CUT LACERATION TRAINING CUT LACERATION TRAINING Agenda Why

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CUT & LACERATION TRAINING

CUT & LACERATION TRAINING

CUT & LACERATION TRAINING Agenda Why Safety Matters What to Look For Tips on

CUT & LACERATION TRAINING Agenda Why Safety Matters What to Look For Tips on Prevention Test Your Knowledge

WHY SAFETY MATTERS How valuable are your hands? 1. Tuck your thumbs into the

WHY SAFETY MATTERS How valuable are your hands? 1. Tuck your thumbs into the palms of your hands 2. Now tie your shoes

WHY SAFETY MATTERS Cuts & lacerations: 30% of hand injuries caused by wearing the

WHY SAFETY MATTERS Cuts & lacerations: 30% of hand injuries caused by wearing the wrong glove Make up almost 30% of all job related injuries Result in an average of 6 days away from work Cost employers $40, 023 per incident 70% of hand injuries occur when not wearing gloves

WORKERS WHO DON’T MAKE THE CUT

WORKERS WHO DON’T MAKE THE CUT

WHAT TO LOOK FOR Main causes of cuts & lacerations Taking short cuts Machine

WHAT TO LOOK FOR Main causes of cuts & lacerations Taking short cuts Machine malfunction Lack of awareness Missing or improperly adjusted guarding equipment Disregard for safety procedures Failure to wear PPE

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE Open Forum Let’s review our cut-resistant PPE

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE Open Forum Let’s review our cut-resistant PPE

PREVENTION TIPS Tools Use a sharp blade - a dull blade means a worker

PREVENTION TIPS Tools Use a sharp blade - a dull blade means a worker has to exert more force when cutting, increasing the risk of an injury Use machine guards Don’t modify your PPE for comfort Don’t cut off the fingertips for dexterity Don’t remove the liner Remove snag hazards Make sure clothes are buttoned and tucked in Remove all jewelry Keep work areas clean Never leave sharp materials unattended Report any hazards you see

PREVENTION TIPS Glove care Inspect gloves before use for tears, excessive wear, and punctures

PREVENTION TIPS Glove care Inspect gloves before use for tears, excessive wear, and punctures Store in a clean, dry location Discard or launder gloves if they become saturated with oil or other chemicals

PREVENTION TIP Open Forum What to do when an accident does occur

PREVENTION TIP Open Forum What to do when an accident does occur

FUN COMPETITION: WHO WILL MAKE THE CUT? 16

FUN COMPETITION: WHO WILL MAKE THE CUT? 16

FUN COMPETITION: WHO WILL MAKE THE CUT? Covering safety reminders Workspace is not picked

FUN COMPETITION: WHO WILL MAKE THE CUT? Covering safety reminders Workspace is not picked up. Tools are not secured Wearing Not wearing protective gloves damaged gloves 17 No machine guard. Not wearing safety glasses