What is working from heights? Working at heights is any work where a person could fall a distance and be injured. This event might include, for exa...

Cold stress is excessive exposure to cold temperatures without proper warming periods. Hypothermia occurs when body temperature drops below 35°C. S...

Why is it so important to work safely around electricity? The electrical current in a regular business or home has enough power to cause death by e...

Setting up a ladder seems simple enough, right? Choosing a location that allows you to set up and work on your ladder safely is the number one way ...

Close your eyes for a moment and call to mind your favorite sound. Is it the sound of waves crashing against the shore? Birds chirping? People laug...

It's important to maintain your physical and mental well being, especially at work. Anxiety and stress can lead to serious risks and accidents, as ...

When it comes to backing safety, we learn about the importance of the use of a spotter or ground guide. A spotter is necessary when the driver or o...

There are many different types of injuries that can occur while using a pressure washer. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, an es...

Our eyes are one of our greatest assets. They give us the ability to see the world around us. If we do not protect our eyes from injuries while at ...

We have all heard the term “it was a matter of time” used to describe both good and bad events. For example, we have heard it used in a positive co...

Poor visibility and slick or slushy road conditions can make driving on and near the construction site or work zone unpredictable.Depending on how ...

Chemicals are a major part of our everyday life at home, work, and play. Examples include toxics, corrosives, solvents,and numerous other substance...

The winter season brings cold temperatures and severe weather conditions that create many hazards for individuals working in areas that experience ...

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS IN THE WORKPLACEEliminate workplace fire hazards:Damaged electrical outlets, cords, cables, etc.Overloaded outlets and circuits...

October is National Protect Your Hearing Month. Noise-induced hearing loss is the most common type of hearing loss—grouped under the heading sensor...