Missing to check floor openings before backing up with material

Before backing up with material, check for floor openings, holes, uneven deck, cords, hoses, and drop-offs.

Stop if

• Can you spot me while I back this material through the area?

Watch out

• Do not back up with duct while blind to the floor behind you.

Check

• Look behind before moving.
• Keep material low enough to see.
• Use a spotter if visibility is blocked.
• Avoid backing near openings.
• Report/uncover/guard hazards you find.

Steps

• Look behind before moving.
• Keep material low enough to see.
• Use a spotter if visibility is blocked.
• Avoid backing near openings.
• Report/uncover/guard hazards you find.

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