Working over others
When completing work above ground or deck level:
Make sure people below know about overhead work.
- Warn those below that you're about to begin an overhead job by signs, barricades, and good communications.
- Raise tools and equipment to the overhead work site in a bag or utility belt specifically designed for that purpose.
- Make sure scaffolding and platforms are provided with toe boards so objects don't fall off.
- Do not work above other workers unless they are adequately protected by the installation of an overhead barrier.
- Clearly mark an area when workers could be struck by a falling object.
- Don't put tools in pockets. If you bend over or reach, they may fall out.
- Make sure the load being lifted is balanced.
- Verify that no one is under the load being lifted.
- Use barriers, notices, warning lights or other warning devices.
- Attach drop lanyards to tools to prevent objects from dropping.
- Never throw materials or tools.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
6-10. What should be done when workers could be struck by a falling object while work is being performed overhead?
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