Safety Tutorial for Carpentry/Construction

1. Safety TutorialforCarpentry/Construction Gary Brackett SUNY Delhi

2. Training Tasks for Carpentry • Measure and mark cutting lines • Follow safety rules • Cut material to shape or specific measurements • Verify trueness of a structure, using plumb bob and level

3. Training Tasks for Carpentry • Interpret blueprints or plans and perform layout exercises • Assembly and fastening procedures • Build or repair wood structures using hand tools

4. Training Tasks for Carpentry • Build or repair wood structures using power tools • Set ladders and scaffolding • Demolish and replace portions of structures • Install windows, doors, flooring, trim, and hardware using proper tools

5. Training Rules for Carpentry • Never perform tasks you are not trained to do • Always work on supervised jobs • Do not violate youth employment laws • Use safety equipment

6. Pre-Test (True/False) • It is ok to work in cutoffs and sneakers • Fall protection equipment is optional • Any type of extinguisher will put out an electrical fire • When unsure of a tool, experiment • Construction jobs are expected to be messy

7. Wear Appropriate Clothes • Safety glasses • Work boots (no sneakers) • Clothing should not be baggy • Long pants (jeans) • No open shirts (button them) • Gloves may be necessary at times

8. Personal Safety Equipment • Safety glasses • Work boots • Gloves • Hearing protection • Mask or respirator • Fall protection harness (required if working above 6’)

9. Hand Tools • Hammer • Square • Tape • Hand saws • Chisels • Utility knife • Pencils • Many more…

10. Power Tools • Circular saw • Reciprocating saw • Drill • Router • Sanders • Jigsaw • Power plane • Laser level • Much more…

11. Equipment/Machinery • Table saw • Band saw • Miter saw • Heavy trucks • Demolition machinery • Jointer • Air compressor and nail guns • Much more…

12. Tool Safety (general) • Never use tools improperly, or without being familiar with the functions and adjustments • Always use appropriate safety gear (glasses, dust mask etc.) • Always make sure there is adequate space • Serious injury and/or death could occur due to improper tool use • When in doubt ASK!!!

13. Electrical Safety • Inspect tools and cords daily for wear • Never work in standing water • Do not use tools that give off a shock or spark • Do not perform repairs unless licensed • Use GFCI protection when working outside

14. Floors, Doors, Exits • Keep floors, clear of unnecessary debris • Do not block window or door openings • Always keep exits clear of debris and well marked

15. Chemical Hazards • Many chemical hazards on the job • Read the labels • Follow the instructions • Wear proper protection (eyes, hands, face etc.) • Don’t use if unsure • Can include: urethane, stain, adhesives, treated lumber, airborne dust, plywood, and more…

16. Ergonomic Hazards - Lifting • Use proper lifting technique • Bend at the knees – not at the waist • Ask for help with awkward or heavy objects • Back injuries are serious

17. Infectious Diseases • Maintain a clean jobsite • Bag refuse • Wash hands well before meals, and after bathroom visits • Drain stagnant pools • Be aware of potential disease hazards

18. Fire • Note extinguisher locations and types • Different fires use different extinguishers • “A” Ordinary Combustibles • “B” Liquids • “C” Electrical • Understand operation of extinguishers before a fire

19. Robbery, Bomb Scares • Do not go near a bomb if found • Immediately clear the area and notify the police, do not disturb evidence • Emergency phone #’s should be available at all times • Never challenge a robber – do as he asks then notify police

20. Angry/Threatening Customers • Never antagonize an already upset customer • If the manager/owner is available let them handle it • Listen closely and try to understand – they might be right • If the situation cannot be defused, call the police or store security don’t take matters into your own hands

21. HOW and to WHOM DO YOU REPORT AN INJURY • Immediately report the injury to your supervisor • Include all of the facts including time, machine or tool used, and circumstances • Do not let anyone talk you out of a doctor visit

22. Post Test (True/False) • Don’t bother the boss by asking about proper tool use • Layout exercises are not part of the job • Carpenters are responsible for setting scaffolding • Loose baggy pants are ok to wear • Carpenters should always perform their own electrical tool repairs

23. Post Test 2 • Today’s electrical tools are ok to use while standing in water • Carpenters do not deal with chemicals • Knowing where an extinguisher is located is adequate fire safety • Challenging a customer is the only thing they respect • Keep an injury to yourself so that you don’t get fired

24. Test Answers • F • F • T • T • F • F • F • F • F • F

25. Safety Web Resources • http://sln.suny.edu/courses/2004/fall/50/sln/28150012601.nsf/6f3a74a8355d2d9485256d8f0057f0ba/85256e50005de9ed85256d1d00622fbd/$FILE/youth%20in%20construction.pdf • http://sln.suny.edu/courses/2004/fall/50/sln/28150012601.nsf/6f3a74a8355d2d9485256d8f0057f0ba/85256e50005de9ed85256d1d00622fbd/$FILE/ATTF36UP/WA%20NIOSH-Alert%20young%20workers.pdf