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Dropped object: Failure of lump hammer

Publisher
IMCA · International Marine Contractors Association
Type
Safety Flash
Reference
IMCA SF 02/15
Date
Themes
Dropped ObjectsMachinery and EquipmentWorking at Height

Summary

A hammer head detached during elevated work and fell 25 metres, demonstrating the need for tools specifically designed for height work.

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IMCA SF 02/15. Themes: dropped objects, machinery and equipment, working at height.

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