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Working along can be a high-hazard situation. Even if the work itself isn't dangerous, the simple fact of being isolated from supervisors, co-workers, and bystanders creates significant risks.This article will go over the risks of working alone and what you can do to keep lone workers safe. Who Is Considered
Biological hazards are rarely given as much attention as other types of workplace hazards, yet they are present anywhere a worker can come into contact with other people. There are four broad categories of workplace hazards: Physical Ergonomic Chemical Biological And though the latter tends to receive less attention than
It consists of a flashover of electric current that leaves its intended path and travels through the air from one conductor to another or to the ground. While the flash itself is immediate, these incidents can result in long-term medical and financial problems. According to statistics compiled by CapSchell, Inc.,
We all love patterns because patterns comfort us and put us at ease by helping us understand our surroundings. Our brain is a pattern-seeking machine. It is always looking for dots to connect. When we pull into a parking lot, we notice the parking rows, we see organization. Cover that
When a lot of people think of First Aid, they think of bandages and gauze, cuts and scrapes, and controlling small amounts of bleeding. But First Aid is also administered while waiting for medical treatment for more serious injuries . In this article, we'll cover three First Aid procedures for
According to the NFPA, from 2011 to 2015 there were an estimated 37,910 fires in industrial and manufacturing properties causing an estimated $1.2 billion in property damage per year. That is an astounding cost. The leading causes of these industrial fires were: Electrical distribution and lighting equipment (24%) Heating equipment (16%) Intentional
Dangerous gases and confined spaces are a dangerous mix. It can take only a few seconds for workers to succumb to a hazardous atmosphere, so there's no room for learning as you go.Because of their nature, confined spaces often have a very different atmosphere than the one you'll find in
It is our goal and primary responsibility to establish and maintain a healthy and safe work environment for all work employees. This is a shared goal that requires constructive efforts of employees, supervisors, and management. To help nurture this goal, an Overhead and Gantry Cranes Program has been established as part
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) regulations have gotten an overhaul for 2017. These regulatory changes are a top priority that need to be addressed in order to keep workers safe.If your business strives for excellence in safety, these are policies that belong on the front burner. Keep reading to find out what you
Emergencies can put your employees at risk and even force you to shut down operations. By their nature, they are unexpected and unpredictable, but with proper planning you can face these events in a safe and efficient manner. Plan for the Unplanned A workplace emergency is any unexpected occurrence that
This electrical awareness video is focused on identifying hazards around electricity on the job site. All other hazards on the job require the same focus and respect while performing your hazard assessments and should not be disregarded or have any less importance placed on them. Click here for more safety
