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Fri, 02/03/2023

KU-EHS February Safety Tip: Slips, Trips, and Fall from Heights or Same Level? Study Reveals Surprising Results

Slips happen where there is too little friction or traction between the footwear and the walking surface. According to the CCOHS

Sun, 01/01/2023

KU-EHS January Safety Tip: Winter Safety

Be Smart, Be Safe Wintry weather is dangerous for a variety of reasons. If you have to be outside, don't take any chances — be prepared. Why do you think the National Weather Service refers to winter storms as "Deceptive Killers"? Most fatalities that occur during a winter storm are not caused by the storm itself. Most deaths are the result of traffic accidents on icy roads and overexposure due to extreme cold.

Thu, 12/01/2022

KU-EHS December Safety Tip: Cold Stress

Regardless of the nature of your work, you’ve probably all experienced what it’s like to be outside in cold temperatures. With winter on its way, today we’re going to talk about how to stay safe in chilly conditions.

Tue, 11/01/2022

KU-EHS November Safety Tip: Sad or Mad? Stay Out of the Car!

New research finds that driver-related factors such as fatigue, error, impairment and distraction – including getting behind the wheel while angry or sad – were present in nearly 90 percent of motor vehicle crashes.

Mon, 10/03/2022

KU-EHS October Safety Tip: Suicide Prevention

Suicide is a leading cause of death among working-age adults in the United States. It deeply impacts workers, families, and communities. Fortunately, like other workplace fatalities, suicides can be prevented.

Thu, 09/01/2022

KU-EHS September Safety Tip: Bonfire Safety

A "bonfire" is a large but controlled outdoor fire used either for informal disposal of burnable waste material or as part of a celebration. The name derived from the fact that bonfires were originally fires in which bones were burned. Bonfires can go quickly from a wonderful celebration to tragedy within seconds

Mon, 08/01/2022

KU-EHS August Safety Tip: Avoiding Digital Eye Strain

Eye care professionals strongly recommend taking breaks throughout the workday to reduce eye fatigue and unnecessary eye strain. Technology is woven into every aspect of our lives, as we use it in our communication, careers, entertainment, and much more. Although there’s no denying how helpful and convenient technology can be, it can also be quite harmful to our health, especially when it comes to our eyes. One of the most common issues is eye strain, which can have a variety of symptoms, including blurry vision, eye pain, headaches, and general fatigue.

Tue, 07/05/2022

KU-EHS July Safety Tip: Electrical Safety Around Water

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. ...

Wed, 06/01/2022

KU-EHS June Safety Tip: Heat Exposure and Protection from Heat Stress

With summer and its soaring temperatures in full swing, now is a good time to talk about the effect that heat can have on you as you perform your job. Many people mistakenly assume that only individuals who work outdoors have to worry about hot work environments. As some of...

Mon, 05/02/2022

KU-EHS May Safety Tip: Hand Trucks

While hand trucks can help make our jobs easier by reducing the need for manual lifting, there is more to hand trucks than meets the eye. In fact, used improperly, hand trucks can cause injuries rather than help to prevent them. ...

Fri, 04/01/2022

KU-EHS April Safety Tip: Spring Safety Tips

Outside and Around the Yard:...

Tue, 03/01/2022

KU-EHS March Safety Tip: Aggressive Driving and Road Rage

Aggressive driving has been a problem on our roadways for a while, and it seems to only be getting worse. Incidents of screaming, rude gestures, and sometimes even violence are reported frequently on our roadways to the point where it has earned its own name: road rage. Learn what causes...

Tue, 02/01/2022