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Wood Chipper
Incidents
Crushed-by Wood Chipper Machine Maintenance Incident

Wood chippers are dangerous, but this tragedy didn't happen the way you think. Lessons Learned reminder to always inspect heavy equipment prior to use.

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COVID-19 Coronavirus Stay Safe at Work Banner in Blue
Health
COVID-19: Guidelines on How to Protect Yourself at Work

These guidelines, provided by the CDC and other trusted sources, may help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in work environments.

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Crane Lifting Heavy Load
Heavy Equipment
Working With Large Cranes Requires Specialized Training

Crane operators, workers rigging the load, and those guiding or working as a spotter must all be specially trained in their specific duties and tasks.

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Man Coughing into Elbow
Health
Cover Your Cough: Stop the Spread of Germs at Work

Cover your mouth, wash your hands with soap, and throw your tissues away. These simple steps help protect everyone at work from germs that make us sick.

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Cottonmouth Snake
Site Safety
Cottonmouth Snakes Can Be a Threat on Outdoor Job Sites

Cottonmouth and other venomous snakes can be a real hazard for some workers, and if that's the case they should be trained on how to protect themselves.

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Coral Snake on Mulch
Site Safety
Reminders About Coral Snake Dangers for Outdoor Workers

For outdoor workers there may be the opportunity to encounter venomous snakes on the job and safety training should include how to watch for snakes.

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Copperhead Snake
Site Safety
Copperhead Snakes Can Be a Threat on Outdoor Job Sites

Copperhead snakes are not usually aggressive but it's important for outdoor workers to understand the threat and know what to do if they see a snake.

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Stairway Still Under Construction
Fall Protection
Safety Considerations for Stairways on Construction Sites

Safety tips on how to keep workers safe when the stairways are under construction, like the ones being built and used at construction sites.

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Construction Suicide Prevention Week Banner Image
Awareness Campaigns
Join the Initiative: Construction Suicide Prevention Week

In September, Suicide Prevention Month, the construction industry devotes a week to tackling the critical issue of worker suicides and promoting mental health.

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