Safety Talks

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Preventing cold stress on the jobsite

Winter is calling, and you know what that means…. Sub-zero temperatures are on their way! As the transition from fall to winter seems to get shorte...

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Mechanical saw safety

Working with saws is extremely dangerous. Improper usage can lead to cuts, lacerations, injuries, and even worse, amputations.  It is important to...

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Understanding portable fire extinguishers

Fire extinguishers can be an important tool in preventing a small fire from growing larger. In the event of a fire, the correct use of a portable...

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Hand Tools: Are you using them safely?

Hand tools are generally used for manual operation; however, hand tools can be used for much more than their intended use. When this happens,...

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Hot work: Cutting & welding safety

Operations that create a spark or flame such as welding, cutting, and soldering are referred to as hot work. Special precautions are necessary to...

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Workers face increased health risks as temperatures rise

When the sun is scorching on a hot day, many of us move inside to get out of the heat. But if your job requires you to work outside, you don't alwa...