10 D. Caution should be used in storing all work materials. Store heavy materials on lower shelves. E. No obstacles should be left where a person could trip over them. Nothing is to be stacked to the extent that it might fall on someone. F. The floor should be kept free of all tripping hazards, such as extension cords, phone cords, paper cartons, etc. G. In attempting to reach items located on upper shelves, a step stool should be used. Use stepladders or step stools for high reaching; never use a swivel chair. H. No one employee should attempt to move heavy office furniture or files (carry loads that you can see over). I. Avoid leaning back in straight back chairs. J. Do not go into dark places without adequate lighting. K. Paper cutter blades must be kept in closed position when not in use. L. Do not leave open scissors lying on top of the desk or in desk drawers. M. Keep fingers away from ejecting slot when loading or testing stapling tools. N. Report all faulty electrical equipment and other unsafe conditions to your Department Director O. Electric space heaters are dangerous and should not be left unattended. P. Burning materials shall not be placed in waste paper containers. Smoking is prohibited in City facilities. Q. All coffee makers should be turned off when not in use and at the end of the work shift. R. All carpet must be secured to the floor. S. Hand railings must be tightly secured. T. Chairs should be pushed into desk when not in use. 5-03 Personal Protective Equipment The City requires the wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment in all activities where the City determines that there is an exposure to hazardous conditions, or where there is an indication of the need for using such equipment to reduce the hazard to employees. Accordingly, the following rules have been implemented in connection with the use of such equipment.
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