In construction activities, nail guns have replaced the common hammers in wood framing. They are very easy to operate device and powerful. They boost productivity for most nailing tasks. But nail guns are still a leading cause of injury among residential carpenters and are responsible for an estimated 37,00 emergency...
In construction activities, nail guns have replaced the common hammers in wood framing. They are very easy to operate device and powerful. They boost productivity for most nailing tasks. But nail guns are still a leading cause of injury among residential carpenters and are responsible for an estimated 37,00 emergency...
Did you know the tick exposure can occur year-round? Ticks seem to be more active during the warmer months of the year (i.e., April through September, according to the Center of Disease Control. Prepare Before Going Outdoors Where to expect ticks: Ticks live in grassy, bushy, or wooded areas, or...
Did you know the tick exposure can occur year-round? Ticks seem to be more active during the warmer months of the year (i.e., April through September, according to the Center of Disease Control. Prepare Before Going Outdoors Where to expect ticks: Ticks live in grassy, bushy, or wooded areas, or even...
Protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites. Every year mosquitoes affect people and, it seems, every year more and more viruses and parasites are directly related to mosquito bites, e.g., Zika, Dengue, West Nile Virus, and Dirofilariasis (dog heartworm). Overseas travelers should be prepared to prevent mosquito bites because...
Protect yourself and your family from the mosquito bites. Choose The Right Repellent Product To find the repellent that is right for you, EPA has provided a search tool on its website. Please visit the following EPA website to learn more: https://www.epa.gov/insect-repellents/find-repellent- right-you Tips for Babies and Children Dress your...
Venomous spiders, including Black Widows and Brown Recluses, can be found in the United States. These spiders can be dangerous to workers; they are often found both inside and outside workplaces. Spiders are usually not aggressive, and most spider bites occur because the spider becomes trapped or unintentionally touched. It...
Venomous spiders, including Black Widows and Brown Recluses can be found in the United States. These spiders can be dangerous to workers; they are often found inside and outside workplaces. Spiders are usually not aggressive, and most spider bites occur because the spider becomes trapped or unintentionally touched. It is...
Whenever you operate a powder-actuated hand tool, safe work practices must always be followed. Only qualified persons who have been trained and certified by an authorized instructor can use a powder-actuated tool. Safe Practices for Powder-actuated T ools: Before use, the operator must inspect to verify that the tool is...
Whenever you operate a powder-actuated tool (PAT), safe work practices must always be followed. These tools are designed to drive nails or other fastening devices into material such as concrete, steel, and masonry, which are not easily penetrated. These devices use explosive charges similar to a firearm. Since the charge...