I am a bit of a stickler for safety on the our Cottage construction site, and it is paying off as we haven't had any major injuries other than a few cuts and bruises.My rules are simple:
- Eye protection shall be used with ALL power tools, and when hammering. This includes not only the operator of the tool but anyone helping them.
- Any power tool shall be removed from its source of power, BEFORE being adjusted or fixed. This includes both air and electrical tools.
- All falling hazards should be immediately covered safely or cordoned off.
- If you remove a brace or other board, the nails in it should be immediately removed.
- When a team of people are working on a particular task, the step shall be clearly understood before starting the task. There shall be a means of escape from danger for all members of the team
- All ladders shall be secured by a co-worker in situation where the ladder is no unstable soil, or the work is need a falling hazard.
- Working on a roof requires use of a safety harness.
- No one shall work alone when the work involves danger of falling, or the lifting of heavy materials.
- All work material, tools and debris or other items that pose a tripping hazard shall be removed from immediate work locations or placed in a safe nearby location with respect to the work activity.
- Take all precautions to protect yourself from environmental conditions: use sunscreen, drink plenty of fluids, wear rain gear, stop work(don't use power tools) and seek shelter in thunder storms,