The following is part 9 of 9 in a series of blogs related to safety tips. As I previously stated, most of the items are common sense but it’s a good review. So not to overload anyone’s brain, I have split the construction safety tips into several blogs with one main topic per blog.
TAKE A PROTECTIVE STANCE: SAFE ALIGNMENT OF THE BODY
- Keep your wrists and arms in neutral to avoid mild or severe symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
- Choose a small and handy tool belt that you can easily keep balanced with small adjustments.
- Opt to sit (instead of squatting or kneeling) if working at lower levels, to avoid straining your lower body—knees, waist, and back.
- Reduce and eliminate back aches and strains by lifting properly. Use your knees instead of your back; avoid twisting your body when picking, carrying, or releasing a heavy load; place one foot slightly in front of the other to promote better balance.
- To save yourself and others from slips and falls:
- Keep all surfaces clear of litter, debris, and excessive materials.
- Only work on surfaces that are sturdy, level, clean, and dry.
- Immediately report and/or clean surfaces that have grease, water, oil, or chemical spills.
- If you need to cross a slippery surface, take small steps, putting your whole foot down slowly, toes pointed outwards.
- If you fall, roll as you land to reduce the shock and the blow.
- Cover floor holes with sturdy material and warning signs.
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