We'll discuss planning and resources to protect outdoor workers from wildfire smoke:

• CalOSHA emergency standard CCR 8 §5141.1 Protection from Wildfire Smoke ensures protections for outdoor workers and field researchers.
• Decision Matrix Based on Air Quality prescribes actions when wildfire smoke produces unhealthy air quality.
• Providing appropriate and effective respirators when the employer reasonably expects employees will be exposed to wildfire smoke. 
• Latest developments in CalOSHA emergency standard
• Options for ensuring protection from wildfire smoke for outdoor workers

Building Ventilation and Filtration

It is critical to keep doors and windows closed when it's smoky outdoors.

• Learn how Facilities Management manages campus ventilation and filtration systems to reduce the impact of wildfire smoke.

Get N-95 Masks

Review your departmental supply of N-95 masks for outdoor workers and have enough ready to maintain operations through two weeks of smoke conditions. Test your communications plan before an emergency to notify your outdoor workers when a smoke event is coming and how to pick up a mask for voluntary use. 

• Purchase on AggieBuy
• Purchase at the Scientific Store at 650 La Rue Rd (limited on-site supply)
• Questions? Contact ab-help@ucdavis.edu

We'll cover important elements of field safety planning:

• Refresher on field safety resources and field safety planning tool
• Key elements of the field safety plan and communications plan
• Driving off road and safety imperatives
• Creating a safe and inclusive working environment for off-site research to prevent harassment, bullying, and other unwelcome conduct. 

Field Safety Training

• Wilderness first aid
• Tailored workshops

Equipment Loans

• Satellite communicators
• First aid kits

Guidance

• Field safety plan consultation/review

Join a webinar covering key components of a comprehensive fall protection plan:

1. Hazard Assessment: Identification of potential fall hazards in the workplace, such as unprotected edges, floor openings, or elevated work surfaces.
2. Roles: Understand the important roles of an Authorized, Competent and Qualified person in preventing worker falls.  
3. Fall Prevention Measures: Implementation of measures to prevent falls, such as guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems (PFAS).
4. Budgeting: Departments need to budget for training, as well as the purchase and timely replacement of safety equipment.
5. Training: Proper training for workers on fall hazards, how to properly use fall protection equipment, and emergency procedures.
6. Equipment Inspection and Maintenance: Regular inspection and maintenance of fall protection equipment to ensure it is in good working condition.
7. Rescue Plan: A plan for rescuing workers in the event of a fall, including procedures for prompt response and medical assistance.
8. Documentation: Keeping records of hazard assessments, training sessions, equipment inspections, and any incidents or near misses related to falls.

Friday, May 24
11 a.m. - Noon
Register via Zoom

We'll discuss the four steps to preventing heat illness:

• Planning - Develop and implement written procedures for complying with the Cal/OSHA Heat Illness Prevention Standard.
• Training - All staff and researchers engaged in outdoor work must complete the Heat Illness Prevention Training annually.
• Water - Provide enough fresh water so that each employee can drink at least 1 quart per hour, and encourage them to do so.
• Shade - Provide access to a shaded area to prevent or recover from heat illness and where employees can take rest breaks.