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No employee should ever operate a forklift without proper training. This training must include: basic safety rules, material handling procedures, safe operating techniques, and driver’s performance testing. Re-training is required: when there is a failure in the safety procedures, an employee is involved in an…
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Hazards associated with driving during winter weather conditions, including driving on wet, icy or snow- packed roads increase, making it risky to drive in these adverse conditions. It is important to prepare for driving in these conditions as emergencies can happen at any time. Preparation…
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Fire extinguishers are designed to handle different types of fires. Fires are categorized depending on what is burning, and extinguishers are labeled accordingly; A, B, C, and D. Class A is the most common type of fire and involves ordinary combustible materials, Class B involves…
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A fire can occur in the workplace without warning, and it is everyone’s responsibility to prevent it. OSHA requires employers have an Emergency Response Plan in place and provide training. This training will cover some of the potential causes of fires in an auto salvage…
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Exposure to hazardous chemicals is one of the most serious threats facing workers today. As an employee, you have the “right to know” about the hazards. The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) has been revised by OSHA to align with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of…
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Noise induced hearing loss is the most common occupational hazard for workers and is 100% preventable. OSHA’s Hearing Conservation Program is designed to protect workers with significant occupational noise exposures from hearing impairment, and involves noise level monitoring to identify all noise at or above…
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It is important to plan ahead and to protect your employees during an emergency. For fire related emergencies, always use the emergency exit closest to you and have an alternate route in case an exit is blocked. If possible shut-off any equipment you are operating…
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Winter weather conditions bring many risks to workers who work outdoors in the cold environments. Exposure to these cold environments may lead to serious health issues. Workers should consider taking precautions when working in extreme elements by protecting themselves by changing their work schedule, wearing…
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Ladder-related accidents kill over 1,000 workers per year, and injure over 50 workers per day. In general use, over 500,000 people are injured per year. There are several common causes of accidents involving ladders, and all are preventable. Select the correct ladder for the job.…
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You have the right to a drug and alcohol free work place. Federal regulations require companies that employ commercial drivers to test for drugs and alcohol. There are five types of tests your employer may carry out to meet these regulations, these include; pre-employment, random,…
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