Category: Toolbox Talks

Heat Stress Dehydration occurs when the loss of body fluids exceeds the amount that is taken in. With dehydration, more water is moving out of our cells and bodies than what we take in through drinking. Along with the water,…

▪ People handling tools should wash their hands or use a proper hand sanitizer before and after use to help prevent contamination. ▪ People handling tools should be properly trained and protected using necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). ▪ Clean…

  Proper Face Mask Usage – At and Away From Work COVID-19 can be spread by someone even when they are asymptomatic. By covering your mouth and nose with a mask, you are protecting others. Remember: If you get the…

  Working Under Phase 1 Guidelines Remember, people are navigating through many personal challenges during this pandemic. This is the time when it is easy to have accidents because we are distracted. The health guidelines in place must be followed…

  COVID-19 Can be Stressful – Exercise! The outbreak of COVID-19 may be stressful. Fear and anxiety about an outbreak can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in people. Coping with this stress the correct way can make you stronger!…

Employers who continue operations are required to maintain coronavirus prevention practices consistent with DOSH, OSHA and Department of Health guidance. Coronavirus is recognized as a very serious workplace hazard. Mandatory Social Distancing Employers must ensure all employees keep at least…

  Healthy Eating Healthy eating is smart. If we do not take care of our health, at some point our bodies will develop problems. Without our health we may not able to fulfill our daily jobs. Eating well should be…

  Stress Management Many of us are faced with stress daily, but we might not know how to deal with it. It is important to learn how to handle stress because it can affect our performance and relationships. At work,…

  Ergonomics and Working From Home Do you find yourself at the computer for hours without moving from your workstation? Your health and safety are important so let’s review your work-space at home. This article discusses how to build a…

  COVID-19 Employer Update on Respirators March 20, 2020   There is still much to learn about the transmissibility, severity and other features associated with COVID-19.  And, throughout the process, we all have a responsibility as individuals and employers to…