Cuts and Burns Cuts, scrapes, punctures, and burns are common workplace injuries. Even injuries that appear minor should receive appropriate attention because damaged skin can allow infection, contamination, and additional tissue...
Hand Tool Safety Hammers, wrenches, chisels, pliers, screwdrivers, knives, and other hand tools are used so routinely that their hazards can easily be overlooked. A damaged tool, the wrong tool, or...
Housekeeping on Construction Sites Good housekeeping is an essential part of construction safety. Throughout a project, scrap materials, packaging, tools, cords, hoses, and other debris can quickly accumulate and create hazards....
Animal Processing Safety Animal processing facilities combine several serious workplace hazards, including live animals, sharp tools, moving machinery, wet floors, biological exposures, electrical equipment, and temperature extremes. Employees should be trained...
Landscaping Safety Landscaping safety requires year-round attention because workers routinely use power and hand tools while being exposed to traffic, insects, weather, temperature extremes, and other outdoor hazards. Safe work practices...
Sheet Metal Safety - Sheet Metal Worker Safety Sheet metal safety requires workers to recognize and control hazards associated with sharp metal edges, material handling, machinery, power tools, welding, electrical work,...
Cuts, Lacerations, and Punctures Cuts, lacerations, and puncture wounds are common hazards in meat processing, packing, and butchering operations. Knives, slicers, grinders, sharp bones, and other cutting equipment can cause injuries...
Restaurant Safety Americans love to dine out and the 8.1 million restaurant workers in the U.S. know it. Restaurant service providers, known as the “front” of the house, may include hosting...