General Safe Work Practice Rules Safe work practices apply to every employee and every job. Employees are expected to follow established safety procedures, use required protective equipment, recognize and report hazards, and perform only work they are trained and authorized to perform. General Responsibilities Follow all company safety rules, procedures, safe work...

Occupational Vibration Safety Occupational vibration safety is important because repeated or prolonged exposure to vibration can contribute to musculoskeletal, neurological, and vascular problems. Workers who operate vehicles, heavy equipment, or vibrating power tools may be exposed even when the vibration does not initially seem harmful. There are two primary types of occupational...

Unlawful Harassment Every employee has the right to work in an environment free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Harassment can affect an employee’s ability to perform their job, damage workplace relationships, and create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. The Company prohibits unlawful harassment based on any characteristic protected by...

Fireworks Safety The 4th of July is quickly approaching. OSHA is reminding the pyrotechnics industry to be cautious, focusing on protecting their team from the hazards of creation, storage, shipping and selling fireworks. Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe this holiday weekend; Secure firework facilities Be aware...

Driving Vehicles & Moving Equipment Safely Vehicles and mobile equipment are essential to many work activities, but their size, weight, speed, and limited visibility can create serious hazards. Collisions, rollovers, struck-by incidents, and caught-between injuries can result when equipment is operated improperly or when employees enter an equipment operating zone. Only trained,...

Strains and Sprains - Preventing Injuries Strains and sprains are common workplace injuries that can result from lifting, pushing, pulling, overreaching, repetitive movements, awkward postures, or handling loads improperly. Many of these injuries can be prevented by planning the task, using proper body mechanics, and recognizing when assistance is needed. Know the...

Practice Good Housekeeping Good housekeeping is one of the foundations of a safe and productive workplace. A clean, orderly work area helps prevent injuries, reduces fire hazards, improves access to emergency equipment and exits, and makes it easier for everyone to perform their work safely. Housekeeping is everyone's responsibility. It is not...

Workplace Distraction Safety Distractions and interruptions are common in the workplace, but when they interfere with concentration, they can contribute to errors, injuries, equipment damage, and reduced productivity. This is especially important during construction, industrial, driving, equipment-operation, and other safety-sensitive activities where a momentary loss of attention can have serious consequences. Employees...