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Mining is a dangerous profession. In 2017 alone there were 28 fatalities in the U.S. Although this represents a downward trend in mining-related deaths, any number of fatalities and injuries is too high to accept. Most incidents in the mining industry are caused by powered haulage and machinery. Experienced miners are just as likely to…
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Noise-induced hearing loss can be caused by one-time exposure to an intense sound as well as by continuous exposure to loud and long-lasting noises. And harmful levels are lower than most people realize. This is why it’s vital for workers to be protected every single time they’re exposed to damaging noises—because even one serious case…
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Truck operators often find themselves having to work long hours in order to complete delivery orders. A previous post on SafeStart discussed how fatigued truck drivers who go beyond their set hours on a shift-share the same behind-the-wheel capacity as those who drink and drive. It’s no surprise therefore that Truckacccidents.org revealed that approximately 30%…
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There’s no doubt that safety is important—companies invest in safety training to see improvements in injury rates and the well-being of their employees. Safety training can also increase productivity, improve morale and decrease downtime, all of which reduce costs to the company. But most safety training isn’t a “one and done” process. Even though you…
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As the winter holidays approach, employees tend to deal with more distractions than usual. Planning dinners, hosting out-of-town family members, purchasing gifts and figuring out the logistics of other festive activities can easily cause people’s minds to wander when they’re at work. From a health and safety perspective, it’s worth considering how these issues affect…
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When operating specialized equipment in the workplace, employers must work with their staff to help them secure the correct permits, certifications and training. However, preventing forklift incidents in the workplace doesn’t end with filing an application or handing an employee their permit—they can occur at any point in a worker’s career. Incidents when operating powered…
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This is an excerpt from our free toolbox tips guide. If you deliver safety talks regularly then you’ve probably run into a ‘staleness’ issue—how do you keep talks fresh and interesting if you have to discuss the same problems over and over again? The most direct solution is to expand the scope of your toolbox talks…
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Aerial lifts are used by various industries from construction to entertainment and can be divided into four categories: manually-propelled, self-propelled (e.g., scissor lift), boom-supported (e.g., with a telescopic or joined boom), and vehicle-mounted. Often, aerial lifts are operated by workers who are not trained properly, use old or faulty equipment, or don’t wear fall arrest…
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When you hear the word distracted, your mind often goes to the cause of the distraction—most commonly, a cellphone. Distracted driving (cellphone), distracted walking (cellphone), distracted dining (cellphone)—but what about distracted working? There’s no question that mobile devices like cellphones, tablets and laptops can help with productivity in the workplace by increasing communication through phone…
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When it comes to safety, people tend to be very confident in their own abilities. Many workers seem to think, “It can’t happen to me, so why should I pay attention to yet another health and safety training session?” But when faced with helping others be safe, their attention and attitude change. People are more…
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Few safety professionals attend safety conferences. In fact, research we conducted in conjunction with BLR shows that only a third of safety managers attend national or regional safety gatherings. This is partly because making the case to attend a safety conference can often be an uphill battle. And getting permission from an employer is only…
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Powered industrial trucks (PIT), also known as forklifts or lift trucks, are used in various different industries to move heavy or bulky materials. But despite, or maybe because of, their common use they are regularly featured on OSHA’s top ten violations list. According to Injury Facts® (2017 Edition), the number of private industry fatal occupational…
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Dubbed the industry’s “must-attend” event, the ASSE National Conference in Denver will provide industry professionals with an opportunity to gather and reflect on the state of safety in North America. Some of SafeStart’s best speakers will be among the forerunners in the industry providing education, training and a new way of thinking. Larry Wilson, Vice…
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April 3–7 is National Work Zone Awareness Week, an annual campaign held at the start of the construction season to reiterate the importance of driving safely through construction work zones. There’s no question that being a flagger, signaller or traffic control person at a construction site is one of the most dangerous jobs in the…
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Workers who drive for a living have a long list of extra considerations to keep in mind when they enter their vehicle each day. They also face a number of challenges associated with driving for long periods of time. If you work in the transportation industry, and especially if you’re responsible for fleet safety, it’s…
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The SafeStart blog was filled with plenty of insight, tips and expert advice in 2016. Here are some of the most popular posts from the past year. Most Common Safety Pain Points There’s no shortage of challenges faced by health and safety managers. After speaking with thousands of safety professionals, we’ve discovered that though the…
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With the holiday season upon us, it’s easy to notice the states of rushing, frustration and maybe even fatigue in other people while they’re out shopping and spreading good holiday cheer. But can you recognize these states within yourself to prevent a potential injury? SafeStart client Autoneum in Bloomsburg, PA knows how important it is…
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This is an excerpt from the article “10 Feet Tall and Falling” originally published in January 2015 issue of Occupational Health & Safety. I recently spoke with a Director of EH&S who said, “When we are working on hazardous or complex tasks we do a risk assessment, job safety analysis and a toolbox talk about…
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Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) kicked off National Work Zone Safety Awareness Week (April 11–15, 2016) with a tribute to three workers that lost their lives on the job. Fortunately, they were also able to honor one of their workers that went above and beyond by preventing an accident in a construction zone. Tim…
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Years spent competing in the high-stakes world of professional skiing, have given Cameron Smith a unique perspective when it comes to performing under pressure. When Cameron introduced SafeStart to a group of grade 10 students at Reynolds Secondary on March 29 and 30, he relied on his competitive experience to educate his audience on the…
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This is an excerpt adapted from the article “Giving Safety a Common Language” originally published in the Fall/Winter 2015 issue of Safety Decisions. Consider for a moment the impact of introducing the phrases “eyes on task” and “eyes not on task” to refer to when someone is or isn’t paying attention to what they’re doing.…
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This post is from Gary A. Higbee, one of SafeStart’s senior consultants and the co-author of Inside Out. Learn more about Gary’s many accomplishments in the safety industry and find a selection of his many articles at safestart.com/gary or see Gary speak here. One of the most useful ways to prevent getting hurt is to…
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Several technologies have been developed over the last few years that affect driver safety, from GPS to backup cameras, Google Maps, driver assist systems and more. Some are designed specifically to improve safety while others have a different primary purpose but can still offer an additional measure of safety. Little discussion is needed about the…
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Safety conferences can be chaotic: tradeshow booths line a huge hall, the days are packed with speaking sessions, the entire place is buzzing. You can easily miss the best parts if you don’t have a solid plan. Here are six steps to prepare for attending a safety conference. 1. Book early Conferences can be big…
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Whether to back in or pull into a parking space isn’t just a question for your next trip to the grocery store—it’s surprisingly relevant for workplace safety. Roughly one in seven vehicle incidents occur in parking lots, and they’re a natural place to focus on to reduce on-site incidents. And how employees park when they…
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Folks in the safety industry spend a great deal of time thinking about motivation and safety leadership. Flip through any safety magazine or spend five minutes scrolling through safety-focused Twitter accounts and you’re bound to come across a handful of discussions on how to engage and motivate employees. The end goal is almost always the…
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Danny Smith will reveal The Cause and Cure of Distracted Driving at the National Safety Council Texas Safety Conference & Expo on March 22 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. This session will focus on the human factors that contribute to distracted driving, how the current laws impact the problem and what you can do…
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National Sleep Awareness Week is March 6–12. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average adult requires seven to nine hours of sleep per night and one in three people don’t get enough. This week is a great opportunity to fight workplace fatigue by reminding workers about the risk of tiredness and…
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Many of us have a sense that drowsiness can represent a danger in the workplace. But few people are fully aware of just how much fatigue can affect almost every aspect of your life… and it’s far more serious than you think. The impact of fatigue is highlighted in an infographic called “Sleep or Die”,…
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A quick Internet search on winterizing your fleet will reveal dozens of lists that discuss winter tires, car batteries and preventative maintenance. But few of them provide advice on preparing drivers for winter. Take these extra steps to ready your fleet for winter by addressing the human side of vehicle safety. Slips and Falls. Slips…
