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Safety Considerations for Construction Cleanup Crews
Posted on 05/22 by Erin Helms
Safety is the most important thing for all employees, but that’s especially true for cleanup and construction crews. When starting to clean a work site, remember these six hazards to best protect yourself and your crew.
Glass shards
Broken glass can be considered an invisible hazard because it might stab your hand or cut your arms. If the construction site you’re working on might have broken glass, take precautions by wearing thick gloves to protect your hands.
Loose fixtures and other debris
If walls have been knocked down or other major foundational changes or shifts have happened through the course of the project, be mindful of items that could be loosely sitting in place and pose a risk of falling. Take precaution to check bolts and screws to ensure everything is squarely in place and tightly secured.
Stray equipment
It’s possible the construction crew left behind some pieces of equipment or power cords. Be sure to take a careful look throughout the work site for any equipment that hasn’t been properly stored to avoid having a ladder run over by a piece of machinery, or cords being run over and accidentally destroyed.
Stray nails and screws
Stray nails and screws can become a real hazard for poking into the skin on your hands or even your feet if you’re not wearing thick-soled shoes.
Harsh chemicals
Hazardous materials and chemicals, especially solvents and cleaners, are often found around construction sites. When working in a contained room with cleaners, be sure to wear respirators and open windows or vents for plentiful airflow or to help fumes escape if they’re present when you walk into a room. Also, be sure to use gloves and other coverings when moving containers of caustic materials around to prevent chemical burns on your skin.
Consider other airborne irritants
Construction work often means lots of dust, but there are so many other things that can mess up and irritate your lungs: sawdust, metal filings, drywall dust, cement dust and other fine particulates. Keep those respirators handy to protect your nose and lungs. Anyone with asthma should also keep an emergency inhaler handy just in case an attack is triggered.
Are you looking for construction clean-up crew workers?
If you’re looking to add to your cleanup crew, or looking for someone to help supervise your team in a pinch, call LaborMax. As a staffing agency, we specialize in helping our clients find the right candidate for their jobs quickly, including temporary positions and experts to help keep cleaning crews safe. To learn more about what we offer, call LaborMax today!
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