Preventing Falls Each year falls consistently account for a number of fatalities in industry. How do you, as workers, take responsibility to prevent falls at the
Ladder Safety: Portable and Fixed Ladders People fall off ladders, resulting in injuries that range from bruises, broken bones, or even death. There are several potential
Ladders: General Information and Checklist Most workers injured in falls from ladders, are less than 10 feet above the ladder’s base. Portable ladders generally fall into
Managing Hand-Tool Hazards Compared with a vat of chlorine or a huge industrial machine, a hammer seems pretty harmless. But workers who use simple hand tools
Hand Tool Safety: Clamps, Snips, Toolboxes Clamps Do not use the C-clamp for hoisting materials. Do not use the C-clamp as a permanent fastening device. Snips Wear
Hand Tool Safety: Use of Pliers There are many types of pliers. The most commonly used are the 6-inch combination slip-joint pliers. The slip-joint permits the
Hand Tool Safety: Files, Chisels, Hammers, Screwdrivers Before using any of these tools inspect it to ensure that it is in good condition. Files/Rasps Do not use