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....
Falls are among the most common causes of serious work-related injuries and deaths. Employers must take measures in their workplaces to prevent employees from falling off overhead platforms, elevated workstations, or into holes in the floor and walls. Falls are the second leading cause of occupational fatalities and disabling injuries...
Falls are the second leading cause of occupational fatalities and disabling injuries in the United States. Each year, over 500 workers die in fall-related accidents and over 300,000 workers suffer a disabling injury. Fall protection is defined as any means or system used to protect employees from falling from an...