Air tools are powered by compressed air and include chippers, drills, hammers, sanders, spray guns, air ratchets, grinders, nibblers, needle scalers, and many more. There are several dangers associated with the use of air tools. First and foremost is the danger of getting hit by one of the tool’s attachments...
Air tools are powered by compressed air and include chippers, drills, sanders, spray guns, air ratchets, grinders, nibblers, needle scalers, and many more. Handling Air Tools Safely: Permit only experienced and trained people to operate pneumatic tools. Inspect each tool before connecting to the air supply. (Check safety mechanisms, look...
Compressed air is present in just about every industry for many functions, from running huge equipment, to powering simple air tools. It is a valuable utility and is a safe power source, when used properly. However, compressed air should be used with caution and handled with care to avoid unexpected...
Compressed air is present across just about every industry. Companies use compressed air for many functions, from running huge equipment to powering simple air tools. Compressed air is a valuable utility and is a safe power source when used properly. As with any other energy-carrying power source however, compressed air...
Electricity is an essential source of energy for most work-related operations. However, fewer sources have a greater potential to cause harm than electricity. Working safely with electricity is possible if you are trained in, understand, and follow certain basic ground rules. By its nature, electricity will take the path of...
Electricity is an essential source of energy for most work-related operations. However, fewer sources have a greater potential to cause harm than electricity. Working safely with electricity is possible if you are trained in, understand, and follow certain basic ground rules. It doesn’t take a lot of electricity to kill...
The decision to take a shortcut can be influenced by many different factors. But at the end of the day, shortcuts are a choice – one can chose to take a shortcut or chose the safe and recommended way of doing something. It is important to realize this fact and...
Everyone takes a shortcut at one time or another. You could cross the street between intersections instead of using the crosswalk. Or, it could be that you jump a fence instead of using the gate. But in many cases, a shortcut can involve danger. The decision to take a shortcut...
Caffeine is commonly used in today’s society to get more energy, to feel more alert. While caffeine has been around for hundreds of years, caffeinated energy drinks have been gaining in popularity over the past few decades. Energy Drink Hazards: Over consumption of caffeine and other energy producing ingredients found...
Over consumption of caffeine and other energy producing ingredients found in energy drinks such as taurine can lead to health issues. Recently, a South Carolina high school student collapsed and died after consuming a very high dose of caffeine in a short time: coffee, soft drinks, and an energy drink....