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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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Outdoor construction worker drinking water from a water bottle.
Health
From Cramps to Stroke, Recognize Heat Stress Symptoms

Sometimes just taking a break and drinking more water is not enough. Learn how to recognize the deadly symptoms of heat-related illnesses.

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Construction Worker Having a Stressful Day
Health
Learn How to Recognize the Common Causes of Job Stress

Challenging work doesn't have to be stressful work. There are many causes of job stress that workers and employers should be able to recognize.

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Workplace Injury Form with Pencil
Incidents
Why It's Important to Report Workplace Injuries Quickly

Unsafe acts on the job can lead to workplace incidents resulting in injuries, illnesses, or fatalities. Time is critical when reporting an injury, here's why.

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Worker Demonstrating Fall Rescue Basics
Fall Protection
Personnel Working at Heights Need a Fall Rescue Plan

Workers in many industries face potential fall hazards. Any organization that has personnel working at heights should have a fall rescue plan implemented.

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Construction Worker Installing Fall Protection Guardrails
Fall Protection
Fall Protection System Failures That Can Be Prevented

Despite the emerging sophisticated and innovative fall protection systems, learn more about why fall-related injuries and fatalities are still happening.

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Hospital Emergency Room
OSHA
Reporting Injuries to OSHA: What You Need to Know

Review the main points on injury reporting now so you are prepared, and then keep the focus on safety so you never have to put this knowledge to use.

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A worker wearing a hard hat and a safety vest demonstrating how to wear a personal fall arrest system shown from the front and the back.
Fall Protection
Personal Fall Arrest Systems are Critical Fall Protection

Fall hazards are recognized as one of the OSHA Big Four. Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) are commonly used by workers when serious fall hazards exist.

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Industrial Equipment with Lock and Tag in place for Lockout/Tagout
Lockout Tagout
Stay Safe When Restoring Service After Lockout Procedures

When the servicing or maintenance is completed, lockout/tagout procedures for restoring service should be used to make sure all workers are protected.

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