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Construction’s Focus-Four:Falls, Struck by, Caught in or Between, and Electrical Hazards : Construction’s Focus-Four:Falls, Struck by, Caught in or Between, and Electrical Hazards www.consulthoffmann.com customerservice@consulthoffmann.com

OSHA’s Focus Four : OSHA’s Focus Four Four hazards make up 90% of all construction fatalities Falls: 33% of fatalities Struck by: 22% Caught in/between: 18% Electrical shock: 17%

There are regulations for all industries. : There are regulations for all industries. OSHA has two main industries, General Construction

Applicable Regs. : Applicable Regs. Focus four Falls — 1926 Subparts E, L, M, N, R, S, V, X Struck by — various regulations Caught in or between — various regulations Electrical hazards — 1926 Subpart K

Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls : Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls Falls — the leading cause of fatalities: 33% (in 2006, 428 employees) Roofers — 80 fatalities Residential construction workers — 61 Drywall, painters — 58 Equipment contractors — 41

Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls : Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls Where is fall protection needed? Ramps Excavations Leading edge work Unprotected sides and edges Roofing work

Anchorage Points/Tie of Point : Anchorage Points/Tie of Point Shall be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms and capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds per employee attached.

Lanyard : Lanyard The lanyard is to be worn with the shock-absorber to your back Never use a lanyard with a retractable! Always inspect your safety equipment before each use. Improperly worn harness can be dangerous Must have dual locking hasps

Proper fit and wearing… : Proper fit and wearing… D ring must be in the middle of your back Chest strap in the center of your chest Leg straps snug

Rescue : Rescue You must have a plan in place before an accident 15 minutes max hanging Risk of death (blood rushing to the heart)

Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls : Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls Threshold height 6 feet — construction 10 feet — scaffolding 15 feet — steel erection 4 feet — general industry

Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls : Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls Tips to prevent falls Personal Fall Arrest equipment/System (PFAS) Perimeter protection Cover Floor openings Ladders and scaffolds (proper use ^)

Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls : Construction’s Big Four — #1 Falls Equipment selection Guardrails — 1926.502(b) Personal fall arrest systems — 1926.502(d) Safety nets — 1926.502(c)

Primary Causes of Fall-Related Fatalities : Primary Causes of Fall-Related Fatalities Unprotected sides, edges and holes Improperly constructed walking/working surfaces Improper use of access equipment Failure to properly use PFAS Slips and Trips (housekeeping)

Construction’s Big Four —#2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four —#2 Struck by Struck by Vehicles/heavy equipment Flying objects Falling materials Struck by: 22% of construction fatalities

Construction’s Big Four —#2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four —#2 Struck by Most common objects involved in Struck/by… Motor vehicle Heavy equipment Flying object Falling object

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Examples of struck by accidents Nail from nail gun Wood from table saw kickback Rotating excavator Falling object

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Vehicles/heavy equipment Bulldozers Dump trucks Cranes Backhoes Forklifts §1926.20(b)(4) — Employees must be trained to operate any and all equipment and machinery

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Vehicles/heavy equipment Never assume anything Keep your mind on your work Don’t take back-up alarms for granted Get a spotter

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Vehicles/heavy equipment Don’t assume that the operator can see you Never cross the path of a backing vehicle Don’t walk next to operating equipment Don’t touch any construction equipment operating near power lines

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Vehicles/heavy equipment Never walk under a load Never ride on any construction equipment unless a seat is provided Be aware of the swing radius of cranes and backhoes

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Flying objects Nail from powder-actuated tool Pieces of metal from grinding operations Chunks of concrete from pavement-breaking work

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Flying objects Grinding operations Eye protection Face protection Pavement breaking Eye/face protection Head protection Hearing Protection

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Falling objects Injuries from falling objects occur when work is done at different heights Materials Tools Equipment

Primary Causes of Struck-by Fatalities : Primary Causes of Struck-by Fatalities Falling Objects - Rigging Failure - Loose or shifting materials - Equipment tip over or malfunction - Lack of overhead protection

Causes of Struck/by fatalities cont. : Causes of Struck/by fatalities cont. Vehicle and equipment striker - Backing incidents - Workers on foot Flying objects

Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by : Construction’s Big Four — #2 Struck by Falling objects Inspect and maintain rigging and equipment — §1926.251 Erect toe-boards/screens — §1926.502(j) Erect canopy — §1926.502(j)(8) Barricade the area — §1926.21(b)(2)

Construction’s Big Four — #3 Caught in or Between : Construction’s Big Four — #3 Caught in or Between Trench/excavation Machinery Equipment and a solid object Heavy equipment Collapsing scaffolding Falling wall

Primary Causes of Caught-in-between Fatalities : Primary Causes of Caught-in-between Fatalities Trench/Excavation Collapse Rotating Equipment Unguarded Parts Equipment Rollovers Equipment Maintenance

Construction’s Big Four — #3 Caught in or Between : Construction’s Big Four — #3 Caught in or Between Heavy equipment/machinery Rollovers — §1926.1000 Dumping material — §1926.601(b)(12) Crush points — §1926.600(a)(3)(i) & §1926.601(b)(10) Rotating shafts — §1926.21(b)(2)

Construction’s Big Four — #3 Caught in or Between : Construction’s Big Four — #3 Caught in or Between Demolition operations — §1926.859 Keep non-essential employees away —§1929.859(a) Competent person inspects work — §1926.859(g)

Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock : Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock Common electrical hazards Failing to lockout and tag equipment Touching exposed wiring Using defective power tools and cords Contacting overhead power lines

Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock : Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock Electrical safety requirements Locate and identify utilities Look for power lines Maintain safe distance Use insulated power tools Use GFCIs Use care on ladders

Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock : Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock §1926.416 & .417 ? Safety related work practices De-energizing, locking out, and tagging Grounding and guarding Warning signs Overhead and underground power lines Cords, cables, and extension cords

Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock : Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock Protective measures Insulation Guarding Grounding Personal protective equipment Circuit protection devices

Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock : Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock Circuit protection devices Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for receptacle outlets, or An assured equipment grounding conductor program.

Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock : Construction’s Big Four — #4 Electrical shock Insulation inspection Insulation breakdown Broken or exposed wires Scuffed insulation Protection Insulated gloves Warning signs

Primary Causes of Electrocution Fatalities : Primary Causes of Electrocution Fatalities Contact with overhead power lines Contact with live circuits in panels Poorly maintained cords and tools Lightning strikes

Overall Training : Overall Training Training requirements §1926.21(b)(2) — General construction training requirement: The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury.

Overall Training : Overall Training Fall protection training — §1926.503 & §1926.454 Competent person When employees are exposed to fall hazards

Overall Training : Overall Training Struck by — §1926.21 Caught in or between — §1926.21 Electrical — §§1926.21, 1926.416 & .417

OSHA’s Focus Four : OSHA’s Focus Four Falls Struck by Caught in/between Electrical shock

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