Construction workers face a wide variety of hazards that can result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken. Simple precautions can help avoid injuries from being in the "line of fire" of hazards such as heavy machinery, falling objects, welding sparks, and more. It is everyone's responsibility on a construction site to be aware of potential lines of fire, remain vigilant of changing work environments, and use appropriate protective equipment and safety measures.

2. Many people are killed as a result of being in the
line of fire during construction work around the world.
Recent reviews of past incidents indicate that
everybody needs to pay more attention to this.
We want everybody on site to be more aware
about the risks of being in the line of fire.
Do you know that all injures associated with line
of fire can be avoided by simple precautions ?

3. You put yourself in the line of fire when you place
yourself, or any part of yourself in a position where you
are directly exposing yourself to a hazard.
For example:

4. In order not to be in the LINE OF FIRE
or put somebody there, you MUST be
aware of the constantly changing work
environment around you.
Construction workers are exposed to a
wider variety of hazards and face a
greater risk of work-related injury or
fatality than employees in any other
industry.
Project statistical trends based on
FATs, LTIs, RDIs show a significant
number of injuries relate to head,
eye, hand, finger and body injuries.
These are nearly all Line of Fire
incidents.

5. I am not responsible for
workplace safety.
I must do any job my
employer tells me to do.
Approximately 1/3 of all
occupational injuries happen to
workers between 18 and 24.
Everyone has an obligation to
stop work that is unsafe.
Everybody who works,
anywhere, is responsible for
getting Safety right.
I can handle anything – I’m
young and fit.

6. Areas should be marked with caution signs or barricaded if
there is intensive welding or a hazardous operation going on.

7. In certain cases, welding
can become even more
dangerous. One of the
examples is welding in a
confined space, when
sparks are projecting
the worker himself or his
colleague working nearby.
Welding and grinding involves both those doing
these jobs and those who may work in the vicinity of
welding operations.

8. Always wear proper eye protection and use a welding screens
to prevent welding flash or sparks from getting into the eyes.
Metal shard penetrates
the eye. Safety
goggles were not
worn!
Most of eye injuries can
be prevented through the
use of proper protective
eyewear.

9. Wear proper gloves when necessary to prevent hand and finger
injuries. Use remote controls where available to reduce risk of
direct contact with machinery.
Slings caught the worker’s
palm and tore the skin
tissue.
Putting himself in the
Line of Fire.

10. Always wear proper PPE.
Workers who are assigned tasks near welding/cutting/grinding
activities must be aware of associated risks and keep out of the
Line of Fire.

11. very common activity at
construction sites and
fabrication shops.
ammering is a
Although, it’s a simple
job, it may cause injury.

12. Ensure your activities will not be
hazardous to other people in the vicinity.
When performing
manual handling
operations, ensure
tools and equipment
are properly
maintained.

13. Most injuries on scaffolds relate
either to the plank giving way, or
the employee slipping or being
struck by a falling object.
When working at heights:
 Secure tools and materials to
prevent them from falling on people
working below;
 Barricade hazardous areas and post
warning signs;
 Use toe boards, screens, or
guardrails on scaffolds to prevent
falling objects;
 Use debris nets, catch platforms, or
canopies to catch or deflect falling
objects.

14. Heavy vehicle operators must warn people to keep out of the
line of fire.
Beep!
Flash

15. Forklift operators must ensure that the load is properly secured,
particularly when transporting pipes and other rolling objects.

16.  Avoid working
underneath loads being
moved;
 Barricade hazard areas
and post warning signs;
 Ensure riggers coordinate
the heavy-lifts and hoisting
operations to prevent
conflicts with nearby works;
Cranes and
Hoists
 Inspect cranes and hoists to see that all
components, such as wire rope, slings, lifting
hooks, chains, etc., are in good condition;
 Do not exceed the lifting capacity of
cranes and hoists.

17. To avoid serious accidents, everybody
must be aware of emergency systems
such as harnesses, ladders, stairways,
or ramps are required.
These workers are not protected from
from a cave-in, nor do they have any
apparent safe access or egress from
the trench.
Ensure rigorous use of Permit to Work by competent
personnel who are properly trained to perform excavation
activities.

18. Ensure the proper guards and supports are installed on the
equipment and material to prevent serious accident when
working underneath those.

19. Each workplace contains its own hazards, which may seriously injure
you and your work mates.
Before starting any work, ask yourself :
• What can go wrong?
• What are the consequences?
• How can I prevent it from happening?
Stop the job if you feel it is unsafe, engage,
and report to supervisor!
Ask yourself:
Who is responsible for looking after hazards?

20. Please be aware of Line of Fire
hazards not only on the job but
also when off duty.
• Identify risks and hazards before
commencing any job;
• Lead by example: Always use PPE
whether at home or at work;
• Use proper tools and equipment
and make sure they are properly
maintained;
• Ensure nobody, especially
children are in the Line of Fire.

21. What can workers do to keep themselves and co-
workers out of the Line of Fire ?
 Be alert and learn to recognize Line of Fire hazards at work;
 Report any hazard or dangerous situation at work to the
supervisor;
 Follow the rules and use safe
work practices;
 Use proper personal protective
equipment;
 Don’t be afraid to ask questions
about anything you do not
understand.

22. Thank You