50-408-713Safety Tools and Equipment
Course Information
Description
This course will introduce the learner to OSHA safety standards as it relates to the masonry trade. Emphasis will be placed on scaffolding regulations and guidelines. Interpreting Material Safety Data Sheets(MSDS) for pertinent information on materials used on the jobsite will also be addressed. The learner will also be introduced to safety and maintenance of hand and power tools, in addition to personal protective equipment. Overall jobsite safety is stressed.
Total Credits
0.5
Course Competencies
  1. Take necessary steps to correct safety hazards on the job site
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing a job site safety plan and checklist
    by recognizing and correcting potential safety hazards on a job site
    Criteria
    you follow safety rules and procedures.
    you list safe work practices for construction workers.
    you describe and list guidelines for proper dress for a construction job site
    you access OSHA statistics regarding construction accidents
    you report on overall safety conditions on you're job site
    you define OSHA regulations regarding construction job site safety
    you describe the importance of cooperating with other trades on the job regarding safety
    you complete all work in a neat, proffessional, and timely manner

  2. Interpret Material Safety Data Sheets
    Assessment Strategies
    by accessing and describing the information contained on various MSDS
    Criteria
    you list the ingredients of various materials used on the job as noted on a MSDS
    you list the type of information contained on a MSDS
    you describe the precautionary measures to be taken while using various products as detailed on a MSDS
    you list the safety equipment to be worn while using certain products as noted on a MSDS
    you describe the symptoms an individual would have if exposed to certain products as noted on a MSDS
    you describe the treatment to be administered to a person exposed to certain products as noted on a MSDS
    you describe the location of the MSDS at you're job site

  3. Don and doff personal protective equipment
    Assessment Strategies
    by properly donning, and doffing/removing personal protective equipment
    by listing the correct personal protective equipment required for various given tasks
    Criteria
    you demonstrate the proper usage of various personal protective equipment
    you perform maintenance and safety checks on personal protective equipment
    you demonstrate proper fitting of various personal protective equipment
    you list the importance of personal protective equipment
    you explain OSHA requirements of personal protective equipment as it relates to masonry work

  4. Maintain hand and power tools
    Assessment Strategies
    by creating a weekly maintenance checklist for personal hand tools, and safety checklist for power tools.
    Criteria
    you describe daily maintenance procedures for mortar mixer
    you describe daily safety checks on power tools.
    you explain the importance of hand and power tool maintenance as it relates to safety
    you demonstrate the procedures for sharpening dull chisels and masonry hammers
    you explain the importance of inspecting masonry saw blades
    you perform all work in a neat, professional, and timely manner

  5. Erect scaffolding
    Assessment Strategies
    by propely erecting tubular steel scaffold, and all components
    Criteria
    you demonstrate the correct procedures for setting up tubular steel scaffold, including all bracing, railing, toe boards, and scaffold access in proper locations
    you identify the various components of tubular steel scaffold
    you list the advantages and disadvantages of various types of scaffolding
    you explain scaffolding safety rules
    you describe OSHA regulations regarding tubular steel scaffold
    you identify the lap requirement for scaffold plank
    you identify the minimum and maximum overhang for scaffold plank
    you explain the height requirement for guard rails, and toe boards
    you identify the height requirement that a scaffold must be tied into the wall, or guyed, and how often these ties are required.
    you describe proper access to the scaffold
    you explain the importance of regular safety checks on scaffold components

  6. Adjust construction procedures for weather conditions
    Assessment Strategies
    by identifying the proper adjustments in construction procedures given various changes in weather conditions and describing safety issues associated with weather conditions
    Criteria
    you list and detail cold weather construction procedures
    you list and detail hot weather construction procedures
    you describe and demonstrate the Initial Rate of Absorption test performed on brick
    you describe the symptoms of heat exhaustion
    you describe the symptoms of heat stroke
    you describe the first aid procedures that must be taken to treat both heat exhaustion, and heat stroke
    you explain the symptoms and treatment measures to be taken for hypothermia
    you describe the effects of wet weather on masonry construction