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Struck-By, Caught-Between - Staying Out of the Line of Fire for Construction

Retain effective struck-by and caught-between hazard control practices, promoting workplace safety awareness and prevention strategies.

Individual course 0.04 CE credits 21 min

Course objectives

 Recall struck-by and caught-between hazard control practices;

Recall ways to prevent struck-by and caught-between hazards in work zones, around heavy equipment, with overhead work, and with masonry walls, materials and excavations

Course description

Two of the most frequently severe types of construction incidents are being either struck by or caught in or between materials and equipment. This course focuses on the steps workers can take to stay out of the line of fire and avoid being struck by or caught in or between hazards at work, including hazard awareness, prevention and control, with an emphasis on taking personal responsibility for safety. Ideal learners are construction workers.