In response to the alarming number of amputations in the United States as well as the National Emphasis Program, OSHA Consultation in partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA and the SHARP/VPP Association developed the Amputation Prevention Information Booklet. This booklet is designed to be an aid for front-line supervisors and/or lead persons to assist them in communicating to the workforce on how to recognize and eliminate potential amputation probabilities. There are seven (7) Amputation Prevention Information booklets: Construction/Public Sector, General Industry I, General Industry II, Grain Handling, Die Casting/Metal Fabrication, Poultry, and Sawmills/Woodworking.

How to use your Amputation Prevention Information Booklet:

The booklet is intended to assist with conducting one-on-one training or group training concerning amputations. During the training, the instructor should communicate the following:

• Identify the equipment;

• Identify body parts that may be amputated by that piece of equipment;

• Amputation preventive measures;

• The usage or non-usage of gloves or other personal protective equipment that may assist in amputation prevention;

• The need for development and use of lockout/tagout procedures;

• Provide specific talking points for discussion of amputation concerns; and

• Identify preventive tools and/or devices that can be used to prevent bodily injury while working with specific machines.

Please fill out and fax, mail, or e-mail the Booklet Order Form, if you would like to have an Amputation Prevention Information Booklet. 

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