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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 of work, injuries, and a decline in worker…
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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 work six feet or more…
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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)…
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Daylight Saving Time, as we know it, ends this coming Sunday, November 7, 2021, at 2 am for those states, territories, and islands of the United States that observe it. This is when we revert from Daylight Saving Time to Standard Time. Discussion Points: •…
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Halloween presents a positive change that allows employees to do something different for part of the workday. When employees are encouraged to participate in activities, it builds morale and develops relationships with co-workers. They can work together to decorate the office, at this time working…
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Did you know that you are actually safer at work than at home? Statistics show that you are more likely to be injured or killed at home than while at work. According to the National Safety Council, home and community deaths are up 74%, and…
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Are you prepared for a power outage in your workplace? A power outage is when the electrical power goes out unexpectedly. Because this often occurs without advanced notice, it may be inconvenient and create a potentially hazardous work environment and cause panic among workers. Taking…
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Employers have the responsibility to protect their employees while at work. This is regardless of whether the employee works alone or with co-workers. OSHA does not have a specific requirement regulating lone workers. However, they do recommend companies develop and implement a Work Alone Policy…
Read MoreEach year many workers experience serious, life-threatening, or life-altering injuries. Workers who are seriously injured in an accident have their entire life changed in an instant. Their daily routine is no longer as it was in the past. Discussion Points: • What are life-changing injuries?…
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Hazards exist in every workplace; prevent hazards by performing a hazard assessment and follow through to resolve any occurrence or recurrence. Sometimes accidents occur due to malfunctioning, defective, or missing machine parts or workers taking shortcuts or not following protocol. Ensure all safety issues are…
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