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2023 Second Alert LTI#02 fell suffer hand injury
On 14 March 2023 at 3:40 pm, while the steel Fixer, returning back from the rest shelter after drink water, stepped on the shuttering runner, lost balance and fell resting his left hand resulting in minor swelling and pain. He was initially seen by Medic and referred to Aster hospital in Ibri for detailed examination as advised by PDO Doctor, where X ray has taken which revealed displaced fracture involving distal radius.
Always be cautious of your surroundings and the hazards involved Ensure the provision of safe access and egress in your work site and its correct use. Ensure you intervene when you observe any unsafe act / condition Watch your steps to avoid trips & falls
Steel fixer did not follow the human kinetic practices and was placing the foot in an unsafe manner on top of the wooden runner, which caused him to lose balance. The steel fixer failed to pay attention to his footing and surroundings which lead to loss of his balance The steel fixer was performing a routine activity without conscious thought and as a result was exposed to the hazard and fell.

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