Read our latest articles on compliance, recycling, inspections, and field practices from JEM's experience working with facilities across the industry.
How often have you gotten up from what you are working on, and almost fallen over something? You were so focused on what you were doing, or you were listening to your favorite work tunes and you had no idea what was happening around you.…
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Traveling during the holidays can be rather challenging and stressful. People rushing from one place to another without paying attention to where they are going or what they are doing. While many people are looking forward to time spent with family and friends, others have…
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Would you know what to do if an emergency involving a chemical was to occur at your facility? The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) gives important information in response to emergencies in the following sections: Section 1. The name of the chemical, Section 2. Hazards of…
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Many accidents in the Auto Salvage industry involve the use of heavy equipment and machinery, and the majority of these accidents occur when a spotter is not used. Every facility is different, so the utilization of a spotter will be site-specific. Every worksite has its…
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Do you have the confidence to approach a co-worker when the safety of all workers is at risk? It takes confidence in one-self to be able to step forward and correct a co-worker, and not cause strife amongst one-another. Having strong leadership, helps workers build…
Read MoreEvery company has the responsibility to provide a safe and secure workplace for all employees, and there is a process in creating such an environment. Risk management is a process that must be implemented and involves establishing strategies to protect from events or risks that…
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Are you aware of the health and safety risks in your workplace? The hazards are referred to as visible and hidden dangers. Visible hazards are those often addressed in the company’s Health and Safety Program, and OSHA has clear standards that address these visible hazards.…
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Companies must be made aware of the effects fatigue has on the workplace. Fatigue can result from poor quality of sleep or from contributing factors due to change in time that occurs every March and November. The time has come once again, that we return…
Read MoreIt won’t happen to me, is a perception that several people have, especially when risk is a factor. It is based on one’s judgment inflicted by self-esteem and often involves decision making. When making decisions under pressure, made by assessing capability to complete a task,…
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Injuries in the workplace are a common occurrence. According to the National Safety Council, a worker is injured every 7 seconds, which is approximately 510 workers per hour. The most common types of injuries are cuts, lacerations, sprains, strains, and pain. OSHA does not endorse…
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