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OSHA Fact Sheet About Confined Space Hazards in Construction
OSHA recently released a new fact sheet explaining how its Confined Spaces in Construction standard affects common work areas in residential construction such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces.The fact sheet was developed after consultation with the National Association of Home …
Lockout Tagout – Knowledge is Power
Violations in Lockout Tagout procedures have consistently been one of OSHA’s Top 10 most cited. These violations not only cost employers millions of dollars, but not following proper procedures is fraught with risk for employees. With the right training and safeguards, violations and injuries …
Helpful Tips for a More Successful Road Trip
Heading out on a road trip this summer? Hitting the open road continues to be a very popular summer pastime. To make the most of your trip and reduce the headaches, here are some helpful tips to consider before you leave the driveway.Schedule a tune-up on your car, and don’t forget to check …
Water, Rest, and Shade for Outdoor Workers
Summer may have just officially started last week, but parts of the country have already been experiencing hot, humid weather. Workers in many industries may be required to do their jobs in these difficult conditions and face its dangers daily. When the human body is unable to maintain a normal …
Newly Released by NIOSH & OSHA: Updated Heat Safety Tool App
The redesigned OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool App was recently released. This smartphone app calculates the heat index at outdoor worksites using the phone’s built-in geolocation software to pull current weather conditions from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) …
OSHA: Safe + Sound Week to take place June 12-18, 2017
Sponsored by OSHA, Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event to raise awareness and understanding of the value of safety and health programs that include management leaderships, worker participation, and a systematic approach to finding and fixing hazards in the workplace.OSHA reminds employers that …
EPA Advises Facility Operators of Hurricane Season Precautions
With the start of hurricane season at the beginning of June, the Environmental Protection Agency issued a Hazardous Weather Release Prevention and Reporting alert to remind facility operators of certain regulations that require minimization of chemical releases during process shutdown operations. …
June is National Safety Month
Every June during National Safety Month, workplaces and organizations place special emphasis on the importance of safety, both at home and at work. The National Safety Council (NSC) is highlighting a different safety topic for each week:Week 1: Stand up to FallsTip: Reduce slips and falls by …
The Importance of Food Safety to Prevent Illness
If there are Memorial Day celebrations in your weekend plans, there’s a good chance that food will be part of them. Barbecue chicken, apple pie, or potato salad may find its way onto your plate. But if you or your host are not careful about prep or storage of the foods, you could be in for …
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OSHA Fact Sheet About Confined Space Hazards in Construction
OSHA recently released a new fact sheet explaining how its Confined Spaces in Construction standard affects common work areas in residential construction such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces.The fact sheet was developed after...Read Full Article
Lockout Tagout – Knowledge is Power
Violations in Lockout Tagout procedures have consistently been one of OSHA’s Top 10 most cited. These violations not only cost employers millions of dollars, but not following proper procedures is fraught with risk for employees. With the...Read Full Article
Helpful Tips for a More Successful Road Trip
Heading out on a road trip this summer? Hitting the open road continues to be a very popular summer pastime. To make the most of your trip and reduce the headaches, here are some helpful tips to consider before you leave the driveway.Schedule a...Read Full Article
