Definitions
What does being "in the line of fire" mean?
Caught in or between incidents occur when someone gets __________ or ____________ between equipment.
trapped or squeezed
Why is Lock Out Tag Out imperative?
To ensure that the equipment does not power up while you are working on it.
Always remain out of ____________ radius.
swing
You must always be ________ to avoid line of fire hazards.
In a "line of fire" situation a person could be injured by ______________ or _______________.
a moving object or release of hazardous energy
How can you safely position your body in relation to a hazard?
Possible answers:
Out of swing radius
Behind protective barriers
A safe distance away
Within the operator's line of sight
Moisture can create hazardous situations and increase the risk of __________ ___________.
electric shock
Stay behind protective ______________.
barriers
What are engineered controls?
Barriers that can help avoid injury.
Line of fire injuries can be _________ and sometimes _________.
Struck by incidences occur when someone is struck by a __________ ___________.
moving object
Beware of body parts or ________ ________ that can get caught in convey or belts or moving parts.
loose clothing
Always stay within the operator's ___________ of __________.
Line of sight
Give an example of an engineered control.
- A physical barrier that keeps you from danger
- Guarding around moving parts that prevent accidental contact
- Toe boards on elevated platforms to stop objects from falling and causing a struck-by incident below
unsafe
True or False:
It is acceptable to walk through an active equipment zone without notifying the operator.
False
Name a common line of fire hazard.
moving vehicles or forklifts
unguarded machine parts
falling objects from height
struck by a roll-off door swinging open
energized equipment such as hydraulics
Whenever possible work with a ____________.
partner
If you are unable to eliminate the hazard or employ engineered controls, what is your last line of defense?
Personal protective equipment - wear it correctly
What are the three main types of line of fire incidences?
Caught in or between
Released energy
Struck by
True or False:
A pressurized drum can cause a release of energy incident.
True
When inspecting your work area, what should you look for to identify line of fire risks?
Loose or unstable material at heights
Equipment moving unexpectedly or without warning
Areas where workers are not wearing PPE
Personnel that are in the pinch point
Tools, bulk items, drums or barrels should be secured with _________ __________.
Safety straps
Name a type of personal protective equipment?
safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hi vis