How We Protect Our Hand From Hazards in Our Daily Life
"What Is Hand Protection ? “ If a workplace hazard assessment reveals that employees face potential injury to hands and work practice controls, employers must ensure that employees wear appropriate protection Is Called Hand Protection. “ Why is Hand Safety Important? Human hands are unique. They have many attributes which i grip, precision, push, hold, grasp and Your hands are the tools that make you skilled & valued worker. How Hand Protection are Important to us? Accidents can and do happen here! Hands are subjected to hazards every day. Use the proper protection. PAY ATTENTION! ENGAGE THE BIG MUSCLE! Use hand protection methods and equipment appropriate for the job. Change Stressful work positions frequently. Key Points for Human Hand Bones 8 in wrist, 19 in hand and fingersNow, consider this: H is the eighth letter of the alphabet, A is the first, N is the fourteenth, and D is the fourth.8 1 14 4=27 H A N D=27 Types of Hand Hazards 1.Blades which can cut or amputate fingers or hands! 2.Rough Surfaces that can scrape the skin! 3.Machines that can pinch or crush fingers! 4.Chemicals that can burn fingers! 5.HEAT! 6.Bio-hazardous materials 7.Repetitive Strain and Impact which can cause injuries over time. Ways to Protect Hands 1.Work with respect around machinery. 2.Don’t wear gloves while working closely with moving machinery where there is a danger of becoming entangled. 3.Keep machine guards in place. For More Info Visit : www.suresafety.com
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