Emergency! Would You Know How to Respond?
Quick! A co-worker has just been seriously injured and emergency medical assistance is needed. Do you know what to do?
6 Typical Electrical Hazards in the Workplace
Electrical shock is a leading cause of workplace fatalities and almost every day approximately one electrocution, 10 disabling injuries and 100 electrical shocks are reported.
10 Basic Safety Rules Gallery10 Basic Safety Rules
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10 Basic Safety Rules
Workplace safety can be a complex issue, but learning and adhering to a few safety basics can go a long way toward keeping employees safe on the job. Many workplace injuries and fatalities are directly related to either not knowing how to do something and attempting it anyway or committing unsafe acts through inattention or for other reasons.
Avoid the Discomfort of Computer Vision Syndrome
Focusing on a stationary object like a screen for a long period of time can have health consequences. The most common is a temporary condition called Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS).
Screwdrivers Are Big Drivers of Injuries
Every tool has a purpose, but many workers attempt to find new and unsafe applications for the tools they use. And the common screwdriver just might be the most misused tool in the workplace.
Poor Respirator Fit: It’ll Take Your Breath Away
Using poor-fitting respiratory protection can be as bad as using nothing at all. Even worse, the harm to your body from respiratory hazards can be impossible to detect or even take years to develop.
Machinery in Motion GalleryMachinery in Motion
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Machinery in Motion
In this Safety Talk, we’ll discuss what happens during a caught-between incident, how to avoid hazardous situations when working with machinery, and provide some tips on how to work around machinery without getting hurt.
Unwrapping a Less Stressful Holiday Season
The holiday season often brings two very unwelcomed guests – stress and depression. With increased demands on your time, your wallet, and your patience it can be hard to enjoy the season with family and friends.
Big Dangers Lurk in Confined Spaces
An average of two workers a week die in confined space incidents.
Don’t Get Caught With Your Guard Down GalleryDon’t Get Caught With Your Guard Down
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Don’t Get Caught With Your Guard Down
Getting caught in machinery is every worker's nightmare, but you can prevent it from becoming yours with a little vigilance.
How to Prevent Same Level Falls
WHAT'S AT STAKE Most workers have a healthy respect for [...]
Are You Too Tough to Work Safely?
It?s a great thing to be courageous and to have nerves of steel. There are many important tasks that would never get done if it weren?t for those who were brave enough and tough enough to tackle them. But there is a fine line between being brave and being dangerous.
When to Use a Fire Extinguisher: 3 P’s Before You PASS GalleryWhen to Use a Fire Extinguisher: 3 P’s Before You PASS
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When to Use a Fire Extinguisher: 3 P’s Before You PASS
In a heroic attempt to extinguish an apartment fire, two men working in a residential building found extinguishers in a hallway and raced to the unit. Although they had just rescued a tenant from the same unit, they were both overcome by thick smoke and died of cardiac arrest.
Don’t Let an Injury Go to Your Head GalleryDon’t Let an Injury Go to Your Head
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Don’t Let an Injury Go to Your Head
Head injuries are one of the most serious types of injuries that can occur at work.
Break The Mold To Save Your Breath
While anthrax concerns have increased public awareness of respiratory biological hazards, there are many other common biological agents affecting workers every day. This safety talk will discuss a few of these hazards. What you need
Some Mosquitoes Carry Bad News
In humans, most West Nile virus infections cause either no symptoms or a mild flu-like illness. Severe infections include high fever, stiff neck, disorientation, tremors, muscle weakness and paralysis. The most severely affected patients may
Extension Cord Care, Repair GalleryExtension Cord Care, Repair
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Extension Cord Care, Repair
Even a simple extension cord needs to be looked after. It's a shock orfire hazard when deteriorated, worn-out or used improperly.
Using Portable Electric-powered Tools Safely GalleryUsing Portable Electric-powered Tools Safely
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Using Portable Electric-powered Tools Safely
Portable electric-powered tools can be indispensable. They can also be deadly. Each year, thousands of construction workers are injured using these otherwise handy tools.
Carbon Monoxide Can Kill
When fuel is burned, carbon monoxide is a byproduct. This gas kills thousands of people at work and at home each year.
Don’t Forget Good Housekeeping GalleryDon’t Forget Good Housekeeping
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Don’t Forget Good Housekeeping
Housekeeping may not be your favorite job, but a messy workplace is where injuries occur.
Avoid Workplace Violence
How This Affects You: Workplace violence can happen to anyone, even you.
Machine Guards Defend Safety GalleryMachine Guards Defend Safety
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Machine Guards Defend Safety
Moving machinery is everywhere. Even something as innocent as a photocopier contains moving parts.
Hand Tool Hazards GalleryHand Tool Hazards
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Hand Tool Hazards
We all know how important it is to use caution around power tools. But what about tools in general? Can a wrench really be dangerous?
Avoid Repetitive Strain Injuries
If your job involves repeated motion or vibration to the hands, carpal tunnel syndrome could creep up on you. It tends to occur in carpentry, cashiering and assembly line work, but it can also occur in many other kinds of work.
How to Clean Up at Work
Workplace housekeeping has been an important part of job safety programs for many years. Whether you are working in a traditional factory or a 21st century work setting such as a wind energy tower, good housekeeping can be a life-saver.
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