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Jessica Barrett

Jessica is a freelance writer, editor, and communications consultant. After starting her career in the travel industry, she branched out on her own in 2016 and hasn't looked back since. Jessica is a regular contributor to several websites and works with numerous small businesses and NGOs around the world to craft content for both online and offline platforms. When she isn't writing, you might find her practicing yoga or adventuring (aka eating) her way through a new country. You an learn more about her on her website.

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Articles by Jessica Barrett

Layering FR garments Layering FR garments Layering FR garments Layering FR garments


Selecting FR clothing is fairly simple - until you decide to layer them. Find out what you need to know before layering FR gear.

Hydration tips from the research on athletic performance Hydration tips from the research on athletic performance Hydration tips from the research on athletic performance Hydration tips from the research on athletic performance


We can learn a lot about hydration by studying the people who push their bodies to the limit. Find out what research on athletic...

Tips for beating heat stress in hot working environments Tips for beating heat stress in hot working environments Tips for beating heat stress in hot working environments Tips for beating heat stress in hot working environments


Preventing heat stress involves more than just drinking water. Check out these surprising things you can do to stay safe while working in...

Summer Work Hazards Summer Work Hazards Summer Work Hazards Summer Work Hazards


Summer brings a number of safety challenges for outdoor workers. Here are the biggest ones.

Forklift maintenance best practices Forklift maintenance best practices Forklift maintenance best practices Forklift maintenance best practices


Operating a forklift is risky, but too few people realize that inspecting and maintaining it also comes with hazards.

Preventing forklift injuries Preventing forklift injuries Preventing forklift injuries Preventing forklift injuries


Using forklifts in your workplace introduces a number of dangers to the drivers and their co-workers. Find out how to keep workers safe...

Protective clothing must fit properly to ensure worker safety Protective clothing must fit properly to ensure worker safety Protective clothing must fit properly to ensure worker safety Protective clothing must fit properly to ensure worker safety


One-size-fits-all protective clothing is not as simple as it sounds. Find out why a proper fit matters.

6 Important Items that Get Left Off Too Many Safety Budgets 6 Important Items that Get Left Off Too Many Safety Budgets 6 Important Items that Get Left Off Too Many Safety Budgets 6 Important Items that Get Left Off Too Many Safety Budgets


Are you cutting too much out of your safety budget? If you're leaving these items off, you just might be.

How to Deal with Winter Weather on the Construction Site How to Deal with Winter Weather on the Construction Site How to Deal with Winter Weather on the Construction Site How to Deal with Winter Weather on the Construction Site


Construction sites are risky places, but even more so in the winter. Learn about winter construction site hazards and how to deal with them.

A Spotlight on Mold Remediation A Spotlight on Mold Remediation A Spotlight on Mold Remediation A Spotlight on Mold Remediation


Mold issues should be dealt with immediately, but mold remediation carries its own risks. Find out what it takes to treat mold safely and...

Confined Space Safety 101: First Steps You Need to Take Before Sending Workers into a Confined Space Confined Space Safety 101: First Steps You Need to Take Before Sending Workers into a Confined Space Confined Space Safety 101: First Steps You Need to Take Before Sending Workers into a Confined Space Confined Space Safety 101: First Steps You Need to Take Before Sending Workers into a Confined Space


Safety in confined spaces is particularly challenging. Find out what you need to know before sending workers into one.

First aid for bone fractures First aid for bone fractures First aid for bone fractures First aid for bone fractures


Bone fractures are one of the most common seriously workplace injuries. Do you know what to do if a worker suffers one at your business?

Q&A by Jessica Barrett

Are stand-up forklifts safer? Are stand-up forklifts safer? Are stand-up forklifts safer? Are stand-up forklifts safer?


As you might expect, there’s no clear-cut answer to this question. Both sit-down and stand-up forklifts have their safety benefits...

What kind of PPE do forklift operators need? What kind of PPE do forklift operators need? What kind of PPE do forklift operators need? What kind of PPE do forklift operators need?


While engineering and administrative controls are always the first line of defense against injuries in the workplace, personal protective...

Lockout tagout for forklift maintenance Lockout tagout for forklift maintenance Lockout tagout for forklift maintenance Lockout tagout for forklift maintenance


Before we talk about when you should lockout a forklift, let’s discuss what the term even means.Locking Out a ForkliftLockout/tagout...

Is it possible to promote safety culture with temporary workers? Is it possible to promote safety culture with temporary workers? Is it possible to promote safety culture with temporary workers? Is it possible to promote safety culture with temporary workers?


Creating a strong culture of safety among your permanent staff is important, but it’s equally as important with temporary or contract...

Is post-accident drug testing permissible? Is post-accident drug testing permissible? Is post-accident drug testing permissible? Is post-accident drug testing permissible?


In December 2016, OSHA introduced a final rule (29 CFR 1904) that revised their regulations on recording and reporting occupational...

Should management take part in safety training? Should management take part in safety training? Should management take part in safety training? Should management take part in safety training?


Creating a safe workplace isn’t just about training lower-level workers to identify safety hazards and enabling them to take action...

What respirator do you need for the summer? What respirator do you need for the summer? What respirator do you need for the summer? What respirator do you need for the summer?


While some respirators are intended for cold weather use, you won’t generally find ones specifically for use in hot weather. During...

What's the difference between caution and warning signs? What's the difference between caution and warning signs? What's the difference between caution and warning signs? What's the difference between caution and warning signs?


It can be tricky to determine the meaning of signs, especially when the words all seem to be synonyms with each other. But don’t be...

Know the difference between AR and FR clothing Know the difference between AR and FR clothing Know the difference between AR and FR clothing Know the difference between AR and FR clothing


The world of PPE can be confusing, and it's not always easy to choose the right gear for a particular application. But when it comes to...

What is the best way to handle fogging in a Level A suit face visor? What is the best way to handle fogging in a Level A suit face visor? What is the best way to handle fogging in a Level A suit face visor? What is the best way to handle fogging in a Level A suit face visor?


Getting comfortable in your Level A safety suit is no easy feat. When you're working, you might notice your visor starting to fog up...

What is silica and why is it hazardous? What is silica and why is it hazardous? What is silica and why is it hazardous? What is silica and why is it hazardous?


A natural mineral found in the Earth, the most common form of silica is quartz. It’s a widely used industrial material and is...