When it comes to general safety, ladders present a significant amount of risk. Unfortunately, the United States leads the world in ladder deaths, with 300 deaths and 164,000 injuries a year resulting from ladders. What’s more, 43% of fatal falls have involved a...
The truth of the matter is that everyone has unconscious bias whether they recognize it or not. Throughout our lives there are three major groups that heavily influence us; family, friends, and the media. They influence our thoughts and often pass on dangerous...
A personal fall arrest system is a key component of a workplace fall protection safety program. Designed for use when other types of fall protection are not practical or feasible, a personal fall arrest system (PFAS) is meant to keep a person from hitting a lower...
A powered industrial truck operator must always know the potential hazards and limitations of his or her vehicle. Good operating techniques and a keen awareness of your surroundings go hand in hand with safe operation of your vehicle. Always be aware of changing road...
Before you attempt to lift a load, be sure that your vehicle can handle the weight of the load by checking the manufacturer’s nameplate located on the body of the vehicle. Be sure that the load is properly stacked and secure. When lifting pallet loads, place the forks...
