#299
Bad Practice
This image shows an example of an unsafe work practice.
Description:
Two workers using small pneumatic hammers. No hearing protection, eye protection or respirators. It does not appear that engineering controls are being employed to suppress the dust. Engineering controls can effectively reduce noise and silica dust levels. 1926.52(b) When employees are subjected to sound levels exceeding those listed in Table D-2 of this section, feasible administrative or engineering controls shall be utilized. If such controls fail to reduce sound levels within the levels of the table, personal protective equipment as required in Subpart E, shall be provided and used to reduce sound levels within the levels of the table.
Hazard:
Dust, Silica, Overexertion, Posture, awkward, Noise, Falls, Slips and trips, Ergonomic
Injury & Illness Prevention:
PPE
Trade:
Laborer
Other:
Lung, COPD (Chronic obstr pulm dis), Silicosis, Eye injuries, Sprains and strains, Lower Back, Upper Back + shoulder, Forearm, wrist, hand, Neck
Keywords:
silica, dust noise
Credit:
NIOSH/John Rekus
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