You are at risk from falling objects when you are beneath equipment, scaffolds, etc., or where overhead work is being performed. There is a danger from flying objects when power tools, or activities like civil work, working on height, pulling, pushing may cause objects to become airborne. Injuries can range from minor abrasions to concussions, blindness, or death.
Falling Objects: All objects that could fall or be dropped from a higher level (e.g. Top floor, roof, workplace, store etc.) and injure people. The most common injuries workers suffer from falling objects are bruises, fractures, strains, sprains and could be serious & fatal.
How to Avoid Hazards.
- Conduct Job Hazards Analysis (JHA) & Toolbox Talk (TBT) before starting work
- Wear hardhats / bump cap while entering on jobsite.
- Stack materials properly to prevent sliding, falling, or collapse.
- Use protective measures such as toe boards, barricades and signs, overhead protection, covering of all openings, safety net.
- Ensure tools, equipment’s are properly handled.
- Avoid working underneath loads being moved.
- Barricade work area and post warning signs
- Use all personal protective equipment.
- Inspect work areas for potential falling objects to see that all components, such as electrical conduit, wire, pipes, light fixtures, demolition work, etc.
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