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DATE: September 14, 2006
TO: Gary E. Parrin, Village Manager
All Department Heads
FROM: Loss Prevention Committee
SUBJECT: Loss Prevention Committee Meeting Minutes - September 14, 2006
The meeting was called to order at 8: 35 A.M. at the Village Hall.
Present: Jack Gray, Chairman
-- Larry-Hammar,DefrutyPcft-e-Chief ---
AI Vrshek, Deputy Fire Chief
Pam Kuc, Housing Inspector
Diane Hunter, Finance Department Secretary
Debbie Liberatore, Loss Prevention Secretary
Excused: N/A
The minutes were approved for the meeting of July 13, 2006
Review Current Reports: 30 Incidents
Tabled Reports:
■ W-01-06 Scott Santille: Still tabled
■ F-08-06 Fire Department:: In the process of investigating pricing for the new budget
to replace hose rolling tables.
Old-Business: --- - - -
■ "Defensive Driving Course and Sexual Harassement"course for the Fire Department on
June 28, 29, 30 and August 23, 24 & 25 have all been completed.
■ Pending training for all new Public Works supervisors on incident/accident investigation
and safety orientation for new full time and season employees is pending.
■ Sexual Harassment Course for the police is pending.
■ Second annual Public Works Safety Expo Day is scheduled for March 14, 2007.
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
Page 3 of 18
Review of Current of Reports
P-28-06 OFC. JOHNNELL WILLLIAMS — POLICE 06/28/06
Description of Incident:
Employee was on patrol in the area of Biesterfield and Meacham Roads when he
observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. Upon initiating a U-turn in an attempt
to catch the offending vehicle, the front right wheel of squad #230 struck the curb
resulting in a dented rim. Vehicle repaired in house at cost of $147.75.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer was advised to take the steps necessary to insure the safe operation of his
assigned vehicle.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Course
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
Page 4 of 18
F-12-06 FIRE DEPARTMENT 07/01/06
Description of Incident:
Fire Department was dispatched to 1109 Hickory for three people who suddenly got sick
with coughing and burning noses. When firefighters arrived at the scene employee
experienced throat irritation and immediately left the home. Employee was taken to
ABMC for medical evaluation. Employee was cleared for duty. Medical costs $208.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Personnel need to be aware of all information that is provided to them as they respond
and utilize proper protective clothing, including SCBA, whenever potential hazardous
environments are encountered. The use of SCBA to enter the house would have
prevented this exposure.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-13-06 FIRE DEPARTMENT 07/01/06
Description of Incident:
Fire Department was dispatched to 1109 Hickoryfor three people who suddenly got sick
with coughing and burning noses. When firefighters arrived at the scene employee
experienced throat irritation and immediately left the home. Employee was taken to
ABMC for medical evaluation. Employee was cleared for duty. Medical costs $208.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Use SCBA. (See F-12 - 06)
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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F-14-06 FIRE DEPARTMENT 07/01/06
Description of Incident:
Fire Department was dispatched to 1109 Hickoryfor three people who suddenly got sick
with coughing and burning noses. When firefighters arrived at the scene employee
experienced throat irritation and immediately left the home. Employee was taken to
ABMC for medical evaluation. Employee was cleared for duty. Medical costs $208.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Use SCBA (See F-12 - 06)
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
S-07-06 KEN LOBOCKI — STREETS 07/05/06
Description of Incident:
At Biesterfield Road and 1-290 entrance ramp a vehicle crossed into the lane, which cut
off Village truck causing Village vehicle to hit the car. $745.84 damage to EGV vehicle.
Village paid since other party's insurance refused to pay and the legal costs would not be
worth disputing.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
This accident was unavoidable by Village employee.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
Page 6 of 18
F-15-06 F/F CLINT CUNZ — FIRE DEPARTMENT 07/07/06
Description of Incident:
Employee took his fire gear off of Ambulance 9 when he was transferred to Station 7. He
arrived at the station, removed his gear from his vehicle and noticed his helmet was
missing. Both Station 9 and his vehicle were checked for his helmet, but it wasn't found.
Helmet replacement cost is $150.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Pay closer attention to his gear.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-16-06 F/F PATRICK McMANUS — FIRE DEPARTMENT 07/07/06
Description of Incident:
When Hazmat 8 was leaving Station 8 on a response to a Level 1, the station's air line
which required to be connected to Hazmat 8 to maintain air pressure for the brakes was
not disconnected, prior to pulling out,therefore the connection pulled out of the wall
damaging the plymovent hookup. $150 to repair broken air line connection.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
All personnel, especially those assigned to Station 8, need to rememberto disconnect the
air line to Hazmat 8 when leaving the station. A sign had been posted on the dashboard
of Hazmat 8 warning of such and reminding to disconnect. This sign was not present
prior to this call. Unknown when or why it was removed.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
Page 7 of 18
P-29-06 POLICE DEPARTMENT 07/08/06
Description of Incident:
While the officer was attempting to place a combative female prisoner into the rear of his
squad she spat into his face and saliva entered his eyes. Officer went to ABMC ER for
tetanus shot and a blood test. He will need to return in 6 weeks, 3 months & 6 months
due to exposure to the prisoner's saliva/body fluid. Medical cost about $570.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer handled the situation very tactically sound. While he was entering the rear squad
compartment in order to assist the resistive arrestee in getting her legs in the squad, she
suddenly spit in his face. She hadn't spat an any one prior to this so no reasonable
preventative equipment (spit mask) could have been deployed.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-30-06 OFC. GARY ROSKO — POLICE DEPARTMENT 07/08/06
Description of Incident:
A prisoner seated in the rear of squad #238 kicked out the passenger side rear window.
Vehicle window repair $414 and medical costs for officer were $570.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
No recommendation. The prisoner was seat-belted at the time, but due to her small
frame, was able to free herself and kick out the window.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
Page 8 of 18
W-02-06 STEVE JOHNSON — WATER & SEWER 07/11/06
Description of Incident:
While excavating to repair water service at 581 Charing Cross the telephone cable was
cut. At&t sent an invoice of $14,000 to repair the telephone cable.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Use greater care when excavating and hand dig areas when uncertainty exists.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-31-06 OFC. CHRIS TORRES — POLICE DEPARTMENT 07/12/06
Description of Incident:
While working undercover on a theft investigation, the officer left in the rental truck a
Nokia cell phone (#356244002898355) No cost to replace since the phone was located
at a later date.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officers must be cognizant of all equipment entrusted to them and return those items in
good working order. During the excitement of the investigation and resulting arrests,
Officer Torres forgot to retrieve this item from the rental vehicle.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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BS-01-06 Reported by: 07/13/06
DUANE WESTBERG — BUILDING SERVICES
Description of Incident:
It was observed that the fencing on the west side of 1635 Biesterfield was damaged.
Cost to replace fence is $1,650.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
This could have been storm damage or kids from the park. It is unknown how this
occurred. Very often children from Clark Park lose their Frisbees in our lot and in an
attempt to climb the fence it may have been damage.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
BS-02-06 CUSTODIAN - BLDG. SERVICES 0717106
Description of Incident:
While sweeping the floor in the atrium area, employee leaned the broom on the column.
The broom fell on the floor and the employee stepped on it and it popped up and struck
the employee in the left testicle. Medical to date at least $5,000.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
To be better aware of your cleaning tools, where you leave them and to always watch
where you are walking.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
Page 10 of 18
BS-03-06 Reported by:
DUANE WESTBERG - BUILDING SERVICES 07/14/06
Description of Incident:
While landscaper was cutting the grass the mower hit the floodlight,which was broken off
from the base and power supply. Landscaper paid for damage $221 .81
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
To follow up behind the contractors when performing any type of work for the Village.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-17-06 FIRE DEPARTMENT 07/15/06
Description of Incident:
E9 drove through tar on Devon Avenue. Upon returning to Station 9 employees began to
clean the engine. They started the stations gasoline power washer, which didn't seem to
be running correctly. Employee knelt down to trouble shoot the machine. When he
began to stand up he placed his left hand on the HOT exhaust system to help push
himself up, which caused second degree burns to the second and third joints of all four
fingers. Medical costs approximately $400.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
The exhaust/muffler can be painted a more obvious color (i.e.: bright orange) and
personnel in the future should wear gloves when adjusting the machine and be cautious
in their hand placement.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Fleet Services will look at it to see if some type of safety guard can be made.
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Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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F-18-06 Reported by:
THOMAS REINHARDT - FIRE DEPARTMENT 07/18/06
Description of Incident:
Tower 7 responded to several incidents during 2nd shift on 07/17/06 and 07/18/06.
Damage to the tower basket and door hinges was found while vehicle was in fire station,
but unknown when and where it occurred. Damage has been repaired by Fleet Services
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
No supervisor recommendations
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Unknown how it occurred. Unavoidable
P-32-06 SGT. DAVID NAUMANN - POLICE DEPARTMENT 0718106
Description of Incident:
Employee was at home cleaning his swimming pool. He was wearing his Motorola Nextel
cell phone (#919TDR4T28)on his bathing suit, as required. At some point during the
process the employee jumped into the pool.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Employee must be aware that he is wearing electronic equipment that might not be
resistant to the elements. Water and electronic equipment do not get along well with
each other. His commitment is noteworthy, however, he will be allowed to remove his cell
phone while swimming and bathing in the future.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
Page 12 of 18
P-33-06 OFC. BRANDI MATHIS - POLICE DEPARTMENT 07/21/06
Description of Incident:
Employee was alone in the entry room to the range, awaiting handgun training.
Employee wanted to dry fire her handgun, which is a technique used to help improve
shooting skill, Employee failed to clear her weapon of a live round and discharged her
handgun. The round fired into the wall. $173.48 to repair bulletin board & wall.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Only training and gun-handling competence can adequately prevent future incidents of
this nature. Training is presently on going with this officer.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-34-06 3GT. DAVID NAUMANN - POLICE DEPARTMENT 07/26/06
Description of Incident:
Employee was in the bathroom when his Motorola Nextel (#354TGA60LO) cell phone
unclipped from his belt and fell into the toilet. The employee immediately retrieved the
cell phone, but it was damaged from the toilet water. $300 to replace phone.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Employee must be aware of his surroundings and the possibility that his phone may
unclip from his belt. These cell phones are not waterproof and this employee is well
aware of the damage that water may cause. Employee to be issued Letter of Reminder
by the Chief of Police.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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FS-03-06 LEONARD STRETCH - FLEET SERVICES 08/01/06
Description of Incident:
Taillight lens on unit #602 was cracked when contact was made by one of the forks of a
forklift truck while unloading large heavy tires from the pickup bed. No repair costs
incurred, per Fleet Services.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
A spotter was used. The forklift truck by design does not provide 100%clear site ahead.
With the forks protruding over 4' ahead of the lifting mechanism it is difficult to see ahead.
The spotter did not notice the direction the forks were traveling in because he was
watching the tires and wheels that would be lifted by the forks. Spotter and driver must
be aware of the conditions.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
S-08-06 SEASONAL SUMMER EMPLOYEE 08/01/06
Description of Incident:
Employee was attempting to prune shrubs at Village Hall using the electric pruning
shears when he dropped the shears on his left knee and sustained a cut. ABMC treated
the cut & advised employee he may need a tetanus shot. Medical costs about $200.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Discuss with the employee the correct technique for using pruning shears.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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F-19-06 FIRE DEPARTMENT 08/01/06
Description of Incident:
F/F performed SCUBA at 65' and when he returned to the surface he suffered a
nosebleed. Second dive of 25' he again had a nose bleed. In the next few days he
began to feel ill with flu symptoms. He missed 2-24 hour shifts. After examination it was
determined he had "recurrent barotrauma". Previous problem in 2004. Medical costs
$300.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
It is with our loss that employee will no longer be able to perform SCUBA related
activities. F/F can and will be utilized as a surface rescuer. This type of injury occurs
when diving. There is no way to prevent this injury when diving. A diver realizes this has
occurred after completing the dive.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-35-06 POLICE DEPARTMENT 08/02/06
Description of Incident:
Officer was involved in a sprinting exercise while at the Police Academy. He pulled a
hamstring muscle in the back of his right thigh. No formal medical treatment to-date.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer had been doing push-ups and sit-ups prior to this incident. He was instructed to
run sprints and advised that his leg muscles were a bit tight prior to pulling this muscle. It
appears that this incident was unpreventable.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
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Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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SR-05-06 TONY POTUCEK— UTILITIES 08/08/06
Description of Incident:
Employee was heading westbound and stopped at the stop sign at Greenleaf and Lively.
He needed to back up to allow a semi truck to complete a turn. Employee struck vehicle
#2 behind him. No damage to EGV vehicle but cost Village $2,981.98 to repair#2.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
To be more aware of other vehicles when entering and approaching intersections. Do not
back up unless employee is positive there is no other vehicle present.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Course
W-02-06 JOHN WESA— PUBLIC WORKS 08/08/06
Description of Incident:
Someone removed the Chicago Steel MagnaTrak 102 magnetic locator from truck#817
and never returned it. NOTE: Per Tom Cech the locator magically reappeared.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
This truck and equipment is used on weekends to perform water meter repairs. It must
be available at all times evenings included. It would be hard to keep track of who and
when it is being used so it can't be left locked.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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P-36-06 POLICE DEPARTMENT 08/11/06
Description of Incident:
Officer was involved in physical defensive tactics training. He suffered bruising to both
inner forearms after blocking repeated punches from other recruit officer.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
All recruit officers were involved in the defensive tactics training. Officer advised that he
and his tactics partner were aggressive in their training. This injury appears to be
unavoidable.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-37-06 POLICE DEPARTMENT 08/13/06
Description of Incident:
Officer responded to an incident of smoke coming from a building. Upon arrival officer
met with an individual who felt there maybe subjects inside the building. Officer inhaled
smoke while in the rear of the building. Officer felt nauseous and tightness in his throat
and chest. Medical cost about $208.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer's actions and proximity to the building were the result of concern over possible
subjects still inside the building. After relaying this information to F/F on scene, officer
withdrew from the hazardous area. Although the preservation of human life is priority.
Officers will be advised to attempt placing themselves in a safe location at fire scene.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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F-20-06 FIRE DEPARTMENT 08/21/06
Description of Incident:
While removing the stretcher and patient from A-120, the stretcher carriage failed to
deploy. Both paramedics were holding the stretcher waiting for the carriage to deploy.
and then it unexpectedly deployed hitting employee in the right foot, resulting in the
trauma injury and also a "rolling" type injury while he was trying to avoid the carriage.
Currently on-going case — medical costs to date approximately $2,000.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
The stretcher has in the past had similar incidents. The carriage should deploy. It
doesn't and then it deploys unexpectedly. The stretcher manufacturer should be
contacted to find out if there is a recall or similar incidents with this stretcher model. This
stretcher should be repaired, removed or upgraded to a new model.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
To date all stretchers have been updated. This incident was not the sole reason for
replacement, it was time to order upgraded equipment.
F-21-06 THOMAS REINHARDT— FIRE DEPARTMENT 08/25/06
Description of Incident:
Apparatus Operator Reinhardt was pulling out and the A/C charge drop cord for Engine
117 was damaged. Repair/replacement cost not yet known to date.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Apparatus drivers, before pulling out of the station, should make sure cord is pulled out of
the area, thus when backing up cord will not be in the way.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for September 14, 2006 Meeting
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F-22-06 DAN LAMKA— FIRE DEPARTMENT 08/25/06
Description of Incident:
While responding to a call out of Station 7 the Shoreline plug for TWR7 was smashed.
Repair/replacement cost not yet know.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Poor plug design. This vehicle was responding out of the rear of the station because of
concrete work on front ramp. This is an out-of-ordinary response pattern for this vehicle.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur