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Safety is a process, and as such, needs to be managed. This section offers resources to create a viable safety program, sell it to senior management, train supervisors and employees in using it, and then track and report your progress. Look also for ways to advance your own skills in these areas, both for your current job, and those that follow.
Employees need to know what the different colors you use on safety signs and tags mean in terms of the hazards and levels of danger they may face. Your color-coding system should be among the important elements covered in safety training and orientation programs. All employees who face physical or health hazards on the job […]
If health and safety are truly a top priority in your organization, that commitment needs to be communicated throughout the ranks every day. There are many opportunities for doing so and many ways to do it. The most common and fundamental direction for communication in most organizations is from the top down. Top management establishes […]
Yesterday, we answered some key questions about lockout/tagout requirements. Today, we answer additional questions, and tell you about a safety resource that can answer so many more—about lockout and a multitude of other safety and health concerns. Q. Can a duplicate key for the purpose of lock removal under LOTO be held in a secure […]
In today’s Advisor we feature questions about OSHA’s lockout/tagout requirements recently received and answered by the safety experts at Safety.BLR.com. Q. Do I have to train the authorized employees and affected employees separately, or can I train one class comprised of both audiences? A. There are separate training requirements for authorized and affected employees under […]
Having a holiday party and a having a safe time are not mutually exclusive. It’s the kind of party an employer throws that may make the difference between a lawful dream and a legal nightmare. The culprit for potential legal nightmares resulting from company holiday parties will probably come as little surprise: alcohol. Drunk driving, […]
The holiday season is almost upon us, which makes this a good time to talk about company holiday parties and potential liability for the intoxication of employees attending the party. After attending a dinner purportedly sponsored by her employer, an airline employee got into a car accident with another vehicle, killing herself and the other […]
Today’s Safety Daily Advisor features two articles. Read on to learn how to reduce CTD risks and how to train your workers on safe snow removal. Find Out How One Manufacturer is Winning the War Against CTDs Good programs, effective systems, and strong leadership are among the elements you need to create a safer workplace […]
Yesterday, we began a review of electrical system safety requirements. Today, we conclude with on overview of wiring and special system rules. To protect employees from electrical injuries and to prevent electrical fires in your workplace, electrical wiring systems must be well designed and well maintained by competent, certified personnel. Today, in addition to wiring […]
Electrical incidents might not happen as often as some other types of workplace accidents, but when they do, they can be fatal. Make sure your electrical systems meet the requirements for safeguarding employees. U.S. OSHA’s electrical safety rules for general industry workplaces (29 CFR 1910, Subpart S) cover electrical safety requirements that are necessary for […]
Whether you drive for a living or only to and from work, winter weather conditions provide a challenge for even the most seasoned driver. That’s why it’s important to prepare ahead for icy or snowy weather. Even southern states experience light snow or ice on occasion. And tests have shown that warmer ice is more […]