Author: Mindy

Everyone faces crisis or tragedy at least once, or maybe several times in their lives.  As such, there is an increase in despair.  As the months tick by, it is easier and easier to fall into a rut of emotional…

General: Before use, inspect for physical defects. Ladders are not to be painted except for numbering purposes. Do not use ladders for skids, braces, workbenches, or any purpose other than climbing. When ascending or descending a ladder, do not carry…

An arc flash is a high-voltage electric short circuit that leaves its intended path and travels through the air from one conductor to another (or to the ground). The electrical explosion caused by the event can reach temperatures as high…

Working under cold conditions can lead to injuries or health effects, collectively known as cold stress. Construction workers may experience cold stress when working: Outdoors on a cold day. In a refrigerated room. In an unheated building. In cold water,…

One of the main causes of workplace injuries is poor housekeeping practices. Workplace housekeeping includes activities that create or maintain a clean, tidy, orderly, safe workplace. When we keep the workplace and worksites free of clutter and clean, we can…

Proper storage of materials on pallets is crucial to prevent accidents, injuries, and property damage in the workplace. Here are several safety tips for safely storing materials on pallets: Inspect Pallets: Before loading a pallet, inspect it for damage such…

Many tools we use that are powered by compressed air can be hazardous if we don’t utilize them properly. But most of us never give a second thought to the potential hazards associated with the hose that supplies the compressed…

The roads are a dangerous place on even the nicest day, but in the winter, the dangers of driving can increase dramatically. According to the Department of Transportation, winter weather conditions are responsible for over 192,000 injuries and 2,200 deaths…

Early next Sunday morning most of those in the United States will turn their clocks back one hour for the end of Daylight Savings Time. Most of us think: “Fantastic! I get another hour of sleep”; and yes, you will. However, there…

Hypothermia occurs when your body loses its ability to maintain body heat and your core temperature drops below 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Hypothermia can lead to illness, altered decision-making ability, and even death. Moisture from fog, rain, sleet, snow, and perspiration…