Last time we talked about signs and symptoms of dehydration, but the best treatment for dehydration is prevention. Easier said than done in the climbing summer heat of 80-90 degrees, we know. So here are 6 tips for preventing dehydration and staying safe in the sunshine. Replace fluids at the same rate you are expending…
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Working with a diverse team of coworkers is often an open invitation for conflicts to arise. Different points of view, varied work styles, lack of communication, and even personal problems can all be causes of workplace discord. Usually, people respond in two ways… one is to avoid conflict at all costs. But, this only serves…
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When thinking of common job site injuries, usually the first that come to mind are the immediate accidents, the sudden ones that come without warning. Examples of these might be: falling, cuts, fires, tripping, falling objects, collapses, etc. These injuries are thought of quickly because they can be seen or noticed by all. However, there are…
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When it comes to worker safety, the wearing of proper hearing protection when noise levels are high can diminish the chances of, or eliminate the chance of hearing loss. In the safety industry, this is called hearing conservation…but how loud is too loud? How Do We Hear? Sound is collected in our outer ear and…
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Are you familiar with the term Nomex? If you work in or around any of the plants in Louisiana, you should be very familiar with the term. Many safety jobs require the use of the Nomex suit, a fire resistant, cut resistant, safety suit made from material created by the company DuPont. We all know what it looks like. Generally it is a full body jumpsuit and is aimed at providing the best protection for the worker.
The flame resistant material, although constructed to be less restrictive and cooler, can’t overcome the heat of Louisiana summers.
So, how do you remain cool when your safety depends on you wearing hot clothes?
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The primary goal of OSHA is to protect you, the employee, from any physical harm. And violations of these can cause serious harm to the company as well – in their pocketbook! Find out how OSHA fines employers for non-compliance of safety regulations.
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