Construction Safety

Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) is a by-product formed by decaying organic matter. It can be found in oil or gas operations, mining facilities, sewage, was...

Increasing deaths, injuries and property loss from arcing faults have led to increased study into the causes. The National Fire Protection Associa...

Compliance officers will interview workers and review training records kept by the employer to verify that the employer provided the required trai...

More construction workers die from falling from a height above six feet. General construction averaged eight scissor lift related deaths each yea...

Personal Protective Equipment is provided by the company. The right choice is for the worker to make sure the appropriate protective equipment is ...

Front-End Loader Safety program will concentrate on the basic safe operations for the standard front-end loader. As an operator, you are a skilled...

Skid steer equipment has become the number one workhorses for public works and construction. With trenchers, plows, grapples, buckets and hoes an...

The Global Harmonized System (GHS) is an International approach to hazard communication. It is based on major existing systems around the world, i...

Lockout and tagout is the locking up the energy sources of a machine so it cannot be started. The people who perform this process are mechanics an...

During summertime, the risk of heat illness or dying of over-exposure from the effects of heat becomes greater. Workers whose jobs are outside are...

The serious dangers associated with confined spaces are invisible and silent. Entering a tank, vault, boiler or manhole can be a hazardous journey...

Confined space entry must be approached with a professional attitude and a methodical system designed to prevent situations from escalating into a...

It is important to know and understand the capabilities and limitations of the aerial lift. It is your responsibility to make sure you are properl...

The telehandler can lift up to 10,000 pounds and extend outwards 30 to 40 feet. They can tilt the load lift or right to balance the load equally ...

Noise can damage your hearing permanently. It’s important to protect your hearing at work and home. Awareness is the first step toward preventin...

Regardless of your job, there are some basic safe work practices that must be observed by everyone working on the job site. It takes an effort on...

Basic Electrical Safety in the Workplace program gives a basic understanding of electricity. There are different types of electricity or electrica...

Chemicals can improve our lives, if we do not understand them, they can be harmful. The information about a chemical is on the label. It is import...

(BBP) When a safety committee is properly formed, supported and budgeted they can be invaluable to the safety program. It’s important to understa...

GHS Are You Ready?A new GHS and Hazcom Complete Training Package This package is a complete training kit for the new transition that is happening i...

Not everyone understands or knows how to use fire extinguishers. There are different extinguishers for each type of fire. The object of fire extin...

Based on the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), an average of 60 workers die in cave-ins annually. According to NIOSH,...

The chain saw ranks as one of the most dangerous tools found in the industry and home. The manufacturer provides safety and operating instruction...

Front-end loaders come in all sizes and shapes which include track loaders, skid steer, backhoe loaders, and tractor loaders. Loaders are often mi...

Asbestos is not harmful unless inhaled. Non-flyable or non-crumbling asbestos is not a direct health threat. Many older homes and buildings cont...

A hazardous chemical is any chemical that poses a physical or health hazard. Every day you work or are exposed to hazardous materials and chemic...

Asbestos has been used for many products such as fireproofing, pipe insulation, theatre curtains, siding, roofing, gaskets and packing, water and ...

The Advanced New Employee Orientation For Construction program talks about technology moving ahead. No matter what job you have or in what indust...

As a source of power, electricity is accepted without much thought to the hazards encountered. To handle electricity safely, you need to understa...

There are various types of fall protection such as guardrails, safety nets and covers for open surfaces. Falls from any height can cause serious i...

Safety awareness is of vital concern because the more you know and think about safety, the safer and healthier you will perform your job. Safety ...

Underwriters Laboratories, Consumer Product Safety Commission, OSHA and ANSI have been evaluating and testing tools in an effort to produce safer ...

Bucket trucks are also known as aerial lift trucks. This equipment is used in every industry and comes with risks and hazards. Bucket trucks are...

There are numerous ways for injury while working around a vacuum truck. There are pinch points, falls, pressure and vacuum related risks, foot in...

The health effects of any toxic substance are related to the amount of exposure, also known as dose. The greater the dose the more severe the eff...

Lockout/Tagout - Controlling Hazardous Energy Sources - Control of hazardous energy sources is a requirement that organizations must implement fo...

Falls from scaffolds causing disabilities and fatal injuries is the most common hazard to constructions workers. According to OSHA, about 72% of...

Forklifts can save time on your job when used safely. A forklift professional does not cause property damage or injuries. Operators are expected t...

Backhoes are one of the most common types of construction equipment. Backhoe loaders can dig, scrape and load material. With special attachments t...

Slips and falls can occur just about anywhere - not watching where you are walking, slip off a ladder and just not paying attention. In this progr...

Silicosis is a form of pneumoconiosis which is silica dust in the lungs. This program explains how your lungs and respiratory system are affected...

The use of a hot work permit system is a primary means of preventing fires due to non-routine open flam and high temperature processes. Hot work ...

Chains, Cranes, Hoist, and Slings program illustrates the proper use and maintenance of cranes and lifting devices with emphasis on safety. Safety...

Public agency workers perform a great benefit to the public by virtue of a safe and reliable water supply, well maintained roadways and other port...

Asbestos has been used for many products such as fireproofing, pipe insulation, theatre curtains, siding, roofing, gaskets and packing, water and ...

Fall prevention has been a major concern for many with recent statistics reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealing that fatal falls we...

There is a wide range of potential hazards when using welding and cutting equipment. This training program is designed to review basic safety p...

Thousands of individuals are injured from falling off a ladder each year. Most injuries are caused by slipping on grease, oil and solvents left o...