Glossary of terms for ESH Check list

Question #1 - OSHA requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to reduce employee exposure to hazards when other controls are not feasible or effective in reducing these exposure to acceptable levels. Examples of PPE you should encounter in the store are listed to the left of the top portion of the Jiffy Lube Monthly Safety Store Checklist.

Question # 2 – In order to be considered Approved for work at Jiffy Lube, shoes must be all black with oil resistant, non-slip soles.

Question #3 - All ABC fire extinguishers will be clearly marked with the label depicted to the right. ABC designation on a fire extinguisher means that it is appropriate for putting out all three of the major causes of fire.

Question #4 - Below is an example of a typical sign indicating the location of a fire extinguisher.

Question #5 – An example of a fire extinguisher tag is below. The one at your store may look different, but should be similar. All fire extinguishers should be inspected at regular intervals and the person inspecting them should sign and date the fire extinguisher tag documenting their inspection.

Question #6 & 7–Fire Code regulations dictate that Fire Extinguishers should be mounted no higher than 5 feet from the floor and not be blocked by any permanent or portable equipment in order to ensure easy access in case of an emergency.

Question #8 –The “50’ rule” refers to the maximum allowable distance between a fire hazard and a fire extinguisher. For most stores, this can be accomplished by having one fire extinguisher centrally located on each floor of the shop. Some larger locations have more extinguishers in order to comply with the 50’ rule.

Questions #9 – 12 - Fire code regulations dictate that electrical breaker boxes need to have at least 30 inches of clearance in front of them to permit easy access in the event of fire. In addition, all breakers in the box, as well as any remote breakers must be properly labeled with the corresponding circuits, and all unused slots must be properly covered. All of these precautions will enable first responders to quickly identify and turn off electricity to any portion of the facility that may be affected by fire or other hazard.

Question #13 – Bay opening protective covers, or bay nets should be covering all openings in the floor. A sample of a bay net is pictured below.


Question #14 – HAZCOM , or the company’s Hazard Communication Program is listed in it’s entirety in the Employee Handbook and in the Store’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Manual.

Question #15 - 18–In order to comply with federal law, all tanks, drums, AND portable containers must be clearly labeled with their contents. In addition, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are available providing you with specific information on the chemicalsin use on site. MSDS sheets for every hazardous chemical should be kept in a centrally located binder in the shop that is easily accessible to all employees. If you are having difficulty reading an MSDS sheet, please refer to your immediate supervisor for guidance.

Question #19 – 21–A copy of Jiffy Lube’s Written Emergency Action/Fire Prevention Plan is located in Tab P of theJLI Injury and Illness Manual, as well as Team Lucor’s Standard Operating Procedure’s (SOP) Manual. In addition to keeping the information in this plan up to date, it is management’s responsibility to initiate and practice an evacuation plan for the store on an annual basis. All employees should be aware of this plan, as well as where to meet at a safe distance from the shop in the event of an emergency that requires immediate evacuation of the facility.

Question #22 – All employees of Team Lucor are required to be certified in Basic Safety practices on their first day of work as per Jiffy Lube’s J-Team Service Standard (JTSS) Training Program.

Question 23 – 24 - Lockout-Tagout is a term used to describe a procedure endorsed by OSHA to prevent injuries when performing maintenance on machinery. In our stores, power sources to machinery like (but not limited to) tire rotation lifts and the air compressor are required to be locked out at the circuit breaker during maintenance to prevent serious injury. In most instances, these pieces of machinery are maintained and/or repaired by outside personnel; however Lockout- Tagout procedures should be utilized in the event of a machine failure.

Question #25 – 26 – All regulatory posting requirements are met by posting the most up to date Team Lucor Labor Law Compliance Poster. A sample copy of this poster is below. If you need another copy of this poster for your shop, do not hesitate to contact your Administrative Manager, and a copy will be provided.

Question #27 – Most locations are equipped with LowerBay ventilation systems, more commonly referred to “Air exchangers”. Please ensure that this system is working properly by monitoring that air is circulating, and by ensuring that all vents are kept free from blockages. Please do not place any objects in front of the vents in order to maximize airflow in the system.

Question #28 – ALL locations have designated Worker’s Compensation panels for medical care in the event of a workplace injury. Samples of a few panels are below:

Question #29 -34 – Electrical safety is a top priority at Jiffy Lube. In order to maintain a safe environment, we must ensure that several things happen:

A.All light fixtures must have protective covers in order to protect you from broken glass in the event that a light bulb breaks.

B.All electrical outlets and light switches must be intact with the cover on in order to protect from the possibility of electrical shock.

C.GFCI outlets should be installed in all wet areas and tested regularly. A GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlet is a device that adds a greater level of safety by reducing the risk of electric shock by incorporating a fusible link that can be reset. This fusible link disconnects powerin the event of a spike in electricity.

D.Electrical extension cords should never be used in place of permanent wiring. In temporary instances where electrical extension cords are necessary, we must ensure that they are equipped with a third ground prong and that they are intact with no splices or tape covering an imperfection that could cause an electrical shock.

Question #35 – 36 – In order to prevent an unsafe work environment, all floors and stairs must be kept clean and dry. Please contact your supervisor if you need any supplies or equipment to maintain the cleanliness of your floors or stairs.

Question #37 – 40 – Fire Code regulations in most localities dictate that all doors be labeled and that all exits have lighted or luminous Exit signs that clearly show the quickest way to evacuate the building. It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that the exit signs are working by ensuring that if it has bulbs, they are working properly, and that all exit paths are free of obstructions.

Question #41 – 43 – In the event of an emergency, all stores are equipped with a properly stocked First Aid Kit, as well as Eye Wash Stations on both the upper and lower bay. All Eye Wash Stations, whether they are plumbed or a 16 gallon unit should be inspected monthly and/or serviced quarterly to ensure they are in working order. It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that both the First Aid Kit is properly stocked, and that all Eye Wash Stations are easily accessible and free of obstructions.

Question #44 – OSHA requires that all floor openings are clearly marked in order to prevent slip and falls into the lower bay. A sample picture of the Caution: Open floor sign is below:

Question #45 – Due to the explosive nature of gasoline, it should always be stored in a well ventilated area and should never be stored in the lower bay.