Holiday Season Safety
We want to see you back here at work, safe and sound, after the holiday season.
Working in a Winter Wonderland
In this Safety Talk, we’ll learn about three conditions caused by working in the cold, how to prevent them, and precautions you can take to stay safe while working in a winter wonderland.
Hurricane Safety
Hurricanes can be devastating, affecting the safety and well-being of individuals and families. Hurricanes destroy homes and businesses, cost lives, separate families and cause financial instability.
Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot? Stay Safe While Working in the Heat GalleryFeeling Hot, Hot, Hot? Stay Safe While Working in the Heat
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Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot? Stay Safe While Working in the Heat
Heat-related illnesses can range from annoying to deadly, and progress quickly if the person doesn’t receive appropriate medical treatment. Read this safety talk and protect workers from heat related illnesses.
Be Wary of Treacherous Black Ice
What we call black ice is sleet or rain or melted snow that freezes as a sheet and is not visible as ice. The road looks the same as it always does, which is why
Layer Up for Warmth
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.
Stinging Insects
For outside workers, stinging insects are a summertime job hazard. Stings are usually just an unpleasant annoyance, but occasionally they can cause serious illness and death.
Spinning Out of Control with Winter Road Hazards
Winter weather can be unpredictable and dangerous. Getting caught in a winter storm can be downright deadly if you aren’t prepared.
Don’t Fall for Winter
In cold weather conditions, people are usually careful to put winter tires on the car and drive according to road conditions, but they don’t always exercise the same caution when walking across snowy, icy or wet surfaces.
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.
Safety Tips for Those Working Around Water GallerySafety Tips for Those Working Around Water
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Safety Tips for Those Working Around Water
People who aren’t expecting to end up in water often are not prepared for that possibility and the results can be tragic. Every year in the United States and Canada, an estimated 3,800 people drown, with many of these victims being people who ended up in the water unintentionally.
Use Your Head When It Comes to Your Feet GalleryUse Your Head When It Comes to Your Feet
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Use Your Head When It Comes to Your Feet
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.
Prevent Cold Stress Injuries and Liability with Exposure Control Plan GalleryPrevent Cold Stress Injuries and Liability with Exposure Control Plan
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Prevent Cold Stress Injuries and Liability with Exposure Control Plan
If your workers work outdoors or in unheated indoor spaces, [...]
Summer Safety Checklist GallerySummer Safety Checklist
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Summer Safety Checklist
Summer Safety Checklist HEAT STRESS PREVENTION Drink plenty of water [...]
Weed Eater Pre-Start Checklist
Weed Eater Pre-Start Checklist Belts Secured? Not cracked [...]
Word Search – Winter Safety GalleryWord Search – Winter Safety
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Word Search – Winter Safety
The topic of this puzzle is winter safety. See if you can find all the listed words within the puzzle. While you are searching, think about the words. They describe some of the hazards and safeguards relating to winter.
Wind Blows Wall Over Onto Worker
A laborer was killed when a high wind blew over an unsupported concrete block wall. He was part of a three-person team laying subflooring during construction of a townhouse building. The other two workers had
Farm Worker Dies from Heat Stroke
Joe had been working in the North Carolina tobacco field for just over a week. The first few days on the farm were hot and humid, with welcome breaks of rain. But on this day, there was no rain. The thermometer had already climbed to 95F when Joe stopped for his soda and cracker break at 10 a.m. By the time the temperature reached between 100F and 108F at 3 p.m., Joe complained to the crew leader that he wasn?t feeling well. The crew leader gave Joe a drink of water and drove him back to the workers? housing, where he left Joe to rest for a while. Forty-five minutes later, Joe was found on the steps of the house. He was unconscious. Emergency medical services were called and Joe was transported to the hospital, where his core body temperature was recorded at 108F. But Joe didn?t respond to the medical personnel?s attempts to cool him. His death was attributed to heat stroke.
Crew Decided To Work Under Shadow Of Tree
A supervisor in a logging operation was killed by a falling tree. The crew of three had been working under a tight deadline as they cut dead trees to be removed by helicopter. The supervisor
Young Immigrant Dies of Heat Stress GalleryYoung Immigrant Dies of Heat Stress
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Young Immigrant Dies of Heat Stress
A 19-year-old immigrant from Mexico died from heat stress on the job in Fort Worth, TX, where he reportedly never saw a paycheck.
Tree Trimmer Suffocates In Foliage
A 44-year-old experienced tree trimmer died recently after apparently suffocating in the foliage of a palm tree in San Diego, CA.
Falling Debris Kills Film Crew Worker
A film crew member was killed in an unusual incident in cold weather a couple of months ago in Toronto.
Snow Clearing Procedures Weren’t Safe: Judge
Operating a provincially-run cable ferry in Nova Scotia was only part of Donald LeBlanc's job.
Fatal Bear Attack Brings Charges Against Employer
If your company sends its workers into areas where they may encounter potentially dangerous wildlife, here's a heads up:
Don’t Walk Away From Heat Illness Victims
Editor's note: Toiling outdoors under a sizzling sun isn't an issue in much of North America at this time of year
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