by Rebecca Huggins | Dec 6, 2021 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
Employees face stressful situations in their jobs daily. Research indicates that the workplace has been identified as the number one source of stress for American workers. A stressful work environment can contribute to several health issues. If work-related stress...
by Rebecca Huggins | Nov 29, 2021 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
Workplace accidents can lead to serious injury or death of workers. Many of these accidents are caused by human error. A human error is an unintentional action or decision. Factors that contribute to human error include workload, overconfidence, complacency, stress,...
by Rebecca Huggins | Nov 22, 2021 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk
Interruptions and “distractions” are common in many workplaces. These distractions include emails or texts, phone calls, unplanned meetings, noise, multitasking, and losing focus. If not properly controlled, distractions can lead to a loss in productivity and quality...
by Rebecca Huggins | Nov 15, 2021 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk
Hazards associated with falls are found in many workplaces, and falls are among the most common causes of work-related injuries and deaths. Common height-related hazards include the top of vehicles or trailers, tanks, elevated structures, roofs, or pits. Employees who...
by Rebecca Huggins | Nov 8, 2021 | Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
This time of year, as the weather becomes colder, more workers close the garage or dock door. Closing windows and doors of a facility will stop the air supply from the outdoors. When doors and windows are closed because of the cold, carbon monoxide (CO) levels from...
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