Oil & extraction: hazards, controls & resources -Safety Moment#22
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]According to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data, in 2016 there are currently between 150,000 and 160,000 people employed in oil & gas extraction in the United States. The most common careers in the energy & oil industry include geoscientists; petroleum engineers;…
Contractor Pre-qualification Questionnaire Checklist
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]It is often difficult to know where to start when creating a pre-qualification program. This checklist will hopefully be of some help in determining the type of information you may want to collect and review. You should include each…
Prepare for a Safety Inspection
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Regular safety inspections are common in almost every industry, both public and private. They ensure compliance in your workforce and are an important component of a risk prevention strategy. Usually, inspections take place annually or bi-annually. They may be performed…
How does dehydration impact workplace safety?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Q:How does dehydration impact workplace safety? A:Up to 60% of the adult human body is water. Water plays a role in most bodily functions including lubricating your eyes and joints, keeping your skin healthy, helping to eliminate body toxins,…
How to Select the Right Type of Respirators? the Basic types
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Respirators are a critical piece of personal protection equipment, and using the wrong type can have serious consequences. In this article, we’ll go over the different types of respirators and what you need to know about each before deciding which…
Stay Safe during Spray Painting and Coating
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rollers and paintbrushes are common for home projects, but they’re rare in industry. Spraying is a much more efficient way to cover large areas in a short period of time without sacrificing quality. But spray painting has its own risks,…
