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Hand Safety - Sharp Objects Potential hand injuries associated with sharp objects can include: • Cuts or lacerations may happen while using dull cutting tools, handling sharp metals or other material with sharp edges. • Punctures are caused when pointed objects pierce the skin and deeper tissues. Examples of Sharp Objects • Knives and other utensils • Box cutters, utility knives, etc. • Power tools and other equipment with blades or moving parts. • Broken tools, glass, metal shards etc. • Protruding nails, screws, etc. 3 bcmsa. devcogroup. com One of the best and most effective means of primary hand protection is good hand positioning.

Choose the Right Glove! bcmsa. devcogroup. com Mechanical Protection gloves provide cut, puncture, abrasion, tear resistance. A few examples are shown below. Ansell Hyflex 11501. Ansell Power. Flex 80 -813. • Forming, machining and bending of sharp parts. • Handling utility knifes. • Carpentry / Scaffolding. • Handling smooth, slippery or sharp-edged materials. • Equipment assembly. • Handling smooth, slippery or sharpedged materials. Contact your local EH&S for support with: • Gloves currently approved for use at site. • Selection of gloves for a specific task. • Site PPE approval process (where applicable). 4 Mechanix ORHD. • Heavy equipment maintenance. • Machinery maintenance. • Pipe installation and repair.

Hand Safety – Sharp Objects Protect yourself and others: • Always be aware of hand placement. Always cut away from your body. • Identify and Control hazards of the task before starting the task. • Always use the correct tool for the task. • Wear the glove that is resistant to punctures, cuts, or moisture. • Let falling objects fall. DO NOT grab for falling cutting tools, sharp instruments or glassware. • Use retractable knives whenever possible. • Never work on the same object when a co-worker is using a knife. • Store tools and instruments safely. Ensure that can be easily reached and pose no threat of injury. • Do not carry sharp objects in your pockets or reach into waste bins with your bare hands. • Never bear hug garbage bags, lift and hold them at their tie off point. • Ensure guards are in place on machinery with cutting blades. Always be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times. Ask yourself, “Am I or others around me at Risk? ” 5 bcmsa. devcogroup. com