HomeMy WebLinkAboutLOSS PREVENTION - 11/13/2003 - DATE: November 13, 2003
TO: Gary E. Parrin, Village Manager
All Department Heads
FROM: Loss Prevention Committee
SUBJECT: Loss Prevention Committee Meeting Minutes —November 13, 2003
The meeting was called to order at 8:35 A.M. at the Village Hall.
Present: Jack Gray, Chairman
Larry Hammar, Deputy Police Chief
Jim Forde, Deputy Fire Chief
Pam Kuc, Housing Inspector
Excused: Diane Hunter, Finance Department Secretary
The minutes were approved for the meeting of September 11, 2003
Review Current Reports: 27 Incidents
Tabled Reports:
F-14-03 Robert Denna
F-15-03 Marc Skowronski
F-16-03 Brian McVeigh
Incident occurred on 5/4/03, but was received by Finance on 6/17/03 due to computer
problems and a new lieutenant needing to review all reports. The delay had nothing to
do with any union issues.
P-32-03 Don Mercil
Committee questioned the supervisor's remarks of prevention ("reduce the number of
rounds fired at the range or wear a shoullder pad where the butt of the gun hits the
shoulder") would alleviate the injury. After further investigation regarding this issue it
was found that out of 99 individuals at the range, only 1 was injured.
LPC Comments: This injury is not a system wide problem, no need to change
procedure at carbine training in Marsielles.
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Old Business:
EVOC Program: Class has been postponed until spring.
New Business:
► Driver Refresher Training: Date for class is Wednesday, December 17, 2003.
► Confined Space Entry—Joint entryand rescue drill was planned for Public Works and
Fire this past summer. At this time a date has not been scheduled for the drill.
Next Scheduled Meeting: January 8, 2004
Adjournment: 10:15 A.M.
Submitted by: Approved by:
Debbie Liberatore J Gray
Loss Prevention Secretary Loss Prevention Chairm
continued . .
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Review of Current of Reports
W-11-03 VICTOR MORALES, WATER & SEWER 08/28/03
Description of Incident:
Employee was working a noisy "Vactor Machine" during a water main break at 231
Tower. Employee states that when he inserted hearing protection into his ears, it caused
his ear to plug with wax.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Use earmuff type hearing protection if wax is problematic.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comments
F-27-03 MICHAEL PIANTKOWSKI, FIREFIGHTER 08/28/03
Description of Incident:
While at a Swift Water Rescue Drill (8/26-8/28), FF used a dry suit& SCUBA equipment.
By Saturday he noticed a rash with large bumps developing on his right arm, right side of
his chest, right hip and right leg. By Sunday it became red, inflamed and tender. It is
assumed that something in the water at either Park Ridge or Gurnee caused these rash
symptoms while the employee was participating in the water rescue classes.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
No comments were noted on the "On the Job Injury' form.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comment
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F-28-03 MELVIN B. STILLSON, FIREFIGHTER 09/02/03
Description of Incident:
E114 was making an extremely tight left hand turn through a construction zone onto
eastbound Nerge and driver didn't realize there was a problem until returning to the
station. One wheel chock missing and one mounting bracket bent. Approximate
replacement cost $150.00
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
I would do my best to avoid driving in this construction zone. Have Village staff inspect
the area to make sure emergency vehicles can get through. As of now, 1041 and 1045
Nerge are not accessible to our tower. Driveways are too narrow and need to be wider.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Course
FS-04-03 LEONARD STRIECH, FLEET SERVICES 09/02/03
Description of Incident:
Leonard was picking up debris in the parkway at 1635 Biesterfield when he got stung in
the arm by a bee. His arm felt okay that day, but swelled up overnight.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
No comments are noted.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comment
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S-05-03 WALTER LAMOUNTAIN, STREETS 09/02103
Description of Incident:
While working on Pratt Blvd., Walter was moving hose for air hammer when it slipped out
of his hand. To prevent it from falling on the ground his foot slid causing left knee to twist.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Be more aware of surroundings and foot placement.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
GO-03-03 KIMBERLY HINSLEY, FINANCE 09/04/03
Description of Incident:
Kim hurt her shoulder lifting a PC while at the Fire Admin building. She felt something
pop in her shoulder at the time of the accident, then the next morning reported that the
pain had traveled down into her arm overnight,
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
I don't believe that any significant action can be taken to avoid a repeat of this rare
occurrence. Kim is usually very careful to lift properly when moving computers and other
equipment. I can remind her about proper lifting techniques and refer her to a previous
newsletter (distributed by jack Gray) where I believe the topic of lifting was covered.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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5-06-03 TODD GORE, STREETS 09/09/03
Description of Incident:
While Todd was kneeling on one knee and bending over reaching for a sign base (which
was under and between two shelves) he felt a strain in his left shoulder blade. ABMC
states he sustained a neck strain. Incident occurred at 666 Landmeier Road paint room.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
I instructed Todd to make a sign, which reads "Do Not Use The Corner For Storage".
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
It would be best to instruct proper lifting and reaching techniques.
SR-05-03 JEFF REYNOLDS, WATER & SEWER 09/09/03
Description of Incident:
Employee indicates illness is job-related, stress is the doctor's initial diagnosis. Additional
testing is in process and as of yet no medical documentation has been submitted to
support this claim. "No medical documentation was submitted to support this claim."
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
An injury of this type is almost impossible to avoid, as this is a requirement of the job to
perform this type of work. The reaction of the employee to this type of work is individual
and cannot be accurately gauged until the work is performed. Absent a physical cause
for this incident, employee may need stress management courses.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
TABLED (Lack of sufficient information for LPC to comment on at this time.
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W-12-03 JAMES SCHAUDEK, WATER & SEWER 09110103
Description of Incident:
Jim was using the post pounder to install a sign base on Shirra Court. When he removed
the pounder to reset the base the chuck that goes between the pounder and the base
stuck in the pounder. While relocating the pounder to the next area, the chuck fell out of
the pounder and hit his right foot above the steel toe. The chuck we are told weighs 27
pounds and fell from about a two-foot height onto his toe.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
The crews will be warned to keep their eye on the chuck during the removal process and
keep their legs and feet out from underneath the pounder and the chuck.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-40-03 STEVEN PRINDL.E, POLICE OFFICER 09/10/03
Description of Incident:
Officer responded to an audible alarm at 961 Mississippi. Concerned forthe safety of an
elderly resident who could be inside he entered the home. He noticed a fog in the room
and observed several "Raid" bug foggers. The inhalation caused him to cough and have
a bad taste in his mouth.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer entered house to offer assistance, and to check on an unsecured residence after
being summoned by a concerned neighbor. He did not detect hazard until entry had
already been made. Officers on occasion are unknowingly exposed to such hazards
while carrying out their required duties. Due to this I feel the incident was unavoidable.
The homeowner could have prevented this matter if proper precautions were taken to
placard and secure home during bug fogging.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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LF-02-03 STAN MUNSON, PUBLIC WORKS 09/12/03
Description of Incident:
Siding on south side of building was damaged while pulling away trailer at 1635
Biesterfield (west garage) that was parked very close to the building.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
More caution of the surroundings in the work area.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Course
GO-04-03 JANE SLOGER, HEALTH DEPT. NURSE 09/12/03
Description of Incident:
While reviewing use of "EpiPen", the pen discharged into her right thumb. Needle
punctured right thumb bone and exited at nail bed. ABMC x-ray & tetanus shot given.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Employee reviewing use of "Epipen". Inservice training on use of "Epipen" could have
prevented incident. Because of short expiration dates on "Epipens" they will no longer
be ordered by Community Health Nurse.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
TABLED (Why do we have Epipens? If they are necessary what will be used in place of
the Epipen?)
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GO-05-03 PATRICIA HORNIK, FINANCE DEPT. 09/12/03
Description of Incident:
Pat accidentally tripped over an open desk drawer. She bruised her right leg, but did not
require medical attention.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Not to leave drawers/cabinets open if not in use. Be more aware of the surroundings.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-29-03 ANDY LAIRD, FIREFIGHTER 09/20/03
Description of Incident:
Unknown how scratches occurred. Most likely caused by tree branches that rubbed
against body or driver's side of ambulance #8.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Need to keep ambulance away from curb when parking or driving to prevent the box
portion from hitting tree limbs.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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F-30-03 JOSEPH HOLLERBACH, FIREFIGHTER 09/22/03
Description of Incident:
FF Hollerbach was doing a "dummy drag" as part of his morning physical training. While
carrying a 150 Ib. dummy, he slipped on muddy ground. He regained his balance and did
not fall, but did feel a twinge on his left side. Tuesday his side felt stiff and went to ABMC
due to pain. Was diagnosed with pulled muscle and prescribed a muscle relaxer for pain.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
This supervisor is unaware of the environment or conditions that may exist at the Oak
Lawn training academy. I am unable to make a determination whether there are any
unsafe acts or conditions. Appears to be an environmental hazard.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Do not concur with comment of environmental hazard. LPC feels more caution when
being subjected to lifting unusually heavy objects should be used.
FS-05-03 JOHN MEYERS, STREETS 09/22/03
Description of Incident:
Employee is experiencing numbness and tingling in his right hand, thumb,forefinger and
middle finger.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
It is unknown what caused this condition. it is possible that a form of carpal tunnel may
exit in the right arm area from a great deal of computer keyboard use or possibly his
duties as a mechanic and crew leader in the past.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
This incident is being reviewed by Gallagher Basset
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P-41-03 DION ZINNEL, POLICE DEPT, COMMANDER 09/25/03
Description of Incident:
Employee was northbound Arlington Heights Rd. in median lane passing a squad that
was on a traffic stop in the curb lane approx. 500 ft. north of Elk Grove Blvd. He slowed
his vehicle preparing to make a U-turn to respond to an emergency call. He was struck in
the rear by another northbound vehicle. Over $500.00 damage to both vehicles.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Unforeseen event caused by other driver.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Report should have been filled out by the supervisor not by the employee.
H-01-03 JEFF PRIEBE:, HEALTH DEPT. 09/26/03
Description of Incident:
Wheel well left rear passenger side dented/chipped paint. Unknown how damage
occurred, it was observed by fleet services personnel during maintenance of vehicle on
9/26/03.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
The damage to the vehicle was unavoidable. Although employees attempt to avoid areas
where a car might be damaged, they cannot control all parking situations.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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GO-06-03 LLOYD MADZEL, FINANCE DEPT. 10/02/03
Description of Incident:
Touch pad water meter scanner was lost. it was in his jacket pocket and must have fallen
out. Replacement cost $400.00
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
The water meter scanner should have been attached to belt.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-31-03 GEORGE EILERS, FIREFIGHTER 10/06/03
Description of Incident:
Employee was participating in a RIT Team Drill. He participated on many different levels
at different times of the drill. He had been pulling, lifting and dragging different people at
different times of the drill. He had worked on the roof, lowered through the roof and
climbed ladders. George is not certain where the injury took place. He noticed after drills
were concluded his shoulder was beginning to hurt.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
When performing a drill that requires strenuous activity, limit the number of evolutions a
firefighter may participate to one. Having a firefighter participate in two, three or more
evolutions pushes the limits of that firefighter for that given time. Firefighter becomes
fatigued and is more susceptible to injury. It is important for firefighters to be physically
familiar with techniques, but not at the expense of a possible injury.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
In training drills the fire department will rotate firemen being used as "victim" instead of
using the same one several times.
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F-32-03 PHILIP HAVERLARD, FIREFIGHTER 10/10/03
Description of Incident:
Engine (E114) was backing into a cul de sac to turn around. While vehicle was backing
to the left, the right front corner destroyed a mailbox and post at 1722 Biesterfield Road.
Mailbox/post was destroyed and minor damage occurred to the front fender and door.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Pull the engine forward into the middle of the road before backing to one side or go
around the block. Phil was using a "backer" on the left rear of the vehicle, but from there
he could not see the right front corner.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Course
P-42-03 JOHN NOWACKI, POLICE DEPT. SGT. 10/10/03
Description of Incident:
Employee was on a marked police motorcycle with all its emergency lights activated in
order to stop traffic. Vehicle driven by elderly female failed to stop and tried to drive
around the motorcycle. While driving around motorcycle the vehicle struck it.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
No recommendations as they pertain to the motorcycle. Police motorcycle clearly marked
with emergency lights on. Elderly motorist (F/W, DOB: 03/14/22) should not be allowed
to operate a motor vehicle on the roadway.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:,
Concur
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BS-08-03 MARK STANKOVSKY, BUILDING SERVICES 10/14/03
Description of Incident:
Vehicle#606 was backing into loading dock while removing seatbelt, door was opened
and still in reverse. Door got caught on hand railing. Repair cost $800.00
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Never open the doors until the vehicle has come to a complete stop and you have the
shift lever into park and parking brake has been applied.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Course
BS-09-03 DUANE WESTBERG, BUILDING SERVICES 10/18/03
Description of Incident:
Duane noticed the flood light/power box located on the front lawn at 901 Wellington was
broken off its base. Approximate repair cost is $135.00
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Since it is unknown how or what caused the damage an opinion cannot be provided. It is
possible either the landscaping contractor or vandals caused the damages.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur