Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

While working in an environment as risky as a construction site, it becomes one of the major priorities to maintain safety on the site.

Follow up these 9 easy steps to work in a safe atmosphere, as stated by Sailesh Mahimtura - Mahimtura Consultant Pvt. Ltd.

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Identify, assess and note down any thing that may be considered as unsafe and notify others about the same.

Know the site thoroughly :

Step 1:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Training should include proper lifting techniques to help reduce common back injuries sustained on the job.

Train all personnel about the site safety :

Step 2:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Secure hazardous and unsafe materials at a particular location. Try to post precautions for handling such materials.

Mark unsafe and hazardous materials:

Step 3:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Report problems, if any, and do not operate the machinery until repairs have been made.

Inspect equipments to ensure it’s working properly:

Step 4:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Standard personal fall arrest systems incorporate three primary components, these include: the anchorage connector, body support and connecting device.

Use harnesses and other safety equipment when performing roof work or working on scaffolds:

Step 5:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Provide personal protective equipments to all employees, including hard hats, safety goggles and boots, work gloves, ear plugs and face masks.

Step 6:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Follow all recommendations and mandates from occupational health and safety inspectors.

Be sure Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards are met:

Step 7:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Prevention is better than cure. Operators and site workers should know what to do in case of electrical, mechanical, power failures, or injuries. So, teach them.

Prepare for emergencies.

Step 8:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

Make sure to close down all entry points, after working hours.

Barricade the site to prevent public from entering.

Step 9:

Construction Site Safety

By. Sailesh Mahimtura

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Construction Site Safety