LATERAL LEARNING

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LATERAL LEARNING
No 2002-06

• INCIDENT While attempting to remove a lifting
  sub, using a hammer, a floorman was struck on his
  right index finger. The hammer glanced off the
  side of the sub causing a fractured finger.
• FAILURE
• Ineffective supervision - The personnel did not
  hear, did not understand(language) OR did not
  follow the instructions of the Supervisor,
  resulting in the wrong tools being used for the
  job.

• LATERAL LEARNING
• Discuss all aspects of the work at the Tool Box
  Talk - prior to the job.
• Confirm that all personel have heard and
  understand all work instructions