Tool Box Talk: Rough Terrain Fork Truck Scaffolds
Today, we will discuss an important topic regarding our work environment: Rough Terrain Fork Truck Scaffolds. As we all know, safety is our top priority, and we must understand the potential hazards associated with this equipment. This toolbox talk will…
Tool Box Talk: Don’t Let Chemicals Get to You
Many operators and laboratory staff are frequently exposed to chemicals that, if not handled properly, can cause severe harm or even death. Many chemicals are extremely toxic and lethal, even in small quantities. The effects of chemical exposure can be…
Tool Box Talk: Hand Grinder Safety
Hand grinders are being used more frequently in the water utility industry, typically with jobs involving fabrication, mechanical, contracting, masonry, and welding. If you don’t use the tool properly, it can and will cause you or someone around you a…
Tool Box Talk: Lockout and Tagging
Anyone who operates, cleans, services, adjusts, and repairs machinery or equipment should be aware of the hazards associated with that machinery. Any powered machinery or electrical equipment that can move in a way that would put people in danger is…
Tool Box Talk: Winter Driving Safety Tips
Whether it’s snow, sleet, or ice, winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions. In 2019, there were 440 fatal crashes, and an estimated 33,000 injury crashes that occurred in wintry conditions. Winter Driving safety Practices and Preparing yourself –…
Tool Box Talk: Working Around Heavy Equipment
Every year heavy equipment operators, ground workers, and pedestrians are injured or killed by heavy mobile equipment used in construction. Many of these incidents are the result of rollovers or by individuals being struck or crushed by equipment. In fact,…
Tool Box Talk: Rotary Hammers-Hammer Drills
Rotary hammers and hammer drills are designed to drill into concrete, brickwork, and hard masonry of all types. They perform those tasks much more quickly than a standard drill and masonry bit, making them a more efficient, cost-effective tool
Tool Box Talk: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All fuels, even “cleaner” fuels such as propane, create carbon monoxide. This gas is a common byproduct of any combustion process. Carbon monoxide is an invisible gas with no taste or smell. It is especially dangerous if it builds up…
Tool Box Talk: Boom Truck Safety
Heavy items can be lifted safely if the boom truck crane is operated properly. Each time the boom lifts a load, its angle changes as it extends, and the crane’s upper deck rotates to swing the load. With that motion,…
Tool Box Talk: Biohazard Safety
Biohazards are materials or human waste that cause infections or diseases. If you work in areas with wastewater, medical waste, or live sewer lines, for example, you should assume that all surfaces are contaminated. Alberto’s Story Alberto was repairing a…
Tool Box Talk: Asphalt Fumes: Roofing Operations
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Asphalt fumes cause health effects such as headaches, nausea, and drowsiness. They are also linked to lung cancer. Asphalt kettles cause both continuous exposure to fumes that escape and occasional exposures when the lid is opened for filling or loading….
Tool Box Talk: Arc Welding and Fire Safety
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If properly inspected and used, the arc welder is very safe. If used improperly, it can expose welders to fire, explosion, and retinal burns.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1496149528728{margin: 2px !important;padding: 2px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”9947″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1583760248869{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][vc_btn title=”HSSE WORLD…
Tool Box Talk: Aerogel Nanoporous Insulation Products
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Aerogel insulation blankets are used to insulate high heat or very cold applications. They contain nano-sized air pockets that help increase its effectiveness. Aerogel manufacturers say that engineered nanomaterials are not added to their aerogel products. Some aerogel insulations also…
Tool Box Talk: Aerial Lift Safety
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Aerial lifts include scissor lifts, bucket trucks, and cherry pickers. Here are some reasons why, each year, construction workers are killed or injured while using this equipment: They were not wearing a harness and fell off the equipment. They fell with the equipment when it tipped over. They were electrocuted when the equipment touched a power line or electrical wires. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1496149528728{margin: 2px !important;padding: 2px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”9374″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1581342403100{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][vc_btn title=”HSSE…
Tool Box Talk: Heart Risks: AEDs and CPR in the Workplace
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s impossible to prevent cardiac arrests in your workplace, but you can be ready to respond adequately.I was chatting with a foreman the other day and he collapsed out of the blue. I was stunned and I had no idea…
Tool Box Talk: Oil Spill Response
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]All Workplace employees having a role in managing or maintaining oil containing devices must be able to initiate an appropriate oil spill response.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1496149528728{margin: 2px !important;padding: 2px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”8630″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1569419138317{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][vc_btn title=”HSSE WORLD Tool…
Tool Box Talk: Pneumatic tools
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Pneumatic tools offer great versatility and the capability to get a job done quickly and efficiently. As with any energized equipment there is the potential for harm to people or property. With this Spotlight we will discuss basic handling, use…
Tool Box Talk: Hydraulic Excavators: Lifting with Slings
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]An excavator is used primarily to dig and load. A crane is the preferred method for lifting materials or equipment; however, there may be times when using an excavator is a practical solution to an immediate need.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″…
Tool Box Talk: Hearing Protection
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]How Hearing Works If you’re one of the twenty-million individuals that are subject to dangerous noise-levels on the work site you will want to implement precautionary tactics to counter the danger of hearing loss. You’ll want to be educated on…
Tool Box Talk: Shift Work Dangers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There are many occupations that require shift work in order to continue business operations. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 15 million Americans work a job that requires some type of shift work. While some individuals choose to…
Tool Box Talk: Excavation
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Trenches are potential killers. The majority of fatal trench accidents occur where the depth is less than 1.5m. A cubic meter of earth can weigh over 1.5 Tones which will crush a man. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″ css=”.vc_custom_1494663199000{margin-bottom: 4px !important;border-top-width:…
Tool Box Talk: Hazardous Chemicals- Four Routes of Entry
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Chemicals exist on virtually every single work-site. Many chemicals used on the job are hazardous to humans depending on how an individual comes into contact with them as well as the amount of the chemical they are exposed to. Employees…
Tool Box Talk: Basic Electrical
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] With this toolbox talk we will shed light upon basic electrical safety geared towards non-electricians. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″ css=”.vc_custom_1494663199000{margin-bottom: 4px !important;border-top-width: 2px !important;border-right-width: 2px !important;border-bottom-width: 2px !important;border-left-width: 2px !important;background-color: #f4f4f4 !important;border-left-color: #e5e5e5 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #e5e5e5 !important;border-right-style: solid…
Tool Box Talk: Securing a construction Site
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There are many instances where the public make their way into a work site to run equipment for the thrill of it. Some other reasons such as theft, vandalism, curiosity, or even accidental entry are cause for people to enter…
