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21
Employers are responsible for providing limb and body protection to workers using dangerous tools such as chainsaws Protective leg equipment includes cut-resistant pants, chaps, or aprons Protective arm equipment includes sleeve protectors, coats, and gloves Any protective equipment showing damage from use should be replaced
Apr
21
Simple hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, chisels, screwdrivers, and pliers are highly underrated sources of potential danger. The truth is these very common, harmless seeming hand tools account for nearly 10 percent of all compensable injuries in the workplace. Injuries can range from minor bumps, abrasions, or bruises up... read more →
Apr
20
1894- 136,000 miners begin to strike for a pay increase in Ohio.
Apr
20
Use proper techniques when lifting to help minimize stress on your body Select tools that conform to the fit of your hand, and avoid using tools that have a handle that ends in the palm of the hand Use mechanical assistance to avoid physical strain whenever available If you’re doing... read more →
Apr
20
What is a Posted Materials Checklist? A Posted Materials Checklist is a list of all of the essentials that make up a company's Health and Safety program. What is the purpose of a Posted Materials Checklist? The Posted Materials Checklist is meant to help your jobsite ensure you have all... read more →
Apr
19
1968- Belgian construction workers strike
Apr
19
Wear proper protective equipment such as eye protection, safety gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection Prior to using the jackhammer, inspect it and all associated equipment for damage Use the correct, undamaged point for the job, rock point for rock, spade for asphalt, and chisel for concrete Operate the jackhammer... read more →
Apr
19
It’s spring around these here parts. I think it’s spring around most parts except for places that only have one season – like Australia or Siberia where it’s always either summer or winter all-year-round. In my little town people are out walking at a good pace, two-stride with pride, and... read more →