Hand, Wrist and Finger Safety Awareness
CE Credits Hours: 0.02
Course Objectives
Recognize situations in your work that are potentially hazardous to the hands, wrists and fingers
Recall appropriate precautions to take to protect your hands, wrists and fingers
Recall how certain types of movements can cause ergonomic problems
Course Description
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
