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Cable tray filled with routed cables in an industrial workplace.
Electrical
Prevent Fire and Electric Hazards When Cable Trays Used

If not designed and installed properly, wiring inside cable trays may pose hazards such as fire, electric shock, and arc-flash blast events.

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Large handheld power saw not currently in use with blade attached.
Tools
Work Site Safety Tips When Using Handheld Power Saws

Handheld power saws, including circular saws, are versatile and convenient tools that can be dangerous if safety precautions are not taken seriously.

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A lockout device and a tagout device on equipment.
Lockout Tagout
Lockout Tagout Devices Minimize Maintenance Hazards

Lockout/tagout devices are an essential component of an organization’s safety program to protect workers when the control of hazardous energy is required.

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Worker wearing PPE holding a tablet that shows a graphic representation of ISO 45001 including safety icons.
Best Practices
Practical Guide to the ISO 45001 Safety Management System

While compliance with ISO 45001 is not required, learn more to find out if this management system would benefit your company's health and safety program.

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Lead Hazard Warning Tape
HazMat
How Lead Exposure is Still a Danger for Some Workers

The workplace may offer the greatest potential for lead exposure. More than 1.5 million workers are potentially exposed to lead as a result of their jobs.

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Fire Extinguisher on Concrete Post
Fire
How to Use a Fire Extinguisher to Safely Put Out a Fire

If it's allowed as a component of the workplace fire prevention plan, employees should be trained to safely use the fire extinguishers available at work.

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Close-up view of a walk-behind saw blade.
Tools
Safety Precautions for Construction Walk-Behind Saws

The hazards of operating a walk-behind saw, guidance for transport, and the safety precautions to prevent the dangers of carbon monoxide and silica dust.

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Two mobile scaffolds set against a blue wall.
Scaffolds & Lifts
Mobile Scaffolds Job Site Fall Protection Safety

Mobile scaffolds can be a safer choice on the job because they allow workers to maintain their balance and work easily from the platform.

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An infographic that communicates that OSHA pertains to ideas such as Working Conditions, Standards, Training, Outreach, Education, and Assistance.
OSHA
How OSHA Helps Employers and Protects Employees

The OSHA Act was passed to prevent workers from being killed or seriously harmed at work, and this is the law that created OSHA.

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