The CCOHA (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety) reports that 34% of falls occur from a height. Take the following measures to ensure that the risk of falling from... read more →
Safety
Workers are exposed to noise on the worksite on a daily basis. Everything from metal fabrication to using a chainsaw to operation of heavy equipment can produce noise at dangerous... read more →
What is Silica? Silica is a naturally occurring component in sand and rock. It is found on most construction sites in materials such as: concrete, dirt, graphite, granite, mica, mortar,... read more →
There are many potential hazards associated with working on construction site. These hazards are either eliminated or reduced by implementing safety policies and procedures (such as mandatory use of personal... read more →
Keep these safety considerations in mind prior to your next renovation job: Obtain Required Permits Depending on your location and the extent of the renovation, a permit may be required.... read more →
Hard hats are required on site as head protection. The use of a hard hat can prevent head injury: everything from a bump on your head against equipment, or absorbing... read more →
OSHA describes ‘confined space’ as a space that is: Large enough for an employee to enter fully and perform assigned work; Is not designed for continuous occupancy by the employee;... read more →
There are many benefits associated with working overtime, including keeping the boss happy, the satisfaction of finishing a project, and the most obvious, overtime pay. However, working longer hours can... read more →
There are countless benefits associated with working as an apprentice in the skilled trades industry: the opportunity to learn a trade from a qualified and established mentor; beginning a career... read more →
Tractors are an excellent addition to any farm’s fleet. Although they can vary in size and function, basic tractor safety is universal. Here are Hard Hat Hunter’s Tractor Safety Tips:... read more →
