09 Jun Inspect Your Slings
Inspect Your Slings Synthetic web slings are commonly used for lifting and handling loads. A damaged, overloaded, or improperly used sling can fail without warning, resulting in dropped loads, serious injuries,...
08 Jun Mobile Crane Safety
Mobile Crane Safety Mobile crane safety is critical because crane operations expose operators and ground personnel to falling loads, equipment overturns, electrical contact, struck-by hazards, and caught-between hazards. Only properly trained...
07 Jun Accident/Incident Reporting
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Accident & Incident Reporting Reporting accidents, injuries, incidents, and near misses is an important part of preventing future injuries. Even when an event appears minor, reporting it allows hazards to be...
07 Jun Office Safety Practices – Preventing Everyday Injuries
Office Safety Practices – Preventing Everyday Injuries Office safety practices are important because even routine office activities can result in injuries when hazards are overlooked. Slips and trips, poor housekeeping, improper...
06 Jun Trash Chutes
Trash Chutes Trash chutes provide an efficient way to remove debris from elevated work areas while helping maintain good housekeeping on construction, remodeling, and roofing projects. However, improperly constructed, guarded, or...
06 Jun Painter Safety – Chemical and Coating Hazards
Painter Safety – Chemical and Coating Hazards Painter safety requires understanding the hazards associated with paints, coatings, solvents, primers, thinners, and other chemicals used during surface preparation and finishing. Painters may...
05 Jun Emergency Eyewash and Safety Showers
Emergency Eyewash and Safety Showers Emergency eyewash stations and safety showers provide immediate flushing when employees are exposed to corrosive or other hazardous materials that can injure the eyes or body....
04 Jun Insect Safety
Insect Safety Employees who work outdoors or in areas where insects and ticks are present can be exposed to bites, stings, and insect-borne illnesses. Proper clothing, insect repellent, and regular inspections...
04 Jun Changing Crops During Drought
Changing Crops During Drought Drought conditions can require agricultural operations to change crops, irrigation systems, equipment, chemicals, work practices, and harvesting methods. Whenever crops or agricultural processes change, employers should evaluate...
03 Jun Heat Exhaustion
Heat Exhaustion Working in hot environments can place significant stress on the body. Heat, humidity, direct sunlight, strenuous physical activity, heavy or impermeable clothing, and inadequate hydration can contribute to heat-related...