Gloves - of materials such as nitrile, poly vinyl chloride, natural rubber (latex) and butyl rubber
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).
That's why employers conduct hazard assessments to determine what PPE is required and when. Many people think PPE is automatically required by regulatory agencies such as OSHA (the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
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?
Working in cold weather can have a chilling effect on your body. You are at risk for impaired motor function, impaired judgment and cold stress injuries and illness.
Eyes are one of the most vulnerable parts of the body. They are susceptible to all kinds of injuries in the workplace if they are not properly protected.
In a world filled with scented soap, fragrant shampoo and sweet-smelling perfume, staying upwind can be a constant challenge. For anyone sensitive to scents, the workplace can be downright hazardous to your health.
Your feet and toes may be at the opposite end from your head, but you still need to use your brain when it comes to which type of shoes you wear in the winter.
An injury which would be minor if it occurred elsewhere can be extremely serious if it occurs on the eye. For example, a piece of metal which is shot through the air from a grinder
Sus manos corren una variedad de peligros diariamente en el trabajo.
Every day thousands of workers are exposed to sight altering and life altering eye injuries. Of those workers exposed, over 2,000 end up needing medical treatment each day because of a job-related eye injury.
Let's look first at the problem of stored materials. Materials are piled in the yard, in the truck or at various places on the jobsite.
Cuando trata de protegerse los oídos debe preguntarse he escuchado lo suficiente?
The hardhat is an essential piece of safety gear no construction worker should be without. Not all hardhats are made equal, however. Some provide only minor protection, while others are designed to protect workers from falling objects and electric shocks as high as 20,000 volts.
There are a number of hazards your hands encounter every day on the job. Here are a few examples.
Bloodborne pathogens are infectious agents that can cause illness and death.
Too much noise can cause permanent hearing loss. It develops gradually and without pain, but noise-induced hearing loss cannot be reversed.
It is of the utmost importance to protect yourself from head injuries. We all have heard of people who have received head injuries and how their lives have been tragically changed. If you have worn
Being splashed in the face with molten metal and being splashed with water will have dramatically different results on your body.
They carry you through heat or cold, wet and slippery conditions. Your feet are also at risk from falling construction materials and equipment. No wonder wearing approved steel-toed boots can be required on the job.
When it comes to personal protective equipment, your hardhat is as vital as every other piece of PPE you wear.
Tuck your thumbs into the palms of your hands and try to tie your shoes, open a bottle, or hold a utensil.
When your feet hurt, everything hurts. Ask anyone finishing a long shift in bad shoes.
Wet cement is a leading cause of skin problems for workers. These problems can be mild and short lived or severe and chronic.
Working outside puts workers at risk for countless hazards.
Since it's your first time, you may want to checkout some of the video tutorials.
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