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Portable generator that is yellow and black and says Gasoline Electric Generator on the side of it.
Electrical
Safety First Using Portable Generators at Home or Work

Portable generators are useful when temporary power is needed, but they have risks that can be very dangerous if safety precautions are not followed.

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A desk drawer that has office supplies and a visible handgun.
Best Practices
A Case for Zero-Tolerance of Workplace Bullying

Employees have a responsibility to treat everyone at work with dignity and respect and have the right to expect the same level of behavior as well.

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A crane lifting a heavy load near overhead power lines.
Electrical
Construction Safety When Working Near Overhead Power Lines

Overhead power lines at the job site are extremely dangerous due to high voltage and using tools and equipment that can contact the lines increases the risk.

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Worker on a job site wearing a safety vest that says, "Stop Work If Unsafe" on the back of the safety vest.
Best Practices
How to Empower Workers to Stop Unsafe Work

Stop Work Authority (SWA) empowers employees, at any level, to halt a job or task when a hazardous situation appears imminent, without fear of retribution.

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Vertical rebar that is capped to prevent an impalement hazard.
Fall Protection
How to Handle Impalement Hazards on Construction Sites

Safety precautions and best practices to consider when impalement hazards are a risk on the construction site.

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Electrical safety equipment including gloves and a hardhat.
Electrical
Why Working Near Electrical Hazards Can Be Dangerous

Any work activities performed on or near energized equipment must be done only when safety measures are in place to provide protection to workers.

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Worker wearing a hardhat and fall protection climbing up a tower.
Fall Protection
Safety Precautions for Tower Climbing Work Activities

Because tower climbing is so physically and mentally demanding, preparation is key and all tower climbers must be trained before being allowed to climb.

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Very messy office desk.
Office Safety
Good Housekeeping Practices Essential for Office Spaces

Good housekeeping includes keeping common and personal work areas clean, preventing fire hazards, and keeping stairways and exit routes safe.

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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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