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SUBJECT: Loss Prevention Committee Meeting Minutes — March 11, 2004
The meeting was called to order at 8:35 A.M. at the Village Hall.
Present: Jack Gray, Chairman
Larry Hammer, Deputy Police Chief
Jim Forde, Deputy Fire Chief
Pam Kuc, Housing Inspector
Diane Hunter, Finance Department Secretary
Excused: N/A
The minutes were approved for the meeting of January 8, 2003
Review Current Reports: 34 Incidents
Tabled Reports:
SR-5-03 Reynolds
Gallagher Bassett sent letter to Jeff Reynolds on 1/12/04 stating: "Claim is denied.
Stress is not considered an injury under Workmen's Comp."
FS-5-03 Meyer
Employee was sent to an independent physician for evaluation. Physician determined
carpal tunnel. John Meyer is undergoing physical therapy for an indefinite time period.
F-37-03 Hanselman
D/C Forde will follow up at the next meeting.
Old Business:
No Old Business to Report at this Time.
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New Business:
Driver Refresher Training:
At this meeting, the below listed eight (8) employees have been assigned to the Driver
Refresher Training.
W-17-03 Nicole Levy, Public Works
P-52-03 Stephen O'Neill, Police
P-01-04 Randall Schumacher, Police
P-05-04 Nicholas Olsen, Police
P-07-04 Deborah Ruszkowski, Police
P-10-04 Randall Schumacher, Police
P-11-04 Matthew Fiorito, Police
P-12-04 Myles Greenberg, Police
Next Scheduled Meeting: May 13, 2004
Adjournment: 9:43 AM
Submitted by: Approved by:
Debbie Liberatore Xck Gray
Loss Prevention Secretary Loss Prev r
continued . .
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Review of Current of Reports
W-16-03 PETE SAGARTZ, WATER & SEWER 12/12103
Description of Incident:
While reading industrial water meters at 2456 American Lane, employee stepped on a
piece of cardboard. He did not know the cardboard was covering a sump pump pit.
Employee fell spraining his right knee.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Sump pump pit should have been covered by a metal plate. Explained to employee to try
and be more aware of potential hazards as he is reading meters.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comment
W-17-03 NICOLE LEW(, PUBLIC WORKS 12/15/03
Description of Incident:
As employee was turning around in the bubble of Brickvale, she encountered an icy
patch and Village vehicle #809 slid into the curb. Vehicle then struck a large rock that
had been placed in the parkway. Two dents on passenger side of vehicle.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Remind driver to remain attentive to all road conditions when operating a motor vehicle.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Training
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F-39-03 WILLIAM TRANCHITA, FIREFIGHTER 12/22/03
Description of Incident:
While enroute to the hospital the patient went into full arrest. Upon arrival to ABMC while
rushing to remove patient from ambulance, Bill felt a pull and pain in his groin area while
removing the stretcher. Fourteen hours later the pain became severe. He underwent
hernia surgery on 12/30/03 at ABMC.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
This was a situation that required speed. Normally, two people would assist taking the
stretcher out of the ambulance. In this incident, one person was doing CPR & Bill was
removing the stretcher. The patient did survive.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-40-03 RONALD NAIDA, FIREFIGHTER 12/25/03
Description of Incident:
While moving patient to ambulance, F/F Naida was moving automobile debris with his
right foot from roadway and subsequently injured his right ankle.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Make sure path of travel is clear of debris before attempting to transport a patient.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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P-52-03 STEPHEN O'NEILL, POLICE OFFICER 12/31/03
Description of Incident:
Officer was backing squad #224 up to allow another squad to pass while at the Home
Depot. Officer backed into a concrete barrier that was around a light pole with the right
rear of squad bumper. Minor damage with yellow paint transfer.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer O'Neill needs to be aware of his surroundings and to check behind his squad
before backing.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Training
P-01-04 RANDALL SCHUMACHER, POLICE OFFICER 01/07/04
Description of Incident:
Officer was exiting the southbound exit ramp of 1290 onto E/B Thorndale with emergency
lights activated. Squad#245 was struck by a vehicle traveling E/B on Thorndale. Squad
#245 entered the intersection against the red.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Exercise betterjudgment when crossing a multi-lane roadway, particularly when entering
the intersection against the traffic signal. If necessary, a complete stop should be made
before attempting to proceed.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Officer was disciplined in-house. Driver Refresher Training.
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S-01-04 ROBERT SPOERLEIN, STREETS 01/07/04
Description of Incident:
When trimming trees near Little Higgins Road, Spoerlein set pole saw down to pull a
branch out of tree, turned around and tripped over pole saw. Employee bruised his left
shoulder and left knee, but did not seek medical assistance.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Better placement of pole saw.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-02-04 GEORGE MOUJOUROS, POLICE OFFICER 01/08/04
Description of Incident:
Officer responded to a call of a suicidal subject at 1905 Lunt Avenue (U.P.S. Logistics
Group). Upon arrival he observed an employee comforting the suicidal subject. After
securing the razor blade and attempting to secure subject, officer received a minor
laceration on his index finger on his right hand from a second concealed razor blade
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Future Similar incidents will require multiple officer response. It is noted that in this
incident, responding officer was advised by dispatch that the subject was not conscious
so the need for backup did not appear to be a high priority. It is also noted that as the
existence and location of the second blade was not know, it is unlikely additional officers
would have changed the outcome. Officer safety will continue to be stressed. It was also
noted that the officer was wearing protective leather gloves. Puncture resistant gloves
may have provided additional protection for the officer if he had knowledge or suspected
another blade.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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P-03-04 JEFF ANDRZEJEWSKI, POLICE OFFICER 01/18/04
Description of Incident:
While transporting a minor back to their residence, the minor intentionally broke off the
interior rear door handle to squad #232.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
None, officer was transporting a person home. Officer had no expectation that damage
would occur.
LPC Comments & Recommendation's:
Concur
P-04-04 ANTHONY KONETZKE, SGT. POLICE DEPT. 01/18/04
Description of Incident:
The driver (unknown) of squad #234 appears to have pulled into a parking stall or
bumped into an area where there was a snow bank. Plastic bumper has a dent in the
lower portion.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Use more caution especially areas lower than the field of view below the hood.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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P-05-04 NICHOLAS OLSEN, POLICE OFFICER 01/23/04
Description of Incident:
Investigator Olsen, while making a U-tum at Ridgewood and Wildwood in Unit #255
struck the snow/ice bank near the curb. Damage to the right front bumper.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Investigator Olsen must be more careful while operating a vehicle.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Training
B"1-04 MICHAEL BURKE, BUILDING/FLEET 01/23/04
Description of Incident:
While performing PM work to an air compressor, he was standing on a ladder and
slipped. He lost his balance, fell off the ladder& landed on one foot. X-rays and exam
determined Burke has a fractured right heel.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
To use the most extreme caution while on any type of ladder and to be fully aware of his
surroundings at all times.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comment
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F-01-04 MARK PERCUDANI, FIREFIGHTER 01/26/04
Description of Incident:
At morning vehicle/equipment check, Mark found that the Physio Control Quick Combo
Therapy Cable Tester was not functioning.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Exercise caution when attempting to utilize equipment.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comment
P-06-04 STEVEN PRINDLE, POLICE OFFICER 01/28/04
Description of Incident:
Employee stopped squad #236 at Oakton/Kent in order to turn around to pursue a
violator. When employee stopped, he was stuck from behind by a motorist, who could
not stop in time. The motorist was at fault for the crash and was cited. There was bumper
damage.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Employee was not at fault and there was no way employee could anticipate that a vehicle
would fail to stop to avoid the collision.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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F-02-04 ROBERT MIKENAS, FIREFIGHTER 01/28/04
Description of Incident:
F/F Mikenas was bringing equipment in to remove a patient and upon entering the home
he slipped on the ceramic tile in the entryway. The tile was very slippery due to water
that had been brought in from the outside. F/F Mikenas had lower back pain and ABMC
diagnosed him with having "lower back strain/sprain".
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Have homeowner wipe up the floor or place a mat after the initial entry.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
FS-01-04 THOMAS MORONY, STREET 02/02/04
Description of Incident:
While hammering on a pipe fitting on flusher truck#826 the handle of the hammer that
employee was using fractured and the head hit him on the left hand. His hand began to
swell, sent to clinic and diagnosed w/contusion of left hand and left ring finger.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
We normally replace hammer handles that have any damage that could affect their
safety. Employee states that this hammer did not show any signs that it could fail.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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S-02-04 KEN LOBOCKI, STREETS 02/03/04
Description of Incident:
While plowing Maine Street, edge of plow knocked down a brick mailbox.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Better judgment on distance from plow to curb.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comment
P-07-04 DEBORAH RUSZKOWSKI, POLICE OFFICER 02/06104
Description of Incident:
Officer was traveling through the parking lot at 1400 Busse when she noticed a
suspicious vehicle parked in front of a loan establishment. While turning she didn't see
that a vehicle was directly in front of her resulting in the two vehicles colliding.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
While operating a motor vehicle a priority should always be the safe operation of the
vehicle. When situations arise that distract a motorist,the individual must remain focused
on driving and be aware of their immediate surroundings.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Training
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F-03-04 MARK SELLERS, LT. FIRE DEPT. 02/07/04
Description of Incident:
The female coupling on the "Y" connection was found damaged when it was being
placed into use. Most likely dropped on a previous day, either while spinning it on or off a
discharge port.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Care must be exercised when using hose appliances. Stay attentive to tasks being
performed to ensure the device isn't dropped. If appliance is not secured in the
compartment, secure it.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comment
F-04-04 RICHARD DUGAN, FIREFIGHTER 02/07/04
Description of Incident:
While fighting a structure fire, Lt. Dugan felt tightness in his left shoulder radiating to his
neck. He was advised to have medical evaluation at ABMC. Lt. Dugan was transported
to ABMC and diagnosis was "cervical muscle strain".
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
This was an extremely taxing incident. Lt. Dugan had to wear heavy equipment on his
back and push/pull a charged hose line for an extended distance. This was unavoidable
due to the limited access to the building/parking lot.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comment
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P-08-04 TIMOTHY KLEINFE:LDT, POLICE OFFICER 02/08/04
Description of Incident:
Officer was responding to an emergency call with lights and siren activated. As officer
neared the intersection of S/B Ridge at (Birchwood a S/B vehicle attempted to execute a
left turn onto E/B Birchwood, causing the;officer to take evasive action. Officer steered to
the left and struck the curb on the east side of Ridge. Left front tire flattened & possible
damage to the rim.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Educate the public in the area of the IVC as it pertains to the laws requiring drivers to
yield to authorized emergency vehicles,. Also officer needs to drive defensively, even
when emergency equipment is activated.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-09-04 ERIC PERKINS, POLICE OFFICER 02/08/04
Description of Incident:
Officer responded to a domestic call at '1205 Hemlock. While on the call and attempting
to arrest the subject, she let her dog into the house from the backyard. The dog charged
toward the officer and grabbed onto his left calf. The dog bite punctured his calf, breaking
skin. The officer was able to "Taser" the dog, which caused the dog to let go.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
It is this supervisor's belief that the officers on the scene used good judgment and that
this incident was de-escalated when officer activated the "Taser" on the dog.
Recommendation is that all less-lethal officers continue to carry their 'Taser"on their
person for this type of incident in the future. If"Taser" was not applied, the injury could
have been more serious.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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SR-01-04 MARK BLANCHFIELD, WATER & SEWER 02/09/04
Description of Incident:
While lifting a sanitary manhole lid, employee felt sharp pain in lower back. Mark
continued to feel pain while working. Mark continued working until lunchtime when he
reported the incident. He has declined medical assistance at this time
NOTE: The employee did see his family physician on 2/10/04 and diagnosis was a
"lumbar strain".
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
This type of action is unavoidable give the requirements of the job and weather
conditions. Employee was exercising care and caution as evidenced by firmly planting
his feet and maintaining his footing. Mark routinely lift lids and performs these activities
with no problems.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
No Comments
F-05-04 EDWARD OGOREK, LT. FIRE DEPT. 02/13/04
Description of Incident:
The crews were correcting a malfunction process at 2001 Lunt Avenue (Rollex Corp.).
Polyvinyl chloride was involved and traveled into the area they were working. Employee
was consequently exposed to hydrogen chloride gas, which is a by-product of the"PVC'.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Fire companies should not place as much trust in the knowledge or recommendations of
company representatives. Fire companies should wear SCBA (self contained breathing
apparatus) in potentially hazardous environments.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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F-06-04 WILLIAM SELLERS, LT. FIRE DEPT. 02/13/04
Description of Incident:
Crews were correcting a malfunction process at 2001 Lunt Ave. (Rollex Corp.). Polyvinyl
chloride was involved and traveled to the area they were working. Employee was
consequently exposed to hydrogen chloride gas, which is a by-product of the "PVC".
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Fire companies should not place as much trust in the knowledge or recommendations of
company representatives. The crews should have worn SCBA(self-contained breathing
apparatus) in potentially hazardous environment.
LPC Comments & Recommendations.:
Concur
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F-07-04 FRED HANSELMAN, FIREFIGHTER 02/13/04
Description of Incident:
Q8 responded for an AFA at 2001 Lunt Avenue. Company rep downplayed severity of
potential problem by informing fire companies that the light dust and smell in the air was
normal for their chemical process. While firefighters made access to the affected area,
they used SCBA & shut down electric. Firefighters regrouped in a safe area but were
overcome by noxious fumes that irritated eyes, skin, nasal & respiratory passages.
Chemical believed to be hydrogen chloride gas.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
A certain amount of risk is expected when company employees are unaccounted for, but
firefighters should not place much trust in the knowledge or recommendations of
company reps, regardless of their claimed level of expertise. Personnel should always try
to verify information w/reference materials prior to initiating interventions.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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F-08-04 GEORGE EILEERS, FIREFIGHTER 02/13/04
Description of Incident:
While on the scene of an AFA at 2001 Lunt Avenue firefighter was assisting E9 crew with
correcting a malfunction of a manufacturing process. PVC powder was involved and it
traveled to an area assumed safe from vapors. Firefighter inhaled some vapors.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
There was no way that we could have known what the product was without information
from building occupants as to manufacturing process and products used. All emergency
precautions were used to conduct investigation of problem and search for employee
possibly still in hazardous area. Even company vice-president did not know severity of
situation.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-09-04 JOSEPH MCENERY, FIREFIGHTER 02/13/04
Description of Incident:
While on the scene of an AFA at 2001 Lunt Ave. Firefighter McEnery was assisting E9
crew with correcting a malfunction of a manufacturing process. PVC powder was
involved and traveled to an area assumed safe from vapors. Firefighter was exposed to
hydrogen chloride gas and inhaled some vapors.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
There was no way that we could have know what the product was without information
from building occupants as to manufacturing process and products used. All emergency
precautions were used to conduct investigation of problem and search for employee
possibly still in hazardous area. Even company vice-president did not know severity of
situation.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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F-10-04 MATTHEW REIDY, FIREFIGHTER 02/13/04
Description of Incident:
While on scene of an AFA at 2001 Lunt Ave. firefighter was assisting E9 crew with
correcting a malfunction of a manufacturing process. PVC powder was involved and
traveled to an area assumed safe from vapors. Firefighter inhaled some vapors
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
There was no way that we could have know what the product was without information
from building occupants as to manufacturing process and products used. All emergency
precautions were used to conduct investigation of problem and search for employee
possibly still in hazardous area. Even company vice-president did not know severity of
situation
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-11-04 JASON SANTELER, FIREFIGHTER 02/13/04
Description of Incident:
Q8 responded for an AFA at 2001 Lunt Ave. Company rep downplayed the severity of
potential problem by informing firefighters that the light dust and smell in the air was
normal for chemical process. While firefighters made access to the affected area they
used SCBA & shut down the electrical. When they regrouped in a safe area firefighters
were overcome by noxious fumes that irritated eyes, skin, nasal& respiratory passages.
Chemical believed to hydrogen chloride gas.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
A certain amount of risk is expected especially when an employee is unaccounted for, but
firefighters should not place as much trust in the knowledge or recommendations of a
company rep regardless of their claimed level of expertise. Personnel should always try
to verify information if possible prior to initiating an intervention.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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P-10-04 RANDALL SCHUMACHER, POLICE OFFICER 02116104
Description of Incident:
Officer observed a traffic violation on Old Higgins Road east of Elmhurst and was
attempting a traffic stop on the offending vehicle. Vehicle turned left into a private parking
lot. Officer also turned left in front of on-coming vehicle. Damage to right rear fender of
squad #235. Damage to left front fender of second vehicle.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer was advised that the safe operation of his vehicle is critical. Officer must use
increased caution while pursuing offenders. Safety of both the officer and the community
should be the highest priority. Officer will also be scheduled for driver's skills review
class.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Officer was disciplined in-house. Driver Refresher Training.
P-11-04 MATTHEW FIORITO, POLICE OFFICER 02117104
Description of Incident:
Officer was patrolling to the rear of 139 Crossen in squad #245. he made a left turn onto
the north driveway at the rear of the building. He was watching the driver's side to clear
the building, when the front right bumper struck a guard rail.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Understand that there may be more than one potential hazard in any situation.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Coupon
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F-12-04 MICHAEL PIANTKOWSKI, FIREFIGHTER 02/19/04
Description of Incident:
A7 was responding lights & siren southbound Arlington Hts. Rd. A7 entered northbound
lanes to proceed west on Devon. As A7 was heading west on Devon, the driver of the
vehicle that was in the far right hand southbound lanes of Arlington Hts. Road proceeded
forward not waiting for A7 to clear the intersection.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
As always drive with care when responding lights & siren, because you can never tell
what the other drivers are going to do.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-12-04 MYLES GREENBERG, POLICE OFFICER 02/19/04
Description of Incident:
Squad #267 and a second vehicle were both stopped/parked in the parking lot facing
opposite directions. Both vehicles then began to back-up towards each other
simultaneously. Driver#2 realized the squad was backing up towards him so he stopped.
Squad #267 continued backing up resulting in it striking the now stopped vehicle #2.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Employee should use more care and be more observant when backing a vehicle.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Training