Farm
Hand tools are manually powered tools, and include anything from axes to wrenches. The greatest hazards posed by hand tools result from misuse and improper maintenance.
SECURA considers a hobby farm to be small farms that the owners operate as a hobby instead of running it as a business.
Rural response takes time. Learn how to protect your farm with fire safety best practices. Reduce the risk of equipment damage, animal loss, and more.
Flat and low-slope roofs are far more susceptible to damage because snow can’t easily slide off. This makes commercial properties especially prone to collapse.
Improper use of ladders results in hundreds of injuries and even deaths each year. Follow these guidelines and best practices for added safety when using a ladder.
More than one million back injuries occur each year and contribute to one in every five workplace injuries, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Training is crucial to help protect your employees from back injuries resulted from using an improper lifting technique.
Disaster preparedness begins with awareness, but requires vigilance and planning. Plan for emergencies to be better prepared for those unexpected moments.
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) developed a Hazard Communication Standard to help protect employees from the hazards of exposure to harmful chemicals while at work.
Reduce risk by establishing and training employees on proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Operations that create a spark or flame such as welding, cutting, and soldering are referred to as hot work. Special precautions are necessary to perform hot work safely.