01 Basic Hydraulics Safety with the Lethal Strike

Welcome to our Hydraulic Safety Course designed to equip you with essential knowledge and practices for working safely with hydraulic systems. This course, covers crucial aspects of hydraulic safety, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of best practices and protocols.

EXPIRES: 30 days after purchase
AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETE: 60 min

Course Content:

General Safety Practices:

• Understand manufacturer’s warnings, recommendations, and industry-standard safety practices for hydraulic systems.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Learn about the necessary PPE, including gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing, when working on and around hydraulic systems.

Injuries Related to Hydraulic Systems:

• Explore four types of injuries commonly associated with hydraulic systems, such as crushing injuries, lacerations, amputations, and injuries from hydraulic fluid injection.

Control of Hydraulic Energy:

• Understand why hydraulic energy must be controlled during release from hydraulic systems to prevent accidents and injuries.

Types of High-Pressure Systems:

• Differentiate between systems with confined high-pressure fluids and those with unconfined high-pressure fluids, understanding their operational differences and safety considerations.

OSHA Standards and Lockout/Tagout:

• Explain OSHA's standard related to the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout), highlighting its importance in preventing hazardous energy-related accidents.

Test and Completion:

• Conclude the course with a comprehensive test where a score of 80% or higher is required for completion, ensuring thorough understanding and retention of safety principles.

Join us in this Hydraulic Safety Course to enhance your knowledge, promote workplace safety, and mitigate risks associated with hydraulic systems effectively.