Allergies are an issue that many people have to pay attention to every day both on and off the job. There are many sources of allergens that can cause an allergic reaction. Common allergens include pollen, dust mites, food, drugs, latex, animal dander, insect stings, and mold. A few of these allergens may be an issue while on the job. It is important to know what you are allergic to as well as communicating it to others in case of an exposure resulting in an emergency situation. In this safety talk, we will discuss two common allergens that could be the source of a severe allergic reaction on the job.

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Slips, trips, and falls are one of the leading causes of injuries and fatalities in the workplace. According to OSHA, slip, trip, and fall incidents cause 15% of all accidental deaths and are second only to motor vehicle incidents as a cause of fatalities on the job. These types of incidents can result in life-changing injuries to the employees who suffer them. These incidents are also very costly for businesses. HUB reports that the average slip and fall injury costs $20,000.

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There has been much discussion about silica dust in the past few years. OSHA has issued a regulation to help protect workers from overexposure to this dust. It has been largely unregulated in the past, and because of this, many workers have been faced with overexposure to silica dust. The CDC reports that an estimated 1.7 million U.S. workers are exposed to silica dust on the job.

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Fire Hazards

If a fire breaks out in a LMK facility and it cannot be immediately and completely extinguished, you should follow the Emergency Reporting Procedures listed below.

 

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The following is a list of the safety equipment that should be worn and/or used by all employees working in sewer manholes at all times, unless stated otherwise.

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The following are the proper procedures and general safety precautions that will be followed

before entering a manhole for the purpose of taking flow measurements, performing inspections

or making sewer repairs:

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The construction of sewers should be in accordance with standard design, with special attention

to self-cleaning velocities, good alignment, proper spacing of manholes, and adequate provision

for ventilation. These design standards when followed, will provide for a safer work

environment. However, there are several other points of safety that are of major importance.

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Three-way communication can be critical in verifying a message is understood during a work task which can make all the difference in whether a worker is injured or not….

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Mosquitos are responsible for more human deaths every single year than any other insect or animal. According to Bill Gate’s website gatenotes.com, mosquitos are responsible for over 725,000 deaths a year. That number of deaths is more than the deaths caused by humans, dogs, snakes, roundworms, tapeworms, crocodiles, hippos, elephants, lions, wolves, and sharks combined on an annual basis.

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While many accidents are caused by distracted driving and driving under the influence, mechanical issues also lead to accidents.

Vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance are effective ways to prevent mechanical issue-related crashes….

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We use our hands for virtually all work tasks that we do. Because of how often we use our hands, they are put in the line of fire where they can be injured. Hand injuries are the second leading type of injury on the job in the United States.

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Ladders are an essential tool on many job sites and at home across the United States. Because of their widespread use and the inherent danger of working at heights, they are responsible for a significant number of injuries both on and off the job. Understanding the hazards of using a ladder, following the necessary safe work practices, and avoiding complacency can be a lifesaver.

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inspected on a regular basis, and are sanitized before and after use. The SCBA training video

will be viewed twice a year by all personnel.

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The concentration of the hazard will be monitored before respirator selection and periodically

thereafter to ensure that the correct respirators are being utilized.

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Employees will use respirators provided in accordance with training received.

Employees must report any malfunction of a respirator to their supervisor immediately, and that

respirator will be taken out of service to be repaired or replaced.

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Health and safety is of primary importance when working in the field. LMK Pipe Renewal

desires that each employee be thoroughly aware of the following preventative measures: Field

workers have an exposure to polluted water and refuse by virtue of the very nature of their work

during the installation of the liners.

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Every single year slip, trip, and fall injuries are some of the most common and costly injuries that occur in the workplace. Many people probably assume that falls from heights cost companies more every year than falls on the same level, but this is not the case.

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hard physical labor that presents many different hazards for the individuals who work in this field. While there needs to be a steady or even fast pace at times, it is important to take the time to recognize the hazards of the work and mitigate them. Many of the related hazards to concrete work can be controlled through elimination and communication.

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