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LIGHTING

Date:

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Light is an
invaluable tool in
any construction
environment.
!

Supervisor Signature:

Primary Potential Physical Hazards

• Slips - Trips - Falls

• Struck Against Objects

• Cuts - Bruises - Burns

Primary Exposures for Mechanical Construction Workers:

• ñ Work in poorly lit mechanical rooms

• ñ Work in areas where light is blocked by ducts or other objects

• ñ Work in confined spaces

Questions to ask:

• ñ Is the worker moving around a lot rather than confined to a fixed location?

• ñ Do area and task lights end up behind the worker in certain situations,
  resulting in shadowing of the task area?

• ñ Would laying down cables to power task and area lights create unwelcome
  trip hazards?

• ñ Is the employee working in confined areas or crawl spaces?

• ñ Does the work include precision tasks that require a sharp eye?

• ñ Does the environment include tight or high spaces where task or area lights
  cannot reach?

• ñ Is the worker isolated or alone?

Safe Work Practices:

• ñ Before starting work, always make sure your work areas are lit well enough
  for you to perform your work tasks safely.

• ñ If your work area is not well lit, obtain the lighting you need before getting
  started.

• ñ If for any reason you can’t get the lighting you need, inform your supervisor
  immediately.

Vol.25 | No.44 | Week of 11-03-25

MEETING ATTENDEES