Attitude And Behavior – General Safety
Attitude and Behavior General Safety Humans instinctively seek to avoid pain and death. And yet, we may behave in a manner that is a threat to our well-being. There are…
Don’t Let This Be You – Electrical Safety
Don’t Let This Be You – Electrical Safety A crew of four linemen were installing intermediate poles on an existing single phase 14.4 KV distribution line. Three of the workers…
Do You Need To Travel With a Load?
Do You Need To Travel With a Load? It is well known that vehicle accidents result in many occupational fatalities. Vehicle inspection and maintenance are important elements to a comprehensive…
Backing Into Trouble
Backing Into Trouble General Safety When we are walking around on the job, particularly when handling material, we are subject to many dangers. Think about the following scenarios and see…
Static Electricity – It can be a shocker!
Static Electricity – It can be a shocker! Remember when you dragged your feet across the rug and then touched your brother or sister’s ear! That got their attention! We…
Do Cellular Phones Cause More Vehicle Accidents?
Do Cellular Phones Cause More Vehicle Accidents? It’s common knowledge that the number one cause of work-related fatalities is vehicle accidents. Most companies have at least one truck, if not…
Poisonous Plants
Poisonous Plants Blue-Green Algae (appearance of blue-green paint or scum on the surface of the water): Wear boots and gloves when working in marine environments Rinse exposed skin with clean,…
Forklift Safety-General Operating Rules
Forklift Safety-General Operating Rules Operating a forklift takes skill and knowledge. The forklift operator and those around the operator must treat the forklift with proper respect. Using proper procedures, such…
Reporting and Investigating an Accident
Reporting and Investigating an Accident You should be constantly alert to potential causes of accidents—before they happen. All unsafe acts or conditions should be reported to your supervisor immediately, even…
Material Handling
Material Handling Material handling accounts for about one quarter of all occupational injuries; the most common injuries being strains, sprains and contusions. The principal causes of the injuries are the…