Dump Truck Safety For Operators And Pedestrians

Dump trucks are heavy and powerful vehicles found on most construction sites, mining operations, and other industries where hauling heavy loads is required. While useful, dump trucks pose many risks to operators, nearby workers, and even pedestrians. Because of these hazards, all workers and drivers must prioritize safety whenever dump truck operations are occurring. The training course provides general safety tips, as well as an overview of dump truck hazards your team must be aware of.

This online training covers the following dump truck hazards: run-over and back-over incidents, property damage, contact with overhead electrical lines, falls, and tip-over incidents. Learners will also receive general safety tips for pre-use inspection and safe driving practices.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, dump trucks cause one quarter of all run-over and back-over deaths in the construction industry. This online training course offers an overview of dump truck hazards and operator safety tips to ensure your team makes safety the top priority.

   This course is in the Video On Demand format, to read about Video On Demand features click here.

Anyone who works with or around dump trucks

• Introduction
• Run-Over And Back-Over Incidents
• Property Damage
• Contact With Overhead Electrical Lines
• Falls
• Tip-Over Incidents
• Pre-Use Inspection
• Safe Driving Practices
• Conclusion

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