Fall Protection For Tools

Fall Protection For Tools
Personal Safety Division
Santosh K – GM, India & SEA

3M Fall Protection APAC
23 Nov 2016
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Did you know this?
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Are all these tool drop accidents preventable!!
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What is a Dropped Object?
A dropped object may be defined as:
Any item or object that falls or has the

potential to fall from its previous position.
Unnecessary items, loose items, unsecured

items, poorly stacked items, pieces of
structure; even entire structures can fall.
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What Causes Dropped Objects?
The key causes of Dropped Objects include:
 Poor Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
 Inadequate Design
 Poor Behaviors
 Inadequate Inspection, Repair and Maintenance
 Redundant / Neglected / Homemade Tools
 Failed Fixtures and Fittings / Corrosion / Vibration
 Overloading
 Incorrect or Improper Use of Equipment and Tools
 Inappropriate Procedures / Not Following Procedures
 Inadequately Stored / Secured Tools and Equipment
 Poor Housekeeping
 Environment (Weather)
 Planning and Operational Miscalculations
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How Dangerous are Dropped Objects
0.3kg Object @ 40m – Fastener Nut/Bolt
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Fall Protection for Tools
Is this enough protection? Nets, Helmets Other PPE !!!
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How Do I Avoid Hazards?
General
 Wear hard hats.
 Stack materials to prevent sliding, falling, or
collapse.
 Use protective measure such as toeboards and
debris nets
Struck-By:
Falling/Flying Objects
Overhead Work
Am I in Danger?
 Secure tools and materials to prevent them from
falling on people below.
You are at risk from falling objects when you are
 Barricade hazard areas and post warning signs
beneath cranes, scaffolds, etc., or where overhead
 Use toeboards, screen, or guardrails on scaffold to
work is being performed. There is a danger from prevent falling objects, or,
flying objects when power tools, or activities like  Use debris nets, catch platforms, or canopies to
catch or deflect falling objects
pushing, pulling, or prying, may cause objects to
become airborne. Injuries can range from minor
abrasions to concussions, blindness, or death. Cranes and Hoists
 Avoid working underneath loads being moved.
 Barricade hazard areas and post warning signs.
 Inspect cranes and hoists to see that all
components, such as wire rope, lifting hooks,
chains, etc., are in good condition.
 Do not exceed lifting capacity of cranes and hoists
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52000 ( 144 per day)

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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WSH Report ( Jan to June 2016) – Singapore
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We can also stop Tools
too !!!
We today stop people

from falling.
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Impact Forces
Chances to survive a tool drop – Unlikely !!!

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How Dangerous is a tool drop!!!
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What happens when “Objects” Fall?
1. Injuries and Fatalities
2. Asset and Equipment Damage
3. Environmental Damage
4. Reputational Damage
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Where do “Objects” typically fall?
EVERYWHERE
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Implementation
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The solution is more than a tool lanyard…
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Python Safety™ FOCUS FIVE
1. Radio Holster | 1500089
2. Hook2Hook Coil Tether | 1500063
3. Small Parts Pouch | 1500119
4. Hard Hat Tether | 1500061
5. Safe Bucket | 1500134
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Python Safety™
Hook2Hook Coil Tether | 1500063
Compact design
Stays out of the way with relaxed length of 4 in (10.2 cm). Tether
can stretch up to 62 in (1.6 m)
Vinyl-coated braided-steel cable

Made from very durable materials able to better withstand heat and
sharp objects in harsh environments
Self-locking Carabiners
On both ends, self-locking aluminum carabiners to guard against
accidental opens
Load rated
5 lb. (2.3 kg) capacity
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Python Safety™
Small Parts Pouch | 1500119
Innovative Self-Closure System

Traps objects inside, making it nearly impossible for them to fall out
Protect Small Parts

Designed for your nuts, bolts, screws, nails, and more
Mounts to most tool belts

Feed tool belt through loops on the back of the pouch
Material
1500119 uses black canvas material
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Python Safety™
Hard Hat Tether | 1500061 (10 pk)
Heavy-Duty Clip
Heavy-duty steel industrial clip with simple flip-up snap allows for
simple one-handed operation
Choking Loop
5 ½ in (14 cm) tail with loop makes the tether easy to choke off to any
hard hat
Compact Coil
Stays out of the way of the user and is easy to clean. Relaxed length
of 4 in (10.2 cm) and stretched length of 34 in (86.4 cm)
Load Rated
2 lb. (0.9 kg) capacity
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Python Safety™
Safe Bucket | 1500134
Puncture Resistant
Hard composite plating sewn into bottom of bucket. Outer leather
sleeve to protect against harsh environments
Self Locking Carabiner

Lightweight aluminum carabiner load rated for 30 kN
Hoisting/Shoulder Strap
Heavy duty strap length designed and positioned to prevent
contents from spilling. Load rated for 100 lbs (45 kg)
Hook & Loop Top Closure

Align the green tabs for easy access closing and use red tabs for
lockdown lifting and transport
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Attachment Points
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Tool Lanyards
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Wristbands
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Tool Holsters
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Tool Belts
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Pouches
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Spill Control Buckets
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Resources
Looping Awareness Videos| Link
Python Safety Catalog | 9701406 Poster | 9701412 Pocket Guide | 9701411
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Personal Safety Division

Santosh K – GM, India & SEA

Are all these tool drop accidents preventable!!

Any item or object that falls or has the

Unnecessary items, loose items, unsecured

 Inadequate Inspection, Repair and Maintenance

 Redundant / Neglected / Homemade Tools

 Failed Fixtures and Fittings / Corrosion / Vibration

 Incorrect or Improper Use of Equipment and Tools

 Inappropriate Procedures / Not Following Procedures

 Inadequately Stored / Secured Tools and Equipment

 Planning and Operational Miscalculations

52000 ( 144 per day)

We today stop people

Chances to survive a tool drop – Unlikely !!!

1. Injuries and Fatalities

2. Asset and Equipment Damage

The solution is more than a tool lanyard…

Vinyl-coated braided-steel cable

Innovative Self-Closure System

Protect Small Parts

Mounts to most tool belts

Self Locking Carabiner

Hook & Loop Top Closure

Looping Awareness Videos| Link

Python Safety Catalog | 9701406 Poster | 9701412 Pocket Guide | 9701411

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