Safety At Work For Preventing Head Injuries by wearing helmets

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? Topic Name ? How To Prevent Head Injuries
Head Protection
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Session 1

• Topic 1 You will be able to Know Head
  Protection By
• 1.1 How To Identify Accidents to Injure Head
• 1.2 Choose Appropriate Head Protection
• 1.2.1 Standard Of Head Protection
• 1.2.3 Example Of How To Wear PPE-Head
  Protection Equipment
• 1.3 Know the limitations of Head Protection
• 1.4 Use and take care of your Head Protection
• 1.5 Key Points To Remember

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1.1 How To Identify Accidents to Injure Head

• Falling objects
• Exposed electrical conductors
• Low-hanging obstructions

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1.2 Choose Appropriate Head Protection

• Hard Hat

• Resist penetration
• Absorb shock
• High-density, light-weight polyethylene
• Stamped with ANSI Z89 specifications

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1.2.1 Standard Head Protection

• Wide profile and brim
• Increased ventilation
• Sun protection
• Suspension system
• Ratchet systems
• Brow pads

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1.3 Know the limitations of Head Protection

• Wearing Hard Hats Backward

• Visibility

• Type I hard hats have been tested
• Crown must be symmetrical
• Suspension must be reversed
• Type II helmets should not be worn backward

• Increase visibility to equipment operators and
  vehicles
• High-visibility colors
• Fluorescent striping
• Reflective striping

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1.4 Maintenance and Care

• Clean with mild detergent and hot water
• Inspect shell for damage or excess wear
• Inspect suspension straps for cuts, frays,
  chemical damage
• Never drill holes
• Do not use paints or cleaning solvents

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1.5 Key Points to Remember

• Follow recommendations in head hazard assessment
• Wear the correct type and class of helmet for
  the hazards found
• Inspect and clean hard hats daily
• Limit stickers and other markings
• Replace hard hats according to work conditions

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