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NFIB/Washington Workplace Safety CD Frequently Asked Questions: Installation and Use of CD-ROM

Q. What are the system requirements for installing this program?

A. Requirements include:

• Microsoft Windows operating systems 2000, XP SP1 or greater
• Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher. (IE 5.01 SP2 is included on CD. Install from cd-rom\ie5sp2\setup.exe, or you may download a more recent version from Microsoft.com
• 40 MB free disk space for Safety Manual Application
• 90 MB free disk space for Microsoft .Net Framework (Most installs will require the Microsoft .Net Framework, which is preloaded on the CD for download)
• Viewing PDF files requires Acrobat Reader; install free from cd-rom\adobe\AcroReader51_ENU.exe

Q. What are the ongoing storage requirements for the manuals?
A. Each time you generate a manual, it will be saved in the directory you have specified as a new version. The size of each manual will depend on how many of the individual safety programs are part of your final manual. You may wish to periodically eliminate previous versions of the manual.

Q. Who do I contact for technical support?
A. Technical support for this software is available from NFIB/Washington by calling (800) 307-2846.

Q. How do I create a manual?
A. Safety manuals can be created in the "Creating and Maintaining Manuals" section. Follow the instructions on the pages. After you have completed your workplace assessment using the NFIB/Washington Workplace CD and any checklists you feel necessary, complete the following steps:

1. At getting started, click on "Add New Manual"
2. Name and describe the manual for future reference
3. View the description of the requirements and benefits of each section of the manual
4. Click in the box next to the sections you want to add (click again to remove)
5. Click "Save" and then "Next" at the bottom of the page
6. Answer the questions (you can print the questions and return later)
7. Click "Save" and then "Next" at the bottom of the page
8. Click "Export Manual" to create the manual on your computer in the directory shown on the page
9. Edit the document using your computer's word processing software

Q. How do I edit my manual?
A. To change the programs selected or to reexport your manual:

1. Go to step 2 and double click on the manual you wish change or recreate
2. Follow steps 3 through 9 above

You can also edit the completed manual using your computer's word processing software.

Q. How often should I update my manual?
A. You should review and update your manual whenever there is a change in your workplace that introduces new equipment or chemicals or otherwise changes your operation. You should also review your manual at least annually to insure that training is being done in accordance with your plan, that you are keeping records of that training for each individual employee, and that the information in the individual safety programs is current.

Q. Where can I get information to update my manual?
A. NFIB and Evergreen Safety Council will be creating updates based on changes in DOSH regulations. The new information will be available on the NFIB/Washington state page.

Q. Where can I get additional information or assistance?
A. Additional information or assistance may be obtained by:

• E-mailing the Evergreen Safety Council
• Checking the NFIB/Washington state page for updates
• Using the useful links section on the NFIB/Washington state page to contact state, federal, and other sources of information
• Contacting the Evergreen Safety Council at (800) 521-0778 to get additional information or to arrange a visit by a qualified safety professional