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What was a common factor in both incidents involving alternative cutting devices?
What was a common factor in both incidents involving alternative cutting devices?
What is the recommended action if an alternative cutting device is found to be defective?
What is the recommended action if an alternative cutting device is found to be defective?
Which of the following is emphasized as a critical practice when using alternative cutting devices?
Which of the following is emphasized as a critical practice when using alternative cutting devices?
What personal protective equipment is recommended for use with alternative cutting devices?
What personal protective equipment is recommended for use with alternative cutting devices?
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What should be done during the Job Safety Analysis regarding alternative cutting devices?
What should be done during the Job Safety Analysis regarding alternative cutting devices?
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Study Notes
BSEE Safety Alert 487: Recurring Hand Injuries from Alternative Cutting Devices
- BSEE issued Safety Alert 487 regarding recurring hand injuries from alternative cutting devices.
- Incident 1: An offshore worker was using a damaged cutter with an exposed blade to remove zip ties in a cable tray. The exposed blade cut through the worker's glove, lacerating their hand between the thumb and index finger.
- Incident 2: Another offshore worker sustained a laceration on their hand between the thumb and index finger while cutting zip ties. The injury occurred when a cutting device rebounded due to a missing protective guard.
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Recommendations:
- All personnel should identify the appropriate alternative cutting device for each task.
- Inspect alternative cutting devices before use to confirm proper shielding and installation.
- Do not alter or modify alternative cutting devices.
- Use cut-resistant gloves for added protection.
- Discard any defective cutting devices.
- Critical to follow safe work practices when using any alternative cutting device.
- Misuse frequently leads to injury.
- Alternative cutting devices that have been damaged or altered should be discarded.
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