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Injury Prevention Resources for Manufacturing
The following links list tools, publications, and other resources to help prevent the most common injuries and illnesses in the manufacturing industry. These resources may not meet all the requirements for health and safety in British Columbia. Please check the Workers Compensation Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and related materials for specific WorkSafeBC requirements.
Lockout
Multimedia
Lockout: a guide to safe work practices (video)
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This video provides a comprehensive overview on locks used to control energy in machines. Protect your workers from accidents caused by the inadvertent operation of control devices. (35 min 39 s) |
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Lock out. It takes just seconds to lose a limb.
(slide show)
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This slide show describes two accidents, each where a worker lost a limb following improper lockout. (2 min 58 s) |
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Lockout for Woodworking
(slide show)
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De-energizing woodworking machinery when doing maintenance prevents injury. See the basic steps for locking out. (2 min 42 s) |
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Booklets & pamphlets
Lockout BK21 (PDF 2.4 MB)
This booklet defines lockout, explains lockout policy and procedures, and provides guidance on compliance with Regulation requirements.
Source: WorkSafeBC
* Available in Simplified Chinese,
Traditional Chinese,
Korean,
Punjabi,
Spanish, and
Vietnamese.
* Print copies are available for purchase from the WorkSafeBC Store
* A free ebook version for iPad is available on iTunes
Lockout Crew Talk
Source: WorkSafeBC
Toolbox meeting guides
Lockout Toolbox Meeting Guides
Source: WorkSafeBC
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