Mohd Shams Tabrez Khan Usia HSE.

  WORKING AT HEIGHT. Work where there is a risk of a fall liable to cause personal injury unless precautions are taken.  OSHA Standards 1926.501 – Duty to provide fall protection 1926.502 – Fall protection systems (PFAS) 1926.503 – Training requirements 1926.451 – Scaffolding safety 1926.1053 – Ladder safety 1926.25 – Housekeeping 1926.200 – Safety signs 1926.1408 – Power line safety General Duty Clause (5(a)(1)) – Safe workplace Understanding Working at Height: Introduction. Falls are the leading cause of deaths in the construction industry. Most fatalities occur when employees fall from open-sided floors and through floor openings Falls from as little as 4 to 6 feet can cause serious injuries and sometimes death. All work above 1.8 m is considered as Working at Height. Working at Height Hazards: Slips, trips, and falls Collapse of scaffolding Improper access and egress Falling from height Falling objects Flying objects Manual handling injuries Contact with overhead ...

  HIRA Training •         Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) •         Workplace safety focuses on preventing accidents, injuries, and occupational diseases by identifying hazards and controlling risks. What is a Hazard? •         A hazard is any source or situation with the potential to cause harm, injury, illness, damage to property, or environmental damage. Types of Hazards Physical Hazards – Noise, vibration, heat, radiation, working at height. Chemical Hazards – Gases, fumes, vapors, dust, hazardous chemicals Biological Hazards – Bacteria, viruses, fungi, infections. Ergonomic Hazards – Poor posture, repetitive work, manual handling Psychosocial Hazards – Stress, workload, workplace harassment. Mechanical Hazards – Moving machinery, rotating parts, sharp edges.    Examples of Hazards •         Working at height • ...