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A safety committee is a group formed within an organization that functions to serve as an advocate for workplace health and safety.

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.

An effective anti-retaliation program improves employee engagement and helps protect employers and workers from violations of federal laws and regulations.

A critical element of any effective safety and health program is a proactive, ongoing process to identify and assess workplace and jobsite hazards.

Management provides the leadership, vision, and resources that are critically needed to implement an effective safety and health program.

Propane is a safe, efficient, and reliable fuel often used on the job but it must be handled, transported, and stored properly or it can be dangerous.

While hand trucks can reduce risks associated with manual lifting, there are still safety precautions to follow when hand trucks are used for materials handling.

A spotter may be recommended for ground guiding trucks or equipment at the job site when the driver doesn't have full view of the working area and hazards.

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