Mon, 05/01/2023
1. PLAN BEFORE YOU MOVE
Train your workers to use their brains before they use their muscles. Have them consider the type of material they’re moving as well as the size, shape, and weight of the object(s). Only after considering factors like the size of the object and if it’s slippery or slick should they employ their own strength and energy. By thinking ahead,
Sat, 04/01/2023
Tampa, FL — Fatal workplace injuries are most likely to occur on Thursdays and in the month of August, according to a recent analysis. ...
Wed, 03/01/2023
The concept of incident reporting has been around for quite some time now. Though it was designed to improve safety in the workplace, there are still a number of reasons employees refuse to comply and avoid this. Management and frontline workers need to understand why reporting an incident makes a big difference in the safety, efficiency and overall well-being of the organization and its members.
Fri, 02/03/2023
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Outside and Around the Yard:...
Tue, 03/01/2022
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...