Caustic agents in wet cement can cause concrete burns to workers’ skin. Because alkali burns are not initially painful, workers can suffer concrete...
Working in deep cement all day can be very stressful. Using good durable boots with a sturdy sole and insoles with shock absorbing material will help....
Hand trowels create pressure points that create stress on the hand and wrist. Hand trowels can be modified to better fit your grip and reduce wrist be...
Hand screeding to level out concrete creates a lot of stress on the wrist, hands and back. Try screeding with one foot in front of the other to reduce...
No fall protection, no rebar caps. Plan the work, work the plan....
Hand screeding requires workers to assume an awkward posture (bending) and use a significant amount of force to level freshly poured concrete. The for...
Try to maintain a comfortable position while working. Hand troweling can be very stressful on your the back, hands and arms. If you are physically abl...
Using a bull float with a rotating knuckle joint allows greater mobility. This can reduce awkward body postures and muscle strain. Taking mini breaks...
Powered troweling machines can reduce hand troweling and kneeling. Taking mini breaks (a few seconds) and stretching during the day can help reliev...
Working in an awkward posture can cause arm and/or shoulder pain. Maintain a comfortable working posture. Avoid over reaching, move closer to the work...