Know the Heat Hazards

Two of the minor heat related disorders are sunburn and heat rash. Sunburn is caused by excessive exposure of skin to the ultraviolet rays of the sun. Too much sun can cause a first degree burn consisting of red, painful skin. Wear lightweight clothing to cover your...

Why Some Companies Succeed at Safety

Why are some companies still struggling with safety while others have moved ahead dramatically? Why are some companies paying too much for workers’ compensation and having too many interruptions and losses from accidents, while others actually profit from safety? We...

PPE Personal Protective Equipment

Eye Protection Needless accidents rob people of their sight every day whether your job is in a laboratory, on a jobsite, in a factory — you don’t have to be next. Safety goggles and glasses can withstand a terrific blow — your eyes can’t. And...

PREPARE FOR COLD WEATHER

If your job involves working outside or constant movement between indoors and out, the best line of defense against the cold is a little thought and preparation. Wearing several thin layers of clothing is more effective than wearing one or two very heavy layers....

LADDER INSPECTION IMPORTANCE

LADDER INSPECTION IMPORTANCE INSPECTION!  INSPECTION!   INSPECTION! From the IWEA Ironworker Employers Association comes a story of near miss with a fiberglass extension.  While we speak often about inspecting your safety equipment, this reminds everyone just how...