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# MANUAL HANDLING 27 Date Posted: 09/06/2016 Improper lifting from manual handling is the leading cause of back injury. If mechanical handling methods are not possible, utilize the following guidelines: ## LIFTING • Know your capabilities, only begin lifts that you can handle. • Can you handle the load yourself or do you need assistance? • Is there a clear walkway with good lighting to the work area? • Wear gloves to protect against cuts and punctures. • Wear safety boots or shoes to protect from falling loads. • Carry out a trial lift by rocking the load from side to side and try to lift a small amount to get the "feel" for it ## GOOD HANDLING TECHNIQUE • Get as close to the load as possible, and keep it close to you while lifting, carrying, and lowering it. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, one foot slightly forward pointing in the direction you are going. • If the - object is small enough to fit between your feet, bend your knees and keep your back straight. • Get a secure grip on the load. - Breathe in before lifting as this helps to support the spine. • Do not lift a load that will obscure your vision. • Lift slowly and smoothly. • Keep your face forward. • Avoid twisting your body when lifting or carrying a load. • When lifting to a height from the floor, lift in two stages • When two or more people lift a load, one person must take control to coordinate the lift. ## QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION • Name two hazards when lifting and carrying? • Why is it important to not rotate with a heavy object? ## PRESENTER TIPS • Pre-read the Toolbox Talk. Your comfort level and confidence will be higher if you know your topic. Discuss related tasks, work areas or events that make the Toolbox Talk relevant to your job site. • Involve the workers by asking questions and input that drives discussion.

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# Select the appropriate protection: <table><tr><th>If work activities involve</th><th>Then use</th></tr><tr><td> carrying or handling materials which could be dropped - packages - objects - parts - heavy tools • other activities where objects might fall onto the feet</td><td>safety shoes/boots with impact protection - steel-toed safety shoes</td></tr><tr><td> skid trucks (manual material handling carts) working around bulk rolls (such as paper rolls) • working around heavy pipes (could potentially roll over employees' feet</td><td>safety shoes/boots with compression protection -steel-toed safety shoes</td></tr><tr><td>• working in areas where sharp objects could be stepped on - nails, tacks, screws - wire - large staples - scrap metal parts</td><td>safety shoes/boots with puncture protection - puncture-resistant soles</td></tr><tr><td>• working on tops of logs</td><td>caulk or other non-slip footwear</td></tr><tr><td> (in construction) working around materials which could - burn, scald - cut - penetrate/puncture</td><td>safety shoes/boots with leather or equivalent firm material (Note: leather provides poor absorption protection.)</td></tr><tr><td>• exposure to hot substances or dangerous chemical spills</td><td>leggings or high boots of leather, rubber, or other suitable material</td></tr></table> ## Some Types of protective foot/leg equipment: <table><tr><th>Type</th><th>Hazard Protection</th><th>Description</th></tr><tr><td>Steel-reinforced Safety Shoes</td><td>protect feet from common machinery hazards: falling objects rolling objects • cuts • punctures</td><td>entire toe box and insole reinforced with steel instep protected by steel, aluminum, or plastic may be designed to insulate against temperature extremes may be equipped with special soles to guard against slip, chemicals, heat, and/or electrical hazards.</td></tr><tr><td>Safety Boots</td><td>more protection from splash or spark hazards or electrical hazards than shoes: chemicals - corrosives, caus…

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CPWR TOOLBOX RESEARCH AND TRAINING THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION TALK Being struck by falling objects is a leading cause of construction fatalities. Even a small object, falling from a height, can cause serious or fatal injuries. ## Ted's Story Ted was picking up debris at a construction site. A forklift was lifting a pile of lumber to the second floor next to him. The lumber was not secure and fell from the forklift. One board struck Ted in the head. He was wearing a hard hat, but the incident left him with a concussion. - What could have been done to prevent this incident? * Have you or someone you know ever been injured by a falling object on a job site? # Equipment: Falling Objects ## Remember This ➤ Do not hoist loads or allow them to pass over people. ➤ Secure loads before lifting them by forklifts. ➤ Secure all tools in elevated work areas if they are close to leading edges. ➤ Always wear a hard hat. ➤ Ask your employer to place toe boards on all scaffolding and open elevations to protect workers below from falling materials. ➤ Stack materials neatly to keep them from toppling over. How can we stay safe today? What will we do at the worksite to prevent workers from being struck and injured by falling objects? 1. 2. OSHA Standard: 1926.250 ©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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# INSPECTION OF FALL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT Date Posted: 09/07/2016 It is vital to inspect your Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS), Personal Fall Restraint System (PFRS), or Positioning Device System (PDS) in order to ensure that it not defective. is All components of Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS), Personal Fall Restraint Systems (PFRS) and Positioning Device Systems (PDS) shall be inspected prior to each use according to manufacturer's specifications for mildew, wear, damage, and other deterioration. Defective components shall be removed from service if their function or strength has been adversely affected. Safety nets shall be inspected at least once a week according to manufacturer's specifications for wear, damage, and other deterioration. Safety nets shall also inspected after any occurrence which could affect the integrity of the safety net system. Defective components shall be removed from service. Defective nets shall not be used. be PFAS, PFRS, PDS, and their components shall be used only for employee protection and not to hoist materials. The following is a summary of what to look for when inspecting your gear: ## ANCHORAGES • Ensure that the proper number and correct size of nails or screws are used. • Installation: follow manufacturer's specifications • Make sure that the ring swing freely • Inspect for any unusual shape or wear ## LANYARDS AND ROPE GRABS • No cuts or tears in the fabric or stitching - Snap hooks spring back when released • No deformation or gouges in fittings • Shock pack intact and no evidence of deployment • Ensure that there is no damage to the wear, or other characteristics that will affect the product's performance ## HARNESS • No cuts or tears in the fabric or stitching • No abrasion, fraying, stretching, mold, or chemical damage to fabric or stitching - Back "D" ring should be between the shoulder blades • If you see red, take the equipment out of service. Red tags are seen in shock packs and in the…

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# HEAVY EQUIPMENT (cont.) ## SPOTTERS Worker visibility and visual and verbal communication are essential to keeping workers safe around moving construction equipment. Blind spots can be a significant hazard for workers on the ground where the operator is unable to see them. A spotter, using effective means of communication or hand signals, can help communicate between the operator, workers on the ground, and any pedestrians entering the work zone. Spotters must wear high-visibility clothing, stand clear of equipment, and always be visible to the equipment operator. ## GENERAL SAFETY WHEN OPERATING OR WORKING AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT • Develop a work zone traffic control plan. Indicate travel routes through the site to eliminate (as much as possible) the need for backing equipment or vehicles. • When vehicles or heavy equipment must operate in reverse, ensure they are equipped with an audible backup alarm. • Inspect equipment before operation to ensure all lights and audible alarms work correctly. • Set up the equipment in the work zone so that construction equipment and workers have adequate space to perform the planned tasks. • Use 3-point mounting and dismounting technique off heavy equipment - NEVER JUMP OFF HEAVY EQUIPMENT. • - Establish a "danger zone," the working area where contact could result in personal injury or damage during operations. • Wear high-visibility clothing when working around heavy mobile equipment. • Use predefined and understood hand signals or two-way radios to control movement within the work zone. • Maintain a clear line of sight between the operator and workers. • Use a spotter when heavy equipment is in motion. This requires communication between the operator and workers to maintain safe movement. • Workers - should keep a safe distance from all sides of the heavy equipment while it is in use. • Be aware of the swing radius on specific equipment and, if possible, cordon off the area with barriers or caution tape. • A…

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# OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE Index rolling scaffolds, 334 design, 334(1) preventing movement, 334(3) prohibition against worker on rolling scaffold, 334(2) See also scaffolds and temporary work platforms rollover protective structures (ROPS) See powered mobile equipment Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) for Agricultural, Construction, Earthmoving, Forestry, Industrial and Mining Machines - Part 1: General Requirements (CSA), 270(2)(a) Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) for Agricultural, Construction, Earthmoving, Forestry, Industrial and Mining Machines — Part 2: Testing Requirements for ROPS on Agricultural Tractors (CSA), 270(2)(a) Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) for Agricultural, Construction, Earthmoving, Forestry, Industrial and Mining Machines — Part 3: Testing Requirements for ROPS on Construction, Earthmoving, Forestry, Industrial, and Mining Machines (CSA), 270(2)(a) Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) for Wheeled Agricultural Tractors (SAE), 270(2)(c) roofing placement of roofing materials, 187.1 roof ladder, safe use, 129 roofing brackets, 339 See also roofer's hoists roof and side support See underground mines roofer's hoists application of Code, 59(2) certification by engineer not commercially manufactured, 60, 62 repairs and modifications, 73 collision prevention, 67 containers for hoisting, 74 documents load charts, 64(2) gallows frame roofer's hoist, design, 97(6)-(7) hoisting lines, 70 identification of components, 61, 62(1), 73 inspections, 97(3) load charts, 64(2) load weight, 68 loads over work areas, 69 not commercially manufactured, 60, 62 operator requirements, 64 rated load capacity, 62 remote controls, 72(3) repairs and modifications, 73 safe use and design, 97 counterweights, 97(1)-(2) gallows frame roofer's hoist, 97(6)-(7) inspections, 97(3) load limits, not to exceed, 97(5) safety pins for bolts and pins, 97(4) vertical lifting only, 97(5) signal systems, 64(2), 71 tag lines, 70 unsafe lift prevention, 66 See a…

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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…

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MIOSHA Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration ## Special points of interest: • Wear Hard Hats, Safety Glasses, and Work Boots on job sites. • Use face shields and goggles when safety glasses are not enough • Wear safety toe foot- wear when feet can be crushed by heavy objects # Tool Box Talk Personal Protective Equipment MIOSHA Construction Safety Standard Part 6. Personal Protective Equipment Employer: Shall provide, at no expense to the employee, the initial issue of personal protective equipment (PPE) and replacement equipment necessary due to reasonable wear and tear required, unless specifically indicated otherwise or other employer/employee agreement specifically requires employees to provide such equipment. Employee: An employee shall wear PPE when prescribed by the MIOSHA rules. ## Head protection (Hard Hat): . Class A hard hat shall be used where a hazard from falling or flying objects or particles or from other harmful contacts or exposures may be present • physically altered, painted, or damaged hard hats shall not be worn • Wear hard hat brim forward • Do not ware baseball hats underneath ## Eye and face protection: - Z87.1 safety glasses shall be used where a hazard exists from flying objects or particles, harmful contacts, such as when using power tools, hammers, and working over head. • An employee who needs corrective lenses where eye protection is required shall be protected by 1 of the following: (a) Spectacles whose protective lenses provide optical correction. (b) Goggles that can be worn over the corrective lenses without disturbing the adjustment of the spectacles. - Use goggles when working around dust, chemicals - Use face shields to protect face from particles, chemicals Face shields do not protect eyes from flying object high impacts, must use Z87.1 safety glasses underneath ## Foot protection: • Employee Provided / Employer must require • ANSI Z41-1999 or ASTM 2412 & 2413 certified footwear mu…

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# RIGGING SAFETY Date Published: 05/15/2025 # Rigging Safety It is crucial to properly rig and secure loads as poorly rigged loads may become unbalanced and fall, causing severe consequences. Additionally, rigging hardware may fail under excessive loads, which can also be catastrophic. Certain training and experience are required to rig a load. A qualified rigger is necessary during any hoisting activity used for the assembly or disassembly of a crane. They are also required whenever a worker is engaged in hooking, unhooking, guiding a load, or making an initial connection of a load to a component or structure within the fall zone. Note: Fall zone means the area (including but not limited to the area directly beneath the load) in which it is reasonably foreseeable that partially or completely suspended materials could fall in the event of an accident. ## WHAT IS RIGGING? to Rigging is the process of fastening a load to a lifting device, such as a crane. In order to rig a load properly, riggers need to be able to make calculations determine the weight of the load and the best method to use for rigging it. This may involve using ropes, chains, slings, shackles, lifting attachments, or other equipment. To prevent dangerous movement of the load during transportation, a tagline may be used to control it. Finally, the load will be safely landed. ## RIGGING HAZARDS The following are some hazards with rigging a load: • An improperly rigged load may cause a failure in the rigging equipment and thus cause the load to drop. • Failure to rig the load to its center of gravity may cause the load to be hoisted unlevel, add extra strain to the rigging, and, in some cases, cause the load to fall out of the rigging. • An improperly - rigged load may add strain/force to the load and cause damage to the load. • Hands or fingers can get injured by pinch points when taking up the strain of the rigging or when landing loads. ## GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR RIGGING • Ensur…

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# SKYLIGHTS Date Posted: 08/22/2016 Skylights are openings in the roof that allow daylight to enter a given space. The biggest concern with skylights are trip and fall hazards before during and after installation, always keep openings covered. Access - How will workers get to the skylight installation? Is there stair access? Will scaffolding or a ladder be required? Will it be accessed from below? Fall Protection - All employees working on the skylight install should be tied off unless additional safety features such as catch platforms have been installed. Overhead Protection - Will work be taking place beneath the skylight installation? If so, what steps have we taken to prevent materials or equipment from falling through the roof openings and striking workers below? Do workers beneath the installation know that there is overhead work taking place? Do workers involved with the skylight installation know there is work below? Scheduling - If possible, the skylight installation should be scheduled in a way that minimizes risks associated with additional trades work. ## MATERIAL DELIVERY • Rigging - It is important to ensure glazing and framing is properly secured during rigging so nothing drops when it is being hoisted to the roof. • Point Loading - Roof structures can only withstand a specific weight load. If we are hoisting all of our material onto one location, has that location been designed to bear all of that extra weight? • Pinch points/Caught between - When rigging materials to be hoisted to the roof it is important to be aware of the pinch points (i.e. between glass panels, at anchors, etc.). When dropping materials it is important to ensure there is a safe and designated area that will be clearly marked to prevent employees from being struck by or caught between the materials. • Rescue & Retrieval - Have safety protocols been put into place for rescue and retrieval in case someone falls through the system? Fall protection is one thing, but e…

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# Lifting and TALK Carrying Materials (cont.) ## Remember This (cont.) CPWR TOOLBOX THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING # Lifting and TALK Carrying Materials Play the Game! - Whenever possible, use mechanical equipment like a dolly to horizontally move heavy objects. - Never try to lift an item weighing over 50 pounds by yourself. - Plan your lifts; make sure the path is clear and you are facing the direction of travel before lifting. ©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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CPWR TOOLBOX THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING # Lifting and TALK Carrying Materials Back injuries are caused by lifting and carrying heavy materials, working in awkward positions, and bending often to lift materials off the ground. Construction has one of the highest rates of back injuries of any industry. ## Jeff's Story Jeff worked on a masonry crew at a construction site. Over the course of a day, Jeff and his crew moved 200 30-pound bags of concrete from the delivery location to the work area by hand because they thought it would take less time than finding a cart or forklift to do the job. His back began to bother him, but he wrote it off to just being part of the job. The next day the pain became so bad that he had to leave work and see his doctor. They told Jeff that he had damaged a disc in his lower back and could no longer do that kind of work. * Have you or someone you know ever had a back injury from lifting and carrying? If so, what happened? - How could the injury have been prevented? ## Remember This ➤ Whenever possible, use mechanical equipment like a dolly to move heavy objects horizontally. ➤ Never try to lift an item weighing over 50 pounds by yourself. ➤ Plan your lifts; make sure the path is clear and you are facing the direction of travel before lifting. ➤While lifting, tuck in your chin to keep your neck straight, and keep your back as straight as possible. - Lift with the leg muscles, which can help protect your back. ➤ Ask for help with heavy or awkward objects. ➤ Avoid twisting your body while carrying an object. ➤ Coordinate and practice team lifting before using it for moving objects. How can we stay safe today? What will we do at the worksite to prevent being injured from lifting and carrying? 1. 2. OSHA Standard: Section 5(a)(1) of the OSHA Act ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this documen…

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# FALLING OBJECTS Date Posted: 01/30/2024 Each day, countless workplaces are subjected to the risk of falling objects. According to a recent survey conducted by the Center for Construction and Research and Training (CPWR), in 2022, falling/flying objects accounted for approximately 30% of injuries on construction sites. Falling objects from above cause severe injuries and account for fatalities every year. Falling object occur due to: incidents • A lack of hazard communication. • Improper storage of materials. • Improper protection of elevated storage areas. • Not moving or securing loads properly when protective headgear is not worn. • Improper housekeeping. Workers' most common injuries from falling objects are bruises, fractures, strains, and sprains. The objects that commonly fall range from large items such as roof trusses and steel beams to items such as fasteners and small hand tools. Understanding these hazards and implementing effective control measures is crucial in maintaining the safety of workers and bystanders alike. small ## COMMON FALLING OBJECT HAZARDS Tools, materials, and other objects can fall from roofs, cranes, and scaffolds, and even objects falling from lower levels, such as a truck bed or dolly, can lead to injuries. Several factors increase the risk of more severe injuries, including the object's shape and where on the body the person is struck. The height at which the object falls and the weight of the object are also extremely important, with injury severity increasing as the height and weight of the falling object increase. - of Objects during Work at Height: As workers perform tasks at elevated positions, items such • Dislodgement as tiles can be dislodged from a rooftop, causing hazards to those • Falling Objects due to Environmental Factors or Deterioration: Harsh weather conditions can lead to objects like scaffold planks cast off scaffolds in robust winds. Similarly, fixtures ductwork might fall from a ceiling due t…

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# Roofing Including Skylights Falls from roofs are responsible for approximately 120 deaths each year in the construction industry. Roofing, siding, and sheet metal contractors have the highest incident rate of nonfatal occupational injuries resulting from a fall to a lower level and involving days away from work at 110.4 for every 10,000 full-time workers. When conducting a job hazard analysis on roofing work, consider the following questions: 1. Are all skylight/roof openings protected by covers or guardrails? Note: Most glass or plastic covers on skylights will not meet the structural requirements of a cover, check with the manufacturer. To be safe the installation of a proper cover or guardrail is recommended. 2. Is there a warning line in place? 3. Is there a safety monitor on the roof in visual/verbal range of employees? 4. Is all mechanical equipment kept inside the warning line? 5. Is the hoist area protected with a guardrail system? 6. Are employees below the hoist area protected from falling objects/material? 7. Are guardrails, safety nets or personal fall arrest systems in use on roofs that exceed a 4/12 pitch? 8. Are employees working on surfaces, which are hazardous because of poor footing due to frost, ice, or mildew? 9. Are employees working in hazardous conditions such as high winds, poor visibility or inclement weather? 10. Is there a safe/secure access to the roof via stairs or a secured ladder? ## Roof Hazard Identification ## 1926.501(b) Unprotected Sides and Edges (4) Each employee on a waling/working surface shall be protected from falling through holes (including skylights) more than 6 feet above lower levels, by personal fall arrest systems, covers, or guardrail systems erected around such holes. ## 1926.502(i)-Hole Covers (3) All covers shall be secured when installed so as to prevent accidental displacement by the wind, equipment, or employees. 11