At a department meeting, the Manager was addressing his concern regarding the blatant disregard of departmental policies and numerous on going safety-related infractions by many of its members. The list was quite long and each item cumulated in what the Manager described as ignorance and/or apathy. He concluded that eventually someone was going to be […]
Hand crushing injuries are common when rigging and handling equipment. “While operating the 15 Ton Galion Mobile Crane to remove and lower pipes from ‘F’ Decanter, Crane Operator tried to use his hand to prevent swinging pipe from hitting against cab of crane. This resulted in the pipe crushing the first joint of his right
The human eye is provided with more protection than any other part of the body. However, its own protection is not enough. Workers can still get particles of dust, metal, wood, glass, concrete, plastic or other hard substance in their eyes. Chemicals, acids, sparks, hot oil, fire and steam are also eye hazards. But natural
Have you ever made a decision to break a safety rule? How long did it take for you to reach that decision? What did you gain by taking a chance? It only takes a moment to decide to break a safety rule, yet that one moment could change your life forever. Do you always work
One key to avoiding injuries from falls is learning to recognize and control slip and trip hazards. Like many aspects of workplace safety, your attitude and awareness play a large part. When traveling through the workplace, keep a sharp lookout for any obstacle that may lead to a slip or trip. This includes open file
Caught-in hazards cause only minor injuries and are not a big concern to construction workers. True False A caught-in hazard can be described as: Not wearing a seatbelt while driving a forklift Being hit by a swinging load from a crane Anytime a worker can get any part of his body caught in or in
Safety is largely about actions. But it’s also about attitude. We can observe actions objectively. But it’s harder to see into employees’ heads and hearts and examine their attitude toward workplace safety. Every employee must be dead serious about safety—or they could end up dead. As well as taking job safety seriously, a positive attitude
Accountability – Responsibility for our actions that influence the lives of our customers and fellow workers. Creating a safe work environment, like any other organization-wide initiative, can only be assured when everyone in every job takes ownership and accountability for making the workplace safe. Balance – Maintaining Healthy life and work balance. When our work
EXTERNAL FATAL INCIDENT- FATALITY WHILE INFLATING TRUCK TYRE An operator was inflating a front tyre on a truck when the lock ring on the front wheel flew off hitting the operator in the face. The operator was rushed to hospital, where he died. Basic causes included: Operator was positioned directly in front of tyre. Tyre
It is important to establish a safe work zone around every job. Each time we step into certain work areas, we are exposed to nearby hazards. These may include high voltage, high-pressure air, rotating machinery, flammable liquids, chemicals, explosive gases and energized equipment. In addition to these potentially deadly hazards, we are also subjected to
Humans instinctively seek to avoid pain and death. And yet, we may behave in a manner that is a threat to our wellbeing. There are a couple of reasons why this occurs. The first is lack of knowledge. What you do not know, can hurt you! The second reason we may act in a risky
Setting a good example is not a “put-on”. It’s simply working safety into your daily routine at home and on the job. When we all work safely, everyone’s job is safe and their future more secure. New employees certainly benefit by seeing operations conducted the safe way. As you all know from experience, people new
