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Cutting metal banding

This message addresses the hazard of injuries arising from cutting metal banding/strapping around packs of building materials.

Disposal of packaging

This message addresses the importance of disposing of packaging which has been left lying around the site in order to prevent tripping.

Do not cut trusses

This message addresses the danger of cutting trusses to suit site dimensions.

Do not heap concrete on decking

This message addresses the hazard of overloading the steel decking during concreting operations.

Dust suppression

This message is a reminder to operatives to use water for dust suppression when cutting paving slabs, kerb stones or other concrete products.

Electrical lock off

This message addresses the need to lock off distribution boards prior to carrying out work on switches and sockets.

Handling plasterboard and chipboard

This message shows the correct way of handling panel products.

Handling sharp objects

This message highlights the need to use appropriate gloves during manual handling operations with steel decking.

Stability of supporting structure

This messages relates to the stability of the supporting steel structure prior to installation of precast components.

Lift correctly

This message is a reminder of the right way of lifting heavy loads in order to avoid back problems.

Over-reaching from ladders

The message highlights the risk of overreaching when working up a ladder.

Loads on decking

This message addresses the danger of overloading the steel decking prior to concreting.

Protect your hearing

This message is a timely reminder of the importance of using ear protectors when work is being carried out in a noisy environment for long periods of time.

Sling decking safely

This message addresses the importance of slinging safely and indicates the correct way of slinging a bundle of steel decking using two sets of fabric slings.

Sling steel beams safely

This message addresses the importance of slinging steel components safely in order to avoid slippage of the component from the crane.

Unload on level ground

This message addresses the hazard of unloading trusses from lorries when they are not on level ground.

Working in trench boxes

The aim of this message is to remind operatives of the importance of working from within a trench box.