Hand Safety

1. Hand Safety Presentation Template from SafetyShare.org

2. Hand Safety • Your hands are your most important tool • More versatile than anything else in your toolbox • However, they are the most fragile tool you have – and are irreplaceable from SafetyShare.org

3. Hand Safety • Typical Hand Injuries: • Bruises • Cuts • Puncture Wounds • Burns • Broken and/or Severed Fingers from SafetyShare.org

4. Hand Safety • Why do we need to discuss hand safety? • Over 16 MILLION people suffer hand injuries each year • Over a QUARTER OF A MILLION are serious and often DISABLING injuries from SafetyShare.org

5. Hand Safety • Men are nine times more likely to receive a hand injury than women • Approximately 30,000 people are injured each year simply using a hammer • Approximately 25,000 people are injured each year using screwdrivers and crescent wrenches • The most common type of hand injury is a crushing injury. from SafetyShare.org

6. Hand Safety • Failure to use guards, kill-switches or follow the appropriate lock-out procedures are the leading cause of accidents resulting in hand injury • Most hand injuries can be avoided with adequate PPE from SafetyShare.org

7. Hand Safety • Common Causes of Hand Injury: • Not using the right tool for the job • Not wearing PPE, or wearing the wrong PPE • Flash fires • Using faulty equipment • Wearing jewelry or loose fitting clothing around moving parts • Not paying attention from SafetyShare.org

8. Hand Safety • Guidelines for Hand Safety: • Know the hazards of your surroundings • Always use guards, shields and other protective devices • Never bypass a guard • Always use the right tool for the job • Inspect equipment and machinery before and after tasks to ensure proper working condition • Disconnect power and follow established lockout procedures before cleaning or repairing any machinery from SafetyShare.org

9. Hand Safety • Guidelines for Hand Safety: • Never wear gloves, jewelry or loose clothing when working with moving machine parts • Always use the right PPE for the job • When wearing gloves, make sure they fit properly and are rated for the specific task you are performing • When using chemicals, consult the MSDS or your supervisor for the proper glove type from SafetyShare.org

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