Hand and Finger Safety

Understanding Hand and Finger Safety

This module highlights the common causes of hand and finger injuries in the workplace, particularly in industrial and construction environments and provides practical strategies to prevent them. It covers hazards like pinch points, entrapment, sharp objects, powered and non-powered tools, and incorrect glove use. The module reinforces the importance of training, risk assessments, guarding, prestart inspections, and safe work practices to protect hand safety.

By the end of this module, you will be able to understand:

• Common causes of hand injuries at work
• Recommended controls for hand safety

Relevant Australian Legislation:

• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth)
• WHS Regulations 2011 (Cth) – Includes requirements around managing risks associated with machinery, tools, hazardous manual tasks, and PPE.
• Model Code of Practice: Managing Risks of Plant in the Workplace
• Model Code of Practice: Hazardous Manual Tasks

This module will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.