Can you make a tool box talk on pinch points in construction work

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# Hand Tools - General Hand Tool Operation (cont.) ## What are some basic tips when using hand tools? (cont.) - Maintain tools carefully. Keep them clean and dry, and store them properly after each use. - Carry tools in a sturdy toolbox to and from the worksite. - Wear safety glasses or goggles, or a face shield (with safety glasses or goggles) and well-fitting gloves appropriate for the hazards to which you may be exposed when doing various tasks. Keep the work environment clean and tidy to avoid clutter, which may cause incidents. - Use a heavy belt or apron and hang tools pointed down at your sides, not behind your back. - Keep the work space tidy. Store tools properly when not in use. ## What should I avoid when using hand tools? - Do not use tools for jobs they are not intended to do. For example, do not use a slot screwdriver as a chisel, pry bar, wedge or punch, or wrenches as hammers. - Do not apply excessive force or pressure on tools. - Do not cut towards yourself when using cutting tools. - Do not hold the stock in the palm of your hand when using a cutting tool or a screwdriver. Always lay it on a workbench or in a vice. - Do not wear bulky gloves to operate hand tools. - Do not throw tools. Hand them, handle first, directly to other workers. - Do not carry tools in a way that interferes with using both hands on a ladder, while climbing on a structure, or when doing any hazardous work. If working on a ladder or scaffold, tools should be raised and lowered using a bucket and hand line. - Do not carry a sharp tool in your pocket. Hand Tools - General Hand Tool Operation CCOHS

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# Construction Worker - General (cont.) ## What are some preventive measures for construction workers? (cont.) - Have training before beginning any task, especially high-risk activities such as working at heights, hazardous energy control (lockout/tag out), or confined space entry. - Follow a recommended shiftwork pattern, and be aware of the associated hazards. - Be aware of seasonal hazards from working in extreme temperatures. - Know how to get help in an emergency for working alone situations. - Be aware of the emergency response plans before work begins. ## What are some good general safe work practices? - Follow safety procedures for: - Confined space entry - Working at heights - Electrical safety - Lockout/tagout of machinery - Machinery and safeguard - Ladders - Material handling - Working with tools and equipment - Working alone - Extreme work temperatures - Fire safety. - Practice safe lifting techniques. - Know how to identify hazards - Follow company safety rules and safe operating procedures. - Stay informed about chemical hazards and WHMIS 2015. - Know how to report a hazard. - Follow good housekeeping procedures. ## Where can I get more information? General information is available in OSH Answers or through the CCOHS person-to-person Inquiries Service. Construction Worker - General CCOHS

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# Hazard and Risk - Hazard Identification (cont.) ## How do I know what is a hazard? (cont.) - Pinch points on machines (places where parts are very close together). - Objects that stick out (protrude) - Moving objects (conveyors, chains, belts, ropes, etc.) What could I fall from? (falls to lower levels) - Structures, tanks, silos. - Ladders, overhead walkways, elevating_platforms. - Roofs. - Trees or cliffs. - Trenches. What could I slip or trip on? (falls on the same level) - Obstructions on the floor and stairs. - Surface issues (wet, oily, icy, uneven). - Footwear that is in poor condition. How could I overexert myself? - Lifting (manual material handling). - Pulling or pushing. - Carrying. - Repetitive motions (work-related musculoskeletal disorders). - Awkward and static postures. What other situations could I come across? - Unknown or unauthorized people in the area. - A potentially violent situation. - Working alone. - Confined space. - Missing or damaged materials. - New equipment or procedures at the work site. - Fire or explosion. - Chemical spill or release. Hazard and Risk - Hazard Identification CCOHS

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# Construction Worker - General (cont.) ## What are some health and safety issues for construction workers? (cont.) Working in adverse weather conditions (such as cold, heat, high winds , or lightning. - Working with hand tools, powered tools and heavy powered equipment. - Excess vibration in the hands, arms or body from powered tools or equipment. - Confined spaces. - Noise. - Working at heights. - Working with portable ladders and fixed ladders. - Electrical hazards. - Hazardous energy control including lockout/tag out. - Working with cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment. - Slips, trips and falls. - Respiratory hazards from wood dust. - Explosion and fire hazards from combustible dusts. - Stress. - Shift work or extended work days. - Working alone. - Struck by mobile equipment. - Maintaining good housekeeping. - Workplace violence and harrassment. ## What are some preventive measures for construction workers? - Scan the workplace for existing and potential hazards before work begins and take appropriate controls. Be aware that conditions can change constantly. - Inspect all equipment and machinery for any defects before work begins. - Keep tools and equipment in good working order. Use correct personal protective equipment and apparel, including safety footwear. - Keep all work areas clear of clutter and equipment. - Avoid awkward body positions or take frequent breaks. - Learn safe lifting techniques. Construction Worker - General CCOHS

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# Carpenter (cont.) ## What does a carpenter do? (cont.) Flammable materials, including wood dust. Combustible dust may also be a concern. - Risk of pain or injury from working in awkward positions, performing repetitive tasks, or lifting. - Risk of cuts, abrasions, and other injuries from handling workpieces and using tools or equipment. - Risk of entanglement of body parts into rotating parts or machinery. - Extreme temperatures when working outdoors. - Risk of eye injury from flying particles. - Working at heights. - Stress. - Shift work or extended work days. - Working alone. Additional hazards may be present due to the nature of the worksite. Always be aware of your surroundings. ## What are some preventive measures for carpenters? - Inspect work area, tools, and equipment before work starts for possible hazards. - Select tools and equipment that allow work to be done using good ergonomic procedures.. When there is a choice, select a tool of low weight. - Keep tools and equipment in good working order. - Know when to replace accessories on woodworking machines. - Clean up wood dust regularly and maintain good housekeeping practices. - Keep work areas clear of clutter and equipment. - Disconnect the power to any machine when you have to fix an issue or change parts. Use lock-out/tag out procedures and/or maintain control of the power while working on the machine to prevent accidental start-up. - Never operate machinery without all guards in place. - Wear appropriate eye protection, hearing protection, footwear, and other protective equipment for the task. - Know about the products you are working with, including type of wood, chemicals, paints, stains, etc. - Learn safe lifting techniques. Carpenter CCOHS

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# How do I "identify potential hazards"? (cont.) ## 1. Eliminate the hazard (cont.) If the hazard cannot be eliminated, contact might be prevented by using enclosures, machine guards, worker booths or similar devices. These are generally engineering controls. ## 3. Revise work procedures Consideration might be given to modifying steps which are hazardous, changing the sequence of steps, or adding additional steps (such as locking out energy sources). Work procedures and training fall under administrative controls. ## 4. Reduce the exposure These measures are the least effective and should only be used if no other solutions are possible. One way of minimizing exposure is to reduce the number of times the hazard is encountered. An example would be modifying machinery so that less maintenance is necessary. The use of appropriate personal protective equipment may be required. To reduce the severity of an incident, emergency facilities, such as eyewash stations, may need to be provided. This preventive measure is also an administrative control. Reducing the exposure may include using personal protective equipment. It is important to note that personal protective equipment can limit exposure to the harmful effects of a hazard, but only if the personal protective equipment is worn and used correctly. In listing the preventive measures, do not use general statements such as "be careful" or "use caution." Specific statements which describe both what action is to be taken and how it is to be performed are preferable. The recommended measures are listed in the right-hand column of the worksheet, numbered to match the hazard in question. For example: Job Safety Analysis CCOHS

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# Safeguarding - Working around Machinery (cont.) ## What are some hazards that are associated with machinery and powered equipment? (cont.) <table><tr><th rowspan="2">Possible Hazard</th><th colspan="2">Check One</th><th rowspan="2">Notes</th></tr><tr><td>OK</td><td>Needs Investigation</td></tr><tr><td>Consider tasks associated with different phases of the machine's life start-up and programming loading, packing, transporting, unpacking decommissioning and disposal</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td colspan="4">Mechanical Components</td></tr><tr><td>At the point of operation, identify the following:</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>what parts move</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>the range of motion of moving parts</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>the type of motion (e.g., rotation, shearing, bending, cutting, punching)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Note - the point of operation refers to the area of the machine where useful work is performed. Typically this point is where an operator has contact with the machine.</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Identify how power is transmitted to the machine hydraulic pneumatic mechanical</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>If present, identify if the machine has a brake or clutch, and how it operates</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Identify all the "in-running nip points" on the machine</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Identify all the pinch points on the machine</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Identify entanglement hazards of the machine as a result of contact with:</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></table> Safeguarding - Working around Machinery CCOHS