Following safety practices should include
- using safety equipment
- wearing proper PPE
- avoiding hazards
- slips, trips, and falls
- falling objects
- collapse or cave-in of excavations
- collapse or cave-in of walls
- sharp or protruding objects, like a plank with nails in it
- contact with and exposure to extreme temperatures
- electrical shocks
- exposure to noxious chemicals
- over-exposure to building dust
- moving, lifting, or carrying heavy objects
- following applicable procedures
- avoiding all contact with unhardened masonry cement
- wearing impervious clothing and gloves to eliminate the possibility of skin contact
- always double-checking the safety of portable electric tools
- installing sturdy work surfaces
- wearing sturdy safety shoes with anti-skid soles
- washing hands thoroughly at the end of every work shift
- using respiratory protection equipment, like air masks and respirators.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are some potential hazards when performing concrete and masonry operations?
- What safety equipment is necessary for concrete and masonry operations?
- What are the minimum PPE requirements for performing concrete and masonry operations?
- What clothing should be worn when performing concrete and masonry operations?