The leading causes of worker deaths on construction sites were falls, followed by struck by object, electrocution and caught-in/between. Our eBook shows you how to avoid OSHA' 'Fatal Four' on the construction site.
This document provides a summary of OSHA's top 10 most cited construction safety violations. It discusses requirements for hard hat usage, hazard communication programs, general safety provisions, aerial lift operation, and excavation safety. For each violation, duties for both workers and employers are outlined. The purpose is to help construction businesses and workers be knowledgeable and vigilant about safety protocols on work sites.
This document outlines requirements and safety procedures for working at heights. It discusses proper fall protection equipment like harnesses and lifelines, as well as safety protocols like hazard identification checklists and permits. Temporary anchor points must be approved and capable of withstanding significant loads. Proper PPE like hard hats is required, and workers must be trained before working alone or using fall arrest vs. restraint systems.
OSHA's 3-step program for fall protection includes:
1. Plan - employers must plan projects to identify fall hazards and select appropriate safety equipment
2. Provide - employers must provide the necessary safety equipment, such as harnesses and lifelines for roof work
3. Train - employers must train workers on how to properly use equipment like ladders, scaffolds, and fall arrest systems to work safely at heights
The document then debunks 5 common myths about fall protection requirements, noting that residential construction, short job durations, and warning lines alone are not sufficient protection in many cases. Statistics on past OSHA citations related to these myths are also provided.
Construction Site Hazards & Safety Equipment AmrullahKhan1
This PPT consist of construction site hazards and safety equipment. Which really important for site engineering and project manager. Because they are responsible for there labors safety.
The document provides guidelines for scaffold safety, including dos and don'ts. It recommends getting proper training and retraining for new sites, inspecting scaffolds before use, wearing proper safety equipment like hardhats and boots, and being aware of surroundings. Hazards to avoid include leaving items or overloading scaffolds, using damaged scaffolds, walking on slippery surfaces, and standing on objects to increase height. The document directs readers to a blog post for more information on scaffold safety.
The document summarizes regulations for scaffold safety from 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L. It covers the scope and application of regulations to different types of scaffolding. It emphasizes training requirements to protect workers from electrical, fall, and falling object hazards. Clearances must be maintained from power lines. Fall protection like personal fall arrest systems or guardrails are required for scaffolds over 10 feet. Guardrails must be installed on scaffold platforms and falling object protection provided.
The document discusses personal protective equipment for construction site safety. It recommends wearing a hard helmet, ear plugs, safety glasses or goggles, safety shoes or boots, and gloves for piling work to protect from falling objects, loud noises, debris, foot hazards, and injuries. Additional safety gear like safety belts are required when working at heights or performing tasks like welding, grinding or material handling. Indian safety standards are referenced for various types of protective equipment. Vigilance is stressed along with maintaining safety devices, permits for hazardous areas, illumination, and medical exams.
Safety is Integral part of all projects in Kenya, but the people have an attitude. We should understand that safety is for our own Good. Your Best bodyguard is your own self. Do not take chances, Live life and live abundantly
This document provides a summary of OSHA's top 10 most cited construction safety violations. It discusses requirements for hard hat usage, hazard communication programs, general safety provisions, aerial lift operation, and excavation safety. For each violation, duties for both workers and employers are outlined. The purpose is to help construction businesses and workers be knowledgeable and vigilant about safety protocols on work sites.
This document outlines requirements and safety procedures for working at heights. It discusses proper fall protection equipment like harnesses and lifelines, as well as safety protocols like hazard identification checklists and permits. Temporary anchor points must be approved and capable of withstanding significant loads. Proper PPE like hard hats is required, and workers must be trained before working alone or using fall arrest vs. restraint systems.
OSHA's 3-step program for fall protection includes:
1. Plan - employers must plan projects to identify fall hazards and select appropriate safety equipment
2. Provide - employers must provide the necessary safety equipment, such as harnesses and lifelines for roof work
3. Train - employers must train workers on how to properly use equipment like ladders, scaffolds, and fall arrest systems to work safely at heights
The document then debunks 5 common myths about fall protection requirements, noting that residential construction, short job durations, and warning lines alone are not sufficient protection in many cases. Statistics on past OSHA citations related to these myths are also provided.
Construction Site Hazards & Safety Equipment AmrullahKhan1
This PPT consist of construction site hazards and safety equipment. Which really important for site engineering and project manager. Because they are responsible for there labors safety.
The document provides guidelines for scaffold safety, including dos and don'ts. It recommends getting proper training and retraining for new sites, inspecting scaffolds before use, wearing proper safety equipment like hardhats and boots, and being aware of surroundings. Hazards to avoid include leaving items or overloading scaffolds, using damaged scaffolds, walking on slippery surfaces, and standing on objects to increase height. The document directs readers to a blog post for more information on scaffold safety.
The document summarizes regulations for scaffold safety from 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L. It covers the scope and application of regulations to different types of scaffolding. It emphasizes training requirements to protect workers from electrical, fall, and falling object hazards. Clearances must be maintained from power lines. Fall protection like personal fall arrest systems or guardrails are required for scaffolds over 10 feet. Guardrails must be installed on scaffold platforms and falling object protection provided.
The document discusses personal protective equipment for construction site safety. It recommends wearing a hard helmet, ear plugs, safety glasses or goggles, safety shoes or boots, and gloves for piling work to protect from falling objects, loud noises, debris, foot hazards, and injuries. Additional safety gear like safety belts are required when working at heights or performing tasks like welding, grinding or material handling. Indian safety standards are referenced for various types of protective equipment. Vigilance is stressed along with maintaining safety devices, permits for hazardous areas, illumination, and medical exams.
Safety is Integral part of all projects in Kenya, but the people have an attitude. We should understand that safety is for our own Good. Your Best bodyguard is your own self. Do not take chances, Live life and live abundantly
The document provides an overview of safety procedures for working at heights. It discusses ladder safety, fall protection equipment like harnesses and lanyards, scaffolding safety, and mobile elevated work platforms. It emphasizes the importance of fall protection, noting that falls are the leading cause of construction fatalities and that workers should be protected from falls of 2 meters or more.
Construction site safety is important to prevent common accidents like falls, collisions, and injuries. Common risks include falling objects, excavation collapses, electrocutions, and falls from ladders or roofs. Proper protective equipment like hard hats, high-visibility vests, safety boots, and harnesses can help prevent injuries when working at heights or with heavy machinery. All workers must follow safety protocols to ensure their own protection and that of others on the jobsite.
Tips for Reducing Workplace Incidents – Fall Protection and Lockout/TagoutGraybar
Fall protection and Lockout/Tagout rank in the top 10 of OSHA’s most-cited violations. This 40-minute webinar will walk you through the ABCs of fall protection from anchorage to escape and the 5 steps necessary to comply with OSHA's Control of Hazardous Energy Standard, 29CFR 1910.147. Keeping your plant personnel and property free from harm is critical. Experts from 3M and Brady will lead the discussion.
This document discusses fall protection, including defining fall protection as protecting workers from injury after losing balance at heights. It outlines three types of fall protection: fall prevention, fall restraint, and fall arrest. Fall protection is required for various elevated work platforms and equipment. Common fall protection equipment includes anchors, harnesses, lanyards, and lifelines. Fall protection plans outline policies and procedures for assembling, using, inspecting and dismantling fall protection gear. OSHA establishes fall protection standards to prevent risks from elevated heights. The document also advertises an online fall protection training course.
This document outlines requirements for fall prevention and protection compliance training. It discusses requirements for fall prevention including guardrails and fall protection including personal fall arrest systems. It provides guidance on protecting holes, vertical openings, stairways, fixed and portable ladders, aerial lifts, and anchorage points for personal protective equipment. Inspection and training requirements are also summarized.
This document discusses work at heights safety. It notes that falls are a major cause of work-related injuries and deaths in Australia. The key points are:
- There are specific regulations around managing fall hazards, with a focus on eliminating hazards or using higher level controls before lower ones.
- A risk assessment process should identify and control fall hazards. Control measures follow a five-level hierarchy, with elimination and engineering controls preferred over administrative controls or ladders.
- Examples of common fall hazards in the workplace are provided, along with guidance on developing safe work procedures and ensuring appropriate training for staff.
A Complete Guide to Working at Height Regulations by At-HeightAt-Height
The document provides an overview of UK regulations for working at height. It defines working at height as any work where a person could fall and risk injury. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 establish guidelines for employers to prevent falls from height and ensure safety. These include assessing risks, having appropriate safety measures like PPE, ensuring workers are competent, and not working on fragile surfaces. A hierarchy of control measures is also outlined, ranging from avoiding working at height to properly training workers. The responsibilities of both employers and employees are defined to maintain a safe working environment.
This document discusses fall protection and preventing injuries from falls. It explains that fall protection systems aim to protect workers from falls and injuries when working at heights. There are two types of fall protection: fall prevention structures that limit falls to the worker's level, and fall arrest equipment like harnesses and lanyards that limit injuries from a fall. The document provides guidance on properly using fall arrest equipment and identifies frequent fall risks like open floorings, ladders, slippery surfaces, and scaffolding. It emphasizes that ignoring fall protection can result in serious injury or death.
Falls from heights are a leading cause of workplace fatalities in the construction industry. There are three major components to preventing fall accidents: fall arrest systems, ladder safety, and scaffold safety. All employees working at heights of six feet or more must be protected by an approved fall protection system. Common causes of fall accidents include failure to recognize hazards, messy work areas, lack of fall protection equipment, and untrained workers. Proper fall protection equipment includes guardrails, fall arrest systems, covers, and warning lines. Fall arrest systems limit free falls to six feet or less using lanyards, harnesses, and anchorage points attached above the worker. Equipment and workers must be properly trained to use fall protection safely and
Construction is the most dangerous sector of work due to constantly changing hazards that are difficult to control. Each year many construction workers are injured or killed in accidents. Common causes of fatalities are falls from heights, falling objects, and accidents involving ladders, scaffolds, and stairways. Proper safety management, training, and enforcement of safety procedures are needed to minimize risks and prevent injuries and deaths on construction sites.
Working at height remains a major cause of injuries and fatalities. Employers must properly plan work at height, use the right equipment, and provide fall protection training to competent workers. Simple precautions like performing work from ladders safely and avoiding fragile surfaces can reduce risks. Workers should avoid working at unprotected heights whenever possible.
The document outlines 9 steps to ensure safety at a construction site as described by Sailesh Mahimtura. The steps are: 1) know the site thoroughly, 2) train all personnel about site safety, 3) mark unsafe and hazardous materials, 4) inspect equipment to ensure it is working properly, 5) use harnesses and safety equipment for roof and scaffold work, 6) provide personal protective equipment, 7) ensure Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards are met, 8) prepare for emergencies, and 9) barricade the site after working hours. Following these steps can help maintain safety at the risky construction environment.
The document provides information about working at heights training, including:
- The aims are to provide personnel working at heights with practical knowledge and application of safe practices to prevent injury.
- The objectives include identifying fall regulations and risks, demonstrating safety equipment use, and emergency response procedures.
- It discusses examples of working at heights, regulations and responsibilities to control fall risks, and the goals of reducing falls injuries.
Falls are a leading cause of worker deaths in construction. Proper fall protection includes guardrails, covers, fall arrest systems, and planning to eliminate hazards. Fall arrest systems must include an anchorage rated for 5,000 lbs, a body harness limiting the arresting force to 1,800 lbs, and an energy absorbing lanyard. Elimination of fall hazards through design changes is the best approach according to the hierarchy of fall protection. Covers must support twice their weight and free fall must be less than 24 inches for work positioning.
This document provides an overview of roofing fall protection training requirements. It discusses the need to develop a fall protection plan specific to each worksite and train employees. The training covers types of fall arrest equipment like full body harnesses and catch platforms, anchor requirements, inspection of equipment, and rescue procedures. Trainees are instructed to describe their specific worksite policies and procedures for handling materials, providing overhead protection, and rescuing fallen workers. The goal is to meet WISHA regulations by training roofers on fall hazards and fall protection methods tailored to their jobsite.
The document outlines safety procedures for work at height at the University of Salford. It defines work at height and responsibilities for organizing, planning, and managing risks. Specific requirements are provided for different equipment used in work at height like mobile tower scaffolds, cherry pickers, and ladders. Ladders can only be used for short duration low risk work where three points of contact can be maintained.
Falls are the number one cause of fatalities in the construction industry, accounting for 33% of fall fatalities. A full body harness must be used for fall arrest, not a safety belt. Incidents often occur when workers are relaxed, moving between tasks, feel work is routine, take risks to finish work, or are rushing while working at heights. Fall protection systems like harnesses and lanyards can prevent injury if properly attached to anchor points and keep any fall under 2 meters. Planning, permits, and PPE are required for any work done more than 2 meters above the ground to prevent falls.
The scaffold that the deceased was working on did not have lifelines for workers to anchor their safety belts, and the scaffold was not properly secured. As a result, the worker fell from the fifth level of the scaffold and died.
This document outlines the key steps companies must take to prevent falls at construction sites: plan jobs by assessing fall risks and safety equipment needs, provide appropriate fall protection equipment like guardrails or harnesses, and train workers on safely using equipment and recognizing fall hazards. It describes types of fall protection systems, inspection requirements, and responsibilities of both companies and workers to help ensure falls are prevented.
Winning commercial construction project bids is essential to growing any construction, sub contractor, and general contractor business. Avoid these 13 Deadly Mistakes of Construction Bidding to improve your chances of winning your next construction bid.
Working in the cold can be dangerous if you don’t take the necessary precautions to keep your body warm and dry on the construction site. These 10 tips will help you and your employees work safely and more effectively in frosty weather conditions.
The document provides an overview of safety procedures for working at heights. It discusses ladder safety, fall protection equipment like harnesses and lanyards, scaffolding safety, and mobile elevated work platforms. It emphasizes the importance of fall protection, noting that falls are the leading cause of construction fatalities and that workers should be protected from falls of 2 meters or more.
Construction site safety is important to prevent common accidents like falls, collisions, and injuries. Common risks include falling objects, excavation collapses, electrocutions, and falls from ladders or roofs. Proper protective equipment like hard hats, high-visibility vests, safety boots, and harnesses can help prevent injuries when working at heights or with heavy machinery. All workers must follow safety protocols to ensure their own protection and that of others on the jobsite.
Tips for Reducing Workplace Incidents – Fall Protection and Lockout/TagoutGraybar
Fall protection and Lockout/Tagout rank in the top 10 of OSHA’s most-cited violations. This 40-minute webinar will walk you through the ABCs of fall protection from anchorage to escape and the 5 steps necessary to comply with OSHA's Control of Hazardous Energy Standard, 29CFR 1910.147. Keeping your plant personnel and property free from harm is critical. Experts from 3M and Brady will lead the discussion.
This document discusses fall protection, including defining fall protection as protecting workers from injury after losing balance at heights. It outlines three types of fall protection: fall prevention, fall restraint, and fall arrest. Fall protection is required for various elevated work platforms and equipment. Common fall protection equipment includes anchors, harnesses, lanyards, and lifelines. Fall protection plans outline policies and procedures for assembling, using, inspecting and dismantling fall protection gear. OSHA establishes fall protection standards to prevent risks from elevated heights. The document also advertises an online fall protection training course.
This document outlines requirements for fall prevention and protection compliance training. It discusses requirements for fall prevention including guardrails and fall protection including personal fall arrest systems. It provides guidance on protecting holes, vertical openings, stairways, fixed and portable ladders, aerial lifts, and anchorage points for personal protective equipment. Inspection and training requirements are also summarized.
This document discusses work at heights safety. It notes that falls are a major cause of work-related injuries and deaths in Australia. The key points are:
- There are specific regulations around managing fall hazards, with a focus on eliminating hazards or using higher level controls before lower ones.
- A risk assessment process should identify and control fall hazards. Control measures follow a five-level hierarchy, with elimination and engineering controls preferred over administrative controls or ladders.
- Examples of common fall hazards in the workplace are provided, along with guidance on developing safe work procedures and ensuring appropriate training for staff.
A Complete Guide to Working at Height Regulations by At-HeightAt-Height
The document provides an overview of UK regulations for working at height. It defines working at height as any work where a person could fall and risk injury. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 establish guidelines for employers to prevent falls from height and ensure safety. These include assessing risks, having appropriate safety measures like PPE, ensuring workers are competent, and not working on fragile surfaces. A hierarchy of control measures is also outlined, ranging from avoiding working at height to properly training workers. The responsibilities of both employers and employees are defined to maintain a safe working environment.
This document discusses fall protection and preventing injuries from falls. It explains that fall protection systems aim to protect workers from falls and injuries when working at heights. There are two types of fall protection: fall prevention structures that limit falls to the worker's level, and fall arrest equipment like harnesses and lanyards that limit injuries from a fall. The document provides guidance on properly using fall arrest equipment and identifies frequent fall risks like open floorings, ladders, slippery surfaces, and scaffolding. It emphasizes that ignoring fall protection can result in serious injury or death.
Falls from heights are a leading cause of workplace fatalities in the construction industry. There are three major components to preventing fall accidents: fall arrest systems, ladder safety, and scaffold safety. All employees working at heights of six feet or more must be protected by an approved fall protection system. Common causes of fall accidents include failure to recognize hazards, messy work areas, lack of fall protection equipment, and untrained workers. Proper fall protection equipment includes guardrails, fall arrest systems, covers, and warning lines. Fall arrest systems limit free falls to six feet or less using lanyards, harnesses, and anchorage points attached above the worker. Equipment and workers must be properly trained to use fall protection safely and
Construction is the most dangerous sector of work due to constantly changing hazards that are difficult to control. Each year many construction workers are injured or killed in accidents. Common causes of fatalities are falls from heights, falling objects, and accidents involving ladders, scaffolds, and stairways. Proper safety management, training, and enforcement of safety procedures are needed to minimize risks and prevent injuries and deaths on construction sites.
Working at height remains a major cause of injuries and fatalities. Employers must properly plan work at height, use the right equipment, and provide fall protection training to competent workers. Simple precautions like performing work from ladders safely and avoiding fragile surfaces can reduce risks. Workers should avoid working at unprotected heights whenever possible.
The document outlines 9 steps to ensure safety at a construction site as described by Sailesh Mahimtura. The steps are: 1) know the site thoroughly, 2) train all personnel about site safety, 3) mark unsafe and hazardous materials, 4) inspect equipment to ensure it is working properly, 5) use harnesses and safety equipment for roof and scaffold work, 6) provide personal protective equipment, 7) ensure Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards are met, 8) prepare for emergencies, and 9) barricade the site after working hours. Following these steps can help maintain safety at the risky construction environment.
The document provides information about working at heights training, including:
- The aims are to provide personnel working at heights with practical knowledge and application of safe practices to prevent injury.
- The objectives include identifying fall regulations and risks, demonstrating safety equipment use, and emergency response procedures.
- It discusses examples of working at heights, regulations and responsibilities to control fall risks, and the goals of reducing falls injuries.
Falls are a leading cause of worker deaths in construction. Proper fall protection includes guardrails, covers, fall arrest systems, and planning to eliminate hazards. Fall arrest systems must include an anchorage rated for 5,000 lbs, a body harness limiting the arresting force to 1,800 lbs, and an energy absorbing lanyard. Elimination of fall hazards through design changes is the best approach according to the hierarchy of fall protection. Covers must support twice their weight and free fall must be less than 24 inches for work positioning.
This document provides an overview of roofing fall protection training requirements. It discusses the need to develop a fall protection plan specific to each worksite and train employees. The training covers types of fall arrest equipment like full body harnesses and catch platforms, anchor requirements, inspection of equipment, and rescue procedures. Trainees are instructed to describe their specific worksite policies and procedures for handling materials, providing overhead protection, and rescuing fallen workers. The goal is to meet WISHA regulations by training roofers on fall hazards and fall protection methods tailored to their jobsite.
The document outlines safety procedures for work at height at the University of Salford. It defines work at height and responsibilities for organizing, planning, and managing risks. Specific requirements are provided for different equipment used in work at height like mobile tower scaffolds, cherry pickers, and ladders. Ladders can only be used for short duration low risk work where three points of contact can be maintained.
Falls are the number one cause of fatalities in the construction industry, accounting for 33% of fall fatalities. A full body harness must be used for fall arrest, not a safety belt. Incidents often occur when workers are relaxed, moving between tasks, feel work is routine, take risks to finish work, or are rushing while working at heights. Fall protection systems like harnesses and lanyards can prevent injury if properly attached to anchor points and keep any fall under 2 meters. Planning, permits, and PPE are required for any work done more than 2 meters above the ground to prevent falls.
The scaffold that the deceased was working on did not have lifelines for workers to anchor their safety belts, and the scaffold was not properly secured. As a result, the worker fell from the fifth level of the scaffold and died.
This document outlines the key steps companies must take to prevent falls at construction sites: plan jobs by assessing fall risks and safety equipment needs, provide appropriate fall protection equipment like guardrails or harnesses, and train workers on safely using equipment and recognizing fall hazards. It describes types of fall protection systems, inspection requirements, and responsibilities of both companies and workers to help ensure falls are prevented.
Winning commercial construction project bids is essential to growing any construction, sub contractor, and general contractor business. Avoid these 13 Deadly Mistakes of Construction Bidding to improve your chances of winning your next construction bid.
Working in the cold can be dangerous if you don’t take the necessary precautions to keep your body warm and dry on the construction site. These 10 tips will help you and your employees work safely and more effectively in frosty weather conditions.
Matt Doheny: Surge in Construction Owed to MillennialsMatt Doheny
Matt Doheny explains the recent surge in construction across the country, particularly in cities, and how it directly correlates to millennial mindsets.
This document provides an eye and face protector selection guide for various industrial hazards and operations. It lists common hazards like chemical handling, chipping, electric arc welding, grinding, machining, molten metals, spot welding, and sparks. For each hazard, it recommends the appropriate eye and face protectors numbered 1 through 11 in the safety gear guide for protection.
Are you doing everything you can to minimize your workers’ exposure to heat-related illnesses? Does your company have a heat illness prevention program in place? We’ve go you covered with these tips and guidelines for keeping your workers safe and productive during these hot summer days.
Maybe it’s our familiarity with them or the fact that they are such a commonplace item on the construction site that hand tool and power tool safety often gets overlooked. Hand tools and power tools present a host of potential hazards such as flying objects, electrical shock, falling objects, punctures and lacerations. Here are 10 quick and easy tips for safely working with hand and power tools.
This document provides an overview and disclaimer for a safety training presentation on the focus four hazards in the construction industry: electrical, struck-by, caught-in-between, and falls. It notes that the training is intended to raise hazard awareness and does not constitute a full compliance review. It also provides guidance on using the training materials and discusses limitations and responsibilities.
This document outlines safety requirements and training for operating scissor lifts. It discusses that there are 8 fatalities per year involving scissor lifts, mostly from tipping over. Scissor lifts must support 4 times their intended load and not exceed rated load capacities. Workers must be trained on scissor lift safety, and properly protect themselves from electrical, fall, and falling object hazards when working on lifts. Lifts should not be moved with workers onboard unless certain precautions are followed.
Scaffold safety is important as over 4,500 injuries occur annually from scaffold accidents. This document outlines key definitions, duties of competent and qualified persons, training requirements, hazards, and requirements for scaffolds. It defines supported scaffolds and notes a competent person must oversee scaffold erection/dismantling and inspect for defects. Fall protection is required for scaffolds over 10 feet, and can include guardrails or personal fall arrest systems attached to lifelines or scaffold members. Proper access, bracing, loading, and fall protection are needed to ensure scaffold safety.
The document provides an overview of scaffold safety training as required by OSHA. It discusses the three main types of scaffolds and describes how they are constructed and used safely. Key points include erecting scaffolds level and plumb, installing guardrails and fall protection over 10 feet, inspecting scaffold components, and only allowing trained workers to build, use, and dismantle scaffolds. Mobile scaffolds are highlighted as being suitable for repetitive tasks at the same height. Proper training, inspection, and following safety rules are emphasized to prevent injuries from falls, falling objects, and other hazards.
Scissor lifts provide a safe work platform when used properly but can present serious hazards if not. OSHA investigated incidents involving scissor lifts and found most injuries and fatalities resulted from lack of fall protection, stabilization, and proper positioning. Employers must ensure scissor lifts have guardrails, are used on level surfaces away from hazards, and positioned away from electrical sources and crushing hazards. Workers must be trained before operating scissor lifts.
Fall Protection Refresher Orientation Training by Rafael Coll & John CassidyAtlantic Training, LLC.
This document provides an overview of fall protection requirements and best practices. It begins by outlining the course objectives which are to understand definitions of fall prevention, restraint, and arrest; requirements; hazards; and where to seek help. It then discusses statistics on falls as a leading cause of fatalities and injuries in construction. Common fall locations are also outlined. Planning, controlling exposures, systems, hazard recognition, anchorage, and personal protective equipment are all reviewed in detail. The key requirements are that fall protection is required when working 6 feet or more above a lower level in construction or 4 feet in general industry. Proper selection, use, inspection and maintenance of fall protection systems is critical to ensuring worker safety.
This document provides an overview of rigging basics and safety. It discusses common rigging hazards like falls, being struck by loads, and electrical hazards. It describes rigging equipment like slings, chains, wire rope, and webbing and requirements for inspecting them. The document outlines qualifications for riggers and crane operators and covers topics like load capacities, hitches, communication signals, and OSHA standards for rigging.
Struck-by hazards refer to injuries caused by impact from objects or equipment. They are the second leading cause of construction fatalities. Struck-by hazards can occur when workers are hit by flying, falling, swinging, or rolling objects. Employers must ensure proper safety protocols and training are followed to prevent struck-by injuries, such as securing materials, using barriers, and providing personal protective equipment. Workers should stay clear of heavy equipment, secure tools and materials, and be aware of potential hazards.
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This document provides training on ladder safety. It discusses how falls from ladders are a leading cause of injuries and fatalities in residential construction. It reviews OSHA requirements for ladder safety, including proper ladder selection, setup, securing, inspection, and safe work practices. The training aims to help workers identify fall hazards, understand OSHA regulations, and use ladders safely. It emphasizes the importance of ladder safety to prevent injuries and fatalities.
Working at height safety is important to prevent falls which can cause serious injury or death. Fall hazards exist in many work environments and proper precautions should be taken which may include fall protection equipment like harnesses, lanyards, lifelines, barricades, and properly secured ladders. Employers must inspect for fall hazards and provide training to workers on fall prevention methods appropriate for each job. Rescue plans should also be in place in case a fall occurs.
This document provides guidance on working at height using ladders and steps. It discusses selecting the appropriate equipment based on a risk assessment and hierarchy of fall protection. It emphasizes maintaining three points of contact, securing ladders, pre-use checks, and keeping records of inspections. Employers are responsible for providing suitable and safe equipment, while employees must use equipment properly and report any safety hazards.
OSHA regulations require training on safe mobile scaffold use. This training document outlines hazards like falls, falling objects, electrical issues and how to control them. It defines mobile scaffolds as movable platforms on wheels/casters used for overhead work. Regulations address inspection, stabilizing during movement, prohibiting riding unless conditions are met. Training covers proper operation, materials handling, inspection and more to ensure safe mobile scaffold use. Case studies of accidents show how following regulations could prevent incidents.
This document provides guidance on working safely at height using ladders and steps. It discusses selecting the appropriate equipment based on a risk assessment and hierarchy of fall protection. Key points include maintaining three points of contact, ensuring ladders are stable, leveled and secured properly, the requirements for short duration and low risk work, and basic safety checks for ladders and steps. Records of inspections are required to be kept and both employee and employer responsibilities for health and safety are outlined.
This document is a guide published by the Labour Department of Hong Kong that provides information on working safely with ladders and elevated working platforms. It defines different types of ladders and platforms, and gives guidance on their proper selection, use, inspection and maintenance. The guide stresses the importance of following safety procedures like securing ladders properly, inspecting equipment beforehand, and receiving training, in order to prevent common accidents like falls from heights. It aims to educate workers on best practices for using ladders and platforms safely.
The Working at Height Regulations 2005 outline legal responsibilities for employers and employees regarding working at heights in the UK. They aim to prevent deaths and injuries from falls. Access equipment like scaffolds and ladders must be fit for purpose, and only trained professionals should erect mobile towers or inspect scaffolds. Safety measures like handrails and guardrails are required to reduce fall risks.
Safety practice ( SWEDISH COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING WAHCANTT)Waqas Ahmad
This document discusses safety practices in construction. It outlines the responsibilities of management and employees to maintain a safe work environment. It identifies several common hazards in construction like falls, trench collapses, scaffolding failures, and equipment accidents. For each hazard, it provides examples of effective safety solutions like using fall protection equipment, sloping trench walls, properly erecting scaffolds, and training equipment operators. The document emphasizes that creating a safety culture and following proper safety procedures are necessary to reduce accidents in the construction industry.
Why osha scaffold safety training matters – scaffold do’s and don’tsOSHA NYC, New York
Loads of individuals have hurt-and some have killed-every year in scaffold mishaps. However the good news is, most scaffold accidents is often avoided by proper scaffold safety training.
Scaffolding comes in three main types - supported, suspended, and aerial lifts. Workers using scaffolds must be trained on hazards like falls, falling objects, electricity, and proper use. Fall hazards are the primary risk and can be mitigated with guardrails or personal fall arrest systems attached to the scaffold structure. Guardrails should have top rails 38-45 inches high, midrails halfway between the top rail and platform, and toeboards at least 3.5 inches high. Tradex LLC in Dubai supplies scaffolding equipment in the UAE.
This document discusses caught-in and between hazards, which are the fourth leading cause of construction worker deaths. It defines caught-in/between hazards as injuries caused by being crushed by or caught between objects, machinery, or equipment. The document then provides examples of common caught-in/between hazards like unguarded machinery, trench collapses, and getting pinned between equipment and structures. It also outlines steps workers and employers can take to protect against these hazards, such as using proper machine guarding, fall protection, and trench shoring.
Falls are a leading cause of workplace injuries and deaths in the US. OSHA regulations require fall protection for workers at heights of 6 feet or more. Employers must provide guardrails, safety nets, fall arrest systems, or other fall protection and ensure workers use it. Fall protection is required for areas like leading edges, holes, excavations, roofs, walls, and unprotected sides or edges. Personal fall arrest systems must be inspected and used properly. Employers must also have rescue plans and trained competent persons to oversee high-hazard work.
A competent person is required to:
- Identify scaffolding hazards and take corrective action;
- Determine if it is safe for employees to work during storms or high winds; and
- Train employees on scaffold hazards and proper use.
The competent person must inspect scaffolds before each shift and after any incident that could impact structural integrity. They are responsible for selecting scaffold erectors and dismantlers.
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Explore the fascinating world of the Gemini Zodiac Sign. Discover the unique personality traits, key dates, and horoscope insights of Gemini individuals. Learn how their sociable, communicative nature and boundless curiosity make them the dynamic explorers of the zodiac. Dive into the duality of the Gemini sign and understand their intellectual and adventurous spirit.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
THE FATAL FOUR .......................................................................................................... 3
FALL HAZARDS ........................................................................................................ 4 - 6
Guardrails and Safety Nets ......................................................................................... 5
Personal Fall Arrest Systems, Scaffoldings and Ladder Safety ................................... 6
STRUCK-BY HAZARDS ............................................................................................ 7 - 11
Struck-By Falling Objects ............................................................................................. 8
Struck-By Swinging Objects ......................................................................................... 9
Struck-By Rolling Objects ........................................................................................... 10
Be Aware of Your Surroundings ................................................................................. 11
ELECTROCUTION HAZARDS ................................................................................ 12 - 14
Proper Equipment Use and Commonly Cited OSHA Standards ............................. 13
Additional Electrical Hazards .................................................................................... 14
CAUGHT-IN/BETWEEN HAZARDS ........................................................................ 15 - 18
Power Tools and Machinery Accidents .................................................................... 16
Heavy Equipment Accidents .................................................................................... 17
Trenching Accidents .................................................................................................. 18
SAFETY FIRST .............................................................................................................. 19
GET MORE COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION LEADS..................................................... 20
FOLLOW CONSTRUCTION DATA / CREDITS................................................................. 21
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C
onstruction sites are one of the
most dangerous workplaces
in the country.According to
the Occupational Safety & Health
Administration (OSHA), “nearly 6.4 million
people work at approximately 252,000
construction sites on any given day.The
fatal injury rate for the construction industry
is higher than the national average in this
category for all industries.” In fact, 828 of
the 4,101 worker fatalities that occurred in
2013 were in construction.
OSHA has determined that there are four
main safety hazards that account for 57.7
percent of all fatalities at construction
sites. Dubbed the “Fatal Four” by OSHA,
they include falls, being struck by objects,
electrocutions and caught in or between
hazards.
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FALL HAZARDS
Injuries from falls are the most common
cause of construction site fatalities. Falls
accounted for 302 of the 828 total deaths
in construction in 2013, which is 36.5
percent of all construction deaths.
Some of the main causes of construction
site falls are unprotected edges
and openings, improper scaffolding
construction or use and improper ladder
use. Fall protection is required by OSHA
for working at a height of six feet or more
or anytime someone is working over
dangerous equipment and machinery. For
workers on scaffolds fall protection must be
provided if working 10 feet or more above
the lower level.
Fall protection and prevention can be
accomplished in a couple of different
ways.
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Guardrails are the only method approved
that actually prevents falls from occurring.
They are great for unprotected edges,
scaffolding work and openings such as
from uncovered skylights and elevator
shafts. Guardrails must be between 39
and 45 inches in height from the surface.
The top rail must be able to withstand a
minimum of 200 pounds of force and the
middle rail must withstand 150 pounds of
force.
The other two acceptable means of fall
protection are safety nets and personal
fall arrest systems. Safety nets should be
placed as close as reasonable to the work
area and cannot exceed being placed
more than 30 feet below the work area.
Border ropes on the safety net must have
a minimum strength of 5,000 pounds and
the net must be able to absorb a drop test
using a 400-pound bag of sand.The nets
must extend a minimum of eight feet out
horizontally from the work surface.
OSHA provides a formula on the horizontal
distance a safety net must extend based
on the vertical distance from the working
level to the horizontal plane of the safety
net.
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A
personal fall arrest system consists
of three main components:
anchorage, connecting device
and a full-body harness.The anchorage
and the D-rings or snap hooks and vertical
lifelines or lanyards that make up the
connecting device must each be able
to support a minimum of 5,000 pounds.
Personal fall arrest systems should be
inspected before each use to ensure
everything is working properly and is free of
damage.Also, the lanyard or lifeline should
be short enough to avoid the worker from
making contact with the level below in the
event of a fall. In order to achieve this you
need to take into account the length of
the lanyard, length of dynamic elongation
due to elastic stretch and the height of the
worker.
Improper scaffolding and ladder use
are the other main contributors to falls
at construction sites. Scaffolds must be
designed by qualified personnel and a
competent person is required to oversee
scaffold construction. Supported scaffolds
must be able to support its own weight
and four times the intended load including
the weight of all workers, materials and
tools being placed on it.The ropes for
suspended scaffolds must each be able
to support the weight of the scaffold and
six times the intended load.The platforms
must be properly planked and have a
minimum width of at least 18 inches.
As mentioned earlier, when working on
scaffolds 10 feet or higher OSHA requires
fall protection be provided for workers. Safe
access to the scaffold must be provided
along with proper training on scaffold use.
Improper ladder use is another common
cause of falls at construction sites. Some
of the reasons for ladder falls include
incorrect ladder choice, failure to properly
secure the ladder and attempting to carry
tools and materials by hand while climbing.
When choosing a ladder you should make
sure that it’s in good condition and working
properly.You also need to make sure that
the ladder is long enough to be placed at
a stable angle and be able to extend three
feet above the work surface.Tie the ladder
to a secure point at the top and bottom to
avoid it from sliding or falling.You should
always maintain three points of contact
when ascending or descending a ladder.
Tools and materials should be carried up
using a tool belt or a rope to pull things up
once you’ve stopped climbing.
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STRUCK-BY
HAZARDS
Struck-by injuries occur when a worker
comes into forcible contact with a flying,
falling, swinging or rolling object. Struck-by
injuries are the second highest cause of
fatalities among construction workers.
According to OSHA, struck-by injuries
accounted for 84 deaths in 2013 or 10.1
percent of all construction related fatalities.
This is due to the numerous hazards that
can create struck-by injuries.There are four
common struck-by hazards in construction:
struck-by flying objects, struck-by falling
objects, struck-by swinging objects and
struck-by rolling objects.
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STRUCK-BY FALLING OBJECT
Struck-by falling object injuries can encompass everything from
tools and materials being knocked off unprotected edges to a
suspended load coming loose.Workers should also avoid working
in areas where work is being performed overhead where they
could be struck by falling debris or tools.
Tools and materials should be secured when performing
overhead work using toeboards or screens to prevent objects
falling, or debris nets and catch platforms to deflect falling
objects.
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STRUCK-BY SWINGING
OBJECT
Injuries caused by swinging objects
usually occur when materials are being
mechanically lifted and something causes
the load to sway, or when a worker is
inside the swing radius of a piece of heavy
equipment such as a crane.Workers
should never position themselves under a
suspended load.Workers should stay well
outside the swing radius and verify that the
heavy equipment operator can see them.
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STRUCK-BY ROLLING OBJECT
Injuries caused by rolling objects usually
involve a worker being struck by a vehicle
or heavy equipment while it’s in motion,
but can also include any object that
rolls, moves or slides on the same level
as a worker.Workers should steer clear of
vehicles and heavy equipment in use.
Many times equipment operators have
limited or no visibility when operating in
reverse so it is important that workers are
aware of areas where heavy equipment
is being operated to avoid those areas. It
is also important that operators of heavy
equipment are properly trained. Struck-
by accidents involving heavy equipment
often occur due to operators not being
properly trained on how to safely operate
the machinery.
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BE AWARE OFYOUR
SURROUNDINGS
Adequate awareness of your surroundings
and proper use of personal protective
equipment (PPE) can go a long way in
avoiding injuries at the construction site.
It is important for employers to alert all
workers of areas where there is greater
potential for struck-by accidents to occur
and to limit employee access to those
areas. OSHA requires that employers
provide employees with proper PPE.This
varies by the type of work being done
and the hazards workers are exposed
to but include items such as hard hats,
safety glasses and face shields and ear
protection.
All PPE used at the construction site
whether it’s employee provided steel-toed
boots to employer provided hard hats, they
should all meet the American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) standards. PPE
should be inspected prior to each use to
ensure that it’s in proper working condition
and free from any defects or damage.
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ELECTROCUTION
HAZARDS
Electrocutions accounted for 71 deaths in construction
related accidents in 2013 which is the most current data
available.According to OSHA this accounted for 8.6
percent of all construction related fatalities that year, the
third most in the industry.
Electrocution is death by electric shock caused
by exposure to lethal amounts of electrical energy.
Electrocution can occur from contact with power lines,
contact with energized sources such as faulty equipment
or exposed wires and improper extension cord usage.
Both overhead and underground power lines carry a high
voltage.The best way to avoid electrocution from power
lines is to simply stay away from them. By maintaining a
safe distance and being aware of power line locations
you can avoid making contact with heavy equipment,
ladders, lifts, etc. If you do have to operate equipment
such as cranes near power lines contact the utility
company to de-energize and ground the lines.
Other steps you can take to avoid electrocution around
power lines include using nonconductive tools and
equipment, never storing material underneath power lines
and cordoning off the area around power lines to the
correct distance per OSHA guidelines.
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O
SHA has also established rules and
regulations regarding ground-fault
protection. Receptacle outlets that
are not part of the permanent wiring of the
structure must be protected with ground-
fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs).A GFCI
monitors the electrical current flow from hot
to neutral and if it detects an imbalance
it will trip the circuit in less than a second
and cuts off the electricity.
You should also establish an assured
equipment grounding conducting
program that covers all cords, temporary
receptacles, and equipment and
maintain detailed records off all tests and
inspections. Make sure all equipment and
extension cords are in good condition
by visually inspecting for cuts, frays or
exposed bare wires. Ensure that ground
prongs haven’t been removed or become
defective. Make sure that the equipment
grounding conductor is electrically
continuous by conducting a continuity test.
Some of the most commonly cited
standards by OSHA involving electrical
hazards include:
• Control of hazardous energy
(lockout/tagout), general industry
(29 CFR 1910.147)
• Electrical, wiring methods,
components and equipment,
general industry (29 CFR 1910.305)
• Electrical systems design, general
requirements, general industry (29
CFR 1910.303)
Remember, death can occur from
exposure to as little as 50 – 100
milliamperes of current. Most 120 Volt
circuits carry 15 to 20 amperes of current.
15 amperes of current is 300 times what is
necessary to cause death.
A great way to avoid accidental
electrocution is to implement lockout/
tagout procedures when equipment and
circuits aren’t being used.A qualified
person should ensure that all equipment
and circuits are de-energized before a lock
and/or tag is applied. Once you are ready
to remove locks and tags and re-energize
equipment and circuits, a qualified person
should be on hand to ensure that it is safe
to do so.
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ADDITIONAL ELECTRICAL
HAZARDS
There are a number of other electrical
hazards that can cause serious injury or
death in addition to electrocutions.These
include:
• Burns
• Shock
• Arc flash or blast
• Fire
• Explosions
Some of the common causes for these
other electricity related injuries include:
• Damaged equipment
• Faulty wiring
• Improper cord use
• No GCFIs
• Wet conditions
• Reversed polarity
• Lack of an assured grounding
conductor program.
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CAUGHT-IN / BETWEEN
HAZARDS
In 2013, caught-in/-between hazards accounted for 21 fatalities,
or 2.5 percent, of the 828 construction related deaths.
Caught-in or caught-between accidents occur when
someone is caught, crushed, squeezed,
compressed or pinched between two or
more objects. Examples include getting your hand caught in the
moving parts of an unguarded piece of machinery, being buried
by trench cave-ins and getting pinned between a wall and piece
of heavy equipment.
These accidents are similar to struck-by accidents with the main
difference being that caught-in/between accidents are a result of
crushing injuries and not the initial impact as they are with struck-
by accidents.
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POWER TOOLS &
MACHINERY ACCIDENTS
To avoid being caught in machinery and
power tools you should never operate
any piece of equipment where the
safety guards are missing or have been
intentionally removed. Never wear loose
clothing or anything that could hang down
and get caught in moving parts and pull
you in.
Make sure all equipment is properly de-
energized when not in use to avoid it from
accidentally being started.This is especially
important when you are doing any kind
of work on the equipment such as repairs,
changing accessories or performing
routine maintenance.
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT
ACCIDENTS
Heavy equipment on a construction site is
a common occurrence and can lead to a
false sense of security.Workers should never
place themselves in between a moving
vehicle and an immovable object such
as a wall.As mentioned before, operators
don’t always have a clear line of sight all
around them. If you are operating a piece
of heavy equipment, you should do so
correctly and never overload or overwork a
piece of equipment as this can cause it to
tip over.
It is important that if you are operating
heavy equipment that you properly wear
any seatbelts or safety restraints that it is
equipped with. In the event that a piece of
equipment does tip over, the cabs of those
machines are designed and reinforced
to protect the worker.That can’t happen
if the worker is thrown or jumps from the
equipment as it tips over.
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TRENCHING ACCIDENTS
Improperly protected trenches and
excavations are another major cause
of caught-in or between accidents.Any
trench that is deeper than 5 feet needs
to have protective systems in place. If the
trench or excavation is over 20 feet deep
a professional engineers is required to
design the protective system.Trenches
should be protected by being properly
sloped or benched to avoid collapse.
Shoring trenches to support the sides of
the excavation can also prevent collapse.
Utilizing trench boxes and shields can
protect workers from being buried or
crushed by cave-ins. Heavy equipment use
near an excavation should be avoided
when workers are inside the trench to avoid
causing cave-ins or having the equipment
fall into the excavation area. OSHA requires
that trenching and excavation work be
inspected by a competent person.A
competent person must be trained on the
requirements of the OSHA standard, use of
protective systems and soil classifications.
They are responsible for identifying and
eliminating any hazards before any worker
enters the area and while work is ongoing.
Any trench that is deeper than 5 feet
needs to have protective systems in place.
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SAFETY FIRST
Jobsite safety should constantly be on the mind of each
and every worker each and every day.Accidents are
going to happen but by implementing and enforcing
proper safety protocols the number of occurrences can
be greatly reduced and the damages caused can be
drastically mitigated.
Site supervisors should assess the jobsite before any work
begins and identify all potential hazards and ensure
that measures are in place to protect all workers from
accidents.Workers should be notified of all potential
hazards and warning signs should be posted around the
construction site to notify workers of safety precautions
they should be taking. Ongoing safety training should
be provided to all employees regardless of their years of
experience. Making the jobsite as safe as possible should
be the top priority on any construction job.
While you can’t prevent every accident from occurring,
by educating workers with proper safety training,
providing personal protective equipment and strictly and
adamantly adhering to OSHA regulations and guidelines
for the construction industry you can greatly reduce the
number and severity of occurrences.
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