Best Practices in Propped and Un-Propped Concrete Floor Construction

Presented by:

Daniel K. Lenters, CRSP

Lenters Safety Consulting Inc.

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Presentation Overview

Objective
To describe occupational safety and health training

offered to floor construction workers to guard their safety on the work site. To provide a brief overview of key safety issues to watch for.

Discussion Topics
Our Primary Focus Will be Propped Construction due

to High Hazards Involved

Key Issues of Concern Training Needs Summary Seminar on Best Practices in the
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Key Issues for Consideration

Propped and Un-Propped Floor Construction is one of the higher hazard work activities in Construction. The types of risks, and associated hazards are great in this industry sector and safety planning and training is essential.

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Key Concerns for Consideration

Falling Hazards Overhead Hazards, Objects Falling Cranes, Rigging Scaffolding, Shoring, Props Temporary Floors Access and Egress to Work Areas Concrete Placing Hazards Emergency Rescue Considerations Cranes and Hoisting Floor and Shaft Openings
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Hazard Assessment

Train field Supervisors to be qualified to conduct Hazard Assessments in order to determine levels of risk, and to establish an ongoing safety management plan. Supervisors review the Hazard Assessment with all workers affected by it, including specific control measures. Update the Hazard Assessment as the work scope changes:
Below Grade Above grade
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Develop Safety Procedures

Develop & Write Safety Procedures for All High Risk Jobs Use Procedures for Training Workers Follow up with Inspections to ensure Procedures are followed

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Typical Training Recommended

Supervisor and Worker Safety Training General Project Orientation Toolbox Safety Meetings First aid and Emergency Preparedness Fall Protection Fly Form Assembly and Removal Scaffolding, Ladders Power Tools Seminar on Best Practices in the
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Prevention of Falls
Preventing Falls is the Primary Focus on High

Construction Work. Fall Protection Training for High Rise Work Includes:

Personal Fall Protection Systems Perimeter Edge Guard Rail Systems and Installations Hand Rails in Stairs Building Shaft Enclosures and Safety Decks Covering of Dangerous Floor Openings
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Fall Protection Training Points

Personal Fall Protection Equipment and Systems

Body Harnesses

Shock Absorbing Lanyards

Connectors Anchor Points

Fall Arrest vs. Fall Restraint

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Fall Arrest

Prevents a Worker From Falling From One Elevation to Another

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Fall Restraint

Prevents, or Restricts Workers from Reaching Edge and Possible Falls

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Guard Rails
Both Propped and Un-propped floor construction systems require perimeter guard rails. Wooden Methods Steel Cables Moveable Fences Combinations
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Overhead Hazards

Overhead Cranes Workers Overhead Poor Housekeeping

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Fly Form Assembly and Removal

All Fly Form Assembly and Installation Methods are to be Designed by Professional Engineers. All Workers Involved in the Assembly and Installation of Fly Forms are Trained in the Correct Procedures. Company Procedures and Apprenticeship Training. Include Safety Factors, such as adequate safety rails, perimeter work areas, and materials loading areas in all fly form designs.
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Summary

Due to the High Risk Nature of Above Grade Propped and Un-propped Floor Construction, Safety Training and diligent follow up is Essential to Prevent Accidents. All Levels of Workers and Supervisors, and Management Must Attend Safety Training. Make Sure Training is Up-to-date, and Current.
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Where to Get More Information

Local Safety Codes and Regulations Safety Associations Industry Consultants Training Specialists Internet Web Sites Government Sponsored Seminars Safety Enforcement Agencies
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