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1 How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435A OHA R A G PAR 1: PRPARING FOR H ION 1. raining Booklet he booklet Preventing lips, rips, & Falls is designed to complement this raining ession. Decide if you want to use the booklet as a training aid during the ession or distribute it after the ession as a way to reinforce the key points. 2. Why his ession Is Important lips, trips, and falls are a common cause of workplace injuries and lost workdays. Failure to pay attention to what one is doing is the biggest reason for these accidents. ost slips, trips, and falls can be prevented if employees are trained to be alert to hazards and take proper precautions to prevent these accidents. 3. Purpose and Objectives of the ession Purpose: o identify slip, trip, and fall hazards and describe precautions for preventing injuries Objectives: By the end of this ession employees should know: lip, trip, and fall hazards How to prevent falls from ladders How to prevent falls on stairs and level ground Who ight Need It ost: All employees, including office workers, should receive slip, trip, and fall prevention training. 4. OHA Requirements OHA walking and working surfaces regulations require employers to keep all walking and working surfaces in good repair and in safe condition for employees. Any hazards must be corrected promptly to prevent slip, trip, and fall accidents and injuries. 1435A
2 OHA R A G How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435B Applicable OHA tandards: 29 CFR (Walking and Working urfaces) 5. Key Points ake sure that by the end of the ession employees understand the following main points: ou can prevent slips, trips, and falls by taking simple precautions. Be aware of slip, trip, and fall hazards on the job. Pay attention to where you are going and what you are doing at all times. 1435B
3 How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435C OHA R A G PAR 2: CONDUCING H ION 1. Warm-Up raining essions are most effective when there is active discussion between you and the group. o encourage such discussion, begin by asking one or more of the following questions: What are some common slip, trip, and fall hazards in our workplace? What can you do to prevent slip, trip, and fall accidents and injuries? What should you do if you have a slip, trip, or fall on the job? 2. Introduction: ession Objectives Use Handout #1, General Objectives, as a handout or an overhead slide. (hese are the same points listed previously in Purpose and Objectives of the ession. ) his makes it clear to the group what they are expected to learn from this raining ession. 3. he ession Note: he outline presented here generally follows the ummary of Key Points (listed previously and on Handout #2) and the information presented in the accompanying booklet. 1435C
4 OHA R A G How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435D A. Be Aware of lip, rip, and Fall Hazards (see booklet pages 2 through 4) i. Falls are a serious hazard whether they occur: On stairs From ladders On level ground Poll group members to find out how many have had a slip, trip, or fall in the workplace. ii. iii. lip, trip, and fall injuries include: Back or spine injuries uscle strains or sprains orn ligaments Broken bones ven death Point out that slips, trips, and falls are one of the most common causes of injuries both on the job and at home. hose injured not only suffer pain but also run up medical bills and often miss days of work. ome are permanently disabled. Conditions that can lead to slips, trips, and falls include: Unsafe ladders or stairs Damaged or slippery surfaces Obstructions in walkways Openings in floors 1435D
5 How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435 OHA R A G Running or moving too fast Improper shoes Poor lighting Discuss causes of slips, trips, and falls that have occurred in your workplace. iv. he biggest reason for falls is an unsafe attitude, such as: Not paying attention to what you are doing Hurried, careless work mphasize that developing safe work habits can prevent most slips, trips, and falls. Urge participants to remove slip and trip hazards or report them to maintenance so that they can be repaired B. Keep afe When Using Ladders (see booklet pages 5 through 7) i. Choose a ladder that has: Bracing to keep the ladder from swaying Functioning ladder locks Firm, unbroken, clean rungs or steps nough height for the job Antislip feet 1435
6 OHA R A G How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435F Demonstrate the proper procedure for inspecting ladders to make sure they are in safe condition. ii. iii. o set up a ladder safely: Place the ladder on a level surface. ie off the bottom, or have someone hold it. Follow the 4 to 1 rule. xtend the ladder at least 3 feet above the upper landing. ake sure you have a solid footing. Anchor the ladder at the top. xplain the 4 to 1 rule for setting up straight and extension ladders. Ladder safety do s and don ts: Do: Face the ladder while climbing. Hold the ladder with both hands while climbing and one hand while working. Use a hanger or toolholder for tools or buckets. Keep your weight centered between the rails. If you must place a ladder in front of a door, lock or block the door. Don t: Use a ladder if you really need scaffolding. Carry objects while climbing (use a tool belt and hoist materials up with a rope). Use the top two stepladder steps or the top four ladder rungs (you could lose your balance). Lean too far to either side while on a ladder. 1435F
7 How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435G OHA R A G Go near power lines or electricity with metal ladders. Create makeshift ladders out of boxes, pallets, chairs, etc. Discuss your workplace rules for safe use of ladders, including ladder storage and transportation of ladders around the facility C. Prevent Falls on tairs and Level Ground (see booklet pages 8 through 14) i. tay safe on stairs: Don t run up or down stairs. Be sure steps are not slippery, worn, or broken. ake sure railings are secure. Be extra careful if stairs are steep or irregular. ake sure lighting is adequate. Don t block your vision by carrying a load that s too big. Check to make sure stairways are not blocked with obstructions. Discuss stair safety rules and point out that participants should always be careful because falls on stairs could be very serious, including a disabling injury or death. ii. Fall hazards on level ground include: tumbling over loose pant cuffs or high-heeled shoes Wearing shoes that aren t appropriate for the job Not watching where you are going Running or walking too fast 1435G
8 OHA A A RR N I I G G How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435H lipping on wet, oily, or icy surfaces Poor visibility from dust, glare, poor lighting, or carrying a load that blocks your vision Ask participants to identify slip, trip, and fall hazards they have encountered in the workplace. iii. Keep walkways clear: Do: Practice good housekeeping, and put things away after use. tep over or around obstructions, not on them. Have adequate lighting, or use a flashlight. Walk and change directions slowly, especially when carrying a load. Watch where you place temporary power cords, hoses, etc. Cover floor openings or protect them with guardrails. tay away from the edges of loading docks, manholes, and other ledges. Don t: Leave trash, tools, or other materials on the floor. Block walkways or aisles with machines, equipment, or materials. Leave cords, power cables, or air hoses in walkways. Place anything on stairs. Leave drawers open. Carry or push loads that block your vision. Jump from platforms. 1435H
9 How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435I OHA R A G Discuss these do s and don t for preventing slips, trips, and falls on level ground, and ask participants to suggest other safety actions they could take to prevent level-ground falls. iv. o prevent slips: Clean up spills, drips, and leaks of nonhazardous materials immediately. Report hazardous materials spills. Put up signs or barriers to warn about slip hazards. Wear shoes with nonskid soles. Avoid turning sharply on a slippery surface. Walk slowly, and shuffle your feet on wet or slippery surfaces. and icy spots. Report slip hazards immediately. Point out that participants should clean up spills, drips, or leaks of nonhazardous materials even if they didn t put them there. hey should report hazardous materials spills. v. If you suffer an injury as a result of a slip, trip, or fall: Get medical attention. Report the hazard so that it can be corrected. 1435I
10 OHA R A G How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435J xplain how to fall properly to limit injury bend elbows and knees, and use legs and arms to absorb the fall D. Conclusion: Keep ourself Injury-Free (see booklet page 15) i. ake sure ladders and stairways are safe, and hold on to rails and railings going up and down. ii. Keep walkways clear, and clean up nonhazardous spills and leaks promptly. Report hazardous spills immediately. iii. Don t carry loads that block your vision. iv. Wear shoes with nonskid soles. v. Walk, don t run, and watch where you re going. 4. ummary of Key Points Use Handout #2, ummary of Key Points, as a handout or an overhead slide. (hese are the same points listed previously in Preparing for the ession. ) Using the summary reinforces the essential messages you want to leave with the group. 1435J
11 How to Prevent lips, rips, and Falls 1435K OHA R A G 5. Quiz Have the group take the ultiple Choice Quiz included as Handout #3. ou can also use Handout #3 as an overhead slide and review each question as a group. Answers to ultiple Choice Quiz: 1. c, 2. b, 3. c, 4. b, 5. c, 6. c, 7. c, 8. b, 9. a, 10. b 6. Wrap-Up Ask for any final questions. Distribute the raining ession Attendance Form, and have group members sign and return it. Distribute handouts and training booklet if you have not already done so during the ession. hank group members for their attention. 1435K
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