by admin | Oct 28, 2019 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
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 to standard...
by admin | Oct 21, 2019 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
It 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...
by admin | Oct 19, 2019 | Safety, Toolbox Talk
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...
by admin | Oct 14, 2019 | Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
When parking on a dock, set the brakes including the emergency brake, per FMCSA 49 CFR 393, and ensure the truck is parked securely as close to the dock as possible. When it comes to chocking the tires, the FMCSA does not require drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles...
by admin | Sep 30, 2019 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk
After the storm, you may go outdoors, or return to the area, if you evacuated, only after authorities have confirmed it to be safe. If you are participating in cleanup operations at your workplace, your employer is required to protect all workers from anticipated...
by admin | Sep 23, 2019 | Safety, Toolbox Talk
If your job involves working outdoors, it is recommended that prior to any activity, employers check the forecast for weather conditions, and reschedule if necessary, to avoid any hazardous outcomes from severe weather. All employees, should become familiar with...
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