Cold weather and environments pose many hazards to employees. A cold environment forces the body to work harder to maintain its temperature. An environment that is considered “cold” depends on the region of the country and the individual. Each…
How does attitude affect your work and safety on the job? What is your attitude today? If you are generally a negative person, what effects would a more positive attitude have on your life and on your work? Positive Attitude…
Computers are as common in the workplace as telephones. We use them for everything: creating letters and forms, writing reports, editing, email, and surfing the Web. Computers require our hands and arms to be used more than ever. Repeating the…
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,…
Cold Stress Working under cold conditions can lead to injuries or health effects, which are collectively known as cold stress. Construction workers may experience cold stress when working: Outdoors on a cold day. In a refrigerated room. In an…
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…
Winter is on its way. That can mean fog, rain, ice, snow, slippery roads, and poor visibility. Winter conditions present more challenges for pedestrians, drivers, and vehicle operators. There are some simple precautions you can take to minimize the…
Stay Safe at All Hours When you find yourself alone in the workplace because you: work early or late hours, work at mobile remote sites, provide services on the go, You must keep yourself safe by following your own…
Basic Safety Rules Think of these as your nine commandments. The most complex safety topics boil down to these simple safety rules. Always wear your seatbelt when in a vehicle or heavy equipment. Seatbelts are critical to preventing serious…
Back Injuries and Prevention Back injuries are some of the most prevalent and hardest-to-prevent injuries on the job. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than one million workers suffer back injuries each year, and back injuries account…
