Which safety guideline is stated for the wall concerning contact with cracks?

• A. No Hands in Cracks of Boards
• B. No Hands on Rails
• C. No Hands on Ropes
• D. No Hands Near Edges

Answer: (A)

Hands should not go into cracks between wall boards because those gaps create pinch points where fingers can be caught, crushed, or injured if the boards shift or splinter. Cracks can hide sharp edges or nails beneath the surface, increasing the chance of splinters or other harm when a hand is inserted. Keeping hands on solid, uninterrupted surfaces prevents these sudden pinch or snag injuries and makes wall interactions safer overall. While avoiding hands on rails or near edges can also be sensible in other contexts, the specific risk addressed here is the danger of placing fingers in cracks of wall boards.