When someone is choking with a completely blocked airway, no oxygen can enter the lungs. The brain is extremely sensitive to a lack of oxygen and begins to die within four to six minutes. Irreversible brain death occurs in as little as 10 minutes.
A 27-year-old male employee was fatally injured when he was crushed between the railing of a scissor lift and a mezzanine outer support beam while installing insulation on duct work.
Use this chart as a reference to help you identify common struck-by/caught-between hazards and ways to protect your workers against them and in some cases, eliminate the hazard altogether.
The prevention of struck-by and caught-between related hazards and injuries is a primary focus of OHS/OSHA inspectors. Here’s how you can help your organization protect workers and keep them safe on the job.
Struck-by incidents contributed to almost 1,000 construction worker fatalities in the last 5 years according to a new report from the Center for Construction Research and Training.
Caught-in and caught-between hazards account for:
From a moral and legal standpoint, it is simply unacceptable to ignore the issue of sexual harassment in the workplace.
An anti-harassment policy is a key component of a complete harassment prevention effort.
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This video describes in detail how to lift objects safely. The variety of lifting tasks in industry require specific techniques to prevent painful and costly back injuries. This video also explains the anatomy of the back, the 10:1 lever principle and details proper safe lifting techniques.
Back injuries frequently occur in the workplace during lifting. The tips and techniques provided in this video will offer alternatives to lifting or carrying and will show the benefits of using helpful tools like dollies and carts to prevent back injuries. Viewers will learn the necessary step-by-step safety procedures to prepare the body for safe lifting as well as instruction on how to properly lift under any circumstances.
Slips, trips and falls are the second-leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities. This new, engaging and fast-paced program will motivate your employees to recognize and respect the common causes of slips, trips and falls, and teach them procedures and techniques to prevent them from occurring and causing injury.
Many of us tend to think more about shoes in terms of styles, but safety shoes are more than a different style. They protect your feet from hazards that you encounter in your workplace. This program stresses to viewers the importance of selecting and wearing proper footwear to prevent painful foot and toe injuries. Topics include Slip-Resistant Shoes, Puncture-Resistant Soles, Metatarsal Guards and Selecting The Proper Footwear.
The variety of lifting tasks in industry require specific techniques to prevent painful and costly back injuries. Video explains the anatomy of the back, the 10:1 lever principle and details proper safe lifting techniques.
(9 Minutes)
This video shows how to properly position chairs, mouse, monitor, keyboard and covers general ergonomic principles so employees will have a better understanding of how to prevent ergonomic injuries. The video explains proper hand, arm, feet, and leg positions while working at a computer. Steps that can be taken to reduce ergonomic related hazards are discussed in detail.
(14 Minutes)
In this effective and motivational program, your employees will learn how the body functions, risk factors associated with overexertion type injuries, and preventive measures they can utilize to reduce their exposure and prevent injuries. The program teaches the impact their posture can have on their body and the cumulative affect of improper lifting techniques. The visual graphics and comprehensive information will educate and motivate your employees to make the proper decisions and lifestyle adjustments to ensure their health and safety.
(14 Minutes)
This video outlines the legal definition of sexual harassment and provides employees with information regarding the recognition and reporting of sexual harassment.
(16 Minutes)
Since it's your first time, you may want to checkout some of the video tutorials.
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