Resources to Prevent Construction Accidents
The following information can help in the prevention of personal injury caused by construction accidents.
Resources Needed to Prevent Personal Injury by Machines and Equipment:
-Inspect all machines and power tools prior to use
-Require and place guarding on all exposed and dangerous moving parts
-Require and verify operator training in the use of machines and equipment
-Require and follow standard operating procedures.
Resources Needed to Prevent Personal Injuries from Being Struck by Equipment:
-Train all heavy equipment operators
-Require daily safety inspections of all vehicles and equipment
-Require safety training for personnel who work around dangerous equipment.
Resources Needed to Prevent Falls:
-Use scaffolding equipped with railing and toe boards
-Ensure proper clean up and maintenance of all work surfaces and areas
-Implement and use fall prevention equipment
-Require employee safety training in fall protection, scaffolding, and erial lifts.
Resources Needed to Prevent Electrical Personal Injuries:
-Utilize ground fault circuit interruptors
-Electrical test all equipment and power tools to ensure proper wiring
-Require employee safety training in clearance distances and personal protective equipment (PPE)
-Require use of appropriate PPE such as gloves, hard-hats, etc.
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