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Recognizing Warning Signs of Heat Illness at Work

Workers who spend long hours under the sun are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Laborers in the construction, utilities, and postal service industries are at increased risk, especially those working in warmer climates.
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Are Your Favorite Restaurants Violating Safety Guidelines?

What’s your favorite Sussex County restaurant? Are they violating health and food safety guidelines? Delaware Online’s Article “Which Sussex County restaurants have had the most violations in the past 30 days?” shares the restaurants with the most violations as of January 21, 2024. 
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Comprehensive Guide: Identify Workplace Hazards (5 Steps)

A hazard refers to any condition or circumstance in the workplace that can potentially cause damage, harm, or adverse health effects to individuals or property under specific conditions. The Occupational Safety Hazard Administration (OSHA) emphasizes that every workplace must be prepared to identify potential hazards to reduce the risk of injuries or fatalities before they even occur.
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Lockout Tagout Training: Essential Safety Program

Lockout and tagout devices are handy little tools that help workers performing service or maintenance on equipment or machinery protect themselves against potentially hazardous energy. Without lockouts and tagouts, employees are left vulnerable to injuries and even death caused by unexpected energization (or the release of stored energy).

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Preventing Arc Flash Injuries: Safety Tips & Prevention

Working with electricity isn’t something to fear, but it can come with risks. One of the most significant examples for employees who use electrical equipment is an arc flash injury or arc flash incident. These often occur due to human error, but they can also be a product of natural circumstances.

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How Forklift Stability & Center of Gravity Connected?

Forklifts are essential pieces of equipment in various industries, including distribution centers, manufacturing, construction, and retail. One crucial aspect of operating a forklift safely is understanding the relationship between forklift stability and its center of gravity.

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Understanding DART Rate: Calculation, Formula & Meaning

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) collects data about work-related injuries and illnesses from employers nationwide. This information allows OSHA to evaluate safety norms and take action against non-compliant organizations. 

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GHS Label Requirements for Shipping: Tips and Guidelines

Ever notice how some shipping containers carry 'Warning” labels or symbols such as large exclamation points? This is part of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), an international standardized approach to classifying substances based on physical, health, and environmental hazards. 

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Winter Driving 101: 10 Tips for Employees for Road Safety

As temperatures drop, the risk of road safety hazards goes up. Winter weather – ice, sleet, snow – makes driving a lot more difficult than usual. It’s important to plan for this change in driving conditions, especially if you’re driving to, from, or at the workplace. You can avoid most safety risks with a little extra preparation. 

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