22 Jun Hazard Awareness -The Little Things Count
Hazard Awareness – The Little Things Count Most of us have heard the saying, “It’s the little things that count.” This is especially true when it comes to workplace safety. Major hazards...
15 Sep Carelessness and Unsafe Acts
Carelessness and Unsafe Acts Most workplace incidents are preventable. They often occur when someone takes a shortcut, becomes distracted, ignores a known procedure, or allows pressure to override good judgment. Calling an...
01 Sep Accident Reporting – Reporting and Investigating Incidents
Accident Reporting - Reporting and Investigating Incidents Accident reporting is an essential part of preventing future injuries. All work-related injuries, illnesses, property damage incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions should be...
18 Aug Electrical Hazards – Anatomy Of An Accident
Electrical Hazards – Anatomy of an Accident Electrical work leaves little room for error. Experience, training, and familiarity with a task do not eliminate electrical hazards. In fact, familiarity can sometimes...
24 Jul Emergency Preparedness, Mental Preparedness
Emergency Preparedness – Are You Mentally Prepared? Emergency preparedness involves more than knowing where the exits and emergency equipment are located. Employees must also be mentally prepared to recognize an emergency,...
30 Jun Accident Investigation – Reporting and Investigating an Accident
Accident Investigation - Reporting and Investigating an Accident Accident investigation helps determine why an incident occurred and what can be done to prevent it from happening again. A successful investigation focuses...
14 Jun Hazard Recognition
Hazard Recognition Workplace incidents do not simply “just happen.” Most have identifiable causes, such as unrecognized hazards, poor planning, unsafe conditions, improper equipment, inadequate controls, or unsafe work practices. Recognizing hazards...
10 Jun What Does An Accident Cost?
What Does an Accident Cost? Every workplace accident has a cost. Some costs are obvious, such as medical expenses and damaged equipment, while others are less visible. An accident can affect...
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...
24 May Accidents Are Avoidable
Accidents Are Avoidable Most workplace accidents can be prevented. Injuries usually result from a combination of hazards, unsafe conditions, unsafe actions, or unexpected changes in the work environment. Recognizing these factors...
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