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No Shortcuts to Safety When Doing It Yourself
Facility managers should think carefully before performing non-routine tasks such as renovation and upgrade work at your place of business.
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Lack of Lightning Safety Could Mean One Strike and You're Out
Lightning strikes are an often overlooked hazard when working outdoors. Employers have an obligation to assess risks and create emergency plans to protect workers. Knowing more about lightning will help workers make smart decisions to protect themsel...
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See Motorcyclists in Your Drive for Safety
Workers who ride or share the road with motorcycles need to be aware of the increased risk of accidents. There are, however, many ways to improve road safety. “Look Twice, Save a Life” is a great practice for all drivers.
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Capacitors: It is Shocking What You May Not Know
The 2021 updates to the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) standards on electrical safety define necessary steps employers and employees must take to control electrical shock hazards associated with capacitors.
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Labor Rules Protect Young Workers in Summer Jobs
Summer jobs are a rite of passage for youths seeking their first work experience. Employers must beware of Federal and State safety rules based on the type of work and the worker age.
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Is Your Safety Incentive Program Discouraging?
Developing a culture of safety is a crucial step in reducing injuries. When creating a workplace safety incentive program, employers should focus on leading indicators that encourage safe employee behaviors rather than lagging indicators.
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Safety At Work a Great Career Choice
Workers and managers in all industries have an opportunity to make a difference in the workplace by choosing a career as a safety management professional.
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OSHA Emphasis on Addressing Heat Hazards is Pretty Cool
As OSHA shapes its National Emphasis Program (NEP) to protect employees from heat-related hazards proactive employers should look to develop and implement programs to protect their employees.
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Gasoline Storage - A Hot Issue
Gasoline storage questions are among the most common we hear. As a flammable liquid it is essential that businesses understand the requirements and best practices surrounding its storage and handling. This post will answer some of the most burning qu...
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DIY Safety - Do It Yourself, but Don’t Injure Yourself
With the ever-expanding collection of instructional videos available online, the modern DIY enthusiast has the ability to try their hand at almost any project. However, often the instructional videos that promise wonderful results in three simple ste...
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