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People who work outdoors are vulnerable to the sun's rays. Exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV) can cause sunburn, premature skin...
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We often think of impairment as a result of substance use or addiction or dependence on alcohol or drugs, whether...
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Although sitting requires less physical effort than standing or walking, it puts stress on the lumbar area. Over time, the...
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Power outages are common during disasters, and they can last for several days. You can reduce your losses and speed...
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Selecting an appropriate method to control a hazard in the workplace is not always easy. When it comes to the...
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Manual material handling (MMH) is the most common cause of occupational fatigue and lower back pain. MMH includes any tasks...
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Hazards exist in every workplace so strategies to protect workers are essential. When possible, the priority should be the elimination...
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SELF-INSPECTION. The most widely accepted way to identify hazards in the workplace is to conduct safety and health self-inspections. You can...
Many countries have aligned the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling...
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Many of us spend our working hours indoors. The quality of the air we breathe can significantly affect our comfort,...
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The Safety task assessment ( STA) and Pre-Task Hazard Assessment ( PTHA) Is an efficient tool, which if utilized Correctly,...
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One of the most common health hazards in the workplace, noise can have serious impacts on our health, safety, and...
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Fatigue is the state of feeling very tired, weary, or sleepy because of too little or inadequate sleep, prolonged mental...
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Working at height is always dangerous which makes it extremely important to provide a safe way for workers to access...
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For many drivers, operating a car or truck may seem second nature, whether it's for personal or work use. However,...
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Whether it's a foundry, a bustling restaurant kitchen, or outdoors in the summer months, a hot environment can overwhelm a...
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Plate clamps, or sheet clamps, make difficult lifts safer and easier. While these strong lifting tools allow for faster production...
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Many workers are spending more time sitting at work in low activity jobs. Those who spend long periods in a...
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The statistics related to slips, trips, and falls in the workplace are staggering nearly 16 million fall injuries occur each...
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Over the past several years, it seems you cannot turn on a newscast or open a newspaper without seeing headlines...
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When workplace incidents happen, they must be investigated properly and by the right individuals. As incidents have the potential to...
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Fall hazards are the leading cause of construction worker deaths, accounting for almost half of all fatalities in construction each year....
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A health and safety committee, comprised of worker and management representatives who meet regularly, brings the internal responsibility system into...
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New workers are more vulnerable to getting sick or injured, especially during the first month on the job. To help...
