
analysis. Instruct them on concepts and techniques for controlling hazards, including the
hierarchy of controls and its importance

2. Hazard Prevention and Control

Effective controls will protect everyone in the university from workplace hazards; help avoid
injuries, illnesses, and incidents; minimize or eliminate safety and health risks; and help school
provide safe and healthful working conditions. The processes described in this section will help
prevent and control hazards.

Operational Controls
Common sense rules, when applied in a practical way, can prevent serious accidents.

 Practical rules and policies can include prohibition of hazardous activities such as rushing,
keeping hands in pockets, use of hand-held devices or phones, reading, cleaning steps while
in use, carrying items especially open liquids and storing items on steps.

Environmental Controls
Environmental controls refer to the visual clues around stairs and steps.

 Adequate lighting is essential on stairs and steps.

 Local lighting can also be provided at the handrail if needed.
 Posters, signs and notice boards can be distracting and should not be positioned on or
around stairs or steps.

Hazardous Steps

a. Slippery Steps
 The step surface, especially the step edge/nosing, should have adequate slip
resistance
 Material with directional slip resistance must provide slip resistance in the direction
of travel
  Identify and control potential sources of spills or contamination
 Monitor and replace treads and step edges/nosings as required
b. Surprise Steps
 Where possible, remove any unnecessary level changes
 Use striped (red-and-white or yellow-and-black) slip-resistant step edges/nosings
at irregular step(s) or surprise steps. For some visually impaired people, striped
floor coverings should be avoided
 Consider using “Mind the Step” signs
c. Short Steps
 Check if the ball of the foot fits on the step for safe forward facing descent. As
much as possible, try to ensure step design does not reduce available foot space
 If short steps cannot be eliminated, ensure operational controls, environmental
controls and handrails are in place
d. Irregular Steps
 If possible, correct irregular steps

Handrails
A handrail may be the last hope of stopping a fall that has started. Handrail use can also discourage
rushing.

• Check handrail(s) are at the appropriate height and have a visual contrast so they are obvious for
users
• Check handrail(s) permit a ‘power grip’
• Ensure external handrails are user friendly and made of material that is warm to the touch

Housekeeping

 Nothing should be sticking out the surfaces of stairs, handrails or bannisters (like nails or
splinters) that could cause a fall.
 Spills, wet spots, or any debris should be immediately cleaned up.
 Broken or malfunctioning lighting should be repaired or replaced.