5 Safety Tips For Industrial Construction Workers

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5 Safety Tips for Construction Workers

• Construction workers are superheroes who risk
  their life and safety to build complex and simple
  constructions for the need of others.
  Understandable its their work but that does not
  simplify the amount of risks undertaken to
  complete projects and ensure that they are safe
  in the long run. Working as a construction worker
  is not easy and requires great care and diligence
  since most of the work is extremely dangerous and
  deals with heavy weight machines, wobbling
  stairs, and heights. The risks can stress out
  an industrial construction worker but thankfully
  are safety measures which can make help to avoid
  common injuries.

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Much of the work is done using tools of different
kinds. Therefore, if the designs are not
ergonomic and the instruments portable, work will
slow down and become difficult to manage.
Gripping the same uncomfortable and heavy hammer
can strain your hand and numb the fingers finally
causing it to slip from your hands. Continued
usage can even cause tendonitis, trigger finger,
carpal tunnel syndrome etc. High powered tools
can cause excessive vibration and noise. It is
better to use them at lower vibrations using both
hands.
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Lifting heavy objects is part of daily
construction work. Care should be taken while
picking anything heavy because backaches can be
really troublesome and can affect work. Dont
twist while lifting an object and always bend
your knees. This strains the muscles less and
helps maintain balance.
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Protective apparels are a must for construction
workers. They should be provided with safety
helmets, harnesses, protective eyewear, ear
muffs, and rubber gloves. While operating heavy
machinery bright colored clothes should be worn
for maximum visibility. Safety boots are a must
and should be of the non-skid variety so that it
can be used on any surface. A breathing mask
often helps to work with unpleasant and even
toxic fumes. It is a protection against dust and
other allergens which are found in construction
sites. Safety gears should be removed cautiously
to avoid any wear and tear.
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Scaffolds are highly risky but they are always
necessary for industrial construction companies.
They should be constructed on a rigid and solid
surface and around 10 feet away from the power
source or line. Never leave any debris or
instruments on the scaffold while leaving work,
keep it as clean as possible. Scaffolds should
not be used in bad weather because they increase
the risk of accidents. The construction and
dismantling of the scaffold should be overseen by
an experienced supervisor to reduce the chances
of mishaps.
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High voltage electricity is used in any
industrial construction. But caution should be
exercised to see that the wires are safe and
there is no wear and tear. While using portable
devices like drills and grinders check if the
power supply has proper earthing. If there is any
problem with the machines ask the mechanic to
check rather than tinkering with it yourself.
Basic training is necessary for handling
electrical equipments which should be provided
during training.
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