All safety Articles

A bag of dry cement with a small shovel in it.
Health
Health Hazards of Working With Cement in Construction

Workers using cement should know the health hazards, understand the risks, and follow safe working procedures necessary to limit harmful exposure.

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Fire Alarm with Graphic Words that say, "This is not a Drill!"
Fire
Workplace Fire Protection Training is Beneficial on the Job

All workers should have a clear understanding of the organization’s fire safety plan, and be familiar with the location and types of extinguishers available.

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Close-up view of a walk-behind saw blade.
Tools
Safety Precautions for Construction Walk-Behind Saws

The hazards of operating a walk-behind saw, guidance for transport, and the safety precautions to prevent the dangers of carbon monoxide and silica dust.

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Large handheld power saw not currently in use with blade attached.
Tools
Work Site Safety Tips When Using Handheld Power Saws

Handheld power saws, including circular saws, are versatile and convenient tools that can be dangerous if safety precautions are not taken seriously.

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Warehouse worker that has back pain from lifting heavy boxes.
Health
Back Injury Prevention Tips and Techniques for All Workers

Apply these safety tips and techniques when your job requires lifting and carrying, to prevent potential discomfort, aggravation, strains, sprains and injury.

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Worker rolling up an orange extension cord.
Electrical
GFCI and Extension Cord Electrical Safety Precautions

Extension cords are common and convenient, but when used without proper safety precautions they can become fire hazards and pose risks to worker safety.

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Tangle of electrical cords and surge protector commonly found underneath an office desk.
Office Safety
Electrical Hazards Often Found in the Office

The high volume of electrical equipment in a typical office work environment can expose workers to serious electrical hazards, including shocks, burns and fire.

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Moffett brand forklift, painted red, not in operation
Heavy Equipment
Keeping Pedestrians Safe When Forklifts are in the Area

For any company with forklifts in operation, it is imperative that pedestrian safety be a top concern when foot traffic is in the same area as the forklifts.

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Work Zone with Traffic Drums, Barricades and Signs
Work Zones
Temporary Traffic Control Signs and Devices for Work Zones

Temporary traffic control signs and devices are an essential component of temporary traffic control effectiveness and overall work zone safety.

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