Nail guns are used every day on many construction jobs, especially in residential construction. They boost productivity but also cause tens of thousands of painful injuries each year.

This course is important for construction workers and contractors. It will discuss ways to protect yourself from nail gun injuries. We will also look at the types of training you will need to operate a nail gun on a worksite.

Free Access

As an OSHAcademy student, you have free access to all our training materials, including knowledge checks and course activities. Documentation of your training–such as exam scores, certificates, and transcripts–can be accessed by purchasing a certificate package.

Modules: 3
Hours: 3
Sectors: Construction

Fee

FREE Access
$ PDF & Original Certificates
$ Original Certificate
$ PDF Certificate

*Shipping & Handling not included.

  • Key Topics

    • Nail Gun Hazards
    • Likelihood of Injuries
    • Nail Gun Triggers
    • How Triggers Differ
    • Single and Full Sequential Triggers
    • Contact Trigger
    • Single Actuation Trigger
    • Worker Training
    • Nail Gun Work Procedures
    • Personal Protective Equipment
    • Reporting Injuries and Close Calls
    • Nail Gun Injuries
    • Unintended Nail Discharge
    • Awkward Position Nailing
    • Bypassing Safety Mechanisms
    • Air Pressure
    • Noise Hazards
    • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Target Audience

    • Employee