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KU EHS October Safety Tip: October is Fire Safety Month
The cool autumn breezes and vibrant fall foliage call for afternoons spent outdoors and cozy nights by the fire pit. But the change in season can also bring new hazards. Here are some safety tips to help keep your home and family safe this fall.
KU EHS September Safety Tip: National Preparedness Month
Each September, FEMA’s Ready Campaign celebrates National Preparedness Month. Since 2004, the campaign has taken the month to encourage Americans to prepare for emergencies. The month is a great time to take small steps to make a big difference in being prepared.
This year’s theme is, “Americans Stand Ready.”
KU EHS Safety Tip Special Edition: Safe Workplace Housekeeping
According to OSHA, good housekeeping implies that a workplace is kept in an organized, uncluttered, and hazard-free condition. Safe work environments lead
to healthier workers, higher worker morale, and increased productivity. Some basic tips include:
KU EHS August Safety Tip: NFPA Stresses Electrical Safety Around Water for Summer
As summer gets into full swing in North America, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) are working together to remind people about practicing electrical safety in or near water.
There are many electrical hazards in swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, on board boards, and in the waters surrounding boats, marinas, and launch ramps. One such danger is electric shock drowning (ESD), when marina or onboard electrical systems leak