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June 15, 2019Why the testing and certification of PPE is so important
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June 15, 2019Selecting the right chemical-resistant glove requires trial & error
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June 08, 2019As a widely preventable cause of death, why are we still tackling heat stroke? Alwyn Mendonca looks at the key hazards at play and offers life-saving, simple solutions.
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June 08, 2019I was sad because I had no shoes, until I met a man who had no feet… so I took his shoes.” Or so the joke goes, except of course that foot protection is no laughing matter.
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June 08, 2019Safety footwear and fall protection protect truckers from specific hazards
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June 01, 2019With head protection taking centre stage, Graeme Lawrie looks at accident prevention systems for working in proximity to overhead powerlines, lifting over pressurised plant, hands free lifting, lifting of people, ground conditions, weather, and tandem lifting.
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June 01, 2019Identify hazards before an incident occurs. Here are three steps you can take.
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June 01, 2019When an organization builds a culture of safety, they create an environment that communicates care for the employees. A key building block in the safety paradigm is the incorporation of personal protective equipment (PPE). As the governmental agency that is responsible for educating and overseeing workplace safety, OSHA has advised, “If PPE is to be used, a PPE program should be implemented. This program should address the hazards present; the selection, maintenance, and use of PPE; the training of employees; and monitoring of the program to ensure its ongoing effectiveness.”
A culture of safety saves money by keeping an organization out of trouble and keeping employees on the job. According to OSHA, “It has been estimated that employers pay almost $1 billion per week for direct workers' compensation costs alone.” In case you missed it - that was per week. This means employees are getting injured -
June 01, 2019Don’t get lost in a cloud of toxic welding smoke. Make smart selections when it comes to respiratory protection.
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