REDUCING THE RISK OF MANUAL MATERIALS HANDLING

Tasks such as carrying boxes or lifting crates lead to hundreds of thousands of injuries a year. Here are some steps you can take to assess the risks in your workplace and reduce this costly occupational hazard.

Nov
12

HOW TO PROPERLY USE A CIRCULAR SAW AND PREVENT KICK BACK

During a safety audit for C-Tech, safety handling of saws and grinders were being performed by the subcontractor by using face shields and proper usage of tools.

Oct
31

GUARDRAIL BASICS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

OSHA’s fall protection and guardrail requirements along with the International Building Code (IBC) are standards all builders, contractors and construction workers should follow for optimal building safety.

Oct
29

CONDUCTING AERIAL LIFT TRAINING

Mark Williams conducting Aerial Lift Training at Browning Chapman.

Oct
26

HOT WORK!

What is any work that involves burning, welding, using fire or spark producing tools, or that produces a source of ignition?

Oct
24

Safety Leadership: Time to evolve: What the modern safety program needs to address

Take a good look at your organization’s safety program and ask yourself, “Are we operating more like we’re in the past than truly responding to the safety needs of today?”

If so, it may be time to evolve.

Oct
12

IU ASSP STUDENT SECTION MEETING

Kristi VanSoest, MBA spoke to students about Behavioral Based Safety and the components of being a positive team leader.

Oct
10

Important Information Regarding Hurricane Florence and Clean up Crews

Downed power lines, flooding and storm debris are only a few hazards crews can face during clean up efforts.

Sep
26

SEPTEMBER 2018 NEWSLETTER

When you consider what supplies you would need for three days after a natural disaster, first consider what emergencies are most likely to occur in your area. Prepare accordingly.

Sep
24

Safety Snacks and Facts (May 2018)

May
01