General Safety
Slips, trips, and falls cause many general industry accidents. Most of these incidents are preventable if you watch what you are doing, and focus on where you are going.
The use of a hot work permit is a good idea when you’re dealing with circumstances where work involves flames or sparks, where flammable materials are close by, and when work is to be completed in environments where such activities are not normally carried out.
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.
As fall quickly turns into winter, it’s important to remember: cold stress can happen fast — and it doesn’t care if you’re inside, outside, or in transit. If you’re working in cold air temperatures, you’re at risk.
Electrical systems are aging and may not be designed to handle the load that most businesses need as they add more equipment.
Businesses typically have cool spots within their buildings and try to improve their comfort by using electric heaters.
Is your business or commercial property safe from theft? Follow these five steps to protect your assets.
Most OSHA inspections are conducted without advance notice, making it a good idea for your company to pre-plan a strategy in the event of an inspection.
Business continuity planning and emergency preparedness are important to make sure everything is up to date and you know what to do in case of an emergency.
Establishing a strong foundation is an essential step for an effective loss control program.