Nail guns are commonly used on construction sites, particularly in residential construction, to increase productivity. However, they are also responsible for tens of thousands of injuries each year. Studies show that 2 out of 5 residential carpenter apprentices experience a nail gun injury over a four-year period, and many injuries go unreported or untreated.
This course is designed for construction workers and contractors to teach safe nail gun operation, injury prevention, and proper training requirements.
Course Objectives
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Describe the hazards associated with nail guns and the most common injuries that result. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Identify and describe the use of the various nail gun triggers. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Discuss the requirements for nail gun training and the development of safe procedures. |
| LO 1.2.2 | Discuss nail gun near-miss and accident reporting procedures. |
| LO 1.3.1 | Describe how nail gun injuries most often occur. |
| LO 1.3.2 | Describe proper positioning and posture when using a nail gun. |
| LO 1.3.3 | Describe the dangers of bypassing nail gun safety features. |
| LO 1.3.4 | Describe the special hazards inherent with pneumatic nail guns. |
| LO 1.3.5 | Discuss how using nail guns can result in musculoskeletal disorders. |