Safety Talks

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Understanding Lockout Tagout Procedures

The unexpected startup of equipment and machines during service or maintenance work can result in serious injury or even death. Reduce risk by...

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Hazard Communication: What is it?

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) developed a Hazard Communication Standard to help protect employees from the hazards of...

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PPE in the workplace: An overview

Your employer has the responsibility to assess and determine which hazard can be eliminated and which require PPE in the workplace.    

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9 tips to good housekeeping

Good housekeeping benefits everyone, not only from a safety aspect, but also the health and productivity of all employees. 

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Avoid slips, trips, and falls in the workplace

Slips, trips, and falls cause many general industry accidents. Most of these incidents are preventable if you watch what you are doing, and focus o...

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The ins and outs of hot work permits

All hot work that is conducted in an area that is not specifically designed and equipped for hot work operations must be conducted under an approve...