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A worker standing on a platform ladder.
Ladders
Handle, Use, Transport, and Store Platform Ladders Safely

While they may seem safer than a traditional step ladder, if platform ladders are not used correctly, they can still lead to serious injuries.

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Two adults laying on colorful floats enjoying the pool.
Home & Holiday
Summer Heat Outdoor Safety Tips for Swimming and Boating

There are hazards with most summer activities, especially when the sun is intense and the temperatures rise, but most recreational mishaps are preventable.

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Assorted paints and chemicals in a garage that can be fire hazards.
Home & Holiday
Protect Your Family by Using and Storing Flammables Safely

Flammable and combustible liquids and gases can be fire hazards because their vapors ignite easily so extra precautions are needed when using at home.

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A desk with a hardhat, laptop computer, and papers with a banner that says Core Elements of a Safety Program.
Best Practices
Core Elements of a Safety Program: OSHA Breaks It Down

OSHA has a lot of great advice when it comes to adopting a proactive approach to workplace safety and health and here is the step-by-step approach to follow.

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Someone walking around their home and tripping on a lamp cord.
Home & Holiday
Practical Ways to Prevent Slips, Trips, and Falls at Home

Here's how anyone can be proactive about identifying and addressing slip, trip, and fall hazards around the home to significantly reduce the risk of injuries.

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Workers on a banner image that says Safety Program Worker Participation
Best Practices
Worker Participation is Key to Successful Safety Programs

A workplace safety and health program needs workers to participate in a meaningful way in order to be effective. Here's how to make that happen.

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The dirt ground covered in snow with lots of mud puddles.
Site Safety
Navigating Hazardous Ground Conditions for Worksite Safety

Unsafe ground conditions can introduce new hazards on outdoor job sites which can slow down projects and can also be dangerous for workers.

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A rat crawling up a thick rope.
Site Safety
Rodent Risks: Health Hazards and Damage in the Workplace

In addition to the health and sanitation risks introduced by mice and rats, when they invade the job site or work facility, rodents can cause quite a bit of damage.

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A graphic of personal protective equipment and a safety first sign with the words Short Service Employees.
Best Practices
Ensuring the Safety of Short Service Employees on the Job

Workplace safety is one area that is critically important for management to focus on during the new hire training period of short service employees.

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