Preventing Struck-by Incidents Preventing Struck-by Incidents Company Harlan McPhee North McPhee South Powerhawke Ravex Richards Company Using the Form Job Name * Job Name and/or Number Date * Preventing Struck-by Incidents Struck-by incidents are a leading cause of nonfatal injuries and the second most common cause of fatalities among construction workers. There are many struck-by hazards on every construction site that can severely injure or kill workers on any given day. These injuries occur when a worker is struck by a moving vehicle, equipment, or by a falling or flying object. The risk of nonfatal struck-by injuries in construction is twice the risk of all other industries combined. Everyone needs to work together to eliminate or mitigate the hazards that result in struck-by incidents. Types of Struck-By Hazards There are four common types of struck-by hazards in the construction field: 1) Struck-by flying objects: This can happen when something has been thrown, hurled, or is propelled across an area. It can also include when a piece of material separates from a tool, machine, or piece of equipment, striking a worker. 2) Struck-by falling objects: An injury can occur from a struck-by falling object very easily, as there are numerous overhead hazards on a jobsite. 3) Struck-by swinging objects: Often happens when materials are being mechanically lifted and something causes the load to sway and fall. High winds are one of the reasons a load could be swaying. 4) Struck-by rolling objects: An injury that is caused by a rolling object typically involves a worker and a piece of heavy equipment or vehicle. A worker can be struck by any object that is in motion. This includes things that roll, move, or slide on the same level as the worker. Safeguards to Prevent Struck-by Incidents • Remove or tie off materials or tools that are located on an elevated level when possible. If elimination is not possible, then make sure there are proper toe boards located on any elevated surfaces to prevent objects from sliding off. • Barricade work zones to prevent entry where equipment is operating, or there is work overhead being completed. • Barricade or separate any work tasks that create flying debris. • Ensure comprehensive training, including on the safe operation of power tools and equipment, and encourage earning appropriate certifications. • Wear appropriate protective gear (safety glasses, hardhat, face shields, etc.). • Use pedestrian walkways and exercise caution when working near heavy equipment. • Inspect all tools and equipment before use. • Increase the visibility of workers and equipment. • Use positive barriers between workers and traffic. • A worker should never stand inside the swing radius of heavy equipment such as a crane. • Never work under a load. Loads should not be hoisted or allowed to pass over people, and need to be secured when lifted by forklifts, cranes, or any sort of material mover. • Workers should always steer clear of the line of sight when they see a nail gun being used. Summary It is difficult to eliminate the hazards that result in struck-by incidents fully, but proper planning and work zone delineation can help to eliminate exposure to these risks. Evaluate your work tasks to see if there are any unnecessary risks to ground personnel due to the mentioned hazards above. Additional Comments Trainer Name * Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Picture Upload Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum upload size: 52.43MB reCAPTCHA If you are human, leave this field blank. Submit Δ
