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30 Aug

Posted at 12:41h in Safety Manual, Safety Meeting Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety Meetings, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Material Handling Material handling accounts for about one quarter of all occupational injuries; the most common injuries being strains, sprains and contusions. The principal causes of the injuries are the mishaps resulting from improper lifting, failing to use available equipment and unsafe work practices. Some pointers for the prevention of injuries during manual material handling are: Inspect the load to be lifted for jagged or sharp edges. Use gloves when necessary. Size up the load. Is it manageable, or will this task take two? Inspect the route where the load will be carried. Especially look for tripping hazards and adequate room to...

28 May

Posted at 13:45h in Safety Manual, Safety Meeting Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety Meetings, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Material Handling Proper material handling is part of the successful working of any job. Material handling is also potentially dangerous to those moving the materials from the delivery vehicle to its storage place. Guide for Discussion Material Storage Ensure that floors can handle the storage Keep materials six feet away from open floors or landings; ten feet away from the exterior of the Keep all aisles and passageways Do not store non-compatible materials t For example, gas containers and bulk lumber do not mix. Proper Lifting Techniques Know your individual lifting Know the capacity of the load to be Avoid over-extending or twisting your ...

28 May

Posted at 12:47h in Safety Manual, Safety Meeting Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety Meetings, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Material Storage Proper material storage is a vital part to every construction site and to good site housekeeping. This is especially true with finish hardware since it can take so long to receive the materials from the supplier after the order is placed. It also makes good sense, since materials have to be stacked and placed properly, to do it so you can access the materials easily and safely. Guide for Discussion Poorly stacked materials are dangerous to anyone around the jobsite. Keep aisles and passageways clear; never store materials in such a way as to block either. Never store materials within...