Date Posted: 09/21/2016

Some of the most dangerous situations arise out of common mistakes that can be easily avoided. This Toolbox Talk will focus on some of the more common (and commonly overlooked) safety issues that should be prevented to help improve safety performance.

Date Posted: 09/21/2016

Concrete is used on most construction sites. There are hazards resulting from the act of forming, placing and finishing concrete.

Date Posted: 09/21/2016

Concrete pumping is an economical and efficient means of placing concrete on most jobs in the construction industry today. Every person on the job-site should understand the hazards that can occur when air is compressed in the hose. Following proper safety guidelines enables a safe, successful and profitable concrete pour.

Date Posted: 09/20/2016

Construction Material Salvage typically requires the deconstruction of a building in a way that preserves building materials for future reuse. The salvage of lumber, bricks, steel, windows, stone, floor coverings, ornamental items, etc. are common, if in good condition, for the reuse in new structures. It is becoming more necessary as virgin materials are more expensive. The reuse of salvaged materials also reduces unnecessary landfilling.

Date Posted: 09/20/2016

Construction Activity Pollution Prevention requires a lot of coordination and onsite management lending itself to potential overlap and collaboration opportunities between sustainability and safety. There are a number of parallels between safety supervision and construction activity pollution prevention that can make a jobsite and the surrounding community safer.

Date Posted: 09/19/2016

All employees working on the roof should be tied off unless additional safety features such as a guardrail have been put into place.

Date Posted: 09/19/2016

This talk applies to all types of cranes, including mobile cranes, overhead or gantry cranes and jib cranes. It is important to understand the characteristics and methods to operate your crane safely. The U.S. Department of Labor cites an average of 82 deaths per year due to crane accidents at construction sites alone.

Date Posted: 09/19/2016

Welding and cutting pose several hazards on the jobsite. Following proper guidelines and wearing appropriate attire, you can eliminate the possibility of an accident.

Date Posted: 09/18/2016

Demolition is high-risk work and adequate preparations are required. Falls and premature collapse of structures are the greatest risk. Communication is the best line of defense to reduce injury.

Date Posted: 09/18/2016

Diesel engines provide power to a wide variety of vehicles, heavy equipment and machinery in a large number of industries such as construction, transportation, mining, agriculture and types of manufacturing operations.

Date Posted: 09/18/2016

Unexpected traffic delays can be avoided by following specific guidelines at the Traffic Control Zone.

Date Posted: 09/17/2016

Workers who handle drywall sheets are at high risk of overexertion and fall injuries. Drywall installers spend most of the day standing, bending, or stretching. This work is physically demanding.

Date Posted: 09/17/2016

It is critical to understand where electricity is located on a jobsite in order to avoid electrocutions of electrical workers.

Date Posted: 09/16/2016

Use only electrical equipment that is approved for use in the workplace and for the type of work to be performed. The use of approved equipment does not eliminate all dangers if the equipment is damaged or is used in adverse conditions, such as in rain or wet areas.

Date Posted: 09/15/2016

An exit route is a continuous and unobstructed path from any point within a workplace to a place of safety.

Date Posted: 09/15/2016

Ladders are probably the most used and misused piece of access and egress equipment and their usage accounts for a large percentage of accidents. Keep attention to details when working with ladders. Ensure that you choose a ladder that is tall enough for you to safely access your work area or reach your task. The ladder must also be strong enough to support you and your tools, and suitable for your work environment.

Date Posted: 09/15/2016

Falls are the most frequent cause of fatalities in construction and annually account for one of every three construction-related deaths. Fall protection trigger heights will vary depending on the task being performed. The “trigger height” is the minimum height at which fall protection is required. Know the trigger heights for your work and use fall protection as required.

Date Posted: 09/14/2016

Using the proper fire extinguisher is extremely important and the use of the wrong type may actually spread the fire. All fire extinguishers have a label to tell you what fires they can extinguish.

Date Posted: 09/14/2016

When workers think of fire prevention, they often think of fire extinguishers and having them close by to prevent a larger fire. When fire prevention is done right, it eliminates the need of a fire extinguisher.

Date Posted: 09/13/2016

The priorities of first aid are to; save life, prevent casualty’s condition from getting worse and to seek medical help as soon as possible. If you know basic first aid, you could save a life. As an employee, you are not required to provide first aid if you are not comfortable.