Safety Tips

FACEValue: Laborer killed while attempting to clean a concrete mixer

A 25-year-old laborer at a concrete pipe manufacturing facility died from injuries he sustained while trying to clean a ribbon-type concrete mixer.

Extinguishing mine fires

Having a fire hose available at a mine can be a lifesaver – but only a hose that is in good condition and in the right location.

Charging safely

Although it is a commonplace activity on many worksites, charging a lead-acid battery can be an extremely hazardous task. NIOSH identifies a number of associated hazards: the hydrogen gas formed while the battery is charging, the poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid present in the battery fluid, the possibility of short circuits causing burns or explosions, and the risk of electric shock.

Respiratory protection and the flu

Can respirators help protect a person from the virus that causes H1N1/09 influenza?
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Taking steps to keep parking areas hazard-free

Staying healthy: Prevent the spread of flu in the workplace

According to OSHA, simple hygiene may be the best protection against pandemic flu in your workplace.

Screwdriver safety

Every tool serves a purpose, but according to the National Safety Council, the screwdriver is perhaps the most misused and abused tool in the workplace.

FACEValue: Maintenance worker killed in roof fall

A 42-year-old maintenance worker was killed after he fell approximately 40 feet from the roof of a three-story apartment building.
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Healthy desk duty

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that sitting for long periods of time at work can increase your risk of stress and strain.

Fire in the workplace

While prevention is the best way to avoid fires in your workplace, knowing how to quickly and correctly respond in the event of a fire can save lives.

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