Workplace Safety Basics - Work Practices.pptx

Workplace safety basics for construction workers

1. Workplace Safety Basics: Work Practices

2. Introduction: Be aware of potential hazards Take action to avoid or eliminate them Report any hazards

3. Objectives: Demonstrate safe work practices and procedures that can help protect you and others around you

4. Wellness How you take care of yourself off the job has a big impact on how well you perform on the job.

5. Back Safety: Muscles Tendons Ligaments Nerves

6. Back Safety Knowing the proper way to lift can help you prevent back injuries.

7. Lifting Plan: Ensure your path is clear Test the object’s weight Use help if necessary

8. Moving an Object: Place your feet as close to it as you can Position your body so you’re centered over the load Get low by bending at your knees Get a good grip on the object Lift straight up with your legs in a smooth motion

9. Carrying a Load: Don’t twist or turn your body as you walk Keep the load steady and close to your body Lower the load slowly Don’t let go until it is secure

10. Posture Sitting or standing with poor posture strains your back muscles and can lead to back pain and injuries.

11. Back Safety Many back injuries don’t develop from a single lift, but from relatively minor strains over time.

12. Slips, Trips, and Falls Most of these hazards can be prevented through some personal best practices and a little good housekeeping.

13. Slips, Trips, and Falls: Keep a clear line of sight when you walk Take your time, and be aware of your surroundings Keep at least one hand free to use handrails Wear appropriate footwear that is clean and dry

14. Housekeeping Housekeeping is not a one-time exercise, but rather an ongoing effort.

15. Personal Protective Equipment PPE refers to protective clothing or devices worn by a worker to prevent exposures to hazards in the environment.

16. Personal Protective Equipment: Head Eye & Face Hearing Respiratory system Hands Feet Full Body Fall hazards

17. Head Protection If you work where objects may fall from above or hit you on the side of your head, you will be required to wear a hard hat.

18. Head Protection It's important you wear the proper hard hat for your work environment and the hazards you might face.

19. Eye and Face Protection: Safety glasses Goggles Face shields Welding goggles Helmets

20. Eye and Face Protection If you need to wear a face shield, you must wear safety glasses or goggles, too.

21. Hearing Protection Exposure to excessive noise can cause gradual hearing loss, with damage building over time.

22. Hearing Protection: Ear plugs Earmuffs Canal caps Annual hearing test

23. Respiratory Protection Inhalation is the quickest and most direct route for airborne contaminants to enter your body.

24. Respiratory Protection Respiratory protection is required to supply clean breathing air when oxygen levels are too low.

25. Hand Protection Gloves are the most common type of PPE and can protect against cuts, burns, abrasions, and electric shock.

26. Hand Protection: Hand pads Finger cots Finger sleeves Arm coverings Elbow-length gloves

27. Foot Protection If you’re at risk of foot injuries from falling or rolling objects, or from crushing or penetrating materials, you must wear protective footwear.

28. Foot Protection You’ll want to wear the right type of safety shoe or boot for the hazards present.

29. Full Body Protection: Coveralls Vests Jackets Aprons Lab coats Surgical gowns Chemical-resistant body suits FR clothing

30. Fall Protection Personal fall arrest systems, positioning systems, and travel restraint systems keep you from falling, or safely stop you if you do fall.

31. Fall Protection A personal fall protection system is required when you work four feet or more above a lower level and there’s no guardrail system or safety net in place.

32. Personal Protective Equipment Get in the habit of routinely inspecting your PPE and never use any damaged gear.

33. Keep your PPE clean and store it properly after each use. Personal Protective Equipment

34. Summary: Demonstrate safe work practices and procedures that can help protect you and others around you