Workplace Safety: The Line Of Fire Training Course

Are you good at staying out of trouble at work?

Have you ever felt like a deer in the headlights, caught unexpectedly in a dangerous situation? Even if you escaped unharmed, would you know how to avoid the next risk?

If you have to operate a power tool or complete a new task, do you generally receive training or read the user manual, or do you just assume you know how to use it safely?

Have you ever been yelled at because you inadvertently crossed the path of a moving vehicle or walked through an unsafe area? Do you know what to look for to avoid similar situations?

Many workplaces are full of “line of fire” hazards, where you or part of your body is in harm’s way. And they can come from anywhere—in front or behind you, overhead or from equipment you’re working with.

Line of fire incidents are common causes of injury and death in construction and manufacturing, although they occur in many industries. You could end up being hit by a vehicle, crushed by a falling object, or mangled by a machine.

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has developed training materials and recommendations on the best ways to identify and avoid line of fire hazards. OSHA regulations are located in General Industry Regulations (29 CFR 1910) and Construction Regulations (29 CFR 1926)

In this course, you’ll improve your safety by gaining an awareness of what types of situations pose line of fire risks, when to get out of harm’s way, and the protective steps you and others should take to reduce line of fire incidents at your workplace. If our workplace has equipment or tools with moving parts, or there are ever circumstances where objects could fall or fly out, this training is for you!

This program is available with Spanish and French closed captions.