It is that time of year where weather can change rapidly; the air temperature can hover around the freezing level, or a weather system could bring wind, rain and snow. Being aware of the changing weather conditions is important.…
Safety Signs are crucial in any work environment. The primary importance of displaying safety signs is to remind people of potential hazards: They point people to the location of emergency equipment They direct people what route to take in…
Each year in the U.S., falls from ladders result in more than 160,000 injuries and 300 deaths. Those numbers are unacceptably high, because with a little education on proper use, those figures could be much lower. So, let’s cover some…
The Deadly Double Dozen It has been a busy year for all of us on the construction site. Let’s talk about cause and effect. In order to avoid accidents, we must remove the causes. Every cause is a result of an unsafe act…
With the unemployment rate as low as it is today, it’s much more common to see older workers continuing to provide their valuable skills in the workplace. Older workers represent a true opportunity for employers, in this “knowledge economy”. The…
Have you (or someone you know) ever been injured while working with a skid steer loader? Skid steer loaders are used for material handling and excavating. Workers who operate or work near this equipment are at risk for injuries…
Construction sites are dynamic and ever-changing. When the project speeds up, you can find workers from different trades working within close proximity of each other or commonly known as stacking. To minimize the risk of accidents, it is important…
Holes are made in roofs and floors as buildings go up and are torn down. Workers can be injured or killed if they fall through the holes. John and Phillip were in the process of removing a damaged plywood sheet…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a repetitive motion injury. It occurs when the median nerve in your arm is regularly pinched and compressed. Workers with CTS commonly feel pain, weakness, and tingling, usually in the…
Lockout/Tagout Lockout/Tagout is a way of protecting employees while machinery is serviced. The person who will be working on the equipment disconnects it, locks the power source, and puts a warning tag on it. This prevents the equipment from…
