Table 4
Safety measures (consensus based) to prevent accidents
| Use approved scaffolding, ladders, lifts, and cranes |
| Use above mentioned equipment in accordance with instructions and avoid overloading |
| Secure floor jambs and edges |
| Adopt safe working practices |
| Use the required protective equipment (i.e. head, feet, skin, ear, facial, and respiratory protection) |
| Avoid situations in which people can trip over rubbish and equipment |
| Ensure that the workplace is tidied up |
| Use the prescribed signals when hoisting |
| Ensure that the crane driver has a hoisting certificate and is well trained and highly experienced |
| Ensure that silos are set up on a stable, sound base so that they cannot tip over |
| Ensure that the electrical equipment complies with all requirements and is well maintained |
| Work carefully |
| Ensure that there is good lighting |
| Ensure that work instruction and training is given, especially if equipment is being used |
