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11 Jul

Last Minute Risk Assessment - July 2025 - Week 29

Many accidents in the workplace are avoidable and often occur during routine tasks. A worker that underestimates the hazards in their job is less likely to remained focused and take the necessary precautions to perform the job safely.
This week we will discuss a tool that can be used in your workplace to provide a final review of the task at hand to ensure employees are operating safely. This tool is the Last Minute Risk Assessment (LMRA).

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04 Jul

Material Storage Safety - July 2025 - Week 28

This week we will dive a little deeper into storage safety practices for the industrial setting. Even the best of the best Tetris© masters are often challenged when it comes to not only finding room to store objects of many shapes and sizes but doing so in a safe manner. This week we will share some safety tips and best practices for storing materials in your workplace.

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20 Jun

Stormwater Pollution Prevention - June 2025 - Week 26

Discussing stormwater pollution prevention may not be a common topic in your workplace but the more awareness you have in your facility, the better your pollution prevention program will be. Having an effective stormwater pollution prevention program requires everyone’s time and efforts. The end result of having an effective program is a cleaner environment which benefits everyone in the long run. This week we will discuss the basics of stormwater pollution prevention.

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13 Jun

Ladder Safety - June 2025 - Week 25

A fall from any height can result in a concussion, traumatic brain injury, and in some cases, death. Ladder accidents are common at home and in the workplace and the majority of ladder deaths are from falls 10 feet or less.
This week we will discuss three commonly used ladder types, how to safely use them, and safe storing and handling techniques that you can easily implement to your usage.

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06 Jun

Summer Heat Safety - June 2025 - Week 24

Summer has arrived and it’s heating up out there! It’s time to start thinking about how to keep your employees and co-workers safe in their work environment with temperatures increasing. Summer comes every year yet somehow it seems to arrive before we are ready. This week we will discuss heat related illness, tips for hot weather safety and have an open discussion about ways you can prepare in the workplace.

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30 May

Contractor Safety - June 2025 - Week 23

When considering the safety culture in your workplace, it is important to take into account not just the employees on payroll but also the contractors and everyone on site performing work for your company. Getting contractors involved in your safety culture is critical to keeping everyone safe on the job. This week we will discuss the 5 cycles of the contractor lifecycle.

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23 May

Hydration - May 2025 - Week 22

Drinking enough water each day is crucial for many reasons: it ensures the body’s ability to regulate temperature, it keeps joints lubricated and prevents infections. A hydrated body also delivers nutrients to cells and keeps organs functioning properly. Being well-hydrated also improves sleep quality, cognition, and mood. With summer on the way, let’s review hydration tips and ways a lack of hydration can affect the body.

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09 May

Water Safety - May 2025 - Week 20

The weather is warming up and summer is quickly approaching. With the water warming up, it’s almost time for trips to the beach and afternoons spent outside by the pool. There’s nothing like a day in the water, but it’s important to stay safe and practice proper water safety. Here are some tips to keep in mind before you hit the waves or jump in the pool.

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28 Apr

Incident Reporting - April 2025 - Week 18

Reporting a minor injury may seem trivial at the time. Maybe it’s just a small cut or a slip on a slick floor. Doesn’t seem like a big deal, right? It happens in everyday life. But what if one day someone it badly cut by that same piece of machinery that barely grazed you or someone slipped and injured themselves in that exact same spot you slipped yesterday. Or to give another scenario, what if you sustain a minor cut but keep working through and don’t properly clean the wound and it becomes infected. It may seem unlikely, but these preventable injuries happen every day. This week we will discuss taking the extra steps to protect yourself and your co-workers by reporting workplace safety incidents.

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18 Apr

Snake Safety - April 2025 - Week 17

As the weather begins to warm up, the critters begin to come out. There are many different types of wildlife that pose a threat in the workplace. Snakes in particular can be a major concern in many regions across the globe. It is vitally important to be aware of the potential threat to your employees and to take the proper steps to avoid and react in case of a snake related incident.

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04 Apr

Crane and Hoist Safety - April 2025 - Week 15

Nothing is more frightening to a crane operator than a crane becoming unbalanced or collapsing due to
excessive weight load. In an average year, injuries related to cranes and hoists account for approximately 1,000
lost-time work hours. Employees working with this type of equipment are exposed to great hazards which
require taking extra safety precautions.
This week, we will discuss the safety rules for operating cranes, moving loads, and parking loaded cranes. We
will also discuss how to properly inspect overhead cranes, hoists, and wire ropes used on hoists.

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28 Mar

Spring Safety - March-April 2025 - Week 14

Spring time is almost here which means sunshine and warmer temperatures. However, along with all the fun, spring brings in its own share of hazards. Spring is a great for time outdoors and getting active but taking an extra minute to consider safety can prevent accidents and injury.
This week we will discuss common spring time activities, safety hazards and preventative measures.

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14 Mar

Reducing Eye Strain - March 2025 - Week 12

As the trend for many workplaces move towards remote work, more and more time will be spent in front of the computer screen. We need to shift our thinking about safety to consider less than obvious safety risks like eye strain. The average person spends 6-9 hours of screen time a day, the tips we will discuss this week will help reduce the effects of eye strain despite the many hours of screen time often required for remote work.

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