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Transcript of Brownfields the Need for Training. Steel Foundry Inc.
Brownfields the Need for Training
Steel Foundry Inc.
Steel Foundry Inc.
Steel Foundry Inc.
Personal Protective Equipment
Brownfields Safety Talk
Hazards
• Safety-Related– Electrocution– Falls– Falling objects– Flying objects– Lifting– Hot objects– Crushing
• Health-Related – Noise– Chemical Vapors – Gases– Lack of oxygen– Air particulates– Vibration
Why is PPE Often the Choice?
• Some jobs at work have hazards.
• Safer methods or products don’t exist.
• Engineering or administrative controls may not be practical.
• PPE is the last line of defense, but necessary at times.
Types of Personal Protective Equipment
• Most Common– Head Protection– Foot and Leg– Hearing– Eye and Face– Respiratory – Torso Protection
• Other Types– Reflective clothes– Tyvek suits– Life vests– Safety nets– Lifelines– Safety harnesses– Lanyards
Use PPE As Intended
What does the manufacturer say?
Types of Hard Hats
• Class G: General
– Most construction workers wear this type.
• Class E: Electrical
– These protect from high voltage.
• Class C: Conductive
– These are not acceptable for construction.
Protecting Your Hearing
• Use plugs or muffs.• Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.• They must fit properly and be
maintained.• Remember, they only work if used.• Do not use cotton or other
home-made protection.
Types of Eye & Face Protection
• Safety Glasses-– Protect eyes from front and side hazards
as well as flying particles. • Regular Vented Goggles-
– Protect your eyes from dust, sparks, and flying particles.
• Full Face Shield-– Protects face from splashes, and flying
particles.– Must be used with safety glasses or
goggles.
Choosing Foot Protection
Wear sturdy shoes withthick soles, steel toes& steel shanks.
DecontaminationBrownfields Safety Talk
What is Decontamination?
• Removal of Contamination–Physical Removal–Chemical Removal
Why Decontaminate?
• Personnel Exposures• Family/Community Protection
Personnel Hygiene
• Hand/Face wash• Clothes washing