Hazards on a construction site can be categorized into several types, including mechanical, electrical, physical, ergonomic, chemical, biological, ecological, and others. Below is a list of these hazards: Mechanical Hazards Machinery-related Injuries: Moving parts of machinery, such as cranes, excavators, and bulldozers, can cause crushing, cutting, or entanglement. Falling Objects: Tools, materials, or debris falling...
Developing a comprehensive risk management plan for the construction industry involves identifying potential risks, assessing their impact, and implementing strategies to mitigate or manage them effectively. Risk Identification: • Conduct a thorough assessment of the project, considering all phases from planning to completion. • Identify internal and external risks specific to the construction industry, including:...
Protecting the Workforce Risk Levels and Impact The severity of incidents involving dropped objects can vary widely, depending on factors such as the height from which the object falls, the object’s weight, and the area where it lands. Low Risk: Small, lightweight objects falling from low heights, such as a wrench...
Frostbite Frostbite results from exposure to severe cold. The nose, cheeks, ears, toes, and fingers are the parts most frequently frostbitten. Symptoms: Frostbite is more likely to occur when a high wind is blowing that takes heat from the body rapidly. Usually, frostbite is not associated with pain but rather with a feeling of intense...
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