1. Safety

2. Why is Safety Important?
Reduces insurance rates
Reduces workmen compensation payments
Osha fines
Protects your workers
Good workers want to work in a safe environment

3. PPE Hard hats Thick sole boots Goggles/Safety glasses Ear plugs Masks
Gloves

4. Step Ladders Check for damage before use
Ensure the ladder is properly unfolded
Do not use the top two steps
Do not use the back side of the ladder
Keep your belt buckle between the ladder
If you need a taller ladder, get one

5. DO NOT DO THIS!!!!! Not even a little!

6. Extension Ladders Check for damage before using it
Ensure it is at the proper angle
Cleats out on hard surfaces and folded on ground and gravel
Secure properly when roofing
Have someone hold the ladder
Always have three points of contact
Ensure it is level and stabile before climbing it

7. Power Tools Do not use it if I have not showed you how to use it
Wear proper PPE
Ensure no damage to the cord
Do not wear loose fitting cloths
Do not cross arms
Keeps hands a safe distance away and out of the cutting path
Do not use your knee or any other body part as a saw horse
Be aware of your surroundings
Know where the extension cord is: DO NOT CUT IT!

8. Electrical Cords Ensure there is no damage
Do not run through mud puddles
Ensure it has a ground
Make sure the prongs are not wet when you plug it in
Do not run through common walk ways

9. General Safety A clean site is a safe site
Always be mindful of your surroundings
Stay clear of swinging hammers
Use the proper tool for the job
Do not do anything you are not comfortable doing
Know your limits
If you are not using a ladder, put it down and out of the way
Everyone is a safety manager

10. In Case an Emergency
Always know where you are incase you need to call 911
If someone falls do not pick them up
If you fall do not immediately get up
If someone is shocked do not touch them, cut off the power source
If cut apply direct pressure and get help
If someone is hurt stop work, keep people away from them and keep them calm