by Interactive Guru | Jun 26, 2024 | DOT HazMat Awareness, Toolbox Talk
The hazard class is a set of nine number designations that describe the type of hazard associated with a material. You will see this number at the bottom of the label or placard. Class 1 are explosives and are broken down into the following divisions: 1.1 Products...
by Interactive Guru | Jun 26, 2024 | Driver Safety, Toolbox Talk
You should also pay attention to proper positioning. Maintain proper lane position and spacing with respect to the other vehicles around you. Keeping your vehicle properly positioned will minimize the risk of a collision by keeping as much space as possible between...
by Interactive Guru | Jun 3, 2024 | Heat Safety, Toolbox Talk
According to OSHA, recent studies have shown that almost half of heat-related deaths occur on a worker’s very first day on the job and over 70 percent occur during the worker’s first week. These types of tragedies can be avoided if employers take actions to protect...
by Interactive Guru | May 1, 2024 | Stormwater Pollution Prevention, Toolbox Talk
Sediment and debris carried by stormwater runoff may smother aquatic species, beneficial plants, and their aquatic habitats. Debris can include trash, such as plastic bags, six-pack rings, bottles, and cigarette butts. Very often, erosion of soil and sediment from a...
by Interactive Guru | Apr 19, 2024 | Driver Safety, Toolbox Talk
Intersections are very dangerous places. According to the NHTSA, nearly 40% of crashes occur at intersections, and 96% of these are due to driver error. How should you approach an intersection? First, remember to search the intersection, both on approach and when...
by Interactive Guru | Mar 1, 2024 | Stormwater Pollution Prevention, Toolbox Talk
Let’s define the term stormwater. Stormwater is runoff from rain, snow, or other forms of precipitation, which results in surface runoff and drainage. Several problems may arise when stormwater runoff occurs. All industrial and municipal activities interface with the...
