by Rebecca Huggins | Mar 28, 2022 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
Hazardous waste applies to certain materials that have been generated as waste from processes carried out at industrial facilities. These hazardous materials are harmful to the workers’ health and the environment because they are toxic, corrosive, reactive, or...
by Rebecca Huggins | Mar 21, 2022 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
Workplace accidents increase significantly when employees are under the influence of any type of substance. When an employee comes to work under the influence, it’s a safety concern for all employees. Drugs and alcohol can affect the workers’ ability to work safely....
by Rebecca Huggins | Mar 7, 2022 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
Damage to the eye is one of the most common workplace injuries. Any job task that involves hazardous substances or airborne particles brings risk of eye injury. Using proper eye protection can prevent most injuries. Before starting any job, identify all potential...
by Rebecca Huggins | Feb 28, 2022 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
The implementation of a Safety and Health program by many companies across the United States has decreased the incidence of workplace injuries and illnesses, reduced insurance premiums, increased productivity, and improved morale. Successful injury and illness...
by Rebecca Huggins | Feb 14, 2022 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
Musculoskeletal disorders including muscle strains, tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and back pain are the most common injuries in the workplace. Exposure to risk factors such as lifting heavy items, working in awkward positions, bending, reaching overhead, pushing...
by Rebecca Huggins | Feb 7, 2022 | Environmental, Safety, Toolbox Talk, Transportation
More than 500,000 people receive medical treatment for burn injuries each year, with over 40,000 hospitalizations and more than 4,000 losing their life. Most burn accidents occur in the home setting, with many occurring in the kitchen or garage. However, there is...
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