The prime contractor at a worksite is responsible for the safety of all workers and people on the site. This is especially important on construction sites, where there are often workers from several different trades working simultaneously.
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In my selfie, I’m armed against fire ants. Post yours on Twitter with hashtags #safetyselfie and #NAOSHWeek May 3-9.
It’s like a different option – not print, not electronic – easier than a regular-sized manual, and always accessible because it fits into the hand of a person in real life – unlike an online version.
Conveyor hazards in shake and shingle mills is one new talk, published online in March 2015.
What’s unique about this industry is that an “employee” could refer to a brother, daughter, or other family member. Since 2009, there have been 11 fatalities and 134 serious injuries related to equipment and machinery in BC.
Wearing clothing and footwear that covers exposed skin can help.
This musical message – brought to you from the Oregon State Accident Insurance Fund – reminds us how to adjust an office workspace to the right ergonomic fit.
It’s “…a simplified approach to understanding how to conduct an ergonomics assessment.”
During a flood, chemicals that can harm your health might be released from businesses, homes, and other sources into the water.
Getting the word out about forklift safety resources after a worker was fatally injured.
