Are you working in zombie mode?
Everyone has had the experience of driving somewhere familiar then suddenly realizing they didn’t remember the drive. That loss of focus is called…
Category: Safety
National Safe Boating Week: Engine cut-off switches now required
A new law aims at preventing severe injuries and death from runaway vessels on recreational waterways. Every year, the Coat Guard responds to cases where…
Inspect your ladder before spring use
Before starting spring clean up and chores, be sure to inspect your ladder. Look for: * Tight bolts. * A wobble in the ladder. * Missing steps or tread. *…
Keep an eye out for cyclists
Warmer weather means more people are riding their bikes to work. Here are a few tips for drivers on how to share the road: * Respect bike paths. Don’t use…
Keep batteries from kids, pets
Little batteries look harmless enough. If a toddler puts one in his mouth, however, it could lead to choking or serious burns if the battery chemical has…
Fall protection again tops list of OSHA violations
Reporting its most frequently cited violations, OSHA found that violations of fall protection standards topped the 2020 list for the 10th consecutive…
Staying aware of hazards
There’s a law against it. There are procedures to prevent it. There’s even a checklist to show that you prepared for it. And when it comes to real life,…
Use caution with sanitizers around children
We know to store cleaners and medicines out of reach of children, but what about that hand sanitizer we’ve been generously applying the past year?…
Staying safe with nanomaterials
Nanomaterials are a concern for a variety of workers and business owners, from construction to janitorial services Defined as objects that are less than…
Keeping comfy with a mask in hot spaces
Admittedly,, comfy’ is probably pushing it. But we can make life more bearable for those who need to wear face masks in hot spaces, whether kitchen…