Impact or Contact-By Hazards
Workers may be exposed while working in confined spaces to physical impact hazards from:
- sparks
- metal particles
- grinding debris
- paint debris
- chemical substances
- falling objects
Workers may be exposed to physical impact hazards from falling objects while working in confined spaces.
Injuries may include:
- particles becoming imbedded in the skin
- eye damage
- skin burns
- skin trauma
Requirements and Example Solutions
- Use PPE properly.
- Use powered equipment such as portable grinders with guards and per the manufacturer's recommendations.
Moving equipment or parts and energized or pressurized systems can be dangerous. Examples include shafts, couplings, gears, belts, conveyors, mixers, rotors, and compressing devices.
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3-4. How can impact hazard exposures be reduced when working in confined spaces?
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