Struck-By, Caught-Between - Staying Out of the Line of Fire for Construction
21 min! Run Time
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of Completion
What you'll learn
Skills covered in this course
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Built by safety professionals.
Struck-By, Caught-Between - Staying Out of the Line of Fire for Construction
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Frequently Asked Questions
Being struck by or caught in or between materials and equipment -- identified as two of the most frequently severe types of construction incidents.
It means positioning yourself and working in ways that keep you clear of the path where struck-by or caught-between incidents typically happen.
It combines hazard awareness with prevention and control steps, while placing emphasis on taking personal responsibility for your own safety.
Construction workers, since struck-by and caught-between incidents are identified as two of the most severe risks specific to that trade.
Because avoiding struck-by and caught-between hazards often comes down to individual awareness and choices in the moment, not just site-wide controls.