Safety Topics Archives

Safety Moment: Understanding Safety Symbols and Signs

Hi, Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and another safety moment. How well do you recognize your safety signs and symbols? They say a picture's worth a thousand words, but more importantly,…

Safety Moment Video – Safety Management System Simplified: Introduction

Hi, Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and a Safety Moment.Actually, I'm going to present a series of Safety Moments on your Safety Management, simplified. 'Safety Management Systems…

Safety Moment Video – Safety Management System Simplified: Training

Hi Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and we're doing our series on Safety Management System Simplified.Again, that safety management system is so important. So we want to break it down and do…

Changing the Equation: Don’t Just Focus on the Direct Costs of Accidents

There was an accident here recently and one of the workers is off for at least six weeks. He's the only person on our shift with the training to operate the heavy machinery. Now, I'm stuck waiting…

Be Fire Safe at Work

Every organization needs to have a robust fire emergency plan that includes regular practice sessions. If a fire breaks out, be aware of what has fed it. Do not put water on a grease fire as the…

Safety Management System Simplified: Incident Investigations

Hi Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and another safety moment. We're continuing with our series on safety management system simplified.And we're down to our fourth component, which is…

Safety Management System Simplified: Documentation and Reporting

Hi Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and another safety moment. We're finishing up our series on safety management system simplified. Remember we had those five components today. We're…

Safety Management System Simplified: Inspections

Hi Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and another safety moment. We're continuing with our series on safety management system simplified. Again, we can get overwhelmed by the complexity of the…

Fire Extinguishers: Foam or Dry Chemical?

In our safety training orientation during my first week at work, I had learned fire safety basics — I knew that there were different types of fires (although I have to admit that I was confused…

Wear Workout Gloves

When you work out, sweat on your hands can affect your grip on the bar. If you’re lifting heavy on a move like the bench press, this can pose a danger. Workout gloves enable you to maintain a firm…

Safety Moment Video – Safety Management System Simplified: Hazard Identification and Control

Hi, Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and a Safety Moment. We're doing a series on Safety Management System, Simplified. We are looking at that first component which is hazard identification…

Safety Moment Video – Risk Taking

Hi Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia with another safety moment.I want to talk to you about taking risks. We are risk takers. We all take risks and I want to encourage people to actually take…

Safety Moment Video – Safety Observations

Hi, Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and another safety moment.In one of my last safety moments, I talked about the importance of doing safety walks. Something that goes along really well with…

Red Beard Safety Video – Trust but Verify

Trust, but verify. Hey everybody it's Red Beard with isitrecordable.com, safeopedia.com, and AccuStatsUSA.com.I want to talk about trusting your employees but also verifying what they're…

Safety Moment Video – Safety Walks

Hi, Bryan McWhorter here from Safeopedia with another safety moment.I have a quick question for you. In your work environment, how often do you or members of management or those in leadership roles…

Safety Moment Video – The Safety Epiphany

Hi Bryan McWhorter here from Safeopedia with another safety moment. When I'm teaching safety. I'll often mention the importance of having the epiphany of how important safety is. Our values…

Safety Moment Video – Black Belt Safety

Hi, Bryan McWhorter here from Safeopedia with another safety moment. Samurai style.My first vocation in life was actually teaching self defense. I enjoy teaching self-defense at places like Kansas…

Safety Snake Bites Video – Couch Safety Lessons

This video takes a light-hearted look at a very serious issue that plagues work sites all around the world. It’s about our tendencies to “work around” a hazard that should be…

Red Beard Safety Video – Story Time & Ghosting

Hey everybody, story time with Red Beard. Hey everybody it's Red Beard with isitrecordable.com, AccuStatsUSA.com, and safeopedia.com.How many of you have been ghosted before? Do you know what I…

Safety Moment Video – Treat a Near Miss Like an Incident

That was a near miss and that was a close call, a brow swiper. I almost got hit. What we safety professionals call a near miss. And we need to treat near misses just like we would any other accident…

Red Beard Safety Video – Setting Goals on Incident Rates

So what's the deal with setting goals on incident rates? What's the big problem?Hey everybody it's Red Beard with isitrecordable.com, safeopedia.com, and AccuStatsUSA.com. So what is the…

Safety Snake Bites Video – Don’t Go Overboard

Never legislate from your desk.That’s a phrase I repeat to myself every time I write any type of safety guidance. There are probably millions of policies, procedures, and guidelines collecting…

Red Beard Safety Video – The Meerkat Principle

Hey everybody it's Red Beard with, isitrecordable.com, AccuStatsUSA.com, and safeopedia.com.Today I want to talk about the meerkat principle and it goes by other names. It's not my original…

Red Beard Safety Video – Earning Respect as a Safety Professional

Hey everybody. It's Red Beard with, isitrecordable.com, AccuStatsUSA.com, and safeopedia.com. How do we earn respect as safety professionals? I'll tell ya, you earn respect by sticking to…

Red Beard Safety Video – Transparency vs. Silos

Hey Everybody it's Red Beard with, isitrecordable.com, safeopedia.com, and AccuStatsUSA.com. How do you revive a safety program in a company that is too far gone? How would you start reviving a…

Red Beard Safety Video – Ham is Served

Hey everybody it's Red Beard with isitrecordable.com, safeopedia.com, and AccuStatsUSA.com. Got a fun story for you today about Marine Corps boot camp back in 2002 when I was just a nasty recruit…

Safety Snake Bites Video – Play to Your Strengths

I don't remember much about high school, but one thing that has always stuck in my head was world history. Our teacher, Mr. Rainbow, was as good an instructor as any I've ever had because of…

Red Beard Safety Video – Risk Literacy: Driving and Texting Safely

Hey everybody it's Red Beard with, isitrecordable.com, AccuStatsUSA.com, and Safeopedia.com. Happy Friday to everybody. Guess what? It is possible to drive and text safely. That's right. It…

Red Beard Safety Video – Safety is Big Enough

Hey everybody it's Red Beard with isitrecordable.com, safeopedia.com, and AccuStatsUSA.com. Nobody knows everything, right? That's easy to admit, but it's very difficult for safety people…

Safety Moment Video – Chain of Events

Hi, Bryan McWhorter here with Safeopedia and another safety moment. I'd like to talk about chains of events. I've done over 500 accident investigations by this point in my career and when…

Safety Snake Bites Video – Compliance vs. Safety

There are many who strive day in and day out to make the workplace safer. But even the best among us have fallen into what I call the “compliance trap.” We get so wrapped up in the rules…

Red Beard Safety Video – Don’t let perfect stand in the way of good

Hey everybody. It's RedBeard with isitrecordable.com, AccuStatsUSA.com, and safeopedia.com. Don't let perfect stand in the way of good. I see this all the time. I was just watching a video of…

Red Beard Safety Video – My #2 Leading Indicator Pick

This is RedBeard with isitrecordable.com, AccuStatsUSA.com and safeopedia.com. I already went over my first top pick for a leading indicator, which was the near miss, hazard recognition, and good…

Red Beard Safety Video – My #1 Leading Indicator Pick

Hey everybody, it's RedBeard with isitrecordable.com, AccuStatsUSA.com and safeopedia.com. Want to talk today about leading indicators and what my number one best pick for leading indicator is.…

Safety Snake Bites Video – The Safety Snake

What's up everybody. This is Jason from RelentlessSafety.com and today I'm stepping out from behind the keyboard to bring you your very first Safety Snake Bite.Today I want to talk to you…

Be Aware of Permissible Exposure Limits

Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL's) are set by OSHA to protect workers from exposure to airborne hazards. PEL's set regulatory list on the concentration of a substance in the air. They are…

Asbestos Dos and Don’ts

Many people believe asbestos is a problem of the past. It was once a serious risk, but now it's done and dusted, so we never have to worry about it again. Unfortunately, that isn't the case. Even…

Do You Need A Breathing Mask?

In order to protect your lungs and respiratory system, you must control what comes into your body through the atmosphere. A breathing mask will help you do that. You need to wear one if you work…

Test the Atmosphere in Confined Spaces

The atmosphere in a confined space is an unknown entity. You should always test it before entering. Use a direct reading instrument that will identify any toxic air contaminants. It should also…

What to Look for When Performing a Loading Dock Safety Inspection

I was on the afternoon shift yesterday and when I got there the loading dock was a total mess. Boxes placed just anywhere, broken pallets, overflowing garbage bins. It would've just taken one…

Cold Weather Slips and Falls – 9 Defenses

During winter, walking anywhere outside demands extra attention to avoid slipping and falling. No matter how well snow and ice is removed from ground surfaces or how much salt has been thrown down,…

Ladder Safety

Whether they're stepladders, extendable ladders, or fixed ladders, they all have one thing in common. Falling from them can result in a nasty injury. That's where ladder safety rules come in. When…

Stairway Fall Protection

When you got hired for your job, you had to go through a safety orientation. It covered a lot of topics like PPE, safe work procedures, and emergency response procedures. But it probably didn't…

Quick Tips for Preventing Slip, Trip, and Fall Incidents

Slips, trips, and falls are among the most common types of incidents in the workplace. But in many cases, they can be entirely prevented with a few quick and easy safety measures. Reducing the…

Ladder Storage

Most of us are aware of the basic ladder safety rules, but we often choose to ignore them. Before climbing a ladder, ensure that you select the right ladder for the job at hand. The two most common…

Reduce your slip and trip risk by paying close attention to your travel path, including all warning signs. Walking areas should be clear of debris and floors should be well maintained. Make sure that…

Aerial Platform Safety

Aerial platforms have built-in safety features such as handrails, mid-rails and toe-boards. Prevent injury by never leaning over, or climbing on the platform railing. Always keep both feet on the…

How to Respond When Someone Falls Through the Ice

If you see someone falling through the ice, your natural instinct will probably be to run after them to pull them out. Avoid this temptation. The safest way to perform a rescue is from shore. Call…

Scaffold Safety

Every day, around 2.3 million workers across the United States work on scaffolding. If you are one of them, keep yourself safe by making sure that the foundation on which the scaffolding sits is…

Fixed Ladder Safety

Fixed ladders offer a unique safety challenge. Reduce your risk by always facing the ladder when going up and down. Be sure to grip the rungs firmly, place both feet firmly on each rung and always…

Avoid Holes

Holes are a common workplace hazard. The employer has a responsibility to protect workers from hole hazards. As an employee, become hole smart by being aware of your surroundings and the hole hazards…

Fentanyl – Know the Bad that Comes with the Good

Opioids are an important class of drugs. They're responsible for relieving pain from broken bones, surgery, cancer treatment, and many other medical conditions. Unfortunately, they're also highly…

Pinch Points

I'm the only woman working in the shop at my company, so I keep small-sized safety gloves in my toolbox in case I need them. But one day, I was going to help someone with a quick job and I just…

Demolition Training Toolbox Talks – Behavioral Safety & Teamwork

DemolitionTraining is the one-stop shop for all your demolition training needs.In this exclusive new video, the company's John Woodward (immediate past president of the Institute of Demolition…

Hi-Visibility Clothing

When I got to the site, I realized I forgot my safety vest in the truck. I was only going to be there for a few minutes, so I didn't want to walk all the way back for it. But when I was talking to…

Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome

Working in road construction, we use jackhammers a lot. We’re constantly breaking through concrete to do one repair or another. Lately, I’ve been feeling a tingling sensation in my right…

A Stark Reminder of the Importance of Tool Tethering

They say nothing in life is certain except for death and taxes. But Cody Tilley (and workers like him) would probably add gravity to that list, too.Tilley was working 30 feet in the air, applying …

How to Properly Wear a Full Body Fall Protection Harness

Your fall protection harness is a lifesaver – literally. But how effective it is depends heavily on how well it's used. Workers who fail to properly don their harnesses are at increased risk for…

Electric Shock

The other day, I switched on my old tile cutter and got a shock. When I inspected it, I found that the earth-screw was loose. I got lucky because I was wearing rubber-soled shoes, but it could've…

Self-Retracting Lanyards

I had been through all the training for my self-retracting lanyard safety system, but that about a year back. I still felt pretty confident and figured I knew most of what I needed to know. I…

Fall Safety

“I was one of those kids who hated heights. The funny thing, that didn't keep from going up high with my friends and family - I still went on hikes and rollercoaster rides. But it did give me a…

Guardrail Systems

"I was really excited about starting my new construction job and was very pleased to be assigned to work with a journeyman. I figured I would be able to learn a lot from this guy. As we were…

Confined Spaces

“When my employer said he wanted to send me on a training course so that I could work safely in confined spaces, I thought it was a bit unnecessary. Was he worried about me bumping my head or…

Identifying Heat-Related Illness

I work in a small crew with three other guys. On one 90 degree day, we were doing some emergency roadwork and my co-worker Mike was complaining about this rash and headache all morning. Someone in…

Dangerous Construction Site Atmospheres

The conditions under which work is carried out on construction sites is largely dictated by the weather, ranging from soaking wet to hot, dry and dusty. In all cases, suitable protection for the…

Know About Lockout-Tagout

Lockout Tagout is a globally used system that ensures that hazardous power sources are isolated and rendered inoperative. A lock is placed on a device or power source, preventing the hazardous power…

Communication in Confined Spaces

Part of my job working for the city involves inspecting sewers. Sometimes I have to go in pretty deep. A couple of weeks ago, I was doing some repair work in there and I realized something wasn't…

Working in a Confined Space

Working in a couple of confined spaces last year for the local utility company, I overheard others complaining about the extensive preparation that the work permits required. "We have reviewed…

Hearing Protection

Years ago, I worked in a window and door factory. During that time, I saw a lot of employees who didn't bother putting in their earplugs or earmuffs if they were using the equipment for just a…

Preventing Hand Injuries from Electric Shock

When I was a kid, I used to go with my dad when he worked maintenance at the local factory. He could do anything - if there was a machine that wasn't working, he could fix it. One day, when he was…

Master the Three-Point Contact Rule

I was working on a roof, and the only way to get up and down was using a ladder. I'd need my tools up there, so I packed them into my tool bag and put them over my shoulder. I didn’t want to…

How does the silica regulation affect my sorbent program?

Leaks, drips and spills in your facility—or liquid transfer of any kind—odds are you’ve used some type of absorbent for those types of situations already. Absorbents are a great way to comply…

What is the 2017 OSHA Silica Regulation?

In June 2017, OSHA released a final ruling on the use of silica, discussing all of the dangers that are associated with the consistent exposure of silica, and they noted that it’s been directly…

Caught Working Safe

Our Rohit Team created a parody in support of workplace safety!

Be Safe While Active

Rather than being a weekend warrior, work to maintain a moderate level of activity throughout the week. Whatever sport you are playing, learn to use proper form and wear safety gear if appropriate.…

Center for Behavioral Safety Presents: 3 Questions with Dr. Thomas E. Boyce

Meet Dr. Thomas E. (TED) Boyce, THE Triple Threat in Safety and Leadership Consulting, Training, and Keynote Speaking: 1) Ph.D. in Psychology; 2) over 18 years of experience transforming work…

Setting Up Your Computer Environment

To set up your computer chair, push your hips as far back as they can go in the chair, adjust the height of the seat so that your feet are flat on the floor, and adjust the back of the chair to a 110…

Young Worker Safety

New workers are more vulnerable to workplace hazards. If you are new to the job, it is especially important that you learn and follow established workplace practices. You must always wear the proper…

Solo Worker Contact Safety

Employers have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of all of their workers, whether they are working with many colleagues or are alone on the job. By developing policies that take lone worker…

Walking Safety

When walking alongside the road, it is a good idea to walk against the flow of traffic so you can see oncoming vehicles. If you need to cross, do so only at a controlled crossings and only when you…

Keep Safe When Using an ATM

When using an ATM by yourself, park your car in a well lit area. If possible, have someone with you. Fill out any necessary forms ahead of time. If you feel unsafe, leave the area. Report any…

Don’t Stockpile Hazardous Materials

If released, hazardous waste can contaminate water supplies. Minimize the risk by purchasing the smallest quantities you can. Eliminate surplus materials rather than stockpiling them. Maintain an…

Workstation Stretching

Lack of movement while sitting behind a computer can bring on muscle pain and strain. Every hour you should take a micro break. Break up your tasks so that you are moving around every 20-30 minutes.…

Protect Your Eyes and Ears

The workplace is the leading cause of eye trauma with 2000 workers each day suffering some sort of injury. The workplace is also a major cause of vision impairment. In fact, noise pollution is one of…

On the Job Fire Protection

Workplace fires are often caused by sloppy personal smoking habits. Reduce the risk by only smoking in designated smoking areas. Make sure that all smoking materials are clearly extinguished.…

Minimize Flood Damage

When you know a flood is on the way, you need to take steps to ensure the safety of chemicals and valuables. Move your valuables to as a high a ground as possible; this will include such…

Store Hazardous Materials Safely

It is vital to properly store all hazardous materials, especially if you are in a flood zone area. Store products in their original container. Clearly label all containers, use water proof storage…

Keep Kids Safe Around Cars

Kids are unpredictable. Ensure their safety by always firmly holding their hand around traffic. Don't allow them to move ahead of you. Make sure all children are in front of your vehicle before you…

Know Your Way Around a Safety Data Sheet

OSHA Hazards Communication Standard requires chemical suppliers to to provide a comprehensive Safety Data Sheet. This should be carefully scrutinized. It includes general information about the…

Follow Common Sense Safety Practices

Keeping safe in the workplace is largely a matter of common sense. That, however, is often an uncommon quality on the job. Keep safe by doing the basics well. Wear proper shoes. Use glasses and face…

Identify Ice Strength

If you do not know how to identify how safe the ice is, any time you step on it, you are risking danger. Yet there are ways to assess the thickness and safety of ice. The mains ways are to observe…

How To Safely Use a Snow Blower

Snow blowers are potentially dangerous. Use them safely by following these guidelines; allow the blower to adjust to the outdoor temperature before you begin to operate the machine. Be aware of the…

Use a Windsock

Many workers are being asked to carry out their duties at work sites that have airborne hazards present. A windsock is a conical textile tube that indicates the wind direction. If your workplace…

Be Machine Smart

Operating machinery on the job imposes a responsibility on the user. You must be authorized by a supervisor to use the equipment, in a state of alertness and fully trained to operate the machinery.…

Manage Change With Care

Change can be unsettling. Rather than ignoring it, address it directly. It may require retraining or even a Management of Change (MOT) directive. Whether the change involves new personnel members,…

Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Carbon monoxide can accumulate to dangerous and even deadly levels in poorly ventilated areas. Avoid exposure by proper installation of appliances and machinery, routine maintenance and service…

Don’t Get Caught in Moving Parts

Moving machine parts are dangerous and merciless. Keep your body parts well clear of them. If you need to tamper with the machinery, wait until the machine is completely stopped before touching any…

What is Regulated Medical Waste?

Regulated medical waste classifies waste materials that pose a danger of infection. Separate Federal and State regulations exist for the control of medical waste. Medical waste includes liquid or…

Understanding Hard Hat Classifications

Hard hats are a common sight in industrial facilities, on construction sites, and on the heads of crews doing maintenance and repairs. To the untrained eye, those hard hats all look the same. They…

Handling Suspicious Mail

Suspicious mail has become an increasingly common workplace hazard. Take note of the following tell-tale signs; the use of low value stamps, insufficient postage, lack of a return address, over…

Have an Emergency Response Plan

You need to prepare a workplace emergency response plan before it is needed. An emergency action plan needs to be tailored to your worksite, involve a hazard assessment and spell out an evacuation…

Be Prepared to Encounter Blood or Body Fluids

If you need to administer first aid in an emergency and blood or body fluids are present, make sure that you use the correct PPE. You should have access to latex gloves, goggles, CPR mouth barriers,…

Avoid Work Related Musculo-Skeletal Disorders

Work Related Musculo-Skeletal Disorders (WMSD's) are the most common ergonomic workplace injury. They are also known as repetitive strain injuries or cumulative trauma disorders. These soft tissue…

Fire Prevention Housekeeping

Good housekeeping around electrical appliances can help prevent workplace fires. Never overload a circuit. Do not connect extension cords to each other (daisy chaining). Undertake regular inspections…

Space Heater Precautions

Space heaters are banned from many work areas. They should not be used unless they have had the direct approval of management. Only space heaters that have been checked out by a nationally recognized…

Stay Hydrated When Working Outdoors

Staying hydrated on the job might seem like a topic that's too basic for a toolbox talk. After all, doesn't it come naturally to most of us? We get thirsty and take a drink - simple as…

Avoid Repetitive Fatigue

Working extended shifts are a common cause of repetitive fatigue. Reduce fatigue by limiting extended shifts, and increasing break and mealtimes when shifts are extended. Jobs that require heavy…

Recognizing Workplace Stress

Learning how to deal with workplace stress can prevent physical and emotional health problems. Recognize the signs of stress and then track what is causing the stressful situation. Prioritize and…

Ensure You Have an Effective Machine Guard

Moving machine parts cause many severe workplace injuries, such as crushed fingers, hands, amputations, blindness and fatalities, each year. Machine guards are engineered to protect workers from…

Regularly Inspect Your Hand Tools

Hand tools encounter a lot of wear and tear, which calls for regular maintenance to avoid injury. Look out for cracked wooden handles, mushroomed hammer heads and worn tool housings. If you see a…

Select the Correct Eyewear Protection

Your eyes need protection. But just grabbing the nearest pair of safety glasses might not be enough. When selecting protective eyewear, it's important to consider the hazards in your work…

Are You Sleep Deprived?

Most healthy adults need between 7.5-9 hours of sleep each night to perform at their best. You will function better and perform your work more safely if you get adequate sleep. Increase your sleep…

Avoid Distracted Driving

Distracted drivers are responsible for about 35,000 fatal accidents each year. Avoid becoming another statistic by never texting and driving. Use Bluetooth through a Bluetooth headset rather than…

Maintain Your Personal Protection Equipment

Your personal protection equipment (PPE) keeps you safe. And in return, you should take care of it too. Properly maintaining your PPE isn't just about being neat and tidy. It will extend its…

Working Alone

It is especially important that employers put in place a health and safety working environment for employers who work on their own. There is no regulation that prohibits an employee from working…

Secure Your Load

Ensure that cargo is properly secured by checking on the following before setting off: weight of the cargo, height and width, anchor points, tie down ratings, number and applications, tarpaulins, and…

Adjust To Bad Driving Conditions

Even a little rain can turn roads slippery and unpredictable. Reduce your speed in bad weather and increase your following distance. Avoid making sudden or sharp moves when possible. You should also…

Lifting The Smart Way

Most of us don't realize how often we use our back and shoulder muscles until we hurt them. Thankfully, those injuries are entirely preventable. All it takes are good ergonomic practices, like…

Be Safe Above Ground Level

In most industries, working at heights is defined as doing any work at an elevation of 4 feet or more above the lower level. It's a hazard that needs to be taken seriously, even if you don't feel…

Make Safety A Team Effort

Safety needs to be a key component of everything an organization does. This means that all employees should be well aware of the safety requirements surrounding their duties and those of other…

When in Doubt, Seek Help

Many workers do not like to ask for assistance, viewing it as a sign of weakness. As a result they are likely to forge ahead when they are unsure of how to proceed. This can be dangerous. We you are…

Take Personal Work Responsibility

On the job, you have a responsibility to give your best effort at all times. A lapse in concentration, an attempt to take shortcuts or a messy and unorganized workspace are potential safety hazards.…

Don’t Run Around Pools

The excitement of enjoying time by the pool is not limited to the kids. Many serious injuries occur when adults slip on wet pavement. Splashes coming from the pool can make the area around the pool a…

Maintain Your Hand Tools

Tools are essential in almost every line of work. They help you get the job done - and get it done more efficiently. But to get it done safely, your tools need to be in good condition. Hand…

Know Your Exits

In an emergency you do not have a lot of time to take in your surroundings. That is why getting familiar with the layout of buildings you are making smart safety sense. When you enter a store, hotel…

Take Extra Care with Chemicals

Carelessness around chemicals can be deadly. The necessary controls regarding storing, handling and mixing chemicals should be adhered to at all times. Anyone working with chemicals needs to be…

Be Prepared For Humidity

The combination of heat and humidity can take an exacting toll on the body. Be prepared for these conditions when you're working outdoors. Wear light, loose fitting garments, including a sun that…

Be Aware of Pinch Points

Pinch points are places where a body part or a piece of clothing can get caught up in machinery, between equipment or between a lid and a container when closing. Pinch point injuries can be very…

Dealing with Aggressive Drivers

Aggressive driver behavior includes running a red light, speeding, tailgating, passing on the right, weaving in and out of traffic, yelling, constantly honking the horn and flashing headlights.If you…

Minimizing Back Pain for Cubicle Workers

Back pain is not an inevitable consequence of a desk job. Give your back a break by following some common sense suggestions to better back health on the job:Check your posture when siting at your…

Be Prepared for an Emergency

In an emergency situation, most people freeze. You need to be prepared to take action. That means that you are aware of how to recognize and activate and emergency alarm. You should also be well…

Protect Yourself from Bloodborne Pathogens

Bloodborne pathogens are infectious materials in blood that can cause disease in humans. These include Hepatitis B and C and HIV. Protect yourself by treating all blood and body fluids as if they are…

Protect Your Hands

Wearing gloves is just one aspect of protecting your hands on the job. Any scrapes or scratches that break the skin have the potential to cause an infection. Every time you get a scratch you should…

Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Carbon monoxide (CO) is known as the silent killer - and for good reason. It's a deadly gas that can kill in minutes in sufficiently high concentrations. But it's also colorless and odorless,…

First Aid Do’s and Dont’s

When an incident happens at work, promptly administering first aid can prevent the injury from becoming more severe. In some cases, it's what allows an individual to pull through instead of losing…

Minimize Chances of Getting the Flu

Your best protection against contracting the flu is to get vaccinated each fall season. You should also follow good health habits and use antiviral medications. The flu and colds are generally spread…

Extension Cord Safety

Extension cords should be used sparingly and for temporary use only. If necessary, have wiring done to permanently solve the need for an extension cord. When using an extension cord follow these tips…

Safe Chemical Handling

Hazardous chemicals can not only cause harm, but do so in a number of ways. Handling chemical products can put you at risk of adverse health effects from: Dermal exposure (contact with the…

Sick Building Syndrome

Sick building syndrome refers to the condition where you feel unwell while at work. However, when you leave, the symptoms clear up. The longer you stay in the building where your work is located, the…

Hand Exercises

If you have a job where you work with your hands, you need to make sure you're not overdoing it. Even light tasks like typing on a keyboard can result in stiffness, pain, and repetitive strain…

Safe Use of Internal Powered Trucks

Internal powered trucks are employed for internal use within a factory. They are highly mobile, very flexible and can be fitted with a variety of attachments. Because of their mobility and…

Construction Site Safety Checklist

Before work in undertaken on a construction site, there are a number of matters that should be checked: Provide site security – it is especially important to stop children from getting into the…

The Golden Rule of Chemical Use

Any chemical can be safely handled, regardless of how toxic it may be. The safe use, storage and handling of chemicals requires the highest level of competence and professionalism on the worksite.…

Preventing Chemical Exposure

For every hazardous chemical, measures must be developed to ensure that under all foerseeable operating conditions no one, whether employee, visitor, contractor or member of the public, is exposed to…

Chemical Emergency Procedures

Every place of work that uses, stores or handles hazardous substances should prepare an emergency plan to cover all reasonably foreseeable events such as fire, major spillage or toxic release. The…

Chemical Hazard Training

Workers handling or using chemical substances should be provided with information about the substance and training in the techniques necessary to minimize the risk faced. As a result, training and…

Placement of Warning Signs

When designing and placing warning signs, follow these basic criteria:Only use warning signs when and where neededMake sure that all warning signs are clearly understandable and that they stand out…

Noise Control Techniques

Noise pollution is a major workplace hazard which affects many workers. Once the nature and magnitude of a noise problem has been identified, a noise control program can be put in place. The three…

Practical Noise Reduction Tips

A number of practical techniques can be used as part of normal day-to-day operational and maintenance procedures that will achieve significant reductions in the noise emitted, will cost very little…

Avoid Sprains and Strains on the Job

Sprains and strains often seem to come out of nowhere. You're doing your job the same way you always do. Then suddenly, you feel a sharp pain. In fact, most people don't even realize they're…

Water Safety

Drowning is responsible for taking the lives of 300 people every year in the United States. Furthermore, most of those drownings occur in the summer months. Young people are most likely to drown or…

Stay Secure

When you think of workplace hazards, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Chances are it's something physical. An electrical shock from faulty equipment, falling from a ladder, getting a…

Small Hand Tool Safety

Small hand tools are a leading cause of on the job accidents. Reduce your risk by following some simple safety guidelines.Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment at all times, even if…

Preserve Your Hearing

Some injuries you can recover from. Bruises fade over time. Small cuts heal. Even broken bones can be set back in place. Unfortunately, your hearing isn't like that. Your ability to hear relies…

Working Outside in a Warm Climate

Working outside on a hot day means that workers have to contend with the heat and humidity. But they also have to contend with insects, which can be much more than a nuisance. In fact, some of them…

Wear Your Hard Hat

If the job site has a sign stating to wear your hard hat, ensure that you comply with the rules. Hard hats are used to protect you from small falling objects. The rounded outer shell of the hard hat…

Walk for Health

Walking is something that has immeasurable health benefits, but that many desk bound people do too little of. Many people do not realize that walking burns almost as many calories as jogging does. It…

Workplace Inspections

Within an organization, there are several ways by which risks may be identified. These include workplace inspections, which are undertaken with the aim of identifying risks and promoting remedial…

Accident Investigation Checklist

The following list can be used as a check for those matters that should be considered when undertaking an accident investigation. It is not exhaustive, but covers the range of essential items likely…

Preventing Truck Operation Hazards

Overturning is a definite risk when operating a truck or forklift on the factory floor. This often occurs when maneuvering with the load elevated or at too high a speed. Other causes of overturning…

Choosing the Right Safeguard

Guards need to be installed in cases where the designer has failed to achieve intrinsic safety through avoiding trapping and similar dangers. The consideration for choosing guard materials are…

Crane Common Sense

There are certain basic techniques that must be practiced to ensure the safest possible operation of a crane. These include: The driver carrying out a brief check of the crane at the beginning of his…

What is a Competent Person?

Often, when the law requires particular items of a workplace to be thoroughly examined and tested it requires that the works be carried out by a competent person. There is no precise guidance in law…

Mobile Access Towers

A mobile access tower is a tower formed with scaffold tube and mounted on wheels. It has a single working platform and is provided with handrails and toe boards. It can be constructed of…

Degrees of Hazard

An awareness of the differing degrees of hazard will enable appropriate control measures to be developed and implemented. Immediate physical danger can manifest itself through very short term injury…

Hazard VS Risk

The hazard presented by a substance is its potential to cause harm. A hazard is associated with the degrees of danger, and is quantifiable. The risk from a substance is the likelihood that it will…

Investigation of an Accident

There should be a written procedure for investigating accidents, ideally, the supervisor of the section where it occurred would carry out an immediate examination. If the seriousness of the accident…

Arriving at the Scene of an Accident

On the site of any accident the first and most immediate action should be to secure the injured and take action to minimize the possible effects of the injuries. First aiders should be given all…

Job Safety Analysis

Job safety analysis is an accident prevention technique that should be used in conjunction with the development of a set of job safety instructions, safe systems of work and job safety training. Work…

Prevent Dermal Exposure

Exposing the skin to hazardous chemicals is a serious problem on many worksites. Nearly all chemicals are easily absorbed by the skin. This adds to the dose absorbed by breathing, leading to all…

Tailgate Safety Meetings

Tailgate safety meetings are short daily meetings that take place on field projects. The main purpose of these meetings is to alert workers of any potential hazards, accidents and unsafe working…

Supervisors as Role Models

It is critical that supervisors in all work situations fully assume the mantle of being a role model in terms of safety. Whether you know it or not, your employees are constantly looking to your…

Prevent Tool Droppage

Dropping tools from a considerable height has emerged as a significant safety concern in recent years. If a one pound tool is dropped from 30 feet, it will take just 2 seconds to hit the floor. A…

Protect Your Feet

Foot protection is critical while on the job. If you are working in wet or slippery areas, be sure to wear shoes with rubber or wooden soles. Reinforced impact resistant work boots or shoes should be…

Be Safe Around Gasoline

Gasoline can be deadly, thus, following basic and common sense guidelines can prevent disaster. Do not smoke or use matches, or any other source of ignition when around gasoline. Be aware that gas…

Good Hygiene

Good hygiene on the job is all about preventing accidental exposure caused by the inhalation or ingestion of hazardous substances. Workers who consistently apply good hygiene practices when working…

Minimize Human Factors Causing Accidents

According to the National Safety Council, the most common human factors that lead to accidents are negligence, anger, hasty decisions, indifference, distractions, curiosity, inadequate instruction…

Be Hydrogen Sulfide Aware

Hydrogen sulfide is a flammable, colorless gas that smells similar to rotten eggs. Odour, though, is not a reliable indicator of the hazard posed because our sense of smell can become fatigued. When…

Jewelry on the Job

Many employees don't realize they're putting themselves at risk by wearing jewelry at work. But depending on the type of job they have, jewelry can be a major hazard. Most Common Type of Jewelry…

Hazard Recognition

Accidents are the result of an error that is within the control of one or more workers. A hazard is any behavior, practice or condition that can lead to injury or illness. It also relates to damage…

Chemical Container Labels

Chemical container labels are critical for hazard reduction. All labels on chemical containers are required to include the following key information:the identity of the chemical, including exactly…

Prevent Lead Poisoning

Lead is an extremely toxic substance that can be very damaging to the human body. For many years, lead was an ingredient in paint. Although it is no longer a paint ingredient, it is quite common to…

Office Safety

The office can prove to be a dangerous work place. It can result in cuts, burns, slips, trips, falls, crush injuries, repetitive strain injuries and eye strain. To keep yourself and your fellow…

Leave the Job Hazard Free

If you like to go into the wilderness, you probably know the unspoken rule of camping: Leave the site better than you found it. Once you gather your belongings, pack up your tent, and head back…

Chemical Storage Safety

Working with chemicals comes with certain risks. And there are a number of measures you can take to mitigate those risks when handling hazardous materials. You can, for instance, wear…

Elevator Safety Basics

Elevators transport the equivalent of the entire US population every day. When riding in an elevator you must follow some basic safety precautions in order to prevent injury. The floor level can…

Put Engineering Controls in Place

An engineering control is a change that is made to a workstation, tool or piece of equipment in order to eliminate or reduce exposure to a chemical or physical hazard. It may also involve changing…

Confined Space Precautions

Many workplaces contain spaces that are considered confined because their configurations impair the activities of any employees who must work in or exit them. An example of this is workers on process…

Flammable Liquid Safety

Flammable liquids are those with a flash point of less than 100 degrees Celsius. This is the lowest point at which the liquid produces enough vapor to form a flammable mixture with air. Red labels…

Drowsy Driving

Sleepiness reduces reaction time, decreases awareness and impairs judgment when driving. It is important to be able to recognize the signs of driver fatigue, which include the eyes closing or going…

Reduced Visibility Driving

Driving feels like second nature to most people. But when your visibility is reduced, it's important to adjust your behavior behind the wheel. Reduced visibility can happen for a few different…

Construction Equipment Dangers

Heavy equipment is found on every construction site. Excavators, cranes, and forklifts allow teams to move materials efficiently and get projects done on time. Having them on the jobsite also…

Make Use of Direct Reading Instruments

Direct reading instruments enable you to detect and measure worker exposure to gases, vapors, aerosols, and other fine particles that are suspended in the air. Some OSHA standards specifically…

Fire Extinguisher Know-How

Fire extinguishers are a great tool for putting out fires and protecting life, but only if you know how to use them correctly. Acquiring some basic knowledge of how to operate them is essential for…

Eye and Face Protection

Many potential hazards pose dangers to the eyes and face. It is an OSHA requirement that all employees have adequate access to protection if they are faced with eye and face hazards including flying…

Plan Your Excavations

When planning excavations, provide appropriate safeguards. Doing so reduces the chance that something will go wrong. Before you start excavating, take time to clear surface debris near the excavation…

Protection from Excavation Cave Ins

There are four ways to protect workers from cave ins on an excavation site: sloping, benching, shoring and shielding. The method chosen will depend factors including, but not limited to, soil type,…

Be Safe When Working with Electricity

Electrical hazards are all over the workplace. Whether you work with power tools, small appliances, or anything that gets plugged into an outlet, it's important to know how to deal with it…

Say No to Exercise Balls in the Office

Humantech's board-certified professional ergonomist, Greg Cresswell, explains why it's not such a good idea to trade your office chair for an exercise ball. Learn why they are better for the gym.Be…

Working with Hearing Loss

Around 10% of workers have some degree of hearing loss. Employer's can show consideration by placing their desk in a quiet area, rearranging foot traffic routes to reduce noise levels, and have the…

Travel Safe, Prepare Well

When you are preparing to travel overseas, you should check with government agencies regarding how safe travel is to that country, along with security and health issues. Check if you need special…

The Bottom Line: Benefits of Standing and Treadmill Workstations

Certified Professional Ergonomist and Managing Consultant, Blake McGowan, summarizes a recent study on the benefits of standing and treadmill workstations.Be sure to check out our free upcoming…

The Bottom Line: Tablet Use: What are the Risks?

Certified Professional Ergonomist and Managing Consultant, Blake McGowan, summarizes the study "The State of Ergonomics for Mobile Computing Technology" and shares ways to reduce the risk of of…

The Bottom Line: Risk Factors for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Certified Professional Ergonomist and Managing Consultant Blake McGowan shares the findings of a recent study on the prevalence of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) in the working population, specifically…

What is Pipe Marking?

All pipes need to be properly identified for construction crews, maintenance and repair contractors. Pipe labels have to be created specifically to communicate pipe contents and direction flow.…

Good Housekeeping Prevents Office Fires

The office could become a fire trap unless you maintain it properly. Keep your office free of trash scraps, obstacles, and loose materials. Fire exits, aisles and emergency equipment should be freely…

Caution: Carbon Monoxide Kills

Carbon monoxide is a poison. You should never use a carbon monoxide releasing fuel inside a home, garage, basement or other confined space. That includes any device that burns gasoline, propane,…

Don’t Fight Driver Fatigue

Driver fatigue can be deceiving. We can sometimes imagine road situations that don't exist. If we react to the imaginary situation, the results can be fatal. if you start feeling tired when driving,…

Prevent Heat Exhaustion

Exposure to heat can cause serious health problems. If working in prolonged heat conditions, seek a shaded area, and stay well hydrated. Wear loose clothing that covers you from direct sunlight. Take…

What to Do After a Storm

Once the storm has passed, assess the condition of yourself and your family. If your home has lost power, go to a designated public shelter. Avoid driving in sleet, rain or dense fog where possible.…

Essential Storm Supplies

When you know that a storm is on its way, you need to ensure that you've got the things you need in your home to get through. A 3-day supply of water is essential, as is 3 day's worth of…

Winter Storm Safety Checklist

When you know a storm is approaching, that is the time to take action. Insulate your home by covering windows with plastic on the inside to keep the cold air out. Wear several layers of lightweight…

Prepare for Inclement Weather

Fierce storms can strike without warning. Prepare for disasters by having an emergency contact list on hand. You should also keep a back up supply of batteries, bottled water, non-perishable foods,…

Travel Safe Packing Tips

When packing for a trip, ensure that you pack your own bag. Leave sharp objects, such as scissors, at home. Charge your technology before packing it and have it ready for inspection. Carry your own…

Safe Travel Tips

Travel smart by labeling your luggage, and make an inventory of luggage contents and carry it with you. Make copies of all of your important documents and carry them with you, and leave an extra copy…

Parking Lot Safety

Your work parking lot can be a dangerous place, especially at night. Cut your risk factor by using the building's main entrance, parking in the most high-visibility area you can and walking in and…

Supervise Children Around Water

Children can drown in just a few inches of water. So, it is imperative that they are supervised at all times when they are in and around water. Backyard pools must be fully fenced, with a self…

Lift Heavy, Lift Right

When lifting, you should maintain the natural, neutral curvature of your spine. Pull the load in toward you body as closely as you can. Contract your core by bracing it for the lift. Don't twist your…

Be Familiar With Your Vehicle

If you're driving a new or unfamiliar vehicle, get to know where the safety controls are before you set off. Check the location of the headlight switch, windshield wipers, front defroster, and…

Play It Safe When Stopping on a Hard Shoulder

If your vehicle fails you in busy traffic, find the safest area to pull over. Do not try to investigate the problem or repair the vehicle yourself. Contact your management team and wait for…

ATM Safety

Always be alert when using an ATM. At night, try to have someone with you. Report anything suspicious and leave immediately. Fill out deposit forms ahead of time. Have your card ready to use and put…

Have a Home Fire Safety Plan

Take the time to sit down and write up a fire safety escape plan for your home. It should provide two means of exit from every room. Then talk it through with the family. Grab a stopwatch and time…

Behavioral Minute: Effective Safety Interactions

While frequent, short discussions between managers or supervisors and frontline employees is an important key to safety, it’s how these conversations are handled that will determine their…

At-Risk Behavior is My Problem

The only difference between an accident and a near miss is that there is some type of loss when there is an accident. While the difference between loss and no-loss is often just a fraction of an…

Why Every Workplace Needs a Cell Phone Policy

In Texas, A jury finds a beverage company liable after one of its drivers crashes while talking hands-free.The hands-free headset complied with company policy.One Injury. Verdict: $21 Million

Confined Spaces: Safe Yesterday, Deadly Today

Identify the confined spaces in your workplace as a first step in reducing their hazard.

Act On Road Signs

How often have you read a portion of a book without taking in a word of it? When you're behind the wheel, that' something that you cannot afford to do. You need to not only read road signs, but act…

Keep Your Focus on the Road

Driver distraction is a major source of accidents. You may feel that you can change a CD, eat your breakfast or apply your lipstick and still maintain your driving focus, but your are wrong. When…

Make It Click, Make It Stick

The serious road injury rate could be halved if more people clicked into their seat belt before they took to the highway. Make sure that your belt is going to protect you in an accident by adjusting…

Customize Your Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment includes respirators, safety glasses, gloves, helmets, chemical suits, steel toe boots and fire resistant clothing. Wearing them is imperative, but so, too, is making…

Step Up and Stop Unsafe Work Practices

Unsafe practices can easily creep into the workplace. Sometimes it’s due to worker inexperience. Other’s it may a result of time pressure to complete a job. Regardless of the cause, if you notice…

Texting and Driving

People who text and drive are 23 time more likely to have and accident. So how do we overcome this huge social problem. Simply telling people not to communicate while driving clearly isn’t working.…

Cell Phone Distraction

Smartphones have expanded into every area of our lives, including work. Although we now tend to use them less for talking and more for texting and browsing, they're still a major source of…

A Healthy Safety Culture Shifts Safety from a Priority to a Value

Labeling something a 'priority' means that it can be rearranged. It’s human nature to shift priorities according to the pressing demands of the moment. But values remain constant. The vision of…

Silence Means Consent

If you witness at-risk behaviour and you ignore it, or walk by it, your silence has told that person their behaviour is acceptable. Peer pressure is extremely effective in changing group and…

Safety Induction Video – 36 Workplace Health and Safety Training Topics

Safety Induction Video - 36 Workplace Health & Safety Training Topics

Driving Safety Training Video

Educate staff about the benefits of driving safety to minimize organization costs and keep your employees safe. Reinforce your safety culture and fleet safety program.

Safety Video – Defensive Driving

The most dangerous activity you do on a daily basis is driving or riding in a vehicle. In this safety video, you will learn defensive driving techniques to help you and your passengers arrive safely…

Ten Keys to Safe City Driving – Trucking Safety Video

Ten Keys to Safe City Driving is brought to you by http://bigcitydriver.com. Written and narrated by Ken Skaggs

Driving Safety – Defensive Driving in a Dangerous World

Driving Safety - Defensive Driving in a Dangerous World is the most comprehensive general driving safety video currently available. This program was released by Black Mountain Safety & Health,…

The 1-2-3s of Winter Driving Safety Video

Driving conditions in the winter months can be full of treacherous hazards including, winter ice, poor visibility, strong winds, snow, rain, and more. Each weather condition and the risks involved…

Total Safety Confined Space Video

Total Safety -- The Best Minds in the Business. This video demonstrates proper procedures for confined space entry.

Wood Truss Test Burn

The video contains excerpts of tests burns that were conducted on a wood truss assembly and also a wood 'stick built' roof assembly. The test burns were not scientific and are not intended to…

The PASS System for Fire Extinguishers

You're at work and a fire breaks out. You jump into action, rush over to the fire extinguisher, grab it off the wall, and then... Well, what exactly? You're never used a fire extinguisher…

Conditions under which a fire in the workplace starts

Relevant, high quality video footage and graphics are used during an explanation of the fire triangle, while considering the importance of good working practices and good housekeeping in preventing…

Safety Tips – Fire Prevention Outdoors

Making you safer - Everything we do is centred on safety. Safety is at the core of every product and every service we offer. We make safety accessible to everyone. Safety is a basic need of every…

Fire Safety – Have Two Ways Out

Plan and practice home fire drills at least twice a year. Make sure you know two ways out of each room.

Fire Safety In The Workplace

Make sure you are able to recognize the beginnings of a fire.

What is Behavioural Safety?

Everyone needs to think and act safely and leaders need to create a culture of personal accountability and work to solve problems with those affected through behavioural change. So what is…

Taking Behavior Based Safety to the Next Level

Dr. Angelica Grindle, Senior Vice President, at Quality Safety Edge was interviewed by Carol Bufton, President of the Minnesota Safety Council. Topics include: What is Behavior Based Safety; The role…

Safety Meeting Opener, Free Electrical Safety Video Clip

Our Wrong Way Right Way: Safety Cases humorous safety videos help inject refreshing laughter into your safety training. Each clip shows employees the wrong way to handle a common safety issue. Once…

Electrical Safety: Crane Truck Contact

In this video, a crane truck operator contacts a high-voltage power line. If this happens and you are not in immediate danger, stay put until help arrives. If you are in immediate danger, shuffle at…

Electrical Safety Awareness for Non-Electrical Workers

This electrical awareness video is focused on identifying hazards around electricity on the job site. All other hazards on the job require the same focus and respect while performing your hazard…

OSHA Lockout Tagout and Electrical Safety Training Video

OSHA lockout tagout requirements are covered in the Control of Hazardous Energy Standard found in 29 CFR 1910.147.The video covers proper lockout and tagout procedures and written lockout tagout…

Living Safely With Electricity – Electrical Safety for Non-Electrical Workers

Electrical safety begins at home!Many of us underestimate just how dangerous electricity can be. This is evident in the fact that 20 people die in Australia every year from electrocution…..75%…

Electrical safety at work

Workers who work on or near electricity are at risk of burns, shocks and other serious injuries. If you work with electricity, never work live. Watch this video to learn simple steps to keep yourself…

Confined Space Safety Video

Many industries (especially in the Oil & Gas sector) are faced with confined space activity. These functions carry great threats with them. This sample movie showcases the hazards involved when…

Rescue Drill (Confined Space)

A rescue drill conducted at a well known Barossa Winery in August, 2013 after completing Confined Space, SCBA & Rescue training with MSS Safety

OSHA New Confined Space Rule

Certified Occupational Safety Specialist Carl Habekost breaks down OSHA’s new confined space rule which becomes effective August 3, 2015. In addition to his recognition as a certified…

What is Confined Space Entry

Confined Space Ventilated Entry ProcedureStep 1 Verify that the only hazard present in the PRCS is an actual or potentially hazardous atmosphere. This means that no significant chemical, electrical,…

Deadly Cold Exposure – Cold Weather Safety Tips

The key to working safely in colder temperatures starts with understanding what cold weather injuries are and how to avoid them. Although slips, trips and falls are common problems, there are other…

Tornadoes – 4 Safe Areas

In 2004 a violent tornado cut through an Illinois community and leveled a 240,000 square foot manufacturing facility with 200 people inside. The building was completely destroyed along with every…

Cold Weather Dehydration

Everyone knows the importance of staying hydrated during the hot summer months. But not as many people realize that working in cold weather carries a risk of dehydration as well. Risk Factors for…

Back Safety – Injury Prevention – Hinge in Your Back

Back injury is the second most common workplace injury, the most costly and can leave you in pain for the rest of your life! The good news is that back injuries are also one of the most preventable!…

Fatal Flaws Cause Falls – Slips, Trips & Fall Prevention

Almost as many falls occur from falls on the same level as from height. This short safety training video gives a brief overview of the safety rules for preventing falls on the same level, falls from…

Don’t Slip, Get a Grip

Most slips and falls occur on the same level. This video is a short instructional review of the hazards that cause these accidents and how to spot and avoid them. Trips & Falls are the second…

Slips, Trips & Falls – The Fatal Half Inch

Slips, trips and falls constitute the majority of general industry accidents and result in back injuries, strains and sprains, contusions, and fractures. Trips & Falls are the second leading…

Back Safety – Top 10 Lifting Rules

This video explains ten important rules for avoiding injuries. Share it with your family, friends, co-workers and others to help them avoid injury. Reviewing this video regularly, along with our…

Back Safety – Push or Pull?

Push or Pull? Which is better? No matter what you do for a living, or what you are doing around the house, when it comes to manual material handling there are right ways and wrong ways. Do things the…

Back Safety – The High 5s

There are several things that you should remind yourself to do before lifting anything, regardless of its weight and size. Planning your lift is critical to back safety. No matter what you are…

Back Safety – The Low 5s

OSHA, along with many other agencies, offer helpful tips on back safety, and several links are provided below. Our free safety video is written in practical terms to help you apply proper body…

Watch Out! Hazards! – Prevent Slips Trips and Falls

An inspection should make you aware of any possible hazards. In almost every workplace, the main hazard is from trips and falls, so your first inspection should be a visual scan of the walking…

Avoid Heat Illness and Injury

Another danger is from rising internal body temperatures, which can become dangerous at 100.4 degrees. As internal temperatures continue to rise, it can lead to heat rash, heat cramps, heat…