One characteristic of a workforce that is very important to achieve low injury numbers is having employees who consider how their decisions affect others. When workers think about each other when preparing for a task or doing a task, everyone wins…
Read MoreStriking fixed objects with moving equipment or vehicles is common in manufacturing settings, on construction sites, and for occupations such as delivery drivers. Striking fixed objects is 100% avoidable if the proper steps are taken to prevent these kinds of incidents…..
Read MoreEveryone has seen the commercials and the billboards warning people of the dangers of texting while driving. What about the dangers of using a cellphone while walking? There are many videos online of individuals who are distracted while walking and end up injured.
While some of these videos can be innocent and funny, the consequences of this unsafe act can be severe….
Read MoreWhether it is the proper training, tools, knowledge, time, materials, support, equipment, etc. there is a lot you need in place to do any one work task correctly.
It is important to take the time to get the right people involved depending on what you need to get your work done….
Read MoreThere are many hazards we face today anytime we operate a motor vehicle. Weather, poor road conditions, and wildlife are some common hazards on the road today. There are also many hazards created by other drivers on the road…..
Read MoreThe construction industry is often ever-changing, and with that change brings new and unique hazards to address…..
Read MoreThe way we setup our work areas make a huge impact on our ability to work safely as well as efficiently….
Read MoreIt is often what we consider small things or small hazards that cause the majority of injuries….
Read MoreThere is a long list of possibilities for what can contribute or cause a workplace injury…..
Read MoreThe way we look at people, what we wear, our facial expressions, and our body language are just a few ways we communicate with others outside of spoken word. It is important to be aware of what message we are sending to those around us and how it is affecting them or the work you are completing….
Read MoreMemory should never be relied on as the sole safeguard against a hazard….
Read MorePart of correctly mitigating a hazard in the workplace is taking ownership of it and seeing it through that it gets corrected….
Read MoreMany accidents can be prevented by using common sense…
Read MoreWhile being proactive in preventing bad things from occurring is critical to an effective safety program, time also needs spent discussing what to do in different emergency situations if one does occur…..
Read MoreUsing cellphones or other devices while driving has proven to be deadly. Cellphone use during driving is very prevalent on our roads today……
Read MoreRadios allow for communication across long distances which can help ensure that work tasks are completed safely and efficiently….
Read MoreWorkplace inspections are a necessity of any safety program. These inspections should be done prior to the start of work as well as periodically throughout the shift and at the end of the work task….
Read MoreTheft is a major concern for all companies. Construction companies especially deal with unique challenges in protecting themselves….
Read More“Housekeeping” is a foundation for not only a safe workplace, but also a productive one. When “housekeeping” is poor at a worksite, it can have a significant “ripple” effect, one being that employees are more likely to be hurt on the job….
Read MoreWith all the challenges and noise, we face in today’s world, it is difficult to be truly present in the moment we are in. This can be especially true at work. It is important to realize when our focus, attention, or mind is not fully present in the moment while completing a work task….
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