Some workplace distractions and interruptions are unavoidable, but others – if not properly controlled or regulated – could lead to: Injuries Lost productivity Worker morale issues Distractions can cause errors or accidents. Before addressing or responding to another…
Industry runs on electricity. It is safe to use when you know what you are doing and take proper precautions. When precautions are not taken, electricity can be a killer. Your actions can protect your safety. Read and follow instructions…
The condition of your tires is one of the most important mechanical factors in vehicle safety. Here are 4 ways you can improve the safety and performance of your tires: Keep tires properly inflated. Check them at least monthly to…
Worker safety is important on any construction job and working on roofs is no exception. Falls account for more serious injuries and deaths in construction than anything else. In 2020, six of the 18 construction fatalities in Washington State…
Americans often do not recognize the importance of sleep. People often make light of how little sleep they get on a regular basis; an over-worked, over-tired condition has become the norm for many. A good night’s sleep is not just a novelty,…
Many workplace injuries have resulted from tools falling out of belts from heights and from workers falling and being impaled by a tool in an improperly loaded tool belt. A tool belt that is properly arranged greatly improves convenience…
Rigging Equipment A “Sling” is an assembly which connects the load to the material handling equipment. Slings, chokers, cradles, hooks, and other hoisting gear used in conjunction for materials handling is referred to as rigging equipment. Slings and other…
Repetitive Motion Injuries Computers are as common in the workplace as telephones. We use them for everything: creating letters and forms, writing reports, editing, electronic mail and surfing the internet. Computers require our hands and arms to be used…
In many worksite situations, workers are at risk for engulfment hazards. Engulfment results when a worker is buried by materials such as soil, sand, gravel, sawdust, seed, grain, or flour. Engulfment can also include liquid such as water or a…
Worker safety is important on any construction job. Working on roofs is no exception. Falls account for more serious injuries and deaths in construction than anything else. Accidents occur not only to those building roofs, but also people maintaining, cleaning,…
