Hands Safety

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You Need Hands


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It has been estimated that almost 20% of

all disabling accidents on the job involve

the hands. Without your fingers or hands,

your ability to work and play would be

greatly reduced.

Human hands are unique. No other

creature in the world has hands that can

grasp, hold, move, and manipulate objects

like human hands. They are one of your

greatest assets. And, as such, must be

protected and cared for.

Why Hand Protection is ImportantTake a moment to hold your hands out in front of you. Look at

them. They are the only two hands you will ever have.

Now try clapping with one hand !!


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Why Focus on Hands?

Your hands are the

nearest bodily interface

to the task you are doing The difference between a

Hand Injury LTI and a

First Aid Case can be

quantified as time and

distance (Milliseconds,

Millimetres)


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Some typical Hand & Finger Incidents

Cut finger on sharp edge whentightening hose fitting

Injured party fell whilst descendingstairs sustained bruising to left ringfinger

Stripping insulating material cut finger

Selecting a sheet of metal, hand slippedcausing laceration requiring 2 stitches

Spark from welding caused nearbymaterial to ignite causing burn to 3fingers

Wedding ring finger snagged fingeramputated


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Reported Hand Injury

Contributory Factors

Hand and powered tools

Vibration

Crushing/Pinch Points

Dropped Objects Struck by moving parts

Contact with Substances

Slips, Trips & Falls

Temperature extremes Electricity

Entanglement

Jewellery

Sharp objects


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Tools and machines with sharp edges

can cut your hands.

Staples, screwdrivers, nails, chisels,

and stiff wire can puncture your

hands.

Getting your hands caught inmachinery can sprain, crush, or

remove your hand or fingers

(especially when wearing jewellery at

work).

Traumatic Injuries

You can suffer a traumatic injury to yourhands in many ways.


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WARNING: Toxic substances are

poisonous substances that can be

absorbed through your skin and

enter your body.

Contact Injuries

Coming into contact with caustic

or toxic chemicals, biological

substances, electrical sources, or

extremely cold or hot objects can

irritate or burn your hands.


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Whenever you repeat the same hand

movement over a long period of time, you

run the risk of repetitive motion problems

Repetitive motion problems often appear

as a numbness or tingling sensationaccompanied by pain and the loss of

gripping power in your hands.

Repetitive Motion Injuries

If you start having these symptoms, take a

break. Also, simple hand exercises such as

flexing the wrist and stretching the fingers

will help.

If the problem persists, talk with your

Supervisor or consult the Doctor/Nurse.


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Housekeeping and Hygiene

Poorly maintained machinery, tools,

sloppy work areas, and cluttered

aisles all contribute to hand injuries.

Good hygiene includes hand

washing. Hand washing helps to

remove germs and dirt from yourhands. Clean hands are less

susceptible to infection and other

skin problems such as contact

dermatitis.

Preventative Measures


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Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves

There are many type of gloves that aredesigned to protect your hands.

Metal mesh gloves resist sharp edges and prevent cuts.

Leather gloves shield your hands from rough surfaces.

Vinyl and neoprene gloves protect your hands

against toxic chemicals.

Rubber gloves protect you when working around

electricity.


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If in doubt talk with your supervisor or HSE

Advisor about the type of glove you should

be using on your job.

Personal Protective Equipment

Padded cloth gloves protect your hands from sharp

edges, slivers, dirt, and vibration.

Heat resistant gloves protect your hands from heat

and flames.

Latex disposable gloves are used to protect yourhands from germs, bacteria and dermatitis.

Lead-lined gloves are used to protect your hands

from radiation sources.


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Some gloves may be chemical specified and have a life

expectancy. Discard them after the recommended time has

expired.

After working with chemicals, hold your gloved hands under

running water to rinse away any chemicals or dirt beforeremoving the gloves.

Wash cotton gloves as needed.

Avoid borrowing gloves. Gloves are Personal Protective

Equipment. (PPE) Store gloves right side out in a clean, cool, dry, ventilated

area.

Never wear gloves around powered rotating equipment -

drills, lathes, etc.

Wearing and Using Gloves: MustDo`s


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The following types of gloves are availabl

Vinyl disposable

gloves. For food

preparation or

laboratory work.

Hide Leather faced

Rigger Gloves

Porous NBR Fully

Coated Knit WristEdge Gloves

Kevlar Cut ResistGloves with polka

dot grips

Black Rubber

Gauntlets for

chemical use

Kevlar Cut Resist

Gloves

NBR (Nitrile BunaRubber) impregnated

Rigger Gloves


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MATCH THE GLOVE TO THE HAZARD

ASSESS THE RISK

Look for these commonly used pictograms they will help you decide


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Water Repellent Creams are used to

protect your hands from caustic

chemicals.

Solvent-Repellent Creams are used to

protect your hands from solvents, oils,

and other organic chemicals.

Sunscreens protect your skin from the

damaging effects of the sun.

Vanishing Creams protect your skin

against mild acids, and make cleaning

up easier.

WARNING: Never substitute a barriercream when you should use gloves.

Other Protective Measures

Barrier Creams


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Your hands are oneof your greatest assets.

Remember!

PROTECT THEM !


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Discussion Point

Take 10 to 15 minutes

to discuss what the

potential Hazards tohands are and any

measures to reduce the

Risk.


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What can we do?

Everyone in the field exposes

their hands to risk of injury.

We need to eliminate the

hazard or reduce the risk toAs Low As Reasonably

Practical (ALARP)

Assess the risk

Permit To Work

Task Risk Assessment

Review Procedures

Personal Risk Awareness

SHOC Data Sheets

T ki P l C t l f


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Taking Personal Control of your

Hand Health and Safety Take time out, and take a fresh look at your

procedures.

Think about how you can injure your handsThink what if and be aware of the hazardsand the risk of injury

Consider the human factors includingphysical capabilities, competency and training

Take stock of the task, environment, weatherand plan your task to suit

Ensure equipment and tools are fit forpurpose.

Use the correct Hand PPE, but rememberPPE is a last resort, it only protects when allelse has failed.

Take Hand Safety home with you..


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. And Finally!

Dont take a gamble,Plan your task, followprocedure and beaware of where yourhands are in relation tothe hazards.

P.S. This Appliesto you too !!!!

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