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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.

 

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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. 

Unwrapping a Less Stressful Holiday Season2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

What is a Hot Work Permit?

Almost every organization has the need for hot work?welding, cutting, brazing, etc.? on some level. Some workplaces do more hot work than others and have designated areas for this work, such as a welding station. These areas are set up to be free of combustible materials and other ignitable materials, and have welding screens that surround the workers to catch any stray sparks. The use of flammable substances in these areas is prohibited and appropriate fire extinguishers are kept nearby. But this is not the case when a welder has to do spot hot work in a facility.

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Cell Phone Distractions Don’t End Once Your Car is Parked

We all know about the dangers of using a cell phone while driving. But if you think driving a car while talking on a cell phone is dangerous, imagine the hazards of operating a forklift, working on an assembly line or performing other safety-sensitive jobs while chatting away on a cell phone.

Cell Phone Distractions Don’t End Once Your Car is Parked2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Operating a Forklift Requires Training

Forklift safety is an essential part of warehouse and housekeeping safety. A forklift incident can easily injure its driver, as well as workers who share floor space with forklifts.

Operating a Forklift Requires Training2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Just Plumb Dangerous

Plumbers are treated most often for eye injuries, but the job has many other dangers, including: explosive solvent vapors from glues, joint compounds and primers biohazards from human waste corrosive chemicals asbestos used for insulation

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Stay Safe Around Gas Cylinders

These cylinders have numerous applications, from breathing and welding to sample testing. The gases commonly found in them include oxygen, nitrogen, acetylene, chlorine and liquid propane (LPG). Many cylinders contain high pressure and will hurtle

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Keep Aluminum Ladders Away From Electricity

Aluminum ladders are lightweight and easy to use. But aluminum ladders have one major drawback-they conduct electricity more readily than ladders made of other materials such as wood or fiberglass.

Keep Aluminum Ladders Away From Electricity2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Air Under Pressure is Hazardous

Tools using compressed air can be worth their weight in gold. Handled properly, they save a lot of sweating, grunting and possibly swearing.

Air Under Pressure is Hazardous2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Avoid Electrical Hazards

Your workplace probably has countless electrical tools and devices capable of delivering a fatal electrical shock.

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Forklift Safety Involves Everyone! – Spanish

Qué tiene que ver usted con la seguridad de los montacargas?

Forklift Safety Involves Everyone! – Spanish2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

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.

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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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Bad Housekeeping Can Bring Unthinkable Consequences

Poor housekeeping causes a wide range of injuries and fatalities, ranging from painful slips, trips and falls, to workers being unable to evacuate burning buildings because of blocked fire exits, to dust explosions that can claim multiple lives in an instant.

Bad Housekeeping Can Bring Unthinkable Consequences2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

Resolve Conflict Before it Escalates into Violence

Operations are undergoing near constant change in many facilities to help increase productivity, improve safety and reduce waste. Workers may feel strongly about their opinions, or have a hard time adapting to change. Conflict is to be expected in this fast-paced work environment.

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Turn the Heat Down on Conflict Before it Boils Over

In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and frustrated, especially at work. Your co-workers likely feel the same, so it’s no surprise that the workplace can be a prime place for conflict. Here are some tips for resolving conflict:

Turn the Heat Down on Conflict Before it Boils Over2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00

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