One of the most important aspects of workplace safety is knowing what the hazards are. Learning how to spot a hazard is a vital element in workplace safety. The Occupational Safety Health Act requires employers to train their employees in hazard recognition. When a hazard is recognized, it can be avoided. Avoiding a hazard directly [...]
Stairways and railings for fall protection. Falls are a serious injury issue in the work place. IN the oil and gas industry employees often work at heights. Whether actually working at heights or walking/down stairs or working on platforms, the hazard of falling is ever present. What is the employer’s responsibility for protecting oil and [...]
Training, it’s not just for newbies. Training, and refresher training, is an excellent method of keeping in front of employees (this includes top management to new hires) abreast of not only OSHA safety regulations but your company’s safety policies and practices. Knowing how to safely carry out work tasks is simple, but very important. Remembering [...]
Fall safety. Almost everyone learns about gravity as a kid. Climbing trees, roller blading, climbing fences. And of course, falling from these or other activities. Gravity has not changed much since we were kids to working adults. The big difference, adults are supposed to be smarter (or at least wiser) than kids. Recognizing a fall [...]
Knowledge equals safety. What does this simple statement mean? One word. Training. Employees trained to recognize hazards and unsafe conditions at work will know where risks to their safety and health exist. Knowing that a hazard exists means the employee can take appropriate steps to avoid/reduce/eliminate the risk to their safety. Training on how to [...]
Repurposing your safety manual. Safety manuals establish sound safety practices for your employees. But did you know you can also use them as a source of safety tool box talks? Yup. All the tool box safety talks you need is right there on your desk (or in your truck). All you need is a sign-up [...]
Safety on ladders and stairways. New and improved method of avoiding falls from ladders, stairs and equipment: 3 Points of contact! Work place injuries are a plague on business: Loss of a valuable employee, down time or slower progress on the project, economic costs. You’ve heard it all before. You know this first hand as [...]