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In the incident described, what primary unsafe act directly led to the oiler's fall and subsequent head injuries?
In the incident described, what primary unsafe act directly led to the oiler's fall and subsequent head injuries?
- The oiler used an inadequately sized pipe to lever a heavy cylinder head while standing on an elevated surface without fall protection. (correct)
- The oiler was not wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- The oiler ignored warning signs indicating slippery conditions on the engine room floor.
- The oiler failed to properly secure the engine room, allowing unauthorized personnel to enter.
Which of the following actions would be MOST effective in preventing a recurrence of the incident described?
Which of the following actions would be MOST effective in preventing a recurrence of the incident described?
- Implementing a policy requiring a toolbox talk before beginning any maintenance task, with emphasis on identifying potential hazards and control measures. (correct)
- Enforcing stricter penalties for employees who deviate from standard operating procedures.
- Mandating that all personnel involved in maintenance tasks receive additional training on hazard identification.
- Restricting access to the engine room to only senior-level technicians with extensive experience.
An employee has performed a maintenance task multiple times without incident. Considering the lessons from the safety flash, what potential hazard should be addressed?
An employee has performed a maintenance task multiple times without incident. Considering the lessons from the safety flash, what potential hazard should be addressed?
- The increased risk of equipment malfunction due to overuse by a single employee.
- The possibility of the employee developing repetitive strain injuries from performing the task repeatedly.
- The likelihood of the employee becoming overconfident and attempting more complex tasks without proper authorization.
- The risk of complacency leading to a disregard for safety protocols and potential hazards. (correct)
According to the safety flash, what is the purpose of IMCA distributing safety alerts and similar information?
According to the safety flash, what is the purpose of IMCA distributing safety alerts and similar information?
Which of the following control measures best addresses the specific hazard of working at height as described in the safety flash?
Which of the following control measures best addresses the specific hazard of working at height as described in the safety flash?
Flashcards
Toolbox Talk
Toolbox Talk
A discussion before starting work to identify potential hazards and how to mitigate them.
Avoid Complacency
Avoid Complacency
Always adhere to established safety procedures, regardless of familiarity with the task.
Work with a Buddy
Work with a Buddy
Working with a buddy helps ensure safety by having someone to assist and watch for hazards.
Barrier Elevated Areas
Barrier Elevated Areas
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Underestimating Risks
Underestimating Risks
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Study Notes
- An oiler suffered head injuries while working alone in the engine room.
Incident Details
- The oiler was positioning a heavy cylinder head for lifting with a chain block.
- A pipe was used to pivot the cylinder.
- The worker was standing in an elevated area with their back to a lower area.
- The pipe slipped, causing the worker to fall backwards and sustain head injuries.
Root Causes
- Underestimation of the task's complexity and potential for injury when performed alone.
- Overconfidence due to prior experience with similar tasks.
- Lack of barriers on the unprotected elevated area.
- Use of an inadequately sized pipe for leveraging the cylinder head.
- Failure to conduct an on-site toolbox talk to identify potential hazards.
Lessons and Actions
- Always adhere to safety protocols.
- Avoid working alone on tasks that require assistance.
- Barrier elevated areas to prevent falls.
- Reinforce the importance of toolbox talks for all tasks, routine or non-routine, to the crew.
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