Hearing Protection

Noise is one of the major occupational health concerns in the United States. Long term exposure to high levels of noise can cause permanent hearing loss, and short term exposure can cause temporary hearing loss. Loud noises can cause stress,…

Fire Triangle

The fire triangle or combustion triangle is a combination of three elements: fuel, heat, and an oxidizing agent (oxygen). The right proportion of these three elements must be combined for a fire to occur. When starting a fire, heat is the most…

Foot Protection

According to the Bureau of Labor, more than 60,000 foot injuries happen at workplaces each year. Foot injuries do not just happen at factories or construction sites, they can happen at any place at any time. Usually, work injuries involve sprained…

Flying Objects

Workers on site can be at risk for injuries caused by flying objects. Flying objects can cause injuries such as cuts, abrasions, concussions, or blindness.  Flying objects are a major concern when workers are working with power tools, pushing/pulling…

Falling Objects

On site, workers can be exposed to injuries from flying or falling objects. These types of injuries can cause cuts, abrasions, concussions, or more severe ailments. Falling and flying objects or a concern especially when working with power tools,…

Emergency Eye Wash

Eye injuries are common at industrial workplaces. Many workers are exposed to a variety of chemicals, splashes, particles, sparks, dust, and flying objects. In an eye emergency it is very important to protect the employee’s eyes from further…

Emergency Exits

 Emergency Exits Emergency exit doors depend on the size and number of employees at the workplace. The building code requirement for a workplace is bigger than residential house, so workplaces must have at least two emergency exits. Emergency…

Electrocution

  Electrocution Electrocution is an occupational hazard. Electrical energy is used to perform various tasks at industrial workplaces, so employees must be aware of the hazards it presents. Electrical injuries include electrocution, electrical…

Defensive Driving

Defensive Driving Everybody shares and uses roads together. It is the responsibility of all road users to be safe drivers and avoid accidents. Defensive driving entails making safe and legal driving decisions to drive safely and avoid accidents…