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Safety "'alks
Don't Get Complacent
About Tool Safety
It's tough to imagine a construction job that
doesn't include the use of power tools.
They're such a part of our work that we tend
to take them for granted, sometimes forgetting about how dangerous they can be.
However, anyone who uses power tools
knows that they are exposing themselves to
certain hazards. Falling, flying, abrasive and
splaShing objects and harmful dusts and
fumes are among them. Power tools also create fire hazards and electrical dangers.
Things like power saws can kick back and cut
anything in their path. Forgetting about tool
safety is setting yourself up for an accident.
Before using a particular tool, it is important that you are properly trained to do so.
We want to make sure you are able to recognize the hazards associated with every piece
of equipment that you use. And then we
want to make sure you know how to keep
these hazards from turning into accidents.
First, I want to take a few minutes to talk
about power tools and some simple things
you can do to use them safely.
1. Never carry a tool by its cord or hose.
2. Never yank the cord or the hose to
disconnect it from the receptacle.
3. Keep cords and hoses away from heat,
oil and sharp edges.
4. Disconnect tools after use, before servicing and cleaning them and when
changing accessories, such as blades,
bits and cutters.
5. Keep all people who are not involved
with the work at a safe distance from
the work area.
6. Secure work with clamps or a vise,
freeing both hands to operate the tool.
7. Avoid accidental start-ups. Do not hold
fingers on the switch button while carrying a plugged-in tool.
8. Maintain tools with care. Keep them
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sharp and clean for best performance.

9. Follow instruction in the user's
manual for lubricating and changing
accessories.
10. Be sure to keep a good footing and
maintain your balance when operating
power tools.
11. Wear proper apparel for the job. Loose
clothing or jewelry can become caught
in moving parts.
/12. Remove all damaged portable electric tools from use and tag them
"Do Not Use."
Pneumatic power tools are in a special class
and require extra caution. To begin with, they
must be secured to the hose or whip in such a
way that they can't be accidentally disconnected. A few more things to keep in mind:
Always use safety clips or retainers
on pneumatic impact tools to prevent
attachments from accidentally
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Make sure pneumatically driven nailers,
staplers and similar equipment with
automatic fastener feeds are equipped
with a safety device on the nozzle to
keep the tool from ejecting fasteners,
unless the muzzle is in contact with the
work surface.
Never lower or hoist tools by the hose.
Check to see that hoses have safety
devices at the source of the supply or
branch line to reduce pressure in case
of hose failure.
Always stop fuel-powered tools while
you are refueling, servicing or maintaining them.
Follow all appropriate safety procedures when transporting, handling
and storing fuel.
Just because we use tools all the time does
not mean that we can't have some kind of accident. Allowingourselves to get complacent
about safety is only asking for trouble.
Thanks for your attention.
Have a safe day.
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Safety 'alks
How We Can Control
Silica Dust Hazards
It's no big secret that most concrete and
masonry products contain silica sand. In fact,
silica is so commonon construction sites that
many workers are regularly exposed to silica
dust. Commonsources of exposure include:
Chipping,hammering and drilling rock
Crushing, loading, hauling and dumping rock
Abrasive blasting using silica sand or
some other material as the abrasive
Sawing,hammering, drilling,grinding
and chippingconcrete or masonry
Demolishingconcrete and masonry
structures
Dry sweepingor pressurized air blowing of concrete,rock or sand dust.
You might be asking yourself, "So what?"
The problem is that materials that contain
even a little bit of crystalline silica can be
hazardous if they're used in ways that produce a lot of dust. When you inhale this
dust, the lung tissue reacts by developing
nodules and scarring around the trapped
silica particles. This is called silicosis, a disease you've probably heard of. If the nodules get too big, they interfere with
breathing. This condition can become fatal.
People with silicosis are also at high risk of
developing active tuberculosis.
Whenever there is a silica hazard on one
of our sites, we will implement the best
possible permanent solution to reduce or
eliminate the hazard. The first thing we try
to do is to use a silica substitute to eliminate the problem altogether. But this isn't
always possible. If we can't eliminate the
problem, we try to minimize it. We do this
by putting certain controls in place.
Basically, the controls are designed to keep
silica dust out of the air. Sometimes, this is
as simple as using a water hose to wet the
dust before it becomes airborne. Let's talk
about some other strategies:
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SILICA
We can use dust collection systems.

When we purchase equipment, we look
for dust controls. We also use local
exhaust ventilation to prevent dust
from being released into the air. If
there is a dust control system, use it.
If it's not working, let us know.
During rock drilling, we can flow
water through the drill stem to
reduce the amount of dust in the air
or we can use drills with dust collection systems.
When sawing concrete or masonry,
we can use saws that provide water
to the blade.
We can use abrasives that contain
only very small amounts of crystalline
silica during abrasive blasting to prevent quartz dust from being released
into the air.
In addition to using engineering controls, we can also use good work practices to minimize exposures and to
prevent co-workers in the vicinity from
being exposed. For example, always
remove dust from equipment with a
water hose rather than with compressed
air. Use vacuums with high-efficiency particulate air filters or use wet instead of
dry sweeping.
Finally, the last line of defense is to use
personal protective equipment (PPE). This
is a good option to use as a temporary
control but it is our last choice for use as
a permanent control. However, PPE can
and should be used in conjunction with
other control methods. Equipment that
protects against silica includes respirators
and masks. Respirators should be used
only when the dust controls cannot keep
dust levels below permissible levels. When
you need them, we'll let you know and we
will make sure you are properly fitted and
trained.
Have a safe day.
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Important Ergoll1omncs
information For AU Workers
When you're working with heavy equipment
and power tools, or when you're working in
trenches or on rooftops, you probably don't
think too much about ergonomics. Whether
the tool you're using or the position you're
in is comfortable is also probably not something you think a lot about. However, if you
ask anyone who has suffered any kind of
musculoskeletal injury, he or she will probably tell you that ergonomics is something
you should think about.
What Exactly Is A Musculoskeletal Disorder?

Ergonomic injuries generally fall under the
umbrella of musculoskeletal disorders or
MSDs. MSDs refer to a category of conditions
that involve the nerves, tendons, muscles and
supporting structures such as intervertebral
discs. MSDs include a wide range of disorders.
Some of them cause only mild, periodic pain.
Others can be chronic and debilitating.
The experts tell us that ergonomics-related
injuries are often a result of a bad fit between
a particular job and the person doing it. Some
of the things that commonly cause workrelated MSDs are jobs involving reaching,
bending, heavy lifting, using continuous force
vibrating equipment and repetitive motions. '
You may have heard of some of the problems these things cause, including:
o Carpal tunnel syndrome
o Trigger finger
o Rotator cuff syndrome
o Tendinitis
o Raynaud's Phenomenon.
A Look At Some Common Ergonomic

Risk Factors
Let's talk about some of the risk factors
that can increase your likelihood of developing
an ergonomic injury.
The first is repetition. Performing the same
motions over and over again puts a lot of
stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of the risk depends on how often you
repeat the action, the speed of the movement,
the number of muscles involved and the

required force.
Another thing to be careful with is forceful
exertion. Force is the amount of effort you use
to perform a task or to maintain control of
equipment or tools. The type of force depends
on the type of grip, the weight of the object,
body posture, and the type and duration of
the activity.
Another ergonomic risk factor is awkward
posture. Poor posture affects the muscle
groups that are involved in physical activity.
Repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting,
bending, kneeling, squatting, working with
your arms or hands above your head or holding fIxed positions can all be problematic.
Guidelines For Reducing Your Risk Of Injury

Every job has its own ergonomic risks.
Think about your job and see if you can come
up with ideas to minimize your risks. There
are some more general things that all of us
can keep in mind. These include:
o Arrange your work area so that your
tools are within easy reach. This helps
you avoid unnecessary reaching, twisting and bending.
o Always attempt to keep your wrists
straight.
o Shift positions regularly and avoid
kneeling, standing or sitting for long
periods of time.
o Whenever possible, use two hands rather
than one.
o Gripobjects with your whole hand
rather than just the fingers. This is
called a power grip.
Q Whenever possible, use mechanical aids
rather than lifting by hand.
o Avoid twisting and bending, especially
when lifting or carrying a heavy load.
o Always use the right tool for the job and
use power tools in place of hand tools
whenever possible.
o Wear gloves designed to reduce vibration
when appropriate.
o Keep your body, especially your hands,
warm.
Have a safe day.
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Safety 'alks
What We Can Do To Prevent
Electrical Accidents
Nearly all work-related electrical accidents
result from:
Unsafe equipment or installation
Unsafe environment
Unsafe work practices.
Some simple techniques to prevent these
accidents include: using insulation, guarding,
grounding, using electrical protective devices
and adhering to safe work practices.
Insulators, such as mica, rubber or plastic,
are used to coat metals and other conductors to help stop or reduce the flow of electrical current. This helps prevent shock,
fires and short circuits. To be effective,
though, the insulation must be suitable for
the voltage that you're using and the work
environment.
Before connecting electrical equipment to
a power source, check the insulation for
exposed wires or defects.
Guarding And Grounding

Guarding is one form of protection
against electrical accidents. It involves
locating or enclosing electric equipment to
make sure that no one accidentally comes
into contact with its live parts. Some of
the locations where guarding might be
used include rooms, vaults or similar
enclosures; a balcony, gallery or elevated
platform; or a site that's elevated 8 feet or
more above the floor.
Grounding a tool or electrical system is
another safety strategy. Grounding intentionally creates a low-resistance path that connects to the earth. This prevents build-up of
voltages that could cause an accident. It is
normally a secondary measure because it
doesn't guarantee that you won't be injured
or killed by an electrical current, but it will
definitely reduce the risk.
Circuit protection devices limit or stop the
flow of current automatically in the event of
a ground fault, overload or short circuit in
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the wiring system. Well-known examples are

fuses, circuit breakers, ground-fault circuit
interrupters (GFCls) and arc-fault circuit
interrupters.
Fuses and circuit breakers open or break the
circuit automatically when too much current
flows through them. When that happens, fuses
melt and circuit breakers trip the circuit open.
GFCls interrupt the flow of electricity to prevent electrocution. They compare the amount
of current going into electric equipment with
the amount returning from it along the circuit
conductors. If the difference exceeds 5 milliamperes, the device shuts off the power.
Safe Work Practices

The best way to prevent electrical accidents
is to work safely. Follow these work practices:
1. Never work on new or existing energized (hot) electrical circuits until all
power is shut off and a positive lockout/tagout system is in place.
2. Never use frayed or worn electrical
cords.
3. Use only three-wire type extension
cords designed for hard or junior hard
service. Look for any of the following
letters imprinted on the casing: S, ST,
SO, STO,SJ, SJT, SJO, or SJTO.
4. Maintain tools and equipment in a
safe condition.
5. Remove all broken or damaged tools
and equipment from the job site.
6. Protect all temporary power sources
with GFCls. Plug into a GFCI-protected
temporary power pole or a GFCI-protected generator, or use a GFCI extension cord to protect against shocks.
7. Do not bypass any protective system
or device.
8. Locate and identify overhead electrical
power lines. Make sure that ladders,
scaffolds, equipment and materials
never come within 10 feet of electrical
power lines.
Have a safe day.
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Do You Know How To Avoid
'Struck-By' Hazards?
In the construction industry, we tend to hear
a lot about workers getting injured or killed in
fall-related accidents or in trenching and excavation work. These are some of the most common safety problems, the ones that grab the
headlines and the ones that we tend to pay
the most attention to.
One type of hazard that can get overlooked,
however, is the 'struck-by' hazard. Struck-by
accidents are the second leading cause of
fatalities in our industry.
About 75 percent of struck-by fatalities
involve heavy equipment, such as trucks or
cranes. Workers can be pinned between vehicles and walls, struck by swinging backhoes or
crushed under vehicles.
While most vehicle accidents are the result
of driver error, sometimes the vehicle itself is
unsafe. This is why we inspect vehicles before
they're used.
Safety Rules To Follow
blades, end-loader buckets, dump bodies, etc., when they are not in use and
leave all controls in neutral.
Beware Of Hazards From Above

Another cause of struck-by accidents is
equipment, tools and materials falling from
overhead. To help prevent this:
1. Wear a hard hat.
2. Make sure you are trained in the
proper operation of powder actuated
tools.
3. Avoid working under loads being
moved.
4. When working on an elevated surface,
secure tools and materials to prevent
them from falling on people below.
5. Use toeboards, screens or guardrails on
scaffolds to prevent objects from
falling and use debris nets, catch platforms or canopies to catch or deflect
falling objects.
6. If you are doing overhead work, be sure
to stack materials to prevent sliding,
falling or collapse. You should also
secure tools and materials to prevent
them from falling.
Aside from checking the vehicle itself, vehicle operators must be properly trained. If
Falling Concrete Presents Special Risks
you are operating a vehicle, you must wear
Some of the worst struck-by accidents are
warning clothing, such as red or orange
a
result of falling concrete or masonry walls.
vests, so that you are highly visible to others
When jacks or lifting equipment are used to
on the site.
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Some other tips include:
required to support them, you are at major
1. Never operate a vehicle in reverse gear
risk if you fail to follow certain safety procewith an obstructed rear view unless it
dures. Some of these include:
has an audible reverse alarm.or
1. Do not place construction loads on a
another worker signals that it is safe to
concrete structure until a qualified
do so.
person indicates that it can support the
2. Make sure that you and all other perload.
sonnel are in the clear before using
2. Adequately shore or brace structures
dumping or lifting devices.
until permanent supporting elements
3. Set parking brakes when vehicles and
are in place or concrete has been tested
equipment are parked, and chock the
to assure sufficient strength.
wheels if they are on an incline.
3. Take measures to prevent unrolled
4. Do not exceed a vehicle's rated load or
wire mesh from recoiling, such as
lift capacity.
securing each end.
5. Use traffic signs, barricades or flaggers
4. Use automatic holding devices to supwhen construction takes place near
port forms in case a lifting mechanism
public roadways.
fails.
6. Lower or block bulldozer and scraper
Thanks for your attention. Have a safe day.
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What Do You Know About
Safe Work Practices?
You've probably heard us mention "safe
work practices" a million times. But when
we say we need you to follow safe work
practices, it is your responsibility to make
sure that you do.
Let's talk for a minute about what we mean
by safe work practices. Exactly what this
means and how it is defined varies from job
to job and from organization to organization.
At the same time, however, there are some
safe work practices that apply almost universally for people in our business. These safety
rules should always be followed, regardless of
the job you are doing or the site where you
are working.
Eleven On-The-Job Rules To Follow

Today, I'm going to remind you of some of
the safe work practices we should all follow:
1. First, keep in mind that regardless of
the severity, it is important to report
every injury and illness to your foreman. Even injuries that seem relatively
minor can become serious if you don't
deal with them. For example, a small cut can become infected. Left untreated,
it could cause major problems.
2. Running and goofing around are
strictly prohibited. Slips, trips and falls
are among the primary work-related
accidents in our industry and horseplay
can contribute to these types of incidents.
3. Keep good housekeeping in mind. This,
too, can help prevent slips, trips and
falls. It can also help eliminate fire hazards, chemical reactions, blocked exits
and other unsafe, unhealthy conditions.
Sure, a construction site is going to be
messier than many work environments.
However, staying on top of the mess
can help keep us safe.
4. Weapons have no place on company
property. Guns, knives or other
weapons are not permitted on-site including the parking area. Anyone failing to follow this rule will face discipli-
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charges will come into play.
This is a drug-free workplace.
Employees working under the influence
of alcohol or drugs put themselves and
their co-workers at risk. AgaLTl,failing
to follow this rule may result in disciplinary measures up to and including termination.
Think about fire safety at all times.
Discard scrap and debris properly, especially the things that can easily ignite.
Also, make sure you know what to do if
we have a fire.
Never try to lift, move or carry a load
that is too heavy. Instead, ask for help
or use a mechanical aid, such as a dolly
or forklift.
If you notice others in the work area
who are failing to follow safety rules,
report it to your foreman. Don't feel
like you're telling on someone or getting that person into trouble. The truth
is, you are helping to prevent an accident that could injure that individual or
co-workers.
Never attempt to fix a tool or piece of
power equipment or clear a jam while
the equipment is operating. Failing to
follow this rule could result in an
amputation - or worse.
Regardless of your job, know what type
of protective equipment is required. Use
it every time, every day.
If you ever have a question about
safety rules and procedures, ask;
"Wingingit" can cause accidents that
could seriously injure you and/or your
co-workers.
Use Common Sense

Most of these rules are a matter of simple
common sense. All we're asking is that you
use your head. Remember, too, that these are
only your most basic safety responsibilities.
You have many others, depending on the specificjob that you're doing. Make sure you
know them as well.
Have a safe day.
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Safety 'alks
Constructing concrete and masonry walls is
especially dangerous because of the tremendous loads that need to be supported. Major
accidents and even death can occur when
jacks or lifting equipment are used to position
slabs and walls, or when shoring is required
until structures can support themselves.
Becomes airborne
The airborne particles are a certain
size
You breathe in these particles.
We do our best to protect you from silicarelated hazards by using safer silica substitutes whenever possible. When we can't do
this, we provide you with appropriate protective equipment. Most importantly, we'll make
sure you have a proper respirator and make
sure that it fits and you know how to use it.
A Look At Work Practices
How To Protect Yourself From Silica Hazards
There are a number of safe work practices

that can help you to avoid these hazards. For
example:
1. Do not place construction loads on a concrete structure until a qualified person
indicates that the structure can support
the load.
2. Adequately shore or brace structures
until permanent supporting elements are
in place or the concrete has been tested
to assure sufficient strength.
3. Only allow those who are essential to,
and actively engaged in, construction or
lifting operations to enter the work area.
4. Take measures to prevent unrolled wire
mesh from recoiling, such as by securing
each end or turning over the roll.
5. Do not load lifting devices beyond their
capacity.
6. Use automatic holding devices to support
forms in case a lifting mechanism fails.
I want to take a minute to talk to you about

some things you can do to protect yourself
from silica. These include:
1. Be sure you know exactly which operations can lead to silica exposure.
2. Make sure you actively participate in
any air monitoring or training programs that we offer.
3. If possible, change into disposable or
washable work clothes at the work site.
Shower (where available) and change
into clean clothing before leaving the
work site.
4. Do not eat, drink, use tobacco products
or apply cosmetics in areas where there
is dust containing crystalline silica.
5. Make sure you wash your hands and
face after being exposed to silica and
before eating, drinking, smoking or
applying cosmetics outside of the exposure area.
6. If you are using a respirator, do not
alter the respirator in any way.
7. Use type CE positive pressure abrasive
blasting respirators for sandblasting.
8. For other operations where respirators
may be required, use a respirator
approved for protection against crystalline silica-containing .dust.
9. If you are using tight-fitting respirators,
avoid growing facial hair.
Simple Steps To Stay Safe

When Working With Concrete
The Dangers Of Silica

Another very serious hazard associated with
concrete and masonry work is exposure to silica, a mineral compound made up of silicon
and oxygen. Oxygen is the most abundant element in the earth's crust. Silicon is second.
Because of this abundance, the formation of
silica is very common. If individual silica molecules are lined up in order to create a repeatable pattern, the silica is in crystal form. It is
called crystalline silica.
If you are working with silica, it is possible
for you to develop a potentially deadly disease
called silicosis. This disease is 100 percent
preventable - but only if you follow safe
work practices. You are at risk if the silica:
Ask Questions
Finally, as with any operation, if you have
questions or concerns, talk to your foreman.
Have a safe day.
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Ladder Safety Basics
Stairways and ladders are a major source
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stairways and ladders used in construction.
Nearly half of these injuries are serious
enough to require time off the job. In addition, more than 11,000 lost workday injuries
and 13,000 non-lost workday irUuries are
attributed to falls from stairways and
ladders.
I know it might seem unnecessary to talk
about ladder safety, but the statistics indicate
that it is a good idea. Ladders are pretty simple pieces of equipment so we tend to use
them without a whole lot of thought. This is
when we get into trouble and accidents start
happening. Today, I want to take a few minutes to remind you of some ladder safety
basics. Let me know if you have any questions along the way.
Sixteen Points To Keep In Mind

1. Read and follow all labels/markings on
ladders.
2. Avoid electrical hazards. Look for overhead power lines before handling a ladder. Avoid using a metal ladder near
power lines or exposed energized electrical equipment.
3. Always inspect a ladder prior to using it.
If a ladder is damaged, immediately
remove it from service and tag it "Do Not
Use" until it is repaired or discarded.
4. Do not use a self-supporting ladder (e.g.,
stepladder) as a single ladder or in a
partially closed position.
5. Do not use the top step/rung of a ladder
as a step, unless it was designed for that
purpose.
6. Always maintain three points (two
hands and one foot, or two feet and one
hand) of contact on the ladder when
climbing. Keep your body near the middle of the step and always face the
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ladder while climbing.

7. Only use ladders and appropriate accessories (ladder levelers, jacks or hooks)
for their designed purposes.
8. Keep ladders free of any slippery material on the rungs, steps or feet.
9. Use a ladder only on a stable and level
surface, unless it has been secured (top
or bottom) to prevent displacement.
10. Do not place a ladder on boxes, barrels
or other unstable bases to obtain additional height.
11. Do not move or shift a ladder while a
person or equipment is on the ladder.
12. An extension or straight ladder used to
access an elevated surface must extend
at least 3 feet above the point of support. Do not stand on the three top
rungs of a straight, single or extension
ladder.
13. The proper angle for setting up a ladder is to place its base a quarter of the
working length of the ladder from the
wall or other vertical surface.
14. A ladder placed in any location where it
can be displaced by other work activities must be secured to prevent displacement or a barricade must be
erected to keep traffic away from the
ladder.
15. Be sure that all locks on an extension
ladder are properly engaged.
16. Do not exceed the maximum load rating
of a ladder. Be aware of the ladder's
load rating and of the weight it is supporting, including the weight of any
tools or equipment.
Every time you prepare to use a ladder,
please remember that a fall can cause
injuries ranging from sprains to potential
death.
A ladder may be a simple piece of equipment. However, ladder safety is not something to take lightly.
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Confined Space Safety
Responsibi Iities
Unless appropriate precautions are taken,
working in a confmed space can be dangerous.
This is why we have certain requirements not
just for the entrants, but for outside attendants and entry supervisors, as well. Today,
we're going to talk about some of these
requirements.
Rules For Authorized Entrants

Let's begin with authorized entrants.
Anyone entering a confined space must:
1. Know the hazards, including information on the means of exposure, such as
inhalation or dermal absorption, signs or
symptoms and consequences of the exposure.
2. Use appropriate protective equipment.
3. Maintain communication with attendants as necessary to enable them to monitor the entrant's status and alert the
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4. Exit from the space as soon as possible
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5. Alert the attendant when a prohibited
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symptoms of exposure exist.
The Attendant's Job

The attendant is required to:
1. Remain outside the space during entry
operations unless relieved by another attendant.
2. Perform non-entry rescues when specified by our rescue procedure.
3. Know existing and potential hazards,
including information on the mode of exposure, signs or symptoms, consequences and
physiological effects.
4. Maintain communication with and keep
an accurate account of workers entering the
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5. Order evacuation of the space when:

A prohibited condition exists
A worker shows signs of physiological
effects of hazard exposure
An emergency outside the confined
space exists
The attendant cannot effectively and
safely perform required duties.
6. Summon rescue and other services during an emergency.
7. Ensure that unauthorized people stay
away from permit spaces or exit immediately if they have entered one.
8. Inform authorized entrants and the
entry supervisor if any unauthorized person
enters the space.
9. Perform no other duties that interfere
with the attendant's primary duties.
The Role Of The Entry Supervisor

Entry supervisors are required to:
1. Know the hazards of the space, including information on the mode of exposure,
signs or symptoms and consequences.
2. Verify emergency plans and specified
entry conditions, such as permits, tests, procedures and equipment before allowing
entry .
3. Terminate entry and cancel permits
when entry operations are completed or if a
new condition exists .
4. Verify that rescue services are available
and that the means for summoning them
are operable.
5. Take appropriate measures to remove
unauthorized entrants.
6. Ensure that entry operations remain
consistent with the entry permit and that
acceptable entry conditions are maintained.
Expect The Unexpected

No two confined spaces are exactly alike.
In fact, in many cases, the same space may
change from one day to the next. Conditions
change. So do hazards. However, if everyone
involved in a confined space operation does
what he or she is supposed to do, we might
be able to prevent a serious accident.
Have a safe day.
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Employee Rights And!

Responsibilities Under
The OSH Act
Most of you are probably at least a little bit
familiar with the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration, or OSHA.OSHAis the
federal agency in charge of safety and health
in the workplace. There are OSHAstandards
that address nearly every aspect of workrelated safety issues, from protecting your
eyes to avoiding falls from scaffolds. Most of
what OSHAhas to say is management's
responsibility. If we expose you to hazards,
we are liable. OSHAwill cite us and propose
fines against us.
What OSHAdoes not do is cite individual
employees for safety violations. But this does
not mean that you do not have any responsibilities under OSHA.In fact, according to
OSHA,each employee "shall comply with all
occupational safety and health standards and
all rules, regulations and orders issued under
the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Act" that are applicable.
Employee Responsibilities
To hold up your end of the bargain, each of
you should do the following:
1. Read the OSHAposter at the job site.
2. Comply with all applicable OSHA
standards.
3. Follow all lawful employer safety and
health rules and regulations, and wear or use
the prescribed protective equipment while
working.
4. Report hazardous conditions to the
foreman.
5. Report any job-related injury or illness to
the employer, and seek prompt treatment.
6. Exercise your rights under the OSHAct in
a responsible manner.
Employee Rights
In addition to these responsibilities, OSHA
also grants you a number of rights. Let's talk
about some of them:
1. You have the right to receive appropriate
training as it is required by particular OSHA
standards. The most important may be training in hazard communication. You have a
right to know about the hazardous substances
on each job site and how to avoid accidents,
injuries or illnesses related to them.
2. You have the right to ask for information
about OSHAstandards, worker injuries and
illnesses, job hazards and your rights.
You are also permitted to ask for copies of
OSHAstandards.
3. You have the right to ask us to correct
hazards or OSHAviolations. You are allowed
to ask us to correct hazards even if they are
not violations of specific OSHAstandards.
4. You have the right to file a complaint
with OSHAif you believe there are either violations of OSHAstandards or serious workplace hazards. Of course, we'd like you to tell
us first.
S. You have the right to be involved in OSHA
inspections. Any employee is permitted to
answer a compliance officer's questions. You
also have the right to speak to-the compliance officer privately and confidentially.
6. You have the right to find out the results
of an OSHAinspection. You may request a
review if OSHAdecides not to issue a citation.
7. You have the right to get involved in any
meetings or hearings to discuss any objections
we have to OSHA'scitations or to changes in
abatement deadlines.
8. You have the right to file a formal appeal
of deadlines for correction of hazards.
9. You have the right to file a discrimination
complaint. You may do this if you are punished or discriminated against for exercising
your safety and health rights or if you refuse
to work (not guaranteed by the OSHAct)
when faced with an imminent danger of
death or serious injury and there is insufficient time for OSHAto inspect.
10. Youhave the right to a research investigation on possible workplace health hazards.
11. Youhave the right to provide comments
and testimony to OSHAduring rulemaking on
new standards.
If you have questions regarding your rights
or responsibilities - or ours - just ask. We'll
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Let's Work Together To
Enhance On-Site Safety
As you probably know, we take safety: pretty
seriously around here. We put a lot of trme
and effort into our safety program and we
need all of you to help make sure it works.
One of the most important parts of our
safety program is commitment. Particularly,
commitment from management. We need to
set the example. After all, if we aren't committed to safety, why should any of you be
committed to it?
We demonstrate our commitment every day
and we ask you to demonstrate yours as well.
You can do this by getting involved in our
safety efforts. While making it a habit to follow all of our safety rules all of the time is a
big part of it, there are other ways in which
you can get involved in our safety program.
We encourage your involvement in our program and we want your input as we make
decisions that affect your safety and health.
We want you to share your insights and
energy toward achieving the program's goals
and objectives.
Get Involved In Our Safety Program

Let's talk about some of the ways we can
help you get involved.
First, we can assign and communicate
responsibility for all aspects of the program.
We can also provide you with the authority
and resources you need to meet your assigned
responsibilities.
Keep in mind that we review our program
at least once a year to evaluate how well it is
working. We try to figure out whether we are
meeting our goals and we work to identify
problem areas and revise the program if necessary. We can always use your help with
this.
The Work-Site Analysis

Another part of our safety program is a
work-site analysis. Basically, this means taking a close look at the work site and identifying any existing hazards, conditions and
operations in which changes might occur to
create new hazards. Again, we can use your
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help in this area.

About once a year, we conduct a comprehensive baseline work-site survey, which we periodically update. We want you to get involved
in this effort. After all, you are the ones most
familiar with on-the-jobhazards.
You can also help us to analyze planned and
new facilities processes, materials and equipment, as well as help us perform routine job
hazard analyses.
If you are more of a behind-the-scenes type
of person, you may not want to be out on the
front lines helping to create and mold our
safety program. However, you can help by
notifying management about conditions tha:t
appear hazardous. We will do our best to give
you a timely response.
Also let me stress that we will never hold it
against you if you report safety problems. We
all share the same goals and a safe environment means knovlTingwhat hazards may exist
and where.
Handling Hazards On-Site

We have established countless procedures
to correct or control present and potential
hazards in a timely manner. We start by
using engineering techniques where they are
feasible and appropriate. We also establlsh
safe work practices and procedures that all
of you can understand and follow.
One of our most important responsibilities
is providing personal protective equipment
when engineering controls are infeasible.
We also use administrative controls, such as
reducing the duration of exposure,
whenever possible.
An area where we can work together is
maintaining tools and equipment to prevent
equipment failure or breakdowns.
It also takes a team effort to prepare for
emergencies. We ask that you participate in
our training and emergency drills.
Training Is Essential
The last part of our safety program is
worker training. We can provide it, but you
must decide whether to put it into action.
We hope that you will.
Have a safe day.
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creating a tripping hazard.

6. Use earthen ramps as a means of egress
only if you can walk on them in an upright
position and only if they have been evaluated by a competent person.
There are some pretty hazardous jobs in

the construction industry. Trenching and
excavation work fall under this category.
Although there are numerous dangers associated with this kind of work, the primary
threat is the potential for walls to cave in or
collapse, trapping and suffocating anyone
who is unfortunate enough to be working
inside the excavation. This is why one of the
most basic rules is to never enter an excavation unless you have been properly
trained and authorized to do so.
Because the consequences of failing to follow safety procedures are so serious, we pay
very close attention to trenching and excavation operations and we need you to do
the same.
Another part of trenching and excavation

work that doesn't get a whole lot of attention is the spoils pile. The spoils pile simply
refers to the excavated material. Placing the
pile too close to the edge of a trench/ excavation can be extremely hazardous. The weight
of the pile can cause a cave-in, or the spoils
and other equipment could roll back on top
of workers, causing serious injuries or
even death.
To prevent spoils hazards from turning
into accidents:
1. Set spoils and equipment at least 2 feet
back from the edge of the excavation.
2. Use retaining devices, such as trench
boxes, that will extend above the top of the
trench to prevent equipment and spoils from
falling back into the excavation.
3. Where the site does not permit a2-foot
set-back, spoils may need to be temporarily
hauled to another location.
How To Safely Get In And Out Of

A Trench Or Excavation
One thing I want to talk about is getting in
and out of a trench or excavation. If there is
some type of emergency situation, your life
may depend on being able to get out quickly.
Here are a few things we can do to ensure
safe access and egress:
1. Make sure there are stairways, ladders,
ramps or other safe means of egress in all
trenches that are 4-feet deep or more.
2. Check to see that there is some means of
egress within 25 feet of you regardless of
where you are positioned in the trench.
3. Sometimes we'll use structural ramps
for access to or egress from excavations.
When we do, we will make sure they are
designed by a competent person.
4. In some cases, we need to connect two or
more components to form a ramp or runway.
When we do, we will make sure they are the
same thickness and that measures have been
taken to prevent the components from moving or shifting.
5. If we are using cleats or other means to
connect runway components, they must be
attached in a way that prevents them from
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A Protective System Is Essential

Misplaced spoils can cause a cave-in and
trap those working in an excavation.
Without a safe and easily accessible way out,
this can be deadly. However, the most important thing we can do to stay safe while
doing excavation work is to make sure there
is a protective system in place. To do this,
we will evaluate the soil and figure out what
type of system will work best. We'll also contact local utilities to make sure power is
turned off and then we'll test the atmosphere for low oxygen levels, or hazardous
fumes or gases. We'll inspect the excavation
as often as necessary to ensure your safety.
Let's Work Together To Stay Safe

Keep in mind that the fatality rate for
excavation work is 112 percent higher than
the rate for general construction. By working together, we can all stay safe.
Have a safe day.
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Are You Wearing The Right
Protective Equipment?
It's not easy to remove all of the hazards
from the typical construction site. In fact, it's
impossible. The nature of our work involves
tools, equipment and materials, all of which
can be sources of accidents and injuries.
Although we can't eliminate all of the hazards, there are some things we can do.
One of the most important is to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Today, I'd like to offer a quick review of the
more common types of PPE you may be
required to wear.
Eye And Face Protection

Safety glasses or face shields should be
worn any time work operations could cause
foreign objects to get in your eyes. For example, you should wear appropriate protection
during welding, cutting, grinding or nailing (or
when working with concrete and/or harmful
chemicals, or when exposed to flying particles). Eye and face protection is also necessary when you are exposed to any electrical
hazards, including working on energized electrical systems.
Eye and face protection equipment must
meet certain requirements specified by the
American National Standards Institute.
This is something we will worry about for you.
We will supply the right equipment and ask
only that you wear it.
Any of you who are required to wear eye
protection and who already wear prescription
glasses must use goggles or spectacles of one
of the followingtypes:
Spectacles with protective lenses that provide optical correction
Gogglesthat can be worn over corrective
spectacles without disturbing the adjustment
of the spectacles
Gogglesthat incorporate corrective lenses
mounted behind the protective lenses.
Face and eye protection equipment must be
kept clean and in good repair. It must also
provide adequate protection against the particular hazards for which it is designed and be
reasonably comfortable when worn under the
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designated conditions. Face and eye protection

should also fit snugly and not unduly interfere
with your movements; be durable; and be
capable of being disinfected and easily
cleaned.
Protective Footwear And Hand Protection

Let's move on to foot protection . .Allof you
should wear work shoes or boots with slipand puncture-resistant soles. Safety-toe
footwear can prevent crushed toes when you
are working around heavy equipment or
falling objects.
Hand protection is another kind of PPE that
is sometimes required. Gloves should fit
snugly and you should wear the correct type
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
We also require that you wear hard hats
wherever there is a potential for objects
falling from above, bumps to the head from
fixed objects or accidental head contact with
electrical hazards. In other words, hard hats
are almost always required.
Hard hats must be routinely inspected for
dents, cracks or deterioration. They should be
replaced after a heavy blow or electrical shock
and should be maintained in good condition.
Hearing Protection
Hearing protection is sometimes required as
well. Even when it's not required, it's sometimes just a good idea. You must use earplugs
or earmuffs in high noise work areas where
chainsaws or heavy equipment are used.
Hearing protectors should be cleaned or
replaced regularly, depending on which kind
you are using.
Hearing protective devices that are inserted
in the ear must be fitted or determined individually by a competent person. Plain cotton
is not an acceptable protective alternative .
By using the appropriate PPE to help minimize the hazards associated with your jobs,
we will be better able to ensure a safe and
healthy work environment for each of you.
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Scaffold Safety Requirements
An estimated 2.3 million construction
workers regularly work on scaffolds.
According to OSHA,protecting workers from
scaffold-related accidents would prevent
thousands of injuries and about 50 deaths
each year.
Today, I want to talk about how to safely
work on supported scaffolds. Supported scaffolds consist of one or more platforms that
are supported by outrigger beams, brackets,
poles, legs, uprights, posts, frames or a similar type of rigid support.
Fabricated frame scaffolds are the most
common type of supported scaffold used
because they are versatile, economical and
easy to use. They are frequently used in one
or two tiers by residential contractors and
painters, but their modular frames can also
be stacked several stories high for use on
large-scale construction jobs.
The Necessity Of A Stable Base

It is impossible for a stable structure to be
built upon a foundation that does not start
out square and level. OSHAhas standards
that apply specifically to the steps that must
be taken to ensure a stable scaffold base.
In order to further ensure stability, supported scaffolds must be set on base plates,
mud sills or other adequate firm foundation.
Footings must be level, sound and rigid, and
capable of supporting the loaded scaffold
without settling or displacement. Unstable
objects may not be used to support scaffolds
or platform units.
Additionally, you may not use front-end
loaders or similar pieces of equipment to
support scaffold platforms unless they have
been specifically designed by the manufacturer for such use.
Forklifts may not be used to support scaffold platforms unless the entire platform is
attached to the fork, and the forklift is not
moved horizontally while the platform is
occupied.
Supported scaffold poles, frames, legs,
posts and uprights must be plumb and
braced to prevent swaying and displacement.
In addition, any supported scaffold with a
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must be restrained from tipping by guying,
tYing, bracing or an equivalent means.
How To Prevent Falls

The NO.1 hazard of supported scaffolds is
worker falls. Fall protection consists of
either personal fall arrest systems or
guardrail systems, and must be provided on
any scaffold 10 feet or more above a lower
level.
Other requirements for fall protection
include:
V' Personal fall arrest systems used on
scaffolds must be attached by lanyard to a
vertical lifeline, horizontal lifeline or scaffold
structural member.
V' When vertical lifelines are used, they
must be fastened to a fixed safe point of
anchorage, independent of the scaffold, and
be protected from sharp edges and abrasion.
Safe points of anchorage include structural
members of buildings, but not standpipes,
vents, etc., that could give way under the
force of a fall. Additionally, it is dangerous
and therefore impermissible for two or more
vertical lifelines to be attached to each other
or to the same point of anchorage.
V' When horizontal lifelines are used, they
are to be secured to two or more structural
members of the scaffold.
V' Employees performing overhand
bricklaying operations from a supported
scaffold must be protected from falls from
all open sides and ends of the scaffold,
except at the side next to the wall being
laid.
Beware Of Electrical Hazards

If scaffolds, conductive tools or other materials contact overhead power lines, workers
can receive serious, even fatal, injuries.
Before erecting or moving a scaffold near an
overhead power line, or when using conductive tools on a scaffold near an energized
line, the line must be de-energized. When it
is not possible to de-energize an overhead
power line, you must keep the scaffold and
associated tools and materials at least 10
feet away from the energized line.
Have a safe day.
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How To Operate The Kettle
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According to OSHA,thousands of workers
are exposed to asphalt fumes every day.
Exposure can result in headaches; eye, nose,
throat and skin irritation; nausea; drowsiness; and fatigue. While these symptoms are
usually mild and short-lived, some studies
have shown that exposure to asphalt fumes
may also cause lung cancer.
One common activity performed in construction is roofing work. Due to the possible
health effects, it is very important for us to
take precautions to guard against asphalt
fume exposure when we work on roofs.
Today, I'd like to talk about safe work practices when operating a kettle and applying
hot asphalt to a roof:
First, manage the kettle as follows to
reduce exposures and prevent injuries:
Whenever possible, select an insulated

kettle that is the correct size for the job.
Make sure it has temperature controls and
the correct pumping capacity for its size.
Set the kettle on firm, level ground to
prevent spilling or tipping.
Place warning tape, traffic cones or
signs around the kettle to keep people away.
Always keep a fully charged ABC-type
fire extinguisher near the kettle and know
how to use it.
Reduce the number of times the kettle
lid is opened. Fill the kettle to capacity when
reloading, and check the temperature, stir
and skim at the same time.
Pre-chop the asphalt into pieces that can
be easily handled and melted.
Consider using fume-suppressing
asphalts.
Next, maintain the kettle at the proper and
safe temperature:
Find the equiviscous temperature (EVT)

and flash point of the asphalt on the keg
package or bill of lading.
To begin, set the kettle temperature at
the EVT plus 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Adjust the kettle temperature to main-
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tain proper temperature (the EVT plus or

minus 25 degrees Fahrenheit).
Always keep the kettle temperature at
least 25 degrees Fahrenheit below the flash
point to avoid fires and explosions.
Read the temperature after skimming,
stirring or loading the asphalt.
Use a hand-held or infrared thermometer to get an accurate reading of the temperature of the hot asphalt.
Do not point infrared thermometer guns
at anyone's face or eyes. Doing so could
result in damage to the eyes.
Finally, to safely apply hot asphalt to the
roof, use the following work practices:
Keep lids closed on rooftop equipment

and accessories used to transport and apply
hot asphalt.
Stay out of the fume cloud if possible.
Consider using fans to reduce exposure
to fumes. Make sure that electrical connections for fans are grounded, and keep cords
and fans out of walking paths.
If buckets are used, take the following
precautions:
Y Use buckets with half lids.
Y Fill buckets only three-fourths full.
Y Carry buckets on the down slope of
the roof.
Y Twist mops to remove them from
buckets - do not pull them.
Y Twist buckets to remove them from
the roof.
Y Minimize time spent on your knees
working with hot asphalt since exposures
may be higher when you are closer. to
the fumes. Use long-handled tools whenever possible.
You should also make sure you wear
the proper personal protective equipment,
including hard hats (for kettlemen), respirators when necessary, goggles or safety
glasses with side shields (use a full-face
shield when operating the kettle), heat-resistant gloves, cotton shirt with long sleeves,
long pants with no cuffs, and nonskid shoes
or boots.
Thanks for your attention .
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Falls In Construction:
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Fall Protection
who is exposed to the hazard of falling into

dangerous equipment.
Under the standard, we are able to select
fall protection measures appropriate for
the type of work you are performing. Fall
protection can include the use of guardrail
systems, safety net systems, personal fall
arrest systems, positioning device systems
and warning line systems.
Work site falls injure and kill people

every day and no industry is more aware
of this fact than the construction industry.
OSHAestimates that each year, on average,
between 150 and 200 workers are killed
and more than 100,000 are injured as a
result of falls at construction sites. In fact,
falls are the leading cause of worker fatalities in construction.
OSHArecognizes that accidents involving falls are generally complicated events,
frequently involving a variety of factors,
both human and equipment-related. To help
ensure your safety, we ask that you work
with us to:
Use fall protection systems that are
appropriate for each situation.
Use proper construction and installation
procedures for safety systems.
Use safe work practices.
Additionally, we will ensure that each of
you has been trained in the proper use and
maintenance of fall protection systems.
One of the first things we do to determine

whether we need fall protection is to conduct an assessment of the work site. We
look to see if walking and working surfaces
have the strength and structural integrity
to safely support you. You are not permitted to work on those surfaces until it has
been determined that they meet our requirements. Once we have determined that the
surfaces are safe, we will select appropriate
fall protection if a fall hazard is present .
For example, if one of you is exposed to a
fall of 6 feet or more from an unprotected
side or edge, we must select either a guardrail system, safety net system or personal
fall arrest system to protect you.
When Protection Is Required
What Is A Controlled Access Zone?
The OSHAstandard for fall protection

for the construction industry (29 CFR
1926.501) identifies a number of areas and
activities that may expose workers to fall
hazards. Areas include ramps, runways
and other walkways, and when people work
near wall openings, floor holes, hoist areas
and unprotected sides or edges. Activities
include, but are not limited to, excavation,
formwork, reinforcing steel, leading edge,
overhand bricklaying and roofing work.
The rules set a uniform threshold height
of 6 feet, thereby providing consistent protection. This means that we must protect
you from fall hazards whenever you are
working 6 feet or more above a lower level.
Protection must also be provided to anyone
One other thing I want to mention is a

controlled access zone. A controlled access
zone is a work area designated and clearly
marked in which certain types of work,
such as overhand bricklaying, may take
place without the use of conventional fall
protective equipment. Access to a controlled
access zone will be restricted by the use
of a control line (i.e., ropes, wires, tapes
or equivalent materials that meet OSHA
requirements). For your own safety, as well
as the safety of your co-workers, we ask
that you do not enter any controlled access
zones on our site unless you are authorized
to do so.
Have a safe day.
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What You Should Know About
The Hazards Of Mold
Construction workers who remediate buildings face a variety of hazards - including
potential exposures to mold.
Molds are a type of fungi that are found
everywhere, both indoors and outside. They
reproduce by creating tiny spores (viable
seeds) that usually cannot be seen without
magnification. These spores can grow on
virtually any surface they land on, as long
as moisture, a nutrient source and the right
temperature are present. As they grow, they
digest the material in order to survive.
Not all mold is hazardous. Outdoor mold
plays an important role by breaking down
organic matter, such as fallen leaves, toppled
trees and dead animals. And we wouldn't
have certain foods and medicines, like cheese
and penicillin, without mold.
However, indoor mold growth is a different
story. There are molds that grow on wood,
paper, carpet, foods and insulation, while
other molds feast on the everyday dust
and dirt that gathers in the moist regions
of buildings. Problems can arise when mold
starts eating away at building materials,
affecting the look, smell and possibly, with
respect to wood-framed buildings, the structural integrity of those buildings.
Molds can also cause adverse health
effects in people. Individuals allergic to mold
can suffer from asthma. Exposure to mold
can also irritate the eyes, skin, nose and/
or throat in certain individuals. In addition,
some species of mold produce mycotoxins
under certain environmental conditions.
Potential health effects from mycotoxin
exposure are the subject of ongoing research.
Remediation Work Increases Exposure

Any remediation work that disturbs
mold and releases mold spores into the air
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increases the potential for respiratory exposure. Actions that tend to disperse mold
include: breaking apart moldy porous materials such as wallboard; invasive procedures to
examine or remediate mold growth in a wall
cavity; the removal of contaminated wallpaper by stripping or peeling; and the use of
fans to dry items or ventilate areas.
Protective Equipment Is Essential

Gloves will help protect your hands from
contact with mold, as well as from potentially irritating cleaning solutions. Long
gloves that extend to the middle of the
forearm are recommended. The glove material must be selected based on the type of
substance or chemical being handled. For
instance, if you are using a biocide, such
as chlorine bleach, gloves made from natural rubber, neoprene, nitrile, polyurethane
or PVC will be necessary. If you are using
a mild detergent or plain water, ordinary
household rubber gloves may be used.
Properly fitted goggles will help protect
your eyes. Gogglesmust be designed to prevent the entry of dust and small particles
while you are performing mold removal
work. Therefore, safety glasses or goggles
with open vent holes are not appropriate.
When necessary, we will provide respirators to protect you from inhaling airborne mold and contaminated dust that are
released during the mold removal process.
If, while performing the remediation work,
we encounter chemical hazards, appropriate
personal protective clothing will be provided
to prevent the transfer and spread of mold
and other contaminants to street clothing, as
well as eliminate skin contact.
You can help protect yourself and help
prevent mold contamination by refraining from eating, drinking, using tobacco or
applying cosmetics where mold remediation
work is being performed.
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