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One of the best ways to stay safe on the job is to learn and practice your 3 Basic Rights – they will guide and protect you in all work situations.

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“Struck-by” incidents happen when a worker comes into contact with a moving object, tool, or piece of equipment. For example, a worker could be struck by a tool falling off a roof, a swinging tool…