All safety Articles

Family around table with a lot of food celebrating Thanksgiving.
Home & Holiday
Thanksgiving is a Wonderful Time, But Keep Safety in Mind

Even if things get hectic, remind yourself what the holidays are truly about and know that nothing is more important than having a safe holiday this year.

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Electronic roadside sign displaying a flood warning with barricades and flooded roadway in the background.
Emergency
Flood Preparation: Reducing Risk Before Conditions Change

Flood preparation focuses on early planning and action to reduce risk and protect people when flooding becomes a threat.

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A long stretch of highway and a blue sky with clouds.
Driving Safety
Long-Distance Driving Safety Tips for Workers on the Road

Review these important safety tips for drivers that may need to embark on a one-time long distance drive or are required to take long drives more often.

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A danger sign on a fence outside a demolition project that says, "Danger, Demolition Work in Progress."
Site Safety
Even More Risks to Construction Workers During Demolition

All personnel on a demolition project need to be fully aware of the potential for unknown hazards and the safety precautions available to control these hazards.

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Worker wearing a hard hat climbing up a ladder to get into an attic.
Fall Protection
Fall Hazards and Protection Methods for Workers in Attics

All workers exposed to fall hazards must be trained and know the procedures to follow to minimize fall hazards to ensure their safety while working in attics.

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A driver with an aching back.
Driving Safety
Ergonomic Adjustments For Drivers Can Reduce Discomfort

There are many ergonomic adjustments drivers are encouraged to make to ensure driving does not add additional stress and strain on the body.

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Person viewing medical records on an electronic tablet.
Health
Employee Access to Their Own Medical Records

Employees who have exposure to toxic substances or harmful physical agents at their work site have a right to view their medical and exposure records.

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Two workers on a suspended scaffold on a building.
Scaffolds & Lifts
Safety Precautions When Using Suspended Scaffolds

Using scaffolds to access hard-to-reach areas is often necessary. For especially difficult areas the safest approach may be to use a suspended scaffold.

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Example of a supported scaffold.
Scaffolds & Lifts
Supported Scaffold Safety Hazards on Construction Sites

All supported scaffolds have several common safety concerns that must be addressed during their construction and use.

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