Use gasoline safely
Here are some helpful tips from the American Burn Association on how to handle gasoline with care: * Don’t smoke, use matches or other ignition sources…
Category: Safety
Bone up on fall prevention
You might be a physically coordinated person, strong and in control of your body, but you can still fall down. Falls are the number one cause of injuries…
It’s summer: Watch out for kids and pedestrians
Nice weather means that more people are outside. Kids are playing and more walkers and joggers are out every day. Drivers beware. A child struck by a car…
Know the ABCs of CPR
If you’ve never taken a course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (better known as CPR), these simple instructions could help you save a life. If you have…
Safe Boating Week: May 18-24, 2024
Even good boaters can get in trouble It will be a short fishing trip on the family boat. Just Mom, Dad, and the three-year-old. It’s a beautiful day, but…
Stay safe at home: Six ways to move a heavy object
Moving a heavy piece of furniture to another room or a heavy piece of equipment to storage? Here’s how to do it without hurting your back: 1. Clear the…
Watch out for spring hazards
You are going to be mowing the lawn, gardening, maybe even trimming the trees. Spring is glorious, but don’t let the glorious weather distract you from…
Most on-the-job injuries involve hands and fingers during material handling
It’s an unusual job that doesn’t include a certain amount of material handling. Whether you are a warehouse assistant, a machine operator, or an office…
Docks are dangerous places for forklift drivers
Loading and shipping docks are vital for the movement of product and resources, but they are dangerous, too. They are busy places where trailers and…
Keep batteries from kids and pets
Little batteries look harmless enough, but a toddler puts one in his mouth, however, it could cause a choking or serious burns if the battery is leaking…