Machine Guarding
Operating and maintaining machinery can be very dangerous work. Machines that have parts that rotate, reciprocate, cut, punch, shear, or perform other motions, can cause very serious injuries to workers....
Workplace Housekeeping
Housekeeping practices play an important role in worker safety. Organized and clean work spaces can help reduce injuries and improve productivity. Here are some ways to improve housekeeping at work:...
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
Vibrating power tools, such as concrete breakers, sanders, grinders, hammer drills, chainsaws, and hedge trimmers, are staples in many job types. If you use vibrating power tools on the job,...
Heavy Equipment Safety
Heavy equipment is used in a variety of workplaces and occupations. Mistakes made when working near heavy equipment can cause devastating injuries and even death. Below are some tips to...
Working Outdoors
Rainy working conditions can create increased risk of injuries and accidents on the job. The rain can cause surfaces to be become slick and field of vision to be impaired....
Cold Stress
Whenever possible, workers should avoid exposure to extreme cold. Extremely cold working environments can cause skin and body temperatures to drop, which can result in serious health problems and tissue...
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Accidental carbon monoxide poisonings peak in the month of January. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas which can kill without warning. People experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning are often...
Bloodborne Pathogens
What are bloodborne pathogens? Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can causes serious illnesses and diseases, such as HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and malaria. Bloodborne pathogens...
Workplace Safety
Employees are often the first people to see the safety issues in the workplace. When a co-worker is working unsafely, there are many reasons why employees who witness the unsafe...