by esoadmin | May 25, 2021 | Toolbox Talk
Slips and trips are caused from unintended or unexpected change in the contact between the foot and walking surface. Slips and trips do not always result in a fall. Back injuries, strains, sprains, turned ankles or other painful injuries can occur due to jerking and...
by esoadmin | Apr 12, 2021 | Toolbox Talk
An arc flash is, very simply, an electrical short circuit through air. Whether it occurs from phase to ground or phase to phase, doesn’t matter. What does matter is that enough energy is present to perpetuate the arc. Lightning and an electric arc welding...
by esoadmin | Mar 4, 2021 | Toolbox Talk
Respirators come in a wide variety of types, shapes, and sizes. The specific type required for adequate protection depends on the type of hazardous substance in the work environment and the type of work being performed. To select the correct respirator, it is...
by esoadmin | Feb 16, 2021 | Toolbox Talk
One fundamental safety-related work practice is that exposed, live electrical parts must be de-energized before work on or near them is permitted. The only exception to this rule is when a qualified person is available and it is absolutely necessary due to equipment...
by esoadmin | Feb 10, 2021 | Toolbox Talk
To work around electricity safely, it is necessary to understand how it acts, how it can be directed, what hazards it presents and how these hazards can be controlled. It is necessary that you know the basic terms that describe electricity and their meaning in order...
by esoadmin | Jan 7, 2021 | Toolbox Talk
The Lockout Standard of OSHA for industry includes lockout requirements for the servicing and maintenance of machines and equipment and any associated activities. Normal production operations are not covered by the standard unless an employee is required to remove or...