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DATE: March 8, 2007
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SUBJECT: Loss Prevention Committee Meeting Minutes — March 8, 2007
The meeting was called to order at 8:55 A.M. at the Village Hall.
Present: Jack Gray, Chairman
Larry Hammar, Deputy Police Chief
Al Vrshek, Deputy Fire Chief
Pam Kuc, Housing Inspector
Diane Hunter, Finance Department Secretary
Debbie Liberatore, Loss Prevention Secretary
Excused:
The minutes were approved for the meeting of January 18, 2007
Review Current Reports: 24 Incidents
Tabled Reports: None
Old Business:
Public works Safety Dav: Scheduled for Wednesday March 21 , 2007
New Business:
Driver Refresher Training: Robert Spoerlein S-04-07 Public Works
Larry Hammar's last LPC Meeting (committee member since June 1993)
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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Next Scheduled Meeting: May 10, 2007
Adjournment: 9:40 A.M.
Submitted by: Approved by:
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Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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Review of Current of Reports
FS-01-07 TOM MORONY -- PUBLIC WORKS 01/04/07
Description of Incident:
While using a metal file to put a locating slot in an antenna mounting hole during a new
car build, the file came out and scratched the paint on the rear quarter panel. Repair cost
$282.90
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Cover large enough area with a protective cover or tape while working around painted
body panels with drills or files.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
FS-02-07 Reported by: 01/05/07
TOM MORONY -- PUBLIC WORKS
Description of Incident:
Employee was performing various repairs on street sweeper(unit#724)when he noticed
a crack in the right side plastic bubble window. Repair cost $425.33
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Not knowing how or when the window got cracked, it would be hard to say what caused it.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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FS-03-07 Reporter! by: 01/12/07—
JOHN MEYERS — FLEET SERVICES 01/22/07
Description of Incident:
All four tires were slashed and the rear window was broken out on Village vehicle #507
Chevy Impala. Total cost for repairs $631.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
No supervisor comments shown on General Case report #07.1155.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
FS-04-07 07/10 -- STREETS 01/15/07
Description of Incident:
Employee was uncoiling the pressure washer hose in the shop. As he unwound hose in a
circular motion he felt a clicking in his right shoulder. Total medical costs to date $0.
Employee has gone for medical treatment.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
It appears to me as just an injury to shoulder, no unusual actions or dangerous tasks took
place. When I questioned employee, why he waited so long to report the accident, he
stated that at the time he felt it was a very minor injury, but now realizes the shoulder is
not getting better and he is in discomfort.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Under close review
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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W-01-07 07/02 - WATER & SEWER 01/17/07
Description of Incident:
Employee struck left middle finger on light fixture while pulling wire through conduit. The
wire was hard to pull and when it released the employee hit finger on edge of fixture. He
was installing a new fixture so the sharp edge was exposed, which only happens during
maintenance or installation. Total medical costs not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Wearing gloves would prevent future incidents, however it is not always possible due to
limitations of hands while wearing gloves and dexterity requirements.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-01-07 07/03 - FIRE DEPARTMENT SENIOR CLERK 01/19/07
Description of Incident:
Employee was putting mail in one of the FD mailboxes. When she pulled her left hand
out of the mail slot, it caught a metal shelf and cut her left middle finger. Wound cleaned
at Alexian Clinic and Tetanus shot given. Total medical costs not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
The metal shelf has an edge to it that could cause an injury if a hand is pulled out quickly
and making contact with the shelf edge. Employees should be aware of this and use
caution when removing their hand from the mail shelf. The edges will be inspected for
hazardous conditions.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
FD has applied a protective tape across all sharp edges of the metal shelving.
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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H-01-07 Reported by: 01/19/07
MIKE CAVALLINI - HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Description of Incident:
During routine repair Fleet Services noticed a dent and scratch in the rear upper
passenger side quarter panel of Village vehicle (#302). Fleet Services was unable to
determine time or location of damage. Repair costs approximately $400.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Incident is unavoidable. Village vehicles need to park either during non use or during use
in the field. At times drivers of adjacent cars may hit Village vehicles on purpose,
accidentally or without knowledge (not very likely) and leave the scene without
acknowledging damage occurred.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-02-07 07/04 - FIRE DEPARTMENT 01/22/07
Description of Incident:
Employee was shoveling the front sidewalk at 901 Brantwood when his left foot slipped
on ice/snow causing sprain to left knee. Total medical costs not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
The icy conditions were covered by the snow. Employee should proceed with caution
when working in these type of conditions.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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P-02-07 07/05 - POLICE DEPARTMENT 01/23/07
Description of Incident:
Officer transported a prisoner who later alleged to have tuberculosis. Due to the tight
confines of a squad car, officer was concerned of exposure. Officer wasn't aware of the
TB until arresting officer told him on 01/26. ABMC TB test given. Additional testing
needed at 6 weeks, 3 months and 6 months. Total medical cost not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
According to officer he was unaware of the prisoner alleging to have TB prior to placing
her in his squad. Had he been aware, a surgical mask would have been prudent while in
close quarters with the subject.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-03-07 07/06 - POLICE DEPARTMENT 01/23/07
Description of Incident:
Officer arrested a subject who told him during the interview process she had TB. Officer
feels he may have been exposed since he was in a small room while arrestee was
coughing. Total medical costs not yet known. All tests negative to date.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer mentioned to me on 01/23/07 after the initial interview that the subject purported
to have TB. He did not state he was exposed. After 2 days he decided he may have
been exposed and was sent to the ER for examination. Once a subject purports to have
TB in the future, those having contact should wear facemasks to help prevent catching
the airborne bacteria.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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P-04-07 07/07 - POLICE DEPARTMENT 01/23/07
Description of Incident:
Officer searched a female prisoner infected with TB. Officer was tested for TB. All tests
negative to date. Total medical costs not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer acted in accordance with department policy and procedures. All available safety
measures were taken including the fact that she wore gloves during the search.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-05-07 07/08 - POLICE DEPARTMENT 01/23/07
Description of Incident:
Officer conducted a pat down search of a subject who has TB. Subject was coughing in
the presence of the officer. Officer searched the subject's vehicle. TB tests were done.
Total medical costs not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Once it becomes aware an individual has tuberculosis or any other communicable
disease protective safety equipment should be utilized by the employee.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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P-06-07 07/09 - POLICE DEPARTMENT 01/23/07
Description of Incident:
Officer conducted a search of subject who has TB. Subject was coughing in the
presence of the officer. Officer tested for TB at ABMC. All tests negative to date. Total
medical costs not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Once the officers became aware that an individual has TB or any other communicable
disease protective safety equipment should be utilized by the employee.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
P-07-07 Reported by: Unknown
DAVID NAUMANN — POLICE DEPARTMENT
Description of Incident:
A rock may have struck the windshield of unit#258 and created a small crack. The crack
has expanded across the windshield about two feet. Repair cost $240.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
This type of accident is unavoidable.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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W-02-07 JOSH FARMER - PUBLIC WORKS 01/28/07
Description of Incident:
While excavating around a leaking water pipe at 1100 Elmhurst Road, employee was
operating the backhoe. The gas line was exposed, however it was looped around the
trench. Gas line was plastic and very easily cut by the material falling into the hole.
Employee was digging far enough from the gas line, but did not see the loop it made as
he drew back. 1" plastic gas service line needed to be repaired/spliced by Nicor.
Damage estimate not yet received.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Maybe employee should have waited for the vactor machine to suck out dirt in a tight
situation, but in supervisor's opinion, the pipe needed to be repaired in a more timely
fashion due to water off for a long time and wanted to restore service. NOTE: Vactor
machine was frozen and employee would have needed to wait for machine to thaw.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
F-03-07 KEITH YATSKO - FIRE DEPARTMENT 01/29/07
Description of Incident:
E8 was on ambulance call with A8. Driver of E8 failed to secure the jumpseat person's
gear and his helmet was lost while E8 traveled to ABMC from 1601 Oakton Street.
Replacement cost $220.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
All drivers need to be aware of securing equipment and gear on E8 because it has an
open jumpseat area.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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S-01-07 GLENN NORDIN - PUBLIC WORKS 02/12/07
Description of Incident:
Glen does not recall hitting anyone with the plow truck. According to other party, Glenn
rolled backwards at the stoplight and scratched the hood of the car directly behind him.
Glen has no knowledge of hitting vehicle. Estimate pending.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Be sure foot is applying enough pressure to the brake pedal when at a stoplight so the
truck will not roll backwards. Possibly use the parking brake at stoplights.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Do not agree with last sentence of supervisor's comment. If parking brake is not released
it could cause more damage on the vehicle.
S-02-07 DAVE VALERIO - PUBLIC WORKS 02/12/07
Description of Incident:
Employee was scooping up a bucket of salt for his vehicle when crest of hollowed out
hole collapsed &fell on the windshield causing the crack. Approximate repair cost$250.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Do not load a truck in the manner you have in the past. Make sure the pile you are
driving into does not have a potential hazard waiting to happen. Use more common
sense when loading a vehicle.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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S-03-07 DAVE VALERIO - PUBLIC WORKS 02/12/07
Description of Incident:
While driving northbound on Bonnie, the driver turned left to Oakton and then backed up
on Oakton to proceed southbound on Bonnie when he heard a pop and sparks were
flying. At this time the driver shut the truck down and waited for assistance. Electric
wires running overhead across Oakton came down on top of the Village vehicle. Estimate
for repairs not yet received. (Cab shield & cab roof on Village vehicle has extensive
damage. Com Ed and SBC lines were ripped from foundation_
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Drivers need to be cognizant of their surroundings and potential hazards at all times, but
especially when raising or lowering the bed on a dump truck.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
When Com Ed came to repair they adjusted the wiring to not hang so low. When
SBC/Comcast came to repair their wiring it was placed underground.
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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F-04-07 07/11 - FIRE DEPARTMENT 02/13/07
Description of Incident:
E9 crew responded to an AFA at 1000 Busse Road and was exposed to high levels of
carbon monoxide. Employee went to ABMC ER to receive treatment. Employee deemed
physically fine & released to full duty. Total medical costs not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Implement/revise SOG to wear SCBA for any "potential" whether perceived or not
hazardous environment. This environment ended up being very hazardous due to a
colorless and odorless gas. There was a light haze that was not unlike any other incident
where a motor or fluorescent lighting ballast burns up and the air quality was not
perceived as being dangerous (people present but no complaints). Nevertheless, the
situation was recognized as having the potential of being a toxic atmosphere (light haze
from an unknown source).
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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F-05-07 07/12 - FIRE DEPARTMENT 02/13/07
Description of Incident:
EGVPD responded to 1000 Busse for an AFA. On arrival E9 reported his crew was oing
to the 4th floor for an odor smoke. Employee walked to the 4 floor via the stairs and
reported what appeared to be light smoke and an odor. While investigating a small
mechanical type room the employee reported that he felt ill and he would be returning to
the 1 st floor. Employee went to ABMC ER to receive treatment. Total cost not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Firefighting activities and the investigation of emergency calls are inherently dangerous.
Based on the way this call came from an Activated Fire Alarm the first due companies
acted appropriately. Part of being an investigating officer is to utilize all of your senses to
determine what might be burning or what the possible cause. If information of an
activated Cc detector or persons reporting illness had been received crew would have
acted in a different manner. That being said, whenever crews anticipate smoke or have
an odor of smoke in a structure, full SCBA usage is advised. E9 officer and firefighter did
have their SCBA on, but they were not on air at the time.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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P-08-07 OFC. CARL SABO - POLICE DEPARTMENT 02/19/07
Description of Incident:
Officer was turning left in the inner left turn lane from e/b Biesterfield onto northbound
Arlington Heights Road in squad 268 when a brown van encroached into his lane from the
outer left e/b turn lane. Sabo took evasive action. The squad car went into a 90% slide,
crossed a raised median and struck a car stopped on s/b Arlington Heights Road in the
left turn lane for a red traffic signal. Estimates not yet received.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Officer was driving at a normal speed when another vehicle encroached into his lane of
traffic. He took evasive action to avoid a collision, which caused his squad to slide on the
wet/icy pavement, cross a raised median into the opposite lane of traffic. This accident
was unavoidable due to improper driving by another driver.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
Loss Prevention Committee Minutes for March 8, 2007 Meeting
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F-06-07 07/13 - FIRE DEPARTMENT 02/25/07
Description of Incident:
Employee was responding on an ambulance call to 930 Wilma Lane for a man with
altered mental status. He stepped to the curb from the street, slipped on the ice and fell.
He twisted his left knee and fell on his back injuring his ribs on thee right side. Ambulance
transported him to ER. Left knee sprain & chest wall strain. Medical costs not yet known.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
Employee was responding to a citizen in distress, we must remember to put our own
safety first so that we are able and ready to assist the public when they call. I was not on
the scene, but his fall may have been avoided by slowing down and watching his step.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Concur
S-04-07 ROBERT SPOERLEIN - PUBLIC WORKS 02/25/07
Description of Incident:
Employee was heading s/b on Tonne plowing curbside when he picked up his plow to
circle around at Devon to plow n/b lane. When he swung around a vehicle was in his
blind spot traveling at an admitted speed of 40mph in a 30mph zone. The plow struck the
passenger side of that vehicle, spinning it into the Devon intersection where it stopped.
Estimates not yet received. Other vehicle "totaled" & driver sustained minor injuries.
Supervisor's Comments & Recommendations:
More careful use of mirrors realizing there are a lot of crazy drivers on the road and be
more cognizant of this.
LPC Comments & Recommendations:
Driver Refresher Course