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2003

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Heavy Equipment Owner/Operators Dying On The Job, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center Dec 2003

Heavy Equipment Owner/Operators Dying On The Job, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center

Kentucky Haz Alerts--Other

To prevent heavy equipment injuries:

  • Owner/operators should become familiar with and adhere to Kentucky Occupational Safety and Health guidelines.
  • Manufacturers’ procedures for operation and maintenance of heavy equipment should be followed.
  • Avoid potentially hazardous situations. Operators should perform a thorough hazard assessment before work is initiated.


Mientras Trabaja, No Se Caiga!, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center Jul 2003

Mientras Trabaja, No Se Caiga!, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center

Kentucky Haz Alerts--Falls

Para prevenir caídas durante en trabajo:

  • Siempre use el sistema apropiado de caídas. Hacer una evaluación meticulosa dentro y alrededor del área de trabajo, para identificar los riesgos existentes y potenciales de caídas.
  • Los empleadores y los subcontratistas deben proveer de un entrenamiento de protección de caídas a sus empleados, en un lugar en especifico.
  • Poner señales de alerta enfrente del área de trabajo y alrededor de los perímetros donde el riesgo ha sido identificado.
  • No se ubique en una situación de potencialmente riesgoso. Los trabajadores siempre necesitan estar alerta.


While Working, Don't Take The Fall!, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center Jul 2003

While Working, Don't Take The Fall!, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center

Kentucky Haz Alerts--Falls

To prevent falls while working:

  • Always use appropriate fall protection systems.
  • Conduct a thorough assessment in and around the work area to identify existing and potential fall hazards.
  • Both employers and subcontractors should provide comprehensive fall protection training for their employees, that is site specific.
  • Place warning signs in front of work areas and around perimeters where fall hazards have been identified.
  • Don’t place yourself in a potentially hazardous situation. Workers should always stay alert.