Workplace Fire Safety The potential for fire exists in nearly every workplace. Good housekeeping, proper storage, maintained electrical equipment, and knowledge of emergency procedures can significantly reduce the risk of fires...
Chocking and Blocking Safety Chocking and blocking are important methods for preventing the unexpected movement of vehicles, trailers, mobile equipment, cargo, and equipment components. Proper use can prevent struck-by, caught-between, crushing,...
Auto Body Painting Safety Auto body painting can expose workers to hazardous solvents, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), isocyanates, metal-containing pigments, and airborne paint mist. These substances may be inhaled or absorbed...
Crane Safety Safety Precautions for Working Near Overhead Power Lines Contact between cranes and energized overhead power lines can result in electrocution, serious burns, fire, equipment damage, and fatalities. Electricity does not...
Employee Safety Responsibilities Employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthful workplace, establishing appropriate safety programs, and protecting employees from recognized hazards. However, workplace safety also depends on employees taking...
Ergonomics Ergonomics is the science of fitting the job to the worker. The goal is to design work, equipment, tools, and workstations so employees can perform their tasks safely and efficiently...
Cross-Contamination Cross-contamination occurs when hazardous substances are unintentionally transferred from a contaminated work area to clean areas, vehicles, clothing, personal belongings, or workers' homes. Contaminants can be carried on hands, skin,...
Compressed Gas Cylinder (CGC) Safety Compressed and liquefied gas cylinders are commonly used to store gases for industrial and construction operations. Because cylinders contain material under high pressure, improper handling, storage,...
Safe Driving - Be an Extra-Safe Driver Safe driving requires more than knowing the rules of the road. Even experienced drivers face changing traffic, weather, road conditions, pedestrians, distracted motorists, and...
Don’t Miss the Near-Misses A near miss is an unplanned event that did not result in injury, illness, property damage, or other loss but had the potential to do so. Near...