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FATALITY ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL EVALUATION (FACE) PROGRAM						Print
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										GraphicsElectrocutionUse these graphics on Instagram.Use these graphics on Facebook or Twitter.Help Employees Stay Safe During Work Near Power Lines[JPG - 294 KB]2250 x 2250Determine and communicate safe distances for workers and equipment while working near power lines.[JPG - 308 KB]2250 x 2250Contact the utility provider if workers are unable to establish and maintain safe distances from power lines.[JPG - 317 KB]2250 x 2250Develop and apply operating procedures and communication plans for lone workers.[JPG - 302 KB]2250 x 2250Make sure workers use appropriate insulating gloves, blankets, tools, and eye protection.[JPG - 314 KB]2250 x 2250Provide electrical competent and qualified worker training.[JPG - 252 KB]2250 x 2250Train and evaluate workers on the selection, inspection, and safe operation of elevated bucket trucks.[JPG - 309 KB]2250 x 2250Determine and communicate safe distances for workers and equipment while working near power lines.[JPG - 220 KB]2133 x 1067Develop and apply operating procedures and communication plans for lone workers.[JPG - 433 KB]2133 x 1067Provide electrical competent and qualified worker training.[JPG - 171 KB]2250 x 2250Contact the utility provider if workers are unable to establish and maintain safe distances from power lines.[JPG - 304 KB]2133 x 1067Make sure workers use appropriate insulating gloves, blankets, tools, and eye protection.[JPG - 217 KB]2133 x 1067Train and evaluate workers on the selection, inspection, and safe operation of elevated bucket trucks.[JPG - 219 KB]2250 x 2250Lawn CareUse these graphics on Instagram.Use these graphics on Facebook or Twitter.Landscaping Workers: Prevent injuries during lawn care[JPG - 843 KB]2250 x 2250Do an initial inspection of the work area for objects, lawn fixtures, or debris that could become hazards.[JPG - 796 KB]2250 x 2250Remove objects if they are removable. Flag or mark objects that cannot be removed.[JPG - 746 KB]2250 x 2250Add a mulching chute to catch potential projectiles.[JPG - 740 KB]2250 x 2250Do not allow the discharge chute to point directly at others who are nearby.[JPG - 754 KB]2250 x 2250Do an initial inspection of the work area fro objects, lawn fixtures, or debris that could become hazards.[JPG - 435 KB]2133 x 1067Add a mulching chute to catch potential projectiles during lawn care.[JPG - 433 KB]2133 x 1067Landscaping companies and workers should advise homeowners to remove pet tie-out stakes if they are removable and flag/mark objects that cannot be removed.[JPG - 1,021 KB]2250 x 2250Remove objects if they are removable. Flag or mark objects that cannot be removed.[JPG - 409 KB]2133 x 1067During lawn care, do not allow the discharge chute to point directly at others who are nearby.[JPG - 445 KB]2133 x 1067In 2020, 206 landscape service workers died from on-the-job injuries. Landscaping is one of the highest risk industries in the service industry sector. Worker Safety Matters.[JPG - 1,023 KB]2250 x 2250
							
					
							Last Reviewed:  February 25, 2022						Source: 	National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
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