8
Section 1
Introduction to Plumbing
Chapter 1 Safety 17
Accident Statistics 17
Clothing 18
Lifting 19
Job Site Organization and Cleanliness 20
Ladders 21
Scaffolding 24
Fall Protection 28
Fall Protection and Scaffolds 29
Electrical Safety 30
Hand Tool Safety 31
Power Tool Safety 32
Fire Hazards and Fire Extinguishers 33
Excavating and Trenching 35
Hazardous Materials 35
Dangers of Working around Hazardous Products 39
Respirators 40
Sound Hazards 44
Heat Exposure 46
Working in Confined Spaces 46
Bloodborne Pathogens 48
Contents