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HAND SAFETY GUIDE
Operational Excellence
“One Team, One Goal,
Incident Free Operations (IFO)”
Chevron values the safety of
all workers and the
protection of the
environment. Chevron is
committed to Incident Free
Operations (IFO), but this can
only be achieved by working
as a team with our
contractors.
Chevron’s Operational
Excellence Tenets of
Operation
We Believe:
• All incidents are preventable.
Two Key Principles:

• Do it safely or not at all.
• There is always time to do it
right.
We will ALWAYS:
1. Operate within design and
environmental limits.
2. Operate in a safe and
controlled condition.
3. Ensure safety devices are in
place and functioning
correctly.
4. Follow safe work practices
and procedures.
5. Meet or exceed customer’s
requirements.
6. Maintain integrity of
dedicated systems.
7. Comply with all applicable
rules and regulations.
8. Address abnormal conditions.
9. Follow written procedures for
high-risk or unusual
situations.
10. Involve the right people in
decisions that affect
procedures and equipment.
Chevron’s Stop Work
Authority
Stop Work Authority (SWA) is the
responsibility and authority of any
individual to stop work when an
unsafe condition or act could
result in an undesirable event. By
not exercising SWA, when needed,
your behaviors are sending the
message that the practice is
acceptable.
The SWA process involves

four steps;
S top,
T ake immediate measures to
notify,
O ffer correction, get help if

needed, and
P repare to resume.
Stop Work Authority
It is your Responsibility
You have the Authority
Zero is Attainable
Your ideas and concerns are important.

We always comply with the Tenets of
Operational Excellence. As an
employee or contractor for Chevron,
you are responsible and authorized to
stop any work that does not comply
with these tenets, and there will be no
repercussions to you. That is our
commitment to you.
Joint Health Environment
Safety Improvement Team
Joint Health Environment
Safety Improvement Team
INDEX
1.0 OBJECTIVE 12
2.0 HAND INJURY FACTS

2.1 Hand Injury Facts 13
2.2 Causations 13
3.0 DWEP WORK RULES &

RESTRICTIONS
3.1 Job Safety Analysis (JSA) 15
4.0 PRE-JOB RISK ASSESSMENT

4.1 Discussions in Pre-Job Risk
Assessment & Toolbox Talks 17
4.2 Hazard Identification Tool 19
5.0 GLOVE SELECTION

5.1 Glove Selection 23
5.2 Physical Hazards and Glove
Material to Consider 24
5.3 Examples of Glove Types and
Protection Offered 25
6.0 HAND TOOLS

6.1 Tips for Safe Use of Hand Tools 27
6.2 Screwdriver 29
6.3 Pliers 30
6.4 Hammer 31
6.5 Wrench 33
6.6 Chisel/Punch 34
6.7 Knives 35
6.8 Other Sharp Objects 36
7.0 HAND TOOL ANALYSIS

CHECKLIST 37
8.0 FIXED OPEN BLADE KNIVES

(FOBK)
8.1 Fixed Open Blade Knives (FOBK) 40
8.2 Chevron DWEP Knife Policy 41
8.3 Safer Alternative Tools 42
8.4 Use of Alternative Tools 44
9.0 OTHER HAND HAZARDS

9.1 Pinches/Crush 46
9.2 Chemical Burns 48
9.3 Thermal Burns 50
9.4 High Pressure 50
9.5 Jewelry and Loose Clothing 52
9.6 Repetitive Stress 52
10.0 TIPS FOR HAND TOOLS

10.1 Tips for Hand Tool Selection 54
11.0 CONCLUSION
11.1 Main Factors 58
12.0 HANDY TIPS AND

OBSERVATION NOTES 59
13.0 HANDY REFERENCES 68

Note: The mention of any product or company in
this handbook does not constitute an
endorsement.
1.0 OBJECTIVE
The objective of this booklet is to provide

guidance and direction with regard to:
• understanding potential
workplace hand related
hazards,
• understanding the
various levels of
protection that are
available for hand
protection,
• supplying, selecting and
applying the right level
of hand protection.
The contents of this booklet apply to all

Chevron personnel, contractors, and
subcontractors working on Chevron sites.
Hand Safety Guide 12

2.0 HAND INJURY FACTS
2.1 U.S. Hand Injury Facts

Each year, more than 1,000,000 U.S.
workers receive treatment in emergency
departments for acute hand injuries. In
fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
estimates that approximately 110,000
workers with hand and finger injuries lose
days away from work annually - second
only to back strain and sprain.
2.2 Causations Found In Industry

• Equipment, tools, or pieces of work
did not perform as expected.
• Workers used a different work

method or performed an unusual
task other than the agreed task.

• Workers were distracted and
rushed.
• Poor pre-job risk assessment and

job planning.
• Personnel placed hands on the

load/equipment when not
necessary.
• Machine guarding was less than

adequate.
• According to a recent Occupational

Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) study, 70.9% of arm and
hand injuries could have been
prevented with Personal Protection
Equipment (PPE), specifically
safety gloves.

3.0 DWEP WORK RULES &
RESTRICTIONS
3.1 Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) will be
prepared to identify specific hazards
and mitigate associated risks that could
be encountered for the job/task being
performed, including hazards to the
hands.
Five key requirements:

1. Always use Cut Resistant
gloves when handling sharp
object,
2. Always use high visibility

gloves when necessary,
3. Never place your hands in

pinch areas. Stop moving parts
before placing hands on them,
4. Personnel are not allowed to

carry pocket knives. (Chevron
Contractor Handbook 2008),

5. Always use the correct tool for
the job.

4.0 PRE-JOB RISK ASSESSMENT
A Pre-Job Risk Assessment such as a

JSA should be completed prior to
beginning any job/task with the following
goals in mind:
• Modifying personnel behavior to

identify hand hazards before
starting a job/task during a pre-job
risk assessment such as a JSA,
Hazard Hunt and toolbox talks.
• Include discussions on
incorporating hand safety into day-
to-day activities.
• Ensure all personnel are involved in

the discussion, understand the
associated hazards, and implement
the mitigations.
4.1 Discussions in Pre-Job Risk

Assessment and Toolbox Talks
These discussions and talks are to
include the following key areas:

• If and when to use High Visibility
gloves.
• Selecting appropriate glove type

for the job/task.
¾Gloves should be
inspected regularly by the
wearer for holes, cuts and
other deficiencies. Report
any defects found before
wearing.
• Acknowledging hand safety signs

or stickers placed on equipment
or consider adding signs to
equipment when necessary, such
as:
• Work Commentary – This means

to communicate to each other
what is going on and what you
and your co-worker(s) will be
doing during each step of the
job/task.

• Stop and Lock – Stop moving parts
before placing hands on them, lock
and tag the energy source, test the
energy source to make sure it is
controlled and make sure hands are
away from potentially moving parts
before adding energy.
• Instead of general statement

specifically define what is
minimum Personal Protection
Equipment (PPE) for the job (e.g.,
glove type such as cotton, leather,
vinyl coated, etc.). Update the Pre-
Job Risk Assessment such as a JSA
when changes are made.
4.2 Hazard Identification Tool

The hazard identification tool is a visual
aid that provides a systematic approach
to identify hazards associated with ten
energy sources. The tool should be used
in conjunction with existing hazard
methodologies such as JSA, JHA, TIF,
Think Plan, etc.

A hazard is defined as a condition or
action that has the potential for an
unplanned release of, or unwanted
contact with, an energy source that may
result in harm or injury to people,
property, or the environment.
The ten energy sources are as follows

with a definition:
1. Gravity – falling object, collapsing
roof, and a body tripping or falling
2. Motion – vehicle, vessel, or
equipment movement; flowing
water; wind; and body positioning
when lifting, straining, or bending
3. Mechanical – rotating equipment,
compressed springs, drive belts,
conveyors, and motors
4. Electrical – power lines,
transformers, static charges,
lightning, energized equipment,
wiring, and batteries
5. Pressure – pressure piping,
compressed cylinders, control
lines, vessels, tanks, hoses, and

pneumatic and hydraulic
equipment
6. Temperature – open flame;
ignition sources; hot or cold
surfaces, liquids, or gases; steam;
friction; and general
environmental and weather
conditions
7. Chemical – flammable vapors,
reactive hazards, carcinogens or
other toxic compounds,
corrosives, pyrophorics,
combustibles, oxygen-deficient
atmospheres, welding fumes, and
dusts
8. Biological – animals, bacteria,
viruses, insects, blood-borne
pathogens, improperly handled
food, and contaminated water
9. Radiation – lighting issues,
welding arcs, solar rays,
microwaves, lasers, X-rays, and
NORM scale
10. Sound – equipment noise, impact
noise, vibration, high-pressure

release, and the impact of noise
to communication.
Once a hazard is identified the Hierarchy

of Controls should be applied to mitigate
the hazard. These controls should be
used in the following order:
1. Remove the energy source
2. Prevent the release of energy
3. Protect from the release
4. Use Stop Work Authority

5.0 GLOVE SELECTION
5.1 Glove Selection

It is important to correctly identify the
glove material is needed for a specific
job/task. Some options include:
• Leather gloves
• Aluminized gloves
• Aramid fiber gloves
• Synthetic gloves
• Fabric gloves
• Coated fabric gloves
• Chemical and Liquid-Resistant

gloves
• Electrical gloves
• Hi-Viz Reflective work glove
• Full Hand Stainless Steel Reversible

Mesh
• Rubber – Coated Kevlar
• Rubber Insulating Gloves

5.2 Physical Hazards and Glove
Material to Consider
POSSIBLE TYPE OF
DUTY/HAZARD GLOVE MATERIAL
Cotton, Leather, Rubber
Light Duty
Coated or Kevlar separately
Abrasions/loss of
or in combination with nylon
grip/adsorption
/ nitrile / Teflon®
Medium Duty Leather or Kevlar separately
Laceration/ or in combination with nylon
adsorption / nitrile / Teflon®
Kevlar (exposure to sharp or

jagged metal, glass, box
Heavy Duty
cutters, etc), stainless core
Laceration/
(stainless steel woven into
puncture
material), HexArmorTM (see
New Products Section below)
High Temperature Kevlar / Nomex / Fiberglass
Low Temperature Insulating Gloves
Puncture Aramid, HexArmorTM
latex, nitrile, butyl rubber,
Chemical PVC, neoprene, Viton and
Silver Shield

5.3 Examples of Glove Types and
Protection Offered
Some examples of the glove type and the
protection offered by each are:
• Heavy equipment operation and

heavy package handling requires a
suitable glove selection. This should
be discussed at the risk assessment
and if the work changes reassess
the glove selection.
• String Knit Gloves with Kevlar

and Plastic Dots
This glove material is resistant to

cuts, slashes, heat and abrasions.
It allows dexterity and can be

washed according to
manufacturer recommendations.
• Rubber Coated Kevlar
This glove material is puncture

resistant, allows good ventilation
and dexterity. This glove
material is good for glass
handling or the potential to
encounter glass.
• Kevlar, Spectra and Stainless

Steel Construction
A polyurethane coating provides

a slip resistant grip. This type of
glove is cut resistant and
provides a good grip for moving
material.

6.0 HAND TOOLS
6.1 Tips for Safe Use of Hand Tools

Tips for the safe use of hand tools
include:
• Never use home made tools or
tools that have been altered.
• Select the right size tool for the

job.
• Avoid using “cheater bars.”
• Always inspect tools before use

and replace or repair as required.
• Throw away tools that are broken

or found to be defective. Mark
them as “Out of Service.”
• If a tool can be repaired still mark

the tool “Out of Service” until
repairs can be made.
• Avoid pulling old tools from the

waste stream.

• Always keep the cutting edges
sharp. Never test a cutting edge
with a hand or other body part.
• Always carry your tools correctly

and never put sharp or pointed
tools in your pocket.
• When carrying hand tools, always

point the cutting edge to the
ground.
• Always keep your tools in a dry

place to prevent rust.
• When working on an elevated

surface (ladder, truck, scaffold),
ensure your tools are secure.
Falling tools can cause serious
injury.

6.2 Screwdriver
• Most screwdrivers are not
designed to be used on
electrical equipment. Use an
insulated screwdriver for
electrical work.
• Do not hold an object in the

palm of one hand and press a
screw-driver into it; place the
object on a bench or table.
• Never hammer with a screw-

driver.
• Never use a screwdriver with a

broken handle, bent or burred
blade, etc.
• Never Use a screwdriver as a

prying tool.

6.3 Pliers
• Do not use pliers as a substitute
for hammers, wrenches, pry bars,
etc.
• Use insulated pliers when doing

electrical work.
• Inspect the pliers frequently to

make certain that they are free
of breaks or cracks.
• Use the right type of pliers for

the specific task – adjustable,
locking, standard, bolt size fit,
pipe wrench.

6.4 Hammer
• Use the correct hammer for the
specific type of striking work
(task) to be done (style, size, and
material (such as brass to avoid
sparks)).
• Always wear safety glasses when

using a hammer to strike an
object.
• Always use the claw portion of a

hammer to remove nails and not
as a pick or awl.
• Have an unobstructed view and

swing when using a hammer.
• Use a good grip on the hammer.
• When starting a nail, use pliers or

another device instead of a hand
to hold the nail.
• Check for defects on the handle

and head before using. If the
hammer head shows signs of
mushrooming, replace it
immediately.

• Handles may be wood,
tubular/solid steel or fiberglass.
Replace or repair any hammer
with a loose handle before the
head flies off and causes injury to
you or someone else.
• Replacement handles must be

designed for the type of hammer.

6.5 Wrench
• Select the correct size of wrench
for the job.
• Never use any type of wrench

extension (i.e. another wrench,
pipe, etc).
• Too much leverage can ruin a

tool and cause injury.
• Never apply mechanical force to

a hand held wrench (i.e. come-
along, etc.).
• Avoid adjustable wrenches where

ever possible.
• To avoid sudden slips, stand in a

balanced position and always pull
on the wrench instead of pushing
against the fixed jaw, particularly
when a pinch point is created.
Wear gloves with adequate grip.
• Whenever possible use a box end

wrench instead of an open end
wrench to avoid slipping.

6.6 Chisels/Punches
• Always wear safety goggles or a
face shield when using a chisel.
• Drive chisels out-ward and away

from your body.
• Do not use chisels as a pry bar.
• Keep chisel heads in good

condition/ avoid mushroom
heads.
• Keep edges sharp, and protected

when not in use.
• Use the proper hammer when

using a chisel (rubber, wood, etc.
as appropriate).

6.7 Knives
• Never use any Fixed Open Blade
Knives (FOBK) when an
alternative cutting tool is
suitable for the job and is
available.
• Folding knives should never be

used.
• Always perform JSA to define

the proper cutting tool for the
task.
• When possible place the item to

be cut on a solid surface, attempt
to hold the cut item without your
hand and cut in a direction away
from the body and hand.
• Always keep hands and body

clear of the knife stroke.
• Always keep the cutting tool

blades sharp.
• Make sure there is plenty of

space where you are cutting so

that a cutting stroke does not
come close to a co-worker.
6.8 Other Sharp Objects

• Drill or Mill Shavings – Never
attempt to remove sharp
shavings with the bare hand.
Always use a tool or wear the
appropriate cut resistant gloves.
• Sharp Edges – Never handle

sharp edges. Always use a tool
or wear appropriate cut resistant
gloves and protect your wrists.
• Debris – Debris can hide sharp

surfaces and objects. Always
wear cut/puncture resistant
gloves when hand clearing debris.
• Broken Glass - Never attempt to

clean up broken glass with the
hands; always use a broom and
dustpan, tongs, or other
appropriate tools.

7.0 HAND TOOL ANALYSIS CHECKLIST
QUESTION YES NO
1. Are tools selected to

limit or minimize:
a. exposure to excessive
vibration?
b. use of excessive
force?
c. bending or twisting
the wrist?
d. finger pinch grip?
e. problems associated
with trigger finger?
2. Are tools powered where

necessary and feasible?
3. Are tools evenly

balanced?
4. Are heavy tools

suspended or counter
balanced in ways to
facilitate use?
"No" responses indicate potential problem areas
which should receive further investigation.

HAND TOOL ANALYSIS CHECKLIST
QUESTION YES NO
5. Does the tool allow

adequate visibility of the
work?
6. Does the tool grip/handle
prevent slipping during
use?
7. Are tools equipped with
handles of textured,
nonconductive material?
8. Are different handle sizes
available to fit a wide
range of hand sizes?
9. Is the tool handle
designated not to dig into
the palm of the hand?
10. Can the tool be used

safely with gloves?

properly by either hand?


QUESTION YES NO
12. Is there a preventive

maintenance program to
keep tools operating as
designed?
13. Have employees been

trained:
a. in the proper use of

tools?
b. when and how to

report problems with
tools?
c. in proper tool
maintenance?
d. in proper tool
storage?


QUESTION YES NO

limit or minimize:
vibration?
b. use of excessive
force?
the wrist?

3. Are tools evenly

balanced?
4. Are heavy tools

balanced in ways to
facilitate use?
QUESTION YES NO

work?
use?

safely with gloves?


QUESTION YES NO

designed?

trained:

tools?
b. when and how to

tools?
c. in proper tool
maintenance?
d. in proper tool
storage?

QUESTION YES NO

limit or minimize:
vibration?
b. use of excessive
force?
the wrist?

3. Are tools evenly

balanced?
4. Are heavy tools

balanced in ways to
facilitate use?
QUESTION YES NO

work?
use?

safely with gloves?


QUESTION YES NO

designed?

trained:

tools?
b. when and how to

tools?
c. in proper tool
maintenance?
d. in proper tool
storage?

QUESTION YES NO

limit or minimize:
vibration?
b. use of excessive
force?
the wrist?

3. Are tools evenly

balanced?
4. Are heavy tools

balanced in ways to
facilitate use?
QUESTION YES NO

work?
use?

safely with gloves?


QUESTION YES NO

designed?

trained:

tools?
b. when and how to

tools?
c. in proper tool
maintenance?
d. in proper tool
storage?

8.0 FIXED OPEN BLADE KNIVES
(FOBK)
8.1 Fixed Open Blade Knives (FOBK)

FOBKs are tools that have an exposed,
prominent, sharp-edged blade that is
fixed or can be opened or locked into a
fixed position.
• Examples of FOBKs include

pocket knives, multi-tools,
hunting knives, and standard
utility knives.
“Complacency factor” - Knives are

dangerous tools. However, they are so
common place that their hazards are
often underestimated or ignored.
The improper use of FOBKs is a common

factor in hand injuries (lacerations)
reported within our industry.

8.2 Chevron DWEP Knife Policy
(Referenced from the Contractor Safety
Handbook)
The contractor company must provide
alternative cutting devices for their
personnel to use.
Contractor personnel are not allowed to

carry pocket knives or multi-use tools
(e.g. Leatherman & Gerber Multi-Plier
etc.) with them at offshore locations.
If a knife is the appropriate tool for the

job contractors are required to provide
their own fixed or locking blade knives
and maintain them for their use.
If a fixed or locking blade knife is

determined to be the appropriate tool for
the task, a JSA must be completed
before its use. Personnel must wear the
appropriate PPE (cut resistant gloves like
Kevlar or leather gloves) during its use.

8.3 Safer Alternative Tools
Most of the tasks we perform using
FOBKs can be performed equally well, if
not better, using safety knives or
alternative cutting tools (shears, tube
cutters, or specialty cutting tools).
Possible tasks performed on sites using

FOBKs include:
• Cutting twine, tubing, plastic/

rubber sheeting
• Cutting open packages (boxes,

bags)
• Cutting PVC piping
• Cutting plastic wraps
There are safer alternatives readily

available on the market that can
effectively accomplish these tasks while
providing additional protection to site
workers.

Types of safety knives or alternative
cutting tools:
• Self-retracting utility knives
• Guarded utility knives
• Shears, snips, scissors – those

without pointed ends are
preferred
• Concealed blade cutters
• Pipe cutters
• Specialty cutters
• Ratcheting Tools
• This tool allows easier,
incremental squeezing or
twisting effort to operate the
tool, easing the strain on
hands and wrists.

8.4 Use of Alternative Tools
Alternative cutting tools also have risks
associated with them. Each tool has a
sharp cutting blade (although it is usually
protected or self-retracting). Thus, prior
to initially using these tools, a training
session must be completed. Employees
using these tools must be trained how to
use them safely.
• self retracting or guarded knives

typically have a lever which must
be engaged to expose the cutting
blade
• shears and scissors are guarded

only by the limit of the jaws
opening
• Wear the proper hand and eye PPE

when using these tools.
• The use of safety knives or

specialty cutting tools may mean
that one tool will no longer
accomplish all cutting tasks on-site.
A tool/rigger/scaffolders belt or
other tool carrying device may help

workers transport and access these
tools efficiently.
• Unlike FOBKs, manufacturers’

instructions must be to sharpen
tools; in some cases this may not
be possible. If instructed, you must
discard when dull or if the blade has
been bent or burred. Mark the tool
as “Out of Service.”

9.0 OTHER HAND HAZARDS
9.1 Pinch or Crush Points

Pinch or Crush Points are found between
a moving object and stationary object, or
between two continuously moving
objects.
A JSA must be performed prior to

starting work to identify pinch points and
the steps to be taken to avoid them.
Unlike most hand hazards, gloves cannot

protect against these pinch/crush points.
There are no steel-fingered gloves for
work, like steel-toed shoes.
Things to Beware of: Evaluating Pinch

Points
Hand Placement - Never place your

hand/fingers or any other part of your
body in pinch points. Always use push
sticks, guards, shields, and other devices
as appropriate to avoid putting your

fingers in pinch points. Always turn off
the machine and lockout as required.
Equipment or loads that swing – Don’t

try to stop the swing unless you have the
proper tool to do so. Never use your
hands.
Doorways – consider hand placement

when going through doors, never handle
objects by the sides that will potentially
hit the door or contact the jamb.
Automated Equipment - Be alert when

working around automated equipment,
including remote or motor operated
valves. Relays, delay timers, and remote
controllers can cause equipment to open,
close or "start up" without warning.
Never put you hands in the hazard area.
Lockout as needed.
Wear gloves while moving heavy

objects to ensure a firm, non-slip grip,
and be aware that losing control of
something heavy can cause injury to

hands. Don’t try to catch it – let it drop
and be aware of foot placement.
Equipment is replaceable, your hands and
feet are not.
9.2 Chemical Burns

A chemical burn occurs when living tissue
is exposed to a corrosive substance such
as a strong acid or strong base. When
working with chemicals take the following
into account:
• Almost every type of solvent can be
absorbed into the skin to some
degree. Usually, this leads to
defatting of the skin, causing
dryness.
• Some chemicals, when absorbed

into the skin, can cause temporary
or permanent damage to the
internal organs.
• The MSDS must be reviewed to

determine the best PPE to prevent
short and long-term effects from
hazardous materials before
beginning the job.

• Remember PPE is a last resort.
Consider additional means of
hazard control. i.e. elimination,
substitution, etc.
Chemical Resistance
For information on chemical resistant
gloves, refer to the Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) and further
information found in websites such as
ChemRest at:
http://www.chemrest.com/
• The MSDS will give information
for the chemical being used.
• Glove materials include latex,

nitrile, butyl rubber, PVC,
neoprene, Viton and Silver Shield.
• Barrier Cream may be

appropriate in addition to gloves.
Remember hands must be clean
before application.

9.3 Thermal Burns
Hot Spots - Certain types of machinery,
like air compressors, have built-in
heaters or generate heat. Hot areas on
these machines can cause serious burns.
Leather gloves can protect your hands
from hot spots.
Frostbite – Work in cold, windy areas can

lead to frostbite in a matter of minutes.
Specialty gloves are available.
9.4 High Pressure

Pressure Port (Weep Hole) –Some hoses
or equipment have pressure ports (weep
holes) close to the disconnect point.
When disconnecting equipment that
carries a substance under pressure be
sure to utilize a relief valve before
attempting the disconnect.
Be aware of hand placement in the line of

fire. The pressure released from these
points can cause serious damage to the
skin of the hand as well as the muscles

and ligaments. There is also a high
potential for infection.
Wash/Air Guns – These are used to move

a substance under high pressure.
Wash/air guns can result in injection
injuries.
• Never block an opening with any
body part.
• Never point the wash/air gun at
another person.
• Never use the wash/air gun to
remove dust or debris from your
person.

9.5 Jewelry and Loose Clothing
Jewelry and sleeves can easily get
caught in moving machinery.
Rings, necklaces, and other loose jewelry

are prohibited when working in areas
where they could catch on moving
objects or sharp protrusions or come in
contact with electrical circuits.
9.6 Repetitive Stress

Repetitive Stress develops when doing
the same motion hundreds of times each
day, never giving your body a chance to
rest and recover from the stress and
strain. The following can lead to
developing a repetitive stress injury and
should be avoided or minimized.
• Awkward or stressful posture:

repeated overhead motions;
reaching down and behind your
body; extreme bending of the elbow
and extreme rotation of the lower
arm; lifting, twisting, or bending
your back or other parts of your

body; holding a fixed position for
long time
• Forceful movements: using a lot of

effort or strength to do the job,
even in small movements like
pinching your fingers or bending
your wrist.
• Frequent and difficult lifting: in a

badly-designed job, even 25-pound
loads can cause injuries.
• Poorly-designed tools: too much

vibration; handles that require
strong grips or bent wrists or arms;
sharp edges

10.0 TIPS FOR HAND TOOLS
10.1 Tips for Hand Tool Selection

The following tips for hand tool selection
were recommended by the Center for
Disease Control (CDC))
1. For single-handle tools used for

power tasks select a tool that feels
comfortable with a handle diameter
in the range of 1 1/4 inches to 2
inches. You can increase the
diameter by adding a sleeve to the
handle.
2. For double-handle tools (such as

pliers) used for power tasks: Select
a tool with a grip span that is at
least 2 inches when fully closed
and no more than 3 1/2 inches
when fully open. When continuous
force is required, consider using a
clamp, a grip, or locking pliers.
3. For double-handled pinching,

gripping, or cutting tools: Select a
tool with handles that are spring

loaded to return the handles to the
open position.
4. Select a tool without sharp edges

or finger grooves on the handle.
(Why? Not all hands are the same
size – preset finger grooves can
add to the stress on the hand when
the tool is being used.)
5. Select a tool that is coated with

soft material. Adding a sleeve to
the tool handle pads the surface
but also increases the diameter or
the grip span of the handle.
6. Select a tool with an angle that

allows you to work with a straight
wrist.
• Tools with bent handles should
be selected when the force is
applied horizontally (in the
same direction as a straight
forearm and wrist).
• Tools with straight handles

should be selected when the
force is applied vertically.

7. Select a tool that can be used with
your dominant hand or with either
hand.
8. Cordless power tools have a high

degree of ergonomic benefits
9. For tasks requiring high force:

Select a tool with a handle length
longer than the widest part of your
hand – usually 4 inches to 6 inches.
Prevent contact pressure by
making sure the end of the handle
does not press on the nerves and
blood vessels in the palm of your
hand. If the handle is too short,
the end will press against the palm
of your hand and may cause an
injury.

10. Select a tool that has a non-slip
surface for a better grip. Adding a
sleeve to the tool improves the
surface texture of the handle. To
prevent tool slippage within the
sleeve, make sure that the sleeve fits
snugly during use. Remember: A
sleeve always increases the diameter
or the grip span of the handle.

11.0 CONCLUSION
11.1 Main Factors

Proper hand protection is the result of
five main factors:
• Communication of the hand

associated hazards identified in a
specific task,
• Implement effective hazard control

measures and verify that the
associated risk has been mitigated,
• Provide and use PPE properly, as

identified in safety policies and
procedures such as Material Safety
Data Sheets, and the JSA,
• The selection and use of the proper

tools and equipment to complete
the task,
• Utilize Behavior Based Safety

(BBS) to recognize, correct, or
reinforce of the proper behaviors.

12.0 HANDY TIPS
Keep alcohol-based hand sanitizers

handy at your desk, in your car or bag as
a quick preventative measure against the
germs you can pick up touching elevator
buttons, computer keyboards, escalator
rails or door handles.
If you need to remove a broken

windowpane, wear sharp resistant
gloves, criss-cross tape on both sides of
the glass and tap the inside edges with a
hammer until the pane breaks free.
Are you trying to slice something small

like an olive? Hold the olive firmly with a
fork and then slice between the tines.
Concentrate on the job "at hand" – stay

away from distractions.
Remember that your safety awareness

needs to be in "high gear" until the job is
complete – this may include cleanup of

tools or work area, and proper disposal of
any waste materials.
If you are using the right tool the wrong

way, injury can occur. Always read the
directions before using any power tool.
Washing your hands is the number one

way to stop germs from spreading and
to prevent yourself from getting sick.
Wash your hands for 15 seconds with
soap and warm water and don't forget to
scrub around and under your finger nails.
If you work around a lot of sharp edges,

you need to wear the proper PPE. Any
exposed skin that is close to the sharp
edges needs to be covered up. This
means in some cases wearing long gloves
that cover both and hands and wrists.
Individuals tend to be one side dominate

and develop a minimal awareness of our
non-dominate hand when performing
tasks. When something goes wrong we
also tend to react with our dominate

hand. Utilize training and your JSA to
recognize these tendencies and work to
modify that behavior.

HAND SAFETY OBSERVATIONS






HANDY CONVERSION CHART
Original
Unit Measurement
1 meter = 3.28 feet
1foot = 0.30 meters
1kilometer = 1,000 meters
1 mile = 5,280 feet
1 yard = 3 feet
1 league
[nautical] = 3.45 miles
1 league
[nautical] = 1.15 league

HANDY SLING TIPS AND CHART
If you know the lifting angle of the sling being used,
you can apply the Capacity Reduction Factor A or
the Load Multiplier B in the Sling Angle chart. If you
don't know the angle:
• Attach the sling(s)
• Apply lift until the slings are taut and the
load is ALMOST ready to leave the ground
(BUT DO NOT LIFT THE LOAD OFF THE
GROUND!!)
• Measure the length of the sling between the
lift point and the load
• Measure the height between the lift point
and the load (see Fig. 1 below)
(A) (B)
Angle from Capacity Load
Horizontal Reduction Factor Multiplier
90° 1 1
85° 0.996 1.005
80° 0.985 1.016
75° 0.966 1.036
70° 0.94 1.064
65° 0.906 1.104
60° 0.866 1.155
55° 0.819 1.222
50° 0.766 1.306
45° 0.707 1.415
40° 0.643 1.556
35° 0.574 1.743
30° 0.5 2

HANDY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (HMIS)

HIMS Health Hazard Rating Chart

*Chronic Hazard Chronic (long term) health
effects may result
repeated overexposure.
0 = Minimal No significant risk to
Hazard health.
1 = Slight Irritation or minor
Hazard reversible injury possible.
2 = Moderate Temporary or minor injury
Hazard may occur.
3 = Serious Major injury likely unless
Hazard prompt action is taken
and medical treatment is
given.
4 = Severe Life-threatening, major or
Hazard permanent damage may
result from single or
repeated overexposure.
HIMS Flammability Hazard Rating

Chart
0 = Minimal Materials that will not
Hazard burn.
1 = Slight Materials that must be
Hazard preheated before ignition
will occur. Includes liquids,
solids and semi solids
having a flash point above
200° F. (Class IIIB)
2 = Moderate Materials which must be
Hazard moderately heated or

HIMS Flammability Hazard Rating

Chart cont.
exposed to high ambient
temperatures before
ignition will occur.
Includes liquids having a
flash point at or above
100° F but below 200° F.
(Class II & IIIA)
3 = Serious Materials capable of
Hazard ignition under almost all
normal temperature
conditions. Includes
flammable liquids with
flash points below 73 F
and 100° F. (Class IB & IC)
4 = Severe Flammable gases or very
Hazard volatile flammable liquids
with flash points below
73° F, and boiling points
below 100° F. Materials
may ignite spontaneously
with air. (Class IA)

HIMS Physical Hazard Rating Chart

0 = Minimal Materials that are
Hazard normally stable, under fire
conditions and will not
react to water,
polymerize, decompose,
condense or self react.
1 = Slight Materials that are
Hazard normally stable but can
become unstable at high
temperature and
pressures. Materials may
react with non-violently
with water or undergo
hazardous polymerization
in the absence of
inhibitors.
2 = Moderate Materials that are
Hazard unstable and may undergo
violent chemical change
at normal temperature
and pressure with low risk
for explosion. Materials
may react violently with
water or form peroxides
upon exposure to air.
3 = Serious Materials that may form
Hazard explosive mixtures with
water are capable of
reaction in the presence
of strong initiating source
or undergo chemical
change at normal

HIMS Physical Hazard Rating Chart

cont.
temperature and pressure
with moderate risk of
explosion.
4 = Severe Materials that are readily
Hazard capable of water reaction,
detonation or explosive
decomposition at normal
temperatures and
pressures.


HANDY HEAT INDEX

HANDY WIND CHILL INDEX

2009 HANDY CALENDAR
January February March
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
April May June
1 2 3 4 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
26 27 28 29 30 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30
31
July August September
1 2 3 4 1 1 2 3 4 5
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30
30 31
October November December
1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 27 28 29 30 31

2010 HANDY CALENDAR
1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 28 29 30 31
April May June
1 2 3 1 1 2 3 4 5
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30
30 31
1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30
1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 31

2011 HANDY CALENDAR
1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 27 28 29 30 31
April May June
1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30
1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30
31
1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

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Deepwater Exploration and Projects

HAND SAFETY GUIDE

Two Key Principles:

The SWA process involves

O ffer correction, get help if

Your ideas and concerns are important.

2.0 HAND INJURY FACTS

3.0 DWEP WORK RULES &

4.0 PRE-JOB RISK ASSESSMENT

5.0 GLOVE SELECTION

6.0 HAND TOOLS

7.0 HAND TOOL ANALYSIS

8.0 FIXED OPEN BLADE KNIVES

9.0 OTHER HAND HAZARDS

10.0 TIPS FOR HAND TOOLS

12.0 HANDY TIPS AND

13.0 HANDY REFERENCES 68

The objective of this booklet is to provide

The contents of this booklet apply to all

Hand Safety Guide 12

2.1 U.S. Hand Injury Facts

2.2 Causations Found In Industry

• Workers used a different work

Hand Safety Guide 13

• Poor pre-job risk assessment and

• Personnel placed hands on the

• Machine guarding was less than

• According to a recent Occupational

Hand Safety Guide 14

3.1 Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

Five key requirements:

2. Always use high visibility

3. Never place your hands in

4. Personnel are not allowed to

Hand Safety Guide 15

Hand Safety Guide 16

A Pre-Job Risk Assessment such as a

• Modifying personnel behavior to

• Ensure all personnel are involved in

4.1 Discussions in Pre-Job Risk

Hand Safety Guide 17

• Selecting appropriate glove type

• Acknowledging hand safety signs

• Work Commentary – This means

Hand Safety Guide 18

• Instead of general statement

4.2 Hazard Identification Tool

Hand Safety Guide 19

The ten energy sources are as follows

Hand Safety Guide 20

Hand Safety Guide 21

Once a hazard is identified the Hierarchy

Hand Safety Guide 22

5.1 Glove Selection

• Aramid fiber gloves

• Coated fabric gloves

• Chemical and Liquid-Resistant

• Hi-Viz Reflective work glove

• Full Hand Stainless Steel Reversible

• Rubber – Coated Kevlar

• Rubber Insulating Gloves

Hand Safety Guide 23

Kevlar (exposure to sharp or