We're well into construction season and lots of projects are underway. It's a great time to review struck by hazards and what can be done to protect yourself.
Struck-By hazards are one of what are called OSHA's Fatal Four hazards -- the top four hazard categories in construction fatalities.
The others are falls, caught-in or between, and electrocutions.
Together, these account for 60% of fatalities in construction.
Struck-by hazards are a big category. Incidents can include being struck by a vehicle, a thrown tool, rocks or gravel, or any other objects, large or small.
Check out this two and a half minute video on how to anticipate and protect yourself against struck by hazards, which can be just about anywhere in a construction setting.
Make sure to remain aware, wear your required PPE, and stay out of a vehicle's path of operation as a pedestrian.
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