Safety
Floor hole
A gap or void in a walking-working surface large enough to present a foot, object, or fall hazard.
Hazards
- A gap or void in a walking-working surface large enough to present a foot, object, or fall hazard.
Controls
- Cover or guard it with secured, marked, load-capable protection and control dropped objects below.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Cover or guard it with secured, marked, load-capable protection and control dropped objects below.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary — Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration