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Health Hazards of Working With Cement in Construction

WebCement burns may result in blisters, dead or hardened skin, or black or green skin. In severe cases, these burns may extend to the bone and cause disfiguring scars or disability. …

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Core Elements of a Safety Program: OSHA Breaks It Down

WebIt can also damage workplace morale, productivity, turnover, and reputation. OSHA’s Recommended Practices present a step-by-step approach to implementing a safety and …

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Situational Awareness is an Important Safety Skill at Work

WebSituational awareness is an on-the-job safety skill that is critical for hazard identification, effective decision making, and accident prevention. Situational Awareness means paying …

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Safety Meetings 101: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Get Started

WebLet everyone know the date, time, location, length and purpose of the meeting. 3. Decide on the theme, subject, or topic of the safety meeting. The topic of the safety meeting or …

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Employee Access to Their Own Medical Records

WebEmployers must permit employees and, in certain circumstances their designated representatives, to access exposure and medical records relevant to the employee, free …

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All About Toolbox Talks: Your Questions Answered

WebToolbox talks are typically led by the crew foreman or supervisor, but anyone from the crew lead, to the company owner can lead a toolbox talk. Sometimes it’s the company’s safety …

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Build a Solid Workplace Safety Program in 10 Simple Steps

WebProvide Training. Train workers on how to identify and control hazards in the workplace. Use short-targeted safety training sessions as part of your training process. Tailgate …

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Quality vs. Safety: From Checklists to Culture

WebProduct safety is an important aspect of quality assurance. Consumers expect products that are safe and reliable. Safety is primarily focused on making sure everyone on the job …

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Safety and Health Program Evaluation and Improvement

WebEvaluations should be conducted periodically (at least once a year) but might also be needed if there is a change in the program, equipment, or an incident occurs. There are …

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10 Free Safety Topics

WebOur free safety topics are designed to fit the needs of diverse teams across various industries. They are perfect for Tailgate Meetings, Toolbox Talks, and Weekly Safety …

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The Benefits and Challenges of Ensuring a Safe Workplace

WebImproves Employee Retention. If employees observe their employer taking steps to protect them against workplace hazards, they will feel both safer and more valued as a part of …

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Hazard Signs You Might See at Work and What They Mean

WebMOVING VEHICLES. Whether forklifts, trucks or another type of vehicle, the hazard sign below alerts workers that heavy equipment passes through the area frequently. Anyone …

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Download a Free Safety Manual for Your Company Today

WebThis COMPLETELY FREE safety manual is provided in Microsoft Word *.docx format and it is 100% customizable. It is very easy to add or delete sections and add your company …

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OSHA's General Duty Clause and Why It's Important

WebThe General Duty Clause applies to any set of OSHA standards including the Construction Regulations ( 29 CFR 1926) and the General Industry Regulations ( 29 CFR 1910 ). …

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4 Simple Steps to Effective Workplace Safety Meetings

WebStep 4: Follow-up. Consider asking for feedback at the end of or after each meeting. Be open to suggestions for improvement and solicit safety meeting topics from the team. If it …

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20 Winning Workplace Safety Goals

WebStart a flu prevention campaign in the workplace and offer no- to low-cost flu shots for all employees. Prevention is better than cure when it comes to any illness, including the flu. …

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