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Tips to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls in the Workplace
Site Safety
Tips to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls in the Workplace

The statistics related to slip, trip and fall incidents at work are shocking but there's plenty a business owner can do to prevent unnecessary accidents.

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Skylight
Incidents
Unguarded Skylight Results in Roofer's Tragic Death

Proper covers, guardrails and signage must be utilized for floor hole hazards, including skylights, to prevent deadly incidents, like this one.

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Static Electricity Illustrated Representation
Fire
How to Prevent Fire Hazards Associated with Static Electricity

When combustible materials are handled, static electricity can be dangerous as the work environment then becomes at risk for fires and explosions.

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Laboratory workers in lab coats talking to each other and smiling.
Site Safety
Safety Precautions That Keep Laboratory Personnel Safe

Review of general laboratory safety guidelines and practices for personnel working in labs where hazardous chemicals are used and stored.

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Worker wearing PPE, Hazardous Material Canisters in Storage
HazMat
The Dangers of Hazardous Materials in the Workplace

It's critical that workers know about the hazardous materials in their work area like flammable liquids and compressed gas, so they can protect themselves.

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Trench After Cave-in
Incidents
Without Cave-in Protection, Excavations Can Be Deadly

A cubic yard of soil causes a massive crushing injury risk. This tragic incident highlights the risks of not providing adequate cave-in protection.

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Supervisor wearing a hard hat and safety vest is overseeing the recycling plant with several conveyor systems.
Site Safety
How to Protect Workers from Conveyor-Related Hazards

Because conveyor hazards vary, it is important that machine guarding, secondary safeguarding, and lockout/tagout practices are implemented effectively.

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Stationary masonry saw sitting at a construction site, not currently in use.
Tools
Using Stationary Masonry Saws Safely for Construction Work

Stationary masonry saws are useful tools to have on the job site, but can be dangerous if safety precautions are not taken seriously.

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OSHA VPP banner with smiling worker.
OSHA
OSHA VPP: Voluntary Protection Programs for Businesses

OSHA's Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) recognize employers who have implemented effective safety and health management systems.

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