INDS 155 - Industrial Safety

1.5 Credit: (0 lecture, 2 open-lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours:

1. Define a built-in hazard.
2. Explain how different types of on-the-job injuries are caused.
3. Describe methods of preventing accidents from causing injuries.
4. Explain types of off-the-job injuries.
5. Explain the precautions to take before entering an enclosed space, tunnel, or manhole.
6. Explain how to work safely in a high-traffic area.
7. Demonstrate proper lifting/carrying techniques.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate the safe use of tools.

1. Describe signs of a defective hand tool.
2. Demonstrate the safe use of hand tools.
3. Demonstrate safe use of sharp tools.
4. Demonstrate safe use of a hand-truck.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate the safe use of machines.

1. Demonstrate the safe use of a gasoline engine.
2. Demonstrate the safe use of a ladder.
3. Demonstrate lock-out/tag-out.
4. Explain various types of hazardous machine motions.
5. Identify the various pinch points in a machine.
6. Explain the function of various mechanical safeguards on a machine.
7. Demonstrate repair of a damaged wire.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate the use of personal protective gear.

1. Demonstrate use of protective clothing.
2. Demonstrate the use of respiratory equipment.

Goal 5:  Demonstrate techniques for dealing with fire.

1. Compare firefighting agents.
2. Demonstrate the use of various types of fire extinguishers.

Goal 6:  Examine laws related to workplace safety.

1. Demonstrate the use of MSDS sheets.
2. Explain how to store a chemical safely.
3. Examine OSHA.
4. Examine MIOSHA.