Lockout/Tagout

Developer Cited for Alleged Willful, Serious Health and Safety Violations Facing $48,100 in Proposed Fines

A New York building developer was inspected in response to [...]

Developer Cited for Alleged Willful, Serious Health and Safety Violations Facing $48,100 in Proposed FinesVicky Pickford2018-02-07T00:00:00+00:00

Drainage Products Company Cited for Willful, Serious Violations Issued $41,000 in Proposed Penalties
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Drainage Products Company Cited for Willful, Serious Violations Issued $41,000 in Proposed Penalties

Article, English, General Industry, Health and Safety Management, Industry, JSA/Audits/Inspections, Language, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Machinery/Equipment, PPE, Topic, Type

Drainage Products Company Cited for Willful, Serious Violations Issued $41,000 in Proposed Penalties

A willful citation was issued for alleged failure to fully [...]

Drainage Products Company Cited for Willful, Serious Violations Issued $41,000 in Proposed PenaltiesVicky Pickford2018-02-07T00:00:00+00:00

Six Things to Know About Lockout/Tagout

Countless workers have been seriously injured or killed because they [...]

Six Things to Know About Lockout/TagoutVicky Pickford2018-02-07T00:00:00+00:00

Electrical Safety Video

Program designed to make employees aware of basic electrical safety in the workplace. Review of safety requirements on plugs, cords, cables, disconnect switches, hand/power safety, and other electrical safety equipment.
(12 Minutes)

Electrical Safety VideoVicky Pickford2018-02-06T00:00:00+00:00

Lockout Tagout Safety Video

This video covers the purpose of lockout – tagout, the hazards associated with the accidental release of stored energy, proper lockout – tagout procedures for attaining zero energy state, proper startup procedures and special situations. Lockout – Tagout Procedures creates an awareness and respect for the hazards and motivates your works to follow best practices to prevent incidents and ensure their safety.
(16 Minutes)

Lockout Tagout Safety VideoVicky Pickford2018-02-06T00:00:00+00:00

Basic Electrical Safety – Spanish

This video is designed to make employees aware of basic electrical safety in the workplace. It reviews safety requirements on plugs, cords, cables, disconnect switches, hand/power safety, and other electrical safety equipment.
(10 Min)

Basic Electrical Safety – SpanishVicky Pickford2018-02-06T00:00:00+00:00

Basic Electrical Safety

This video is designed to make employees aware of basic electrical safety in the workplace. It reviews the safety requirements on plugs, cords, cables, disconnect switches, hand/power safety, and other electrical safety equipment.
(10 minutes)

Basic Electrical SafetyVicky Pickford2018-02-06T00:00:00+00:00

Hand And Power Tool Safety Safety Video – Spanish

Explains electrical safety, impact tools, wrenches, cheater bars, and miscellaneous safety when using hand and power tools. Emphasizes safety behavior and attitude.

Hand And Power Tool Safety Safety Video – SpanishVicky Pickford2018-02-06T00:00:00+00:00

Lockout/Tagout Safety Video – Spanish

Lockout/tagout procedures are vital to a safe work environment. If you utilize powered equipment, everyone in your facility needs to be aware of proper lockout/tagout procedures. This video is a great way to start your training.

Lockout/Tagout Safety Video – SpanishVicky Pickford2018-02-06T00:00:00+00:00

Machine Guarding and Conveyor Safety Safety Video – Spanish

Emphasizes that machine guarding is not foolproof and requires employee responsibility when working with machinery. The last segment of the program addresses safety concerns regarding employees who work with or near conveyor systems.

Machine Guarding and Conveyor Safety Safety Video – SpanishVicky Pickford2018-02-06T00:00:00+00:00

Company Cited for Alleged Serious, Repeat Safety Violations Facing $79,000 in Proposed Fines
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Company Cited for Alleged Serious, Repeat Safety Violations Facing $79,000 in Proposed Fines

Article, Electrical, English, First Aid and Emergency Response, General Industry, Health and Safety Management, Industry, JSA/Audits/Inspections, Language, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Machinery/Equipment, Topic, Type

Company Cited for Alleged Serious, Repeat Safety Violations Facing $79,000 in Proposed Fines

An OSHA inspection found numerous instances of unguarded or inadequately [...]

Company Cited for Alleged Serious, Repeat Safety Violations Facing $79,000 in Proposed FinesVicky Pickford2018-02-03T00:00:00+00:00

Company Cited for Alleged Willful, Repeat and Serious Violations

Repeat and Serious Violations OSHA initiated an investigation of a [...]

Company Cited for Alleged Willful, Repeat and Serious ViolationsVicky Pickford2018-02-03T00:00:00+00:00

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.

Machinery in MotionVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Plug into PPE for Electrical Work
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Plug into PPE for Electrical Work

Electrical, English, General Industry, General Safety, Hospitality, Industry, Language, Lockout/Tagout, PPE, Safety Talk, Teach, Teach a Course, Topic, Type

Plug into PPE for Electrical Work

On average more than 150 workers in North America are killed every year from electric shock, burns, and other effects caused by dangerous exposure to electricity. Many of these deaths could have been prevented by wearing the right personal protective equipment (PPE).

Plug into PPE for Electrical WorkVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Keep your Guard Up around Machines

Exposure to unguarded or improperly guarded machines causes over 1000 deaths and 20,000 serious cuts, crushing injuries, scalpings and amputations every year

Keep your Guard Up around MachinesVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Protecting Against Electrical Hazards

Thousands of non-disabling and disabling injuries occur annually from work with electricity and on average one person dies every day from an electrical incident on the job.

Protecting Against Electrical HazardsVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Stay Alert to Stay Alive

Struck-by and caught-between hazards account for over 1,500 workplace deaths a year and are present in almost every industry sector.

Stay Alert to Stay AliveVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Lockout/Tagout/Tryout: Your Key to Safety

Meanwhile, Bill the operator returned from his break. He did not see John and there was no indication the machine was under repair. Assuming his machine was ready to run, Bill started it. He had

Lockout/Tagout/Tryout: Your Key to SafetyVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Don’t Press Your Luck with Power Presses
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Don’t Press Your Luck with Power Presses

English, General Industry, General Safety, Industry, Language, Lockout/Tagout, Machinery/Equipment, Manufacturing, Safety Talk, Teach, Teach a Course, Topic, Type

Don’t Press Your Luck with Power Presses

What's at Stake? Do you think it's a good idea [...]

Don’t Press Your Luck with Power PressesVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Lock Out Hazardous Energy
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Lock Out Hazardous Energy

English, General Safety, Industry, Language, Lockout/Tagout, Machinery/Equipment, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Chemical, Manufacturing Food, Safety Talk, Teach, Teach a Course, Topic, Type

Lock Out Hazardous Energy

You must take steps to prevent equipment from becoming energized while it is being worked on. The energy can be pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, chemical or thermal. There can be other sources as well —

Lock Out Hazardous EnergyVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Guards Keep You From Danger

A sawmill worker suffered multiple fractures to his right arm when it became caught in an edger outfeed chain and sprocket. For unknown reasons, he had lifted the guard to check the drive mechanism.

Guards Keep You From DangerVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

How to Avoid Workplace Electrocution
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How to Avoid Workplace Electrocution

Electrical, English, General Safety, Industry, Language, Lockout/Tagout, Safety Talk, Teach, Teach a Course, Topic, Type, Utilities

How to Avoid Workplace Electrocution

Many victims of workplace electrocution are the people who maintain electrical equipment. Here are some reminders for staying safe while making this equipment safe.

How to Avoid Workplace ElectrocutionVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Put A Lock On Stored Energy – Spanish
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Put A Lock On Stored Energy – Spanish

Electrical, General Industry, General Safety, Industry, Language, Lockout/Tagout, Safety Talk, Spanish, Teach, Teach a Course, Topic, Type

Put A Lock On Stored Energy – Spanish

La energía mantiene el lugar de trabajo en funcionamiento, pero puede también matarlo

Put A Lock On Stored Energy – SpanishVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

La protecciandoacute;n contra las lesiones Guard Against Injuries
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La protecciandoacute;n contra las lesiones
Guard Against Injuries

General Industry, General Safety, Industry, Injury/Illness, Language, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Machinery/Equipment, Safety Talk, Spanish, Teach, Teach a Course, Topic, Type

La protecciandoacute;n contra las lesiones
Guard Against Injuries

Los dispositivos de protección en las máquinas han salvado muchas vidas y prevenido innumerables lesiones al evitar que el trabajador entre en contacto con equipos en movimiento.

La protecciandoacute;n contra las lesiones
Guard Against InjuriesVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Put a Lock on Stored Energy
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Put a Lock on Stored Energy

Construction, Electrical, English, General Industry, Industry, Language, Lockout/Tagout, Manufacturing, Safety Talk, Teach, Teach a Course, Topic, Type

Put a Lock on Stored Energy

Energy keeps the workplace going, but it can also kill. Unexpected release of energy is the cause of many serious injuries.

Put a Lock on Stored EnergyVicky Pickford2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00