Safety articles on Heavy Equipment

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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Industrial Trash Compactor
Heavy Equipment

Safety Awareness for Industrial Trash Compactor Hazards

Workers who load or work near open top trash compactors need to be aware of the unique hazards of these large machines, essential for many companies.

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Construction Supervisor with Clipboard, Heavy Equipment in Background
Heavy Equipment

Safety Guidelines When Working with Heavy Equipment

There are many safety guidelines that go along with the challenges of working with heavy equipment, as moving machinery can cause serious bodily harm.

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Excavator
Heavy Equipment

Why It's Important to Keep Heavy Equipment Maintained

Heavy equipment is needed on every construction site. Keeping heavy equipment in good working condition can often prevent serious or even fatal incidents.

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Overhead Crane in Industrial Environment
Heavy Equipment

Unique Safety Hazards of Overhead and Gantry Cranes

Overhead cranes are essential in many manufacturing, maintenance and industrial work environments when efficiency is required for moving heavy loads.

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Truck Hauling Excavator Down City Street
Heavy Equipment

5 Safety Tips to Remember When Hauling Heavy Equipment

Ensure safety, even when on the road. When it's time for hauling your heavy equipment keep these tips in mind to ensure safety first.

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Forklift loaded with boxes slowly moving up a ramp to load a truck.
Heavy Equipment

Forklift Safety on the Job Starts With Operator Safety Training

Although forklifts (powered industrial trucks) make work more efficient, they can pose serious hazards to those operating or working near them.

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