Initiatives such as Injury and Illness Prevention Programs help find and fix hazards in the workplace before the incidents occur. Prevention, along with education and adequate supervision are the best ways to deal with injury and death in the workplace.
Apr
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Apr
26
During a recent, rather routine workday, I received an email from Netflix, the subscription-based streaming service. “We’ll be back after this short message from our sponsor” Allow me to digress for a moment: I’ve long since weaned myself from satellite television after it occurred to me in a weird epiphany... read more →
Apr
25
Who Jennifer de Putter What I operate heavy equipment and do heavy labor all while enjoying the great outdoors. How Long I've done heavy labor most of my adult life from roofing to factory machine operator. Moved North 500km with my kids in 2003 and swore to never work under... read more →
Apr
25
When working near a conveyor: Wear proper protective equipment such as a hard hat and safety boots Tie back and tuck in long hair Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery Know the location of emergency shut-off buttons or devices Position yourself so you’re not hit by moving objects on... read more →
Apr
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Apr
24
1900- Andrew Smith Hallidie, builder of the cable car system first used in San Francisco, dies.
Apr
24
When working with Ammonia: Wear personal protective equipment, this includes eye, face, and skin protection, as well as respiratory protection depending on the form and work necessary Use proper ventilation Store ammonia away from sources of heat and other chemicals If there is a spill, put on a respirator and... read more →
Apr
23
1895- English architect, Francis Thompson, known for his railway work, dies.
Apr
23
The best way to prevent infection with avian (bird) flu Is avoiding sources of exposure Avoid prolonged contact with sick or dead infected poultry If your work requires working with poultry or responding to outbreaks, use proper personal protective equipment and practice good hand hygiene If you’re frequently working with... read more →
Apr
22
In the event of a chemical splashing in your eye, immediately get to an eye wash station. Every second makes a big difference Begin washing your eyes immediately, hold your eyes open with your fingers to ensure proper flushing Roll your eyes up and down, left to right to make... read more →