SAFETY RULES - (Employees and Students)

Each employee and student at LTC--Greater Acadiana Region 4 receives a written copy of the campus safety rules which are posted in each area. These rules are enforced by the immediate supervisor and, if necessary, the Administrator. In addition to general safety rules, each department at LTC--Greater Acadiana Region 4 has rules pertaining to that area which are frequently discussed in an appropriate format.

Campus Safety Rules should be made available in each work area, reviewed annually by employees, and documented. Students should also be oriented to campus safety rules and documented. 

The general safety rules at LTC—Greater Acadiana Region 4 for employees and students are as follows:

1. Smoke only in approved areas.
2. Horseplay and fighting will not be tolerated anywhere on campus.
3. Before beginning your schedule, notify your supervisor of any permanent or temporary impairment that may reduce your ability to perform in a safe manner.
4. Possession of unauthorized firearms, alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or unauthorized medically prescribed drugs will not be tolerated on the campus grounds. Inform your supervisor if you are required to take medication during scheduled hours. Written medical evidence stating that the medication will not adversely affect your decision making or physical ability is required.
5. Use personal protective equipment to protect yourself from potential hazards that cannot be eliminated.
6. Operate equipment only if you are trained and authorized.
7. Inspect the workstation for potential hazards and ensure that the equipment or vehicle is in safe operating condition before using it.
8. Immediately report any recognized potentially unsafe condition or act to your supervisor.
9. If there is any doubt about the safe work method to be used, consult the supervisor before beginning work.
10. Immediately report accidents, near misses, and property damage to a supervisor regardless of the severity.
11. Supervisors should obtain special safety permits when required. Examples of conditions requiring special safety permits are work with hot objects and work in confined spaces.
12. Follow recommended work procedures outlined for the job including safe work methods described in the job safety analysis.
13. Maintain an orderly environment and work procedure. Store all tools and equipment in a designated place. Put scrap and waste material in a designated refuse container.
14. Report any smoke, fire, or unusual odors to your supervisor.
15. Use proper lifting techniques. For objects exceeding 50 pounds in weight, the immediate supervisor must determine specific methods for safe lifting.
16. Never attempt to catch a falling object.
17. If your work creates a potential slip or trip hazard, correct the hazard immediately or use safety tape to tag the area before leaving it unattended.
18. Fasten restraint belts before starting any motor vehicle.
19. Obey all driver safety instructions.
20. Comply with all traffic signs, signals, markers, and persons designated to direct traffic.
21. Know departmental rules regarding first aid, evacuation routes, and fire department notification.
22. Adhere to departmental rules and procedures specific to departmental operations.
23. Assist and cooperate with all safety investigations and inspections and assist in implementing safety procedures as requested.

Employees who do not comply with campus safety rules will not be considered desirable for continued employment with the State of Louisiana. Students who do not comply with campus safety rules will not be allowed to remain on the campus grounds.