Working Safely in Confined Spaces
Many different companies work in or around confined spaces and unfortunately, a lot of them do not have a real plan in place for this type of work. There are many types of confined spaces; tanks, silos, pits, tunnels, pipes, boilers are just a few examples. No matter what the type, confined spaces have something […]
OSHA and the New Electronic Reporting Rule
OSHA has changed the way certain companies must handle their OSHA 300A Summary for 2016 moving forward in 2017 and beyond. I have listed a summary below but there are 3 main points to the new rule regarding reporting. Companies over 250 Employees must electronically submit their 300A Summary to OSHA by July 1st, 2017. (Starting […]
Staying Safe While Working in Cold Weather
As all of our Texas clients know, Texas has very unpredictable weather. During our winter months, it can be 62ᵒ and sunny on Monday and 33ᵒ and cloudy on Tuesday. These temperature swings can often be a challenge for employees trying to prepare for the next days work schedule. For prolonged cold spells, workers exposed to […]
The Opportunity of A Near Miss
We’ve all heard or used the phrase “close call” or “near miss” at some point in time. I’ll even wager it’s happened while driving your car and almost being in an accident. When that happens do you say to yourself, “Whew, that was close?” That is a near miss. We can look back and think […]
Eye Safety – Eye Protection Is Cheap But Eye Are Priceless!
What do tiny flying particles, contact with chemicals, and swinging objects have in common? They are the most common causes of eye injuries in the workplace, and all put you at risk. Not many people realize that the workplace is a leading source of eye trauma, loss of vision, disability, and blindness. Of the 2,000 employees […]
Walking Is Working!
At some point for most of us, we’ve all had that near slip or moment when we trip over something causing us to fall. Just that little momentary lapse of concentrating on what you are doing creates a problem by distracting you from an activity that results in a slip, trip or fall. It can […]
Stay Safe In Spring Weather
Spring Weather can be very unpredictable, and just as unstable. Severe weather affects everyone with the potential for tornadoes, thunderstorms, lightning, flooding, and even hurricanes. Especially in the spring, violent weather threatens countless adults, children, homes, schools, business, and your personal belongings. But the truth is, the majority of people and businesses are not prepared. Early […]
Preventing CTDs (Cumulative Trauma Disorders)
Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs) are strains that result from long–term repetitive motion or from continually working in an awkward position. Strains commonly occur in the wrists, arms, shoulders or back, affecting the body’s joints and surrounding muscles and tendons. CTDs are said to be today’s fastest growing occupational problem, affecting all types of employees, from computer operators to […]
February 1st — Time to Post Your OSHA 300A!
February is quickly approaching and it’s time again to look at the process of preparing this year’s 300A Summary. To complete the 300A, employers must use the previous year’s OSHA 300 Log. The 300A is a condensed version of your 300 log. Employers with 10 or more employees must post a summary of the previous calendar year’s […]
Stay Safe When Working in Cold Weather
Workers exposed to extremely cold conditions are at risk of serious health problems, including hypothermia, frostbite, dehydration and muscle injuries. Working in cold weather puts enormous strain on your body. Air temperature is not the only measure of cold, the wind makes it colder. Windy days and cold temperatures combine to make it dangerously cold. […]