An overview of on-site safety procedures and practices for HVAC Technicians and Plumbers
- Discuss hazards and risks encountered on the jobsite
- Physical hazards
- Chemical hazards
- Ergonomic hazards
- Radiation hazards
- Biological hazards
- Organization hazards
2. Preparation and Preventive Measures – Controlling Hazards
- Site assessment
- Inspect site prior to starting work
- Hierarchy of controls
- Elimination
- Substitution
- Engineering controls
- Administrative controls
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
3. PPE
- Eye protection, ear protection, full-coverage clothing, face shield, respirator, gloves, hard hat, steel-toed boots
4. Power and Hand Tool Safety
- Assess tools prior to use
- Use proper tool for the job
- Trained on how to use the tool
5. General Site Safety
- Proper ladder usage
- Stay hydrated
- Awareness of extreme heat or cold
- Proper lifting technique
6. Discuss Safety Resources
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Occupational Hazard Data Sheets
- OSHA
- Employer