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    This document discusses cell phone safety procedures for Hanson Masonry & Concrete, LLC. It notes that cell phone distractions account for thousands of deaths and injuries in the US each year. The company policy prohibits cell phone use except for business purposes by supervisors, and prohibits use while operating machinery. Workers are instructed to eliminate personal calls while on the job and never use phones while operating equipment to avoid inattention, distraction, and injuries.

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    This document discusses cell phone safety procedures for Hanson Masonry & Concrete, LLC. It notes that cell phone distractions account for thousands of deaths and injuries in the US each year. The company policy prohibits cell phone use except for business purposes by supervisors, and prohibits use while operating machinery. Workers are instructed to eliminate personal calls while on the job and never use phones while operating equipment to avoid inattention, distraction, and injuries.

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    Hanson Masonry & Concrete, LLC

    319 Central Avenue  P.O. Box 272  Owen, WI 54460


    Phone: (715) 229-4021  Fax: (715) 229-9111  Email: [email protected]

    Weekly Toolbox Talk


    Cell Phones on the Jobsite
    Cell phones are extremely popular because of their very fast, almost instant connection time.
    The need to communicate quickly and efficiently on construction sites is necessary. However,
    users must adhere to the cell phone safety procedures set forth by their company.

    Cell phone distractions account for 2,600 deaths and 330,000 injuries in United States each year.
    Data reveal that a majority of construction fatalities related to the use of cell phones involved a
    person being backed over and crushed while talking on the cell phone. From these incidents, it
    appears that talking on the cell phone can not only be distracting but can also cause a block in
    view if the person is holding the phone up to his ear.

    Per Hanson Masonry & Concrete, LLC’s company policy, use of cell phones is prohibited except
    for business use by supervisory personnel, and shall not be used while operating any type of
    machinery. Prior approval is required from the project supervisor for any exceptions.

    Eliminate all personal calls from your cell phone while you are on the clock, and never operate a
    piece of machinery while also using a cell phone, regardless of your position in the company.
    While on the job, your phone should be set to silent or vibrate in order to not disturb others.

    Dangers of Improper Cell Phone Usage

    – Cell phone usage can cause inattention on the job site


    – Co-workers can be distracted by others’ cell phone usage
    – Inattention and distraction may result in property damage or personal injury

    Avoid Distractions

    – Never use a cell phone while operating equipment


    – Never use a cell phone to send or receive text messages while operating equipment
    – Store your cell phone in a location that will prevent its ring from startling you or anyone in the
    area
    – Let calls go straight to voicemail to be retrieved at a later time

    Be Aware of Hazards

    – Do not operate a cell phone near flammable liquid


    – Turn off cell phones within 100 feet of any blasting area
    – Know site-specific hazard areas associated with cell phone usage

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