Control exposure to vibration by: Avoiding using defective, damaged or faulty tools Maintaining tools Avoid continuous exposure; rest when possible Wearing appropriate PPE, including gloves Using a minimum strength hand grip
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Nov
02
What is a Time Off Request Form? A Time Off Request Form is a document used for an employee to submit a request to have time off from their regular work schedule. What is the purpose of a Time Off Request Form? A Time Off Request Form is used for an employee to submit... read more →
Nov
01
We are happy to announce that Vital ID will be sponsoring our weekly safety feature. Vital ID is a family owned and operated business. They are the leaders in Worker Emergency identification and are the manufacturer and sole supplier of the Vital ID Worker Emergency ICE tags. The Worker Emergency ID is easily fitted to the exterior of each... read more →
Nov
01
1918- An underground train derails and crashed into a concrete partition in Brooklyn, New York, resulting in 102 casualties.
Nov
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- Wear the appropriate footwear for the job at hand Good toe protection in a shoe/boot is very important when working on site Shoes/Boots that are water-proof are ideal when working in wet conditions Shoes/Boots should have resistance to electricity when working in an area with electrical hazards Make sure... read more →
Nov
01
I’m off to Austin, Texas in a few days to see a WEEN show. I have a pal who lives out there who has earned a reputation as a top-tier graphic artist and animator in the world of video games. Chances are any big budget video game, no matter the... read more →
Oct
31
Who Marc Lalonde What I am a carpenter, and a lead carpenter at First North Enterprise. How Long I have been doing carpentry for 8 years. Where I work at First North Enterprise in North Bay, Ontario. Why I chose to be a carpenter because I love to work with my... read more →
Oct
31
1827- Designer of the New York Tribune Building, Richard Morris Hunt, is born in Vermont.
Oct
31
The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) identifies the following ways to get the best protection from soft foam earplugs: Roll the earplug into a small, thin "snake" with your fingers. Pull the top of your ear up and back with your opposite hand to straighten out your ear... read more →
Oct
31
Stay up to date on industry-related news with Hard Hat Hunter. Here are 5 stories to check out today. 1. China’s air pollution is hindering its ability to produce solar power China's air pollution has become a serious problem, so the country is turning to solar power. Unfortunately, the air pollution is... read more →