Practice safe behaviors on scaffolding at all times: Only one person should stand on an individual plank at a time. Materials should not be hoisted or placed on cantilevered platforms unless they are designed for it. Be aware of activities taking place overhead and try to keep tools away...
Scaffolding allows you to do your job at elevated heights. It includes suspended systems from buildings, supported systems from the ground, and aerial systems on mobile equipment. Without proper training, your work on a scaffolding system puts you at risk for falls or for being hit by falling objects, both...
Hearing Protection Noise-induced hearing loss is preventable with the proper use of engineering and administrative controls in addition to personal protective equipment. Types of hearing protection devices Selection of hearing protection devices Proper use of hearing protection Maintenance of hearing protection devices Performance of hearing protection...
Most of us take our senses for granted so we don’t often give our hearing much thought. But most people suffer some degree of hearing loss and, once your hearing is gone, it doesn’t come back. Farmers, construction workers, people exposed to constant loud noise on the job, whether at...
Fighting a fire, remember to adhere to these following guidelines: No matter where you are, know where the fire extinguishers are and how to use them correctly so that you can act quickly. Know what to do and do it quickly. Act safely and with caution. Sound the alarm....
Most fires start out small, but after a few minutes they can be out of control. It’s important to know what to do, to act fast, and to sound the alarm. Think fast and act with caution When you first discover a fire, determine what to do immediately. If the...
Next to our eyes, our hands are probably the most important part of our body when it comes to doing our work. They’re involved in almost everything we do. Yet many of the things we do with our hands are done without any deliberate thought. Your hands have no...
Protect yourself from hand injuries by remembering the following basic safety rules: Recognize hazards. Think through each job before you begin. Follow safety rules. Avoid shortcuts. If an accident happens, notify your supervisor and seek prompt treatment. Download flyer: STOTW_Hand Protection.pdf (139.85 kb)
Avoiding electrical shocks requires awareness of the hazards and a respect for this “Silent Killer.” The human body has a low resistance to electricity, making it, like most metals, a good conductor. Unlike metals however, the human body does not respond well when electricity passes through it. Physical results include...
Always make sure electric tools and equipment is properly grounded. Always check to be sure the grounding system is complete. Use heavy duty grounded extension cords. Remember water and electricity don’t mix! Never work on or around a live electrical circuit. Treat every electric wire as if it were...