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WORKER HEALTH AND SAFETY ⑪FACT SHEET Motor vehicle safety for OSHA Oregon OSHA employers and employees Department of Consumer and Business Services Driving might be the most important part of your safety program if your employees spend most of their workday on the road. ## Guidelines for an effective driver safety program Managing driver safety starts with a commitment from the top. An effective driver safety program helps to ensure that employees drive safely, and that vehicles are properly maintained. Be sure to: • Develop a written vehicle safety policy. Tell employees, in writing, what you expect of them when they are drivers and passengers. Employees should also acknowledge, in writing, that they have read and understood vehicle safety policies and procedures. ● Check workers' driving records. Check employees' driving records before they get behind the wheel and annually thereafter. Screen those who have poor driving records. • Investigate accidents. Ensure that all vehicle accidents are properly reported and investigated. • Keep vehicles maintained. Develop procedures that ensure vehicle safety inspections and maintenance are completed on regular schedules. Have employees immediately report mechanical problems to their supervisors. • Reward and discipline. Recognize employees who have exemplary driving records. Make it clear to employees that those who violate safety policies will be disciplined. • Invest in education and training. Ensure that employees understand vehicle safety policy and highway safety rules when they're hired. All employees should have the opportunity to periodically update their knowledge and skills. • Know the rules. The Oregon Vehicle Code Book has Oregon's requirements for vehicle registration, driver licensing, and rules of the road. Oregon OSHA's motor-vehicle safety requirements apply to: - General industry (Subdivision 2/N, [redacted phone]) - Construction (Subdivision 3/0, 1926.601) - Agriculture (Subdivision 4…

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# Fatality Narrative # Worker Changing Flat Tire Struck by Passing Vehicle* Industry: Garage door installation Occupation: Installer Task: Changing flat tire on vehicle Type of Incident: Struck by motor vehicle Release Date: August 4, 2004 Case No.: 03WA033 SHARP Report No.: 71-21-2004 On July 21, 2003, a garage door installer was struck and killed by a passing motor vehicle while he was changing a flat tire on his vehicle that was parked on the shoulder of a road. The victim was a 46-year-old male employed by a garage door installation company who was driving his pickup truck between jobs when his left rear tire went flat. He pulled his vehicle on to the shoulder of a two-lane rural road and began changing the tire. He was struck by a vehicle that swerved from the lane of traffic onto the shoulder. State Patrol reported that the victim was parked legally and the driver swerved onto the shoulder due to inattentiveness while reaching for an object in the vehicle. This incident happened at about 11:20 AM on a dry, straight roadway with good visibility. ## Requirements/Recommendations (! Indicates items required by law) ! All construction vehicles must be checked at the beginning of each shift to ensure they are in safe operating condition which includes checking tires, brakes and lights. If your vehicle has a flat tire or a mechanical problem while you are driving: • Pull the vehicle to the side of the road and as far off the pavement and on to the shoulder as is safely possible. • Turn the emergency flashers on. • If possible, angle the vehicle away from traffic and change the tire using the vehicle as a barrier between you and traffic. • If you cannot safely change the tire without being too close to traffic, remain in your vehicle and call for help. • Place the hood of your vehicle up as a signal for assistance and to provide warnings to traveling motorists of a vehicle break down. • Put out reflectorized triangles, pylons or flares behind your vehicle…

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# Daily Vehicle Inspection I Circle Check √- Item satisfactory I X - Item needs attention I N/A Not Applicable Report concerns immediately. Do not operate a vehicle until you are sure it is safe to do so. <table><tr><th>- Power steering</th><th></th><th></th><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr><tr><td>Clutch (if applicable)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Belts</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Fuel</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Battery</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Exhaust</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Electrical</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Headlight-daytime running</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Headlight - low beam</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Headlight - high beam</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Indicators/signal lights/emergency flashers</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Backup lights</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Interior</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>No clutter</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Area around feet/pedals clear</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Windows clean</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Instrument panel/indicator lights</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Horn</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Driver controls</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Steering</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Seats</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Seat belts<…

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# Reminders for all drivers ## Wear safety belts All Oregon drivers and passengers must use safety belts (limited exemptions are allowed under ORS 811.215) and vehicle owners must keep safety belts working properly. A properly worn safety belt also holds you against your seat so your vehicle's airbag has room to inflate around your body during a crash. ## Stay focused on the road Remember, using a hand-held mobile device to talk or text while driving is against the law in Oregon. Drivers must use a hands-free accessory. ## Stay alert Drowsiness increases your risk of a crash. Signs that you need to stop and rest include difficulty focusing or keeping your head up, frequent blinking or yawning, and drifting in your lane. Get plenty of sleep before leaving on a trip and drive only during the hours you are normally awake. # MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES ## Don't drive impaired Alcohol, certain prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and illegal drugs can all impair a person's ability to drive safely. Drivers who have a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 percent or more are considered intoxicated under Oregon law. ## Keep your cool Some drivers will do almost anything to get to their destination - tailgating, weaving in traffic, and ignoring traffic lights and the rights of other drivers. Their frustration levels are high and their level of concern for other motorists is low. If you encounter an aggressive driver, concentrate on your driving and make every attempt to get out of the way. ## Watch out for pedestrians Pedestrians have the right of way at all intersections, even those that do not have painted crosswalks. ## Secure tools and equipment Unsecured and poorly secured items can become airborne and can harm you, your passengers, or those in vehicles behind you. Make sure such items are properly stored and secured - inside and outside your vehicle. STOP OSHAT OSHA Department of Consumer and Business Services Oregon The Tec…

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# MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES (cont.) ## Prepare for emergencies Does the vehicle have what you need in case of a roadside emergency? Consider items such as: - Flashlight • Reflective safety vest • Light sticks ● Tire inflator or sealant • Reflective triangles or flares - First aid kit ● Batteries • Water • Gloves - Blanket or jacket - Jumper cables • Ice scraper - Cell phone charger If you have vehicle trouble, move to the right shoulder or emergency stopping area. Turn on your hazard lights to warn other traffic. If possible, stay in or near your vehicle on the side away from traffic. # MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES ## More information - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - Vehicle safety - Network of Employers for Traffic Safety - Federal OSHA - Oregon Department of Transportation Visit Oregon OSHA ## Workers Your employer cannot retaliate against you for reporting a workplace health or safety concern or violation. For more information about your rights, visit the Oregon OSHA website. OSHA Oregon OSHA Department of Consumer and Business Services osha.oregon.gov OR-OSHA (02/24) FS-18 TATE REGON 1859

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# Daily Vehicle Inspection I Circle Check √- Item satisfactory I X - Item needs attention I N/A Not Applicable Report concerns immediately. <table><tr><th colspan="6">Report concerns immediately. Do not operate a vehicle until you are sure it is safe to do so.</th></tr><tr><td>Vehicle</td><td colspan="3"></td><td>Location:</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Inspected by:</td><td colspan="3"></td><td>Date(s):</td><td></td></tr><tr><td colspan="6">Keep form in glove compartment until complete, and then file with the vehicle maintentance office.</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Monday</td><td>Tuesday</td><td>Wednesday</td><td>Thursday</td><td>Friday</td></tr><tr><td>Exterior</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Body/Frame</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Cab/Box/Trunk</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Cargo Secure</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Bumpers</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Hitch/coupling devices</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Licence plate/valid sticker</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Windshield</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Wipers</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Locks</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Mirrors</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Tires/Wheels</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Underneath</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Suspension</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Engine</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Hoses</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Fluids</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>- Engine Oil</td><td></td><td></…

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# Work-Related Motor Vehicle Fatalities (cont.) ## A Retrospective Review of Work-Related Motor Vehicle Fatalities in Maine (1998-2008) (cont.) Table 7 provides a description of the different detailed categories of fatal non collision events. The number event that accounted for a high percent of these fatalities was: ## • Jack-knifed or overturned <table><tr><th colspan="6">Table 7: Detailed events in highway non collision fatalities in the United States</th></tr><tr><td>Year/Event Codes 4140-4149</td><td>2003</td><td>2004</td><td>2005</td><td>2006</td><td>2007</td></tr><tr><td>Jack-knifed or overturned</td><td>252</td><td>262</td><td>273</td><td>254</td><td>250</td></tr><tr><td>Ran off highway</td><td>35</td><td>19</td><td>14</td><td>14</td><td>22</td></tr><tr><td>Non-collision between vehicles, unspecified or not elsewhere classified</td><td>30</td><td>32</td><td>30</td><td>29</td><td>12</td></tr><tr><td>Others</td><td>4</td><td>10</td><td>1</td><td>6</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>Total Non collision accidents</td><td>321</td><td>323</td><td>318</td><td>303</td><td>286</td></tr></table> The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommends the following practical steps to preventing motor vehicle related fatalities. ## As part of a driver safety program, NIOSH recommends employers should: • Provide a key member of the management team with responsibility and authority to set and enforce a comprehen- sive driver safety policy. • Require use of seat belts by all persons in a vehicle used on the job. • Select vehicles that provide high levels of occupant protection. - Maintain complete and accurate records of driving performance. • Stipulate that driving is a task that requires full attention, including instructions to avoid placing or taking cell phone calls while the vehicle is in operation. • Set schedules that allow adequate time for employees to make deliveries or visit clients without violating traffic laws or safety regulations.…

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# Daily Vehicle Inspection I Circle Check √ - Item satisfactory I X - Item needs attention I N/A Not Applicable Report concerns immediately. Do not operate a vehicle until you are sure it is safe to do so. <table><tr><th>Fan, heater/defroster, air conditioner</th><th></th><th></th><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr><tr><td>Cargo secure</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Fire extinguisher</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>First aid kit</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Other safety items (triangles, flares, etc.)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Operation</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Sounds</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Vibrations</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Indicator or warning lights</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Emergency Equipment</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Fire extinguisher (as per regulatory requirements)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>*for EV ensure fire extinguishers are compatible with the vehicle engine</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>First aid kit (as per regulatory requirements)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Considerations for Electric Vehicles (EV)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Check state-of-charge (SOC) before departure</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Check driving distances relative to batteries state-of-range (SOC)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Battery health, visually inspect for physical damage or swelling (…