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Guideline 330
Hand Safety
Training
AB The Effects of a Hand Injury
We use our hands constantly. A disabling hand
injury can have a dramatic effect on our quality
of life. A hand injury can impact not only our
ability to perform our job, but daily routines as
well.
A hand injury can occur in a second, but the
social, financial and emotional effects can last
a lifetime.
BEFORE AFTER
It is important to maintain
your concentration and
focus at all times when
working around moving
equipment and
machinery.
Hand Personal Protective
AB Equipment (PPE)
Gloves should not be the first (or only!)
approach to reducing hand risks. However,
when properly selected and utilized, gloves
can help reduce hand injuries.
GOOD BAD
AB Use of Knives and open blades
Basic Guidelines
- Can the need for a knife be engineered out
- Assess the residual risks with and without a
knife
- Carry out a JSA to highlight any other safety
AB Best Practice Knife Use
KNIFE
IsSAFETY
there a risk
assessment?
Has a JSA been
completed?
Select the correct
knife
Ensure the blade is
sharp
Always cut away from
the body
Store knives correctly
Clean knives after use
Never catch a falling
knife
Commitment and
AB Communication
Hand injuries are one of the most frequently
occurring injuries in the workplace.
Successful hand injury prevention requires
your commitment, participation and
communications.