Hand, Wrist and Finger Safety
CE Credits Hours: 0.03
Course Objectives
Recall common types of injuries to hands, wrists and fingers;
Recognize hazards to hands, wrists and fingers;
Recall how to avoid injuring hands, wrists and fingers;
Know what factors to consider when wearing gloves
Course Description
Enjoying your hobbies. Checking your phone. Getting ready in the morning. Your hands help you do a remarkable variety of tasks. Throughout the workday, your hands can encounter any number of hazards. Fortunately, many hand and wrist injuries are preventable. This course will present potential hand, wrist and finger hazards, as well as the steps to take to avoid them. Ideal learners include all employees.
Regulations/Board Approvals
OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart P - Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Hand-Held Equipment;
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.138 - Hand Protection;
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart I - Tools-Hand and Power;
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart E - Personal Protective and Life Saving Equipment
