Read our latest articles on compliance, recycling, inspections, and field practices from JEM's experience working with facilities across the industry.
According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 100,000 Americans died of drug overdose between April 2020 and April 2021, exceeding the death toll of any year since the 1990s when the opioid epidemic began. In 2021, overdose deaths rose 15%…
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During the 2020 Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Annual Brake Safety Week roadside inspections, 12% of the trucks and buses inspected were placed out of service for brake-related violations. More than one in ten trucks’ brakes were bad enough to take them off the road.…
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Every day workers operate heavy equipment and machinery; trucks, forklifts, and cranes are used to move heavy loads on many worksites. All operators must receive proper training and demonstrate the ability to operate the equipment and machinery safely; this includes communication between the equipment operator…
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Many hazards affect a work area, including housekeeping issues, faulty tools and equipment, missing machine guards, electrical problems, sharp objects, missing labels, and fire hazards. A hazard control program that includes a workplace inspection, routine inspections, and preventive maintenance procedures on equipment and systems should…
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In the United States, most people receive drinking water from federally regulated systems. These systems are equipped with advanced technologies to ensure clean water standards are met under the Safe Drinking Water Act. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has the authority to monitor all public…
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Best Practices are established by manufacturers, industry organizations, government authorities, and a company’s management. They are a series of specific steps or job procedures that guide a worker through a job task from start to finish, preventing potential hazards or risk factors that can lead…
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Cranes are powerful pieces of equipment found on a worksite. Many different types play an important role in lifting heavy loads and saving time and energy. They are also one of the most dangerous pieces of equipment on site. A crane accident involving a dropped…
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Communication is essential in developing a safe work environment, which can be accomplished by the usage of safety signs. Safety signs, tags, and labels provide employees with information, procedures, and instructions to prevent accidents, near misses and injuries. Signs direct workers to the location of…
Read MoreMillions of workers in the United States are exposed to various hazards during the Summer months, including exposure to extreme heat, high humidity, inclement weather, insects, bees, snakes, and poisonous plants. Employers must ensure workers receive the proper training to understand the risks associated with…
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Asbestos is used in many industries and building materials. It’s a naturally occurring mineral that is resistant to heat and chemicals. It does not evaporate into the air or dissolve in water. When asbestos-containing materials are damaged or disturbed, microscopic fibers become airborne and can…
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