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
Planning Toolbox Talks 6 Things to Consider
Toolbox talks are a quick and easy way to deliver key safety information to workers and provide brief refresher training. They allow you to make safety a regular habit and keep it at the top of everyone’s mind. But some…
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] Â 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…
Tool Box Talk: Manual Handling of loads at work
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Manual Handling Operation is any transporting or supporting of a load, including the lifting, lowering, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving, by hand or by bodily force. Picking up and carrying a toolbox or a step ladder or even…
Tool Box Talk: Back Sprains and strains
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You may not be aware, but the most commonly experienced workplace injury is also the most avoidable. 50% of US employees are expected to experience physical damage to their lower back at some point. Even if you believe you aren’t…
