Computer Room Safe Work Practices Computer rooms and data centers contain concentrated electrical equipment, battery backup systems, specialized cooling systems, raised floors, and fire-suppression equipment. These conditions create hazards that require controlled access, good housekeeping, electrical awareness, and familiarity with site-specific emergency procedures. Fire and Electrical Hazards Computer rooms contain significant electrical loads...

Residential Roofing - Fall Protection Requirements Residential roofing fall protection is required whenever employees are exposed to fall hazards of 6 feet or more above a lower level. Residential roofing work presents significant fall hazards from roof edges, steep slopes, openings, skylights, ladders, and unstable or slippery walking surfaces. Important: The older...

Drinking and Driving Do Not Mix Alcohol-impaired driving is preventable. Whether attending a company event, holiday gathering, dinner, or social function, one rule should always be clear: if you drink alcohol, do not drive. Alcohol affects the skills necessary to operate a vehicle safely. Even before a person appears intoxicated, alcohol can...

Cell Phone Use While Driving Cell phones are a significant source of distracted driving. Whether driving a company vehicle, personal vehicle for company business, or mobile equipment on a roadway, drivers must give their full attention to operating the vehicle safely. A phone call, text message, email, navigation entry, or other mobile-device...

Housekeeping Is an Important Part of Your Job Good housekeeping is everyone’s responsibility. Keeping your work area clean and orderly is not simply about appearance—it helps prevent injuries, reduces fire hazards, protects equipment and materials, and makes the job more efficient. Do not leave housekeeping problems for the next shift, another crew,...

Temporary Heat Safety Temporary heaters allow work to continue during cold weather and can provide more comfortable working conditions. However, portable heaters can create serious hazards when they are improperly selected, installed, fueled, or operated. Potential hazards include fires, explosions, burns, carbon monoxide exposure, and oxygen-deficient atmospheres. Before using any temporary heating...

Battery Charging - A Multitude Of Hazards Servicing, charging, or jump-starting lead-acid batteries can expose workers to several serious hazards, including explosive hydrogen gas, corrosive electrolyte, electrical shorts and burns, flying battery fragments, and lifting injuries. These hazards can be controlled by using proper PPE, adequate ventilation, correct equipment, and safe...

After-Hours Safety and Security After-hours safety and security helps protect employees, the public, company property, equipment, and the jobsite from hazards, unauthorized access, theft, vandalism, and other incidents. Securing a facility or temporary jobsite involves much more than simply locking the doors and turning off the lights. Before Leaving the Site A designated...