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Jackhammer Safety Precautions

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Jackhammer Safety Precautions

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    1. Jackhammer Safety Precautions

    2. Are portable percussive drills Operated by compressed air Used to drill rock, break up pavement, etc. Two Step Process. Jackhammers…

    3. From 1991 – 2004 16 workers were killed due to Jackhammer related accidents OHSA Regulations 1926.301 Power-Operated Hand Tools (b). Pneumatic power tools 1. Pneumatic power tools shall be secured to the hose or whip by some positive means . The use of hoses for hoisting or lowering of tools shall not be permitted. All hoses exceeding ½-inch inside diameter shall have a safety device at the source of supply to reduce pressure. Jackhammers

    4. Some common overuse injuries Fatigue Arthritis Poor Blood Circulation Carpal tunnel syndrome Lower back strain Hearing loss Miss use injuries Falls, Tripping Broken bones Types of injuries

    5. Use of jackhammers can cause fatigue and strains. Avoid continuous, repetitive work. Take multiple breaks during the day. Safety Procautions

    6. Loss of control can occur Heavy rubber grips reduce these effects by providing a secure handhold. Also wear thick working gloves to help grip and minimize vibrations. Safety Procations Cont.

    7. Struck by flying debris Workers operating a jackhammer must wear safety glasses. A face shield should be used. Always wear a hard hat Long pants and sleeves Jackhammer slips or falls on foot Steel toed safety shoes should be worn at all times. Always spread legs far apart Safety Procautions Cont.

    8. Jackhammer s emit over 100 decibels at two meters due to the repeated hammer blows combined with the explosive exhaust of the air. Working with jackhammers requires proper, effective use of appropriate hearing protection. Including ear plugs or ear muffs. Safety Procautions Cont.

    9. Right Safety Glasses Feet Spread Long Pants No Hearing Protection Short Sleeves No Gloves No Steel Toed Shoes No Hard Hat What's Right and What's wrong? Wrong

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