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Weekly Safety Meeting – Hand Protection (2)

Weekly Safety Meeting – Hand Protection (2)

Protect Your Hands Hand injuries account for 80 percent of all occupational injuries. This is because the hands are engaged in almost all activities on the job. Can you imagine any occupation that does not make use of the hand? Hands are so important because of their utility. They provide...

Safety Tip of the Week – Hand Protection

Safety Tip of the Week – Hand Protection

Hand Protection Follow the work practices and use the equipment and gloves provided by your employer. Gloves and safety procedures won’t work if they’re not used or followed. Be aware of the job tasks, equipment, and materials that can create a risk for a hand injury or put your skin...

Safety Tip of the Week – Bloodborne Pathogens

Safety Tip of the Week – Bloodborne Pathogens

  Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) In the workplace, bloodborne pathogens (BBP) may be transmitted when blood or other infectious body fluids come in contact with mucous membranes (your eyes, nose, mouth), non-intact skin (due to cuts, abrasions, burns, rashes, paper cuts), or by handling or touching contaminated materials or surfaces. Bloodborne...

Safety Meeting – Bloodborne Pathogens

Safety Meeting – Bloodborne Pathogens

  Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Individuals who are infected with Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) or Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) may not show symptoms and may not know they are infectious. For this reason, all human blood and body fluids should be considered as if infectious and all precautions should be taken...

Safety Tip of the Week – Power Tool Safety

Safety Tip of the Week – Power Tool Safety

  Power Tool Safety It’s easy to forget the potential dangers of power tools because they are usually small, portable, and commonly found around the home or shop. Many times they’re not treated with enough respect and they are frequently left lying around in unsafe places.      When using...