create a 2 page toolbox talk for a commercial concrete company in north georgia in october

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## Remember This (cont.) Construction Toolbox Talk NIOSH CPWR 【● # Eye Protection - Make sure your safety eyewear has "Z87+" marked on the frame or a lens, indicating its impact resistance. - Wear the correct eye protection for the hazard present. - If small dust particles or chemicals get in your eye, use the eyewash station. Rinse with clean water for at least 15 to 20 minutes. Do not rub your eyes. - Get medical help for cuts, punctures, and objects in your eyes such as metal slivers or wood shavings. Do not wash out your eyes or try to remove the object yourself. GET INFORMATION CDC/NIOSH INFO: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-[redacted phone]) | TTY: 1-[redacted phone] | cdc.gov/info | cdc.gov/niosh CPWR: Contact [redacted phone] | [redacted email] | www.cpwr.com/toolbox-talks DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2022-136 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.[redacted postal code]/NIOSHPUB2022136 | August 2022

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TOOLBOXTALK alliance An OSHA Cooperative Program INSTITUTE # EYE PROTECTION A BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF THE OSHA STANDARD There are 2.4 million eye injuries annually in America. With the use of eye protection, at least 90% of them could be prevented. Personal protective equipment (PPE) for the eyes and face is designed to prevent or lessen the severity of injuries to workers. ## Provisions for Eye Protection A CAUTION Eye protection required The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation. ## Common Causes of Eye Injuries - Flying objects - Tools . Particles . Chemicals • Harmful radiation • Any combination of these or other hazards - Safety Eyewear Protection Includes: - Non-prescription and prescription safety glasses - Goggles • Face shields • Full-face respirators The safety eyewear must have "Z87+” marked on the frame and in some cases the lens. ## Potential Eye Hazard Examples - Hammering, grinding, sanding, and masonry work that may produce particles • Mineral wool or fiberglass insulation installation may lead to particle contact with the eyes • Handling liquid chemicals may lead to splashes in the eye - Wet or powdered cement in the eye can cause a chemical burn • Welding leads to exposure to arcs and flashes (intense UV radiation) for welders, helpers, and bystanders - Dusty or windy conditions can lead to particles in the eye - Eye injuries can result from simply passing through an area where work is being performed Types of Eye Protection Safety Glasses This is the most common form of protective eyewear. These look like normal glasses, except they have an industrial design and are produced from stronger materials. Designed to protect eyes against impact from small objects in accordance wi…

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## How can we stay safe today? (cont.) Equipment Safety: Construction Toolbox Talk NIOSH CPWR 【 Maintenance - Always inspect equipment before using it to make sure it is in safe working order and good repair. - Tell your supervisor if equipment needs to be maintained, cleaned, or repaired. - Use proper lockout/tagout procedures to control all hazardous energy sources before maintaining, cleaning, or repairing equipment. GET INFORMATION CDC/NIOSH INFO: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-[redacted phone]) | TTY: 1-[redacted phone] | cdc.gov/info | www.cdc.gov/niosh CPWR: Contact [redacted phone] | [redacted email] | www.cpwr.com/toolbox-talks DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2022-135 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.[redacted postal code]/NIOSHPUB2022135 | August 2022

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## Remember This (cont.) Noise and Hearing CPWR TOOLBOX RESEARCH AND TRAINING THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION TALK Protection Below are types of hearing protection when working in high-noise work areas. Earplugs Earmuffs CAUTION HEARING PROTECTION REQUIRED CUIDADO SE REQUIERE PROTECCIÓN DELOS OÍDOS - Be aware of high-noise areas. Look for signs, measure the noise level, or use the shout test. - Wear hearing protection in high-noise areas. - If possible, move away from noise-generating equipment or move the equipment away from your work area. * Don't spend any more time than necessary around loud noises. ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of NIOSH. CPWR 【● THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING

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V Construction Eye Protection Toolbox Talk NIOSH CPWR ● Eye injuries from dust and particles, welding light, and chemicals are common on jobsites. Often these injuries occur because workers are wearing the wrong eye protection or none at all. Although some eye injuries are minor, even a simple scratch from wood, cement, or drywall dust can cause lasting pain. Metal slivers from a grinding wheel or rebounding nails from routine hammering and carpentry can puncture the eye and lead to vision loss. Welding light can cause "welders' flash" that burns eyes and surrounding tissue. Nearby workers and bystanders are also at risk. Work-related eye injuries can have life-long consequences. ## William's Story William was hand-grinding a small section of a cement floor. He had not been provided with safety glasses. William was finishing up the job when he felt a sharp pain in his right eye. - What caused this incident? - How could this have been prevented? *Have you ever suffered a work-related eye injury, or do you know someone who has? If so, what happened? ## How can we stay safe today? What will we do at the worksite to prevent eye injuries? ## Remember This • Identify eye hazards before you start work. - Always wear the correct eye protection for those hazards. • Wear safety glasses marked with "Z87+" on the frame or lenses, as an indicator of impact protection. • Use vented goggles for dust, such as cement dust, and non-vented goggles for chemicals. • Use face shields with safety glasses or goggles for protection from flying objects or chemical splashes. • When welding, use a welding helmet or goggles with the correct lens shade for the job (shade 10-14 for arc welding; 4-8 for gas welding; and 3-6 for torch brazing). Helpers and bystanders also need UV protection. • Take care of your eye protection and replace it when damaged. • Do not rub your eyes if injured by small particles such as wood, cement or drywall dust, or chemicals. Use the eyewash st…

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# Roofing Including Skylights (cont.) ## Concrete 1. Are all workers performing the erection process trained and qualified for the task? 2. Can fall protection systems be installed on the ground before the members are erected into place (i.e., life lines, safety nets and retractable lanyards)? 3. Is the erection process so designed as to minimize the possibility that the connectors will have to move suddenly to avoid any unwanted contact within coming members? 4. Can the erection/connecting process be completed from scissor or boomlifts, eliminating unwanted fall exposures? 5. Are positioning systems being used on formwork? 6. Are guardrails installed on formwork, where appropriate? 7. Is the appropriate controlled access zone established for overhand brick laying and/or precast operations? 8. Is formwork and shoring adequate to support the intended loads? 9. Are all impalement hazards, such as rebar, covered, protected or bent over to eliminate the impalement hazard? Concrete Hazard Identification ## 1926.501(b)(12) - Precast Concrete Erection Each employee engaged in the erection of precast concrete members and related operations such as grouting of precast concrete members, who is 6 feet or more above lower levels shall be protected from falling by guardrail systems, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems, unless another provision in paragraph (b) of this section provides for an alternative fall protection measure. 15

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# Head Protection (cont.) ## Remember This (cont.) CPWR TOOLBOX THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING TALK # Head Protection ✓ Correct Incorrect T * Never alter the hard hat shell or cushion-support suspension. - Always wear your hard hat with the bill facing forward. Certification by ANSI does not cover hard hats worn backwards. - Do not let your hard hat touch electrical wires. - Use only eye protection designed to work with hard hats. Be sure to follow the maker's instructions for use. ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of NIOSH. CPWR 【● THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING

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# OSHA QUICK CARD™ ## Protect Yourself Construction Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ## Eye and Face Protection - Safety glasses or face shields are worn any time work operations can cause foreign objects to get in the eye. For example, during welding, cutting, grinding, nailing (or when working with concrete and/or harmful chemi- cals or when exposed to flying particles). Wear when exposed to any electrical hazards, including working on energized electrical systems. - Eye and face protectors - select based on anticipated hazards. ## Foot Protection - Construction workers should wear work shoes or boots with slip-resistant and puncture-resistant soles. • Safety-toed footwear is worn to prevent crushed toes when working around heavy equipment or falling objects. - Hand Protection - Gloves should fit snugly. - Workers should wear the right gloves for the job (examples: heavy-duty rubber gloves for concrete work; welding gloves for welding; insulated gloves and sleeves when exposed to electrical hazards). - Head Protection • Wear hard hats where there is a potential for objects falling from above, bumps to the head from fixed objects, or of accidental head contact with electrical hazards. - Hard hats - routinely inspect them for dents, cracks or deterioration; replace after a heavy blow or electrical shock; maintain in good condition. - Hearing Protection - Use earplugs/earmuffs in high noise work areas where chainsaws or heavy equipment are used; clean or replace earplugs regularly. For more complete information: Occupational OSHA Safety and Health Administration U.S. Department of Labor www.osha.gov (800) 321-OSHA OSHA 3260-09N-05

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# EYE PROTECTION A BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF THE OSHA STANDARD (cont.) ## Goggles (cont.) eye protection, goggles do not provide splash or spray protection to other parts of the face. ## Face Shields A face shield can provide additional protection to other facial areas that safety glasses or goggles cannot. Face shields are considered to be a secondary protector and must always be worn over protective safety glasses or goggles. To provide better face and eye protection from splashes and sprays, a face shield should have crown and chin protection and wrap around the face to the point of the ear, which reduces the likelihood that a splash could go around the edge of the shield and reach the eyes. Disposable face shields for medical personnel made of light weight films that are attached to a surgical mask or fit loosely around the face should not be relied upon as optimal protection. Cartridge respirators not only have the ability to filter the air before you breathe, but can also be used as eye protection. They will protect the eyes and all parts of the face. ## Eye Wash An important part of eye protection is the availability of emergency eye wash stations. Portable squeeze bottle eye washes shall be available where employees are exposed to particles or non-corrosive liquids. In locations where caustic chemicals are used, an eye wash station designed for 15 minute continuous operation shall be available, and in all cases, is the preferred method of eye wash where practical. ## THINGS YOU SHOULD DO IN THE WORKPLACE: . A hazard assessment should determine the risk of exposure to eye and face hazards, including those which may be encountered in an emergency. - Guard against eye injury by wearing appropriate protective eyewear. • Refer to the selection chart to choose the appropriate protection. • Ensure emergency eye wash stations are available in your workplace where employees may be exposed to particles or non-corrosive liquids or chemicals. • Protect your e…

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CPWR TOOLBOX THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING TALK # Head Protection The hard hat is one of the most widely used and important pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) on the job. Hard hats protect workers from head injuries due to falling objects and overhead hazards. ## Bob's Story Bob and his crew were putting a new roof on a house. During his lunch break, Bob was on the ground eating a sandwich. A worker on the roof dropped his hammer. The falling hammer struck Bob's hard hat. Although Bob had some pain and discomfort, he did not need hospitalization. - Have you or someone you know ever had their hard hat prevent an injury? If so, what happened? - How could this incident have been prevented? ## Remember This ➤ On a jobsite, always wear a hard hat that fits properly. ➤ Always wear your hard hat with the bill facing forward. Certification by ANSI does not cover hard hats worn backwards. ➤ Always avoid contact between the hard hat and electric wires. ➤ Always keep the space between the shell and the head clear. For example, don't wear a ball cap or other object under your hard hat. Never alter its shell or suspension, because that could drastically reduce the protection it gives. ➤ Never use a cushion-support suspension that is intended for use with a different hard hat shell or that is made by a different manufacturer. ➤ If you wear eye protection, use a kind designed to work with hard hats. Be sure to follow the maker's instructions for use. How can we stay safe today? What will we do at the worksite to promote hard hat use and prevent head injuries? - 1. - 2. OSHA Regulation: 1926.100 ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors an…