Jun
09
Norovirus, also called the stomach flu, is a virus that can cause stomach aches, vomiting, cramping, chills, fever and diarrhea. You could get infected by: Contact with someone who is infected Eating or drinking contaminated food Touching contaminated surfaces To prevent the virus from spreading, make sure to wash your...
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Jun
09
Working at Heights Handling heavy materials and working at heights can be a dangerous combination. When working at heights, be sure to: Have appropriate training to safely work at heights Thoroughly inspect fall protection equipment for flaws, defects, or damage prior to each use Follow fall protection safe work procedures Be...
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Jun
08
Wear protection (safety glasses, hearing protection) Avoid dusty conditions Provide proper ventilation
Jun
08
What is a Hazard Corrective Action Form? A Hazard Corrective Action Form is a document used to identify corrective actions that have been taken to reduce/eliminate workplace hazards. What is the purpose of a Hazard Corrective Action Form? A Hazard Corrective Action Form is used to identify corrective actions that will or will...
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Jun
07
1944- Six people are killed when a fire breaks out at a coal mine in Clarksville, Pennsylvania.
Jun
07
Occupational cancer is cancer that is caused by in part, or partially by exposure to carcinogens while at work. There are three different ways that you can be exposed: Skin contact (Dirty environment, lack of protection such as gloves ) Inhalation (Lack of proper respiratory protection, etc.) Ingestion (Food in...
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Jun
07
Preface: This tale will start off strong before fizzling out all together A few months ago I was roaming the narrow aisles of our small local pharmacy which is combined with a Dollar Store. In Aisle A, you can buy a plastic fly swatter, while in Aisle B you can...
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Jun
06
Who Craig Page What Currently, I am the Fixed Plant Maintenance Planner at North American Palladium; I started out as an Automotive Technician and later transitioned into Heavy Equipment as a mechanic where I spent about ten years working underground (anywhere from 1200-7000 feet). After years on the tools, I...
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Jun
06
Place the ladder on a firm and level surface Wear shoes with non-slip soles Don't overreach while on the ladder Do not exceed the maximum load rating
Jun
05
Also called drilling mud, is a fluid that is used to facilitate the drilling process by: Clearing out debris Controlling the pressure Cooling Lubricating
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