Minutes of the Physics Division ES&H Committee
Attendees: J. Emes, K. Hardy, R. Kadel, J. Kadyk, N. Palaio, F. Rosado, A. Spadafora, R. Madaras
Atlas
- Pixel write-up reviewed
- Approved
Electrical Safety
Review
- DOE on site; team of seven (May 16)
- Very concerned with “hot” work
- Not sure if Physics will be assessed
- Please assess electrical work in your group!
- We need CLEAR CUT standards on when we should ask for electrical help/guidance/advice
- Use protective gear when probing
- All group leaders will be contacted and asked about the extent of electrical work being done
- Distribute chart/table of electrical work and requirements
Action Item: Kathie Hardy to get documents explaining
electrical currents, voltage, etc.
Electrical Safety
Checklist (Handout)
- Be sure electrical panels are not blocked – 30”W x 36”D
- All panels need labels/numbers
- Are conductors shielded?
- Is there any non-compliant modified equipment?
- Are power taps being used correctly?
- Discussion regarding temporary wiring
- Checklist will be sent to PIs to assure electrical compliance
Atlas Accident
- Group discussion
- Supervisor identified corrective actions
- Commend for reporting accident
Action Item: KH to attend next group meeting to give
safety information
Additional Safety
Issues
- Important
to do things in a safe manner
- Too
many accidents are avoidable!
- Accident
prevention suggestions
- Handout
– Safety discussion for ADs and Site Office
Managers
- Comments
and suggestions from Dr. Orbach
- Handout
– Physics Division Accident Prevention Recommendations
- Safety,
accidents, etc. – VERY BIG ISSUE!
- Report
everything! We never know how
serious an accident may become
- Communicating
accidents
- TABL
– Working on process to publish accidents and inform employees
- Confidentiality
issues
