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Mistake & recovery · #004

Walking on sheet metal without checking if it can support your weight

1st YearSafety

Before stepping on any sheet metal surface, check gauge, span, and support framing. When in doubt, use a walking board or find another route.

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Safer field move

Before stepping on any sheet metal surface, check gauge, span, and support framing. When in doubt, use a walking board or find another route.

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Can you verify this before I keep going? I’m looking at: Walking on sheet metal without checking if it can support your weight. What’s the approved correction for this job?

Do not

Do not hide, force, cover, or “make it work” if this affects safety, access, airflow, rated assemblies, supports, equipment, or inspection. Stop and verify the approved correction.

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