Hand Wrist And Finger Safety

Workplace hand, wrist, and finger injuries can have serious and lasting consequences. This online training helps employees understand the hazards that can injure their hands on the job, including sharp or hot surfaces, moving equipment, pinch points, repetitive motions, awkward positions, excessive force, and tool-related risks. Learners will explore how the hand and wrist work, how traumatic and ergonomic injuries occur, and how preparation and safe work practices can help prevent them.

The course covers inspecting tools and safety guards, keeping hands clear of hazards, lifting and handling materials safely, choosing tools that fit the task and the worker, using power tools responsibly, and recognizing warning signs such as tingling, numbness, or discomfort. Learners will also learn how to select, inspect, and effectively use gloves designed for specific workplace hazards.

By completing this training, learners will be better prepared to protect their hands, wrists, and fingers at work. They will understand how to identify hazards, reduce ergonomic strain, use tools safely, choose appropriate hand protection, and respond appropriately when an injury or warning symptom occurs.

   This course is in the Video On Demand format, to read about Video On Demand features click here.

Employees who work with their hands

• Introduction
• The Hand’s Design and Structure
• Preparing to Work with Your Hands
• Safe Work Practices
• Preventing Ergonomic Injuries
• Choosing Tools and Using Them Safely
• Selecting the Best Gloves for the Job
• Conclusion

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