Stepping on duct, fittings, or insulation and damaging it

Do not step on duct, fittings, flex, liner, insulation, or wrapped pieces. Move it or make a safe path.

Stop if

• Can we move/protect this material so nobody steps on it or damages it?

Watch out

• Do not use duct, fittings, or insulation as a step, bench, or bridge.

Check

• Keep walk paths clear.
• Move loose duct/fittings out of foot traffic.
• Protect insulation/liner/wrap from crushing.
• Report crushed/dented pieces.
• Use proper access instead of stepping on material.

Steps

• Keep walk paths clear.
• Move loose duct/fittings out of foot traffic.
• Protect insulation/liner/wrap from crushing.
• Report crushed/dented pieces.
• Use proper access instead of stepping on material.

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