Learn to identify hazards before starting a welding job.

 
Everyone wants to believe that they would know exactly what to do in case of an emergency. Learn how set up an Emergency Action Plan so employees will know what to do in an emergency.
 

A general inspection is the first thing you should do before operating a forklift or other powered industrial trucks (PITs). Skimming over the inspection checklist could easily result in missing defects with the equipment, which could result in serious injury to the operator or other coworkers.

 

Ladders are involved in 81 percent of fall injuries among consultation workers and 20 percent of fall injuries among the general workforce.

 
Poor posture, loss of flexibility, stress, bad working habits and a decline in physical fitness can contribute to back problems. It is vital to your health to practice safe habits in these areas as well as correct lifting techniques to reduce the risk of back injuries.
 

When it comes to electrical safety, there is no room for carelessness or complacency. Nearly every work site has power lines to be aware of and equipment that could make contact with them. That’s why it’s vital to your safety to know proper power line safety practices.

 

General safety practices for operating a pedestal or bench grinder to avoid serious workplace injuries.

 

Equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses.

 
Pinch points can cause serious injuries, including amputation or even death. They can occur on any part of the body when caught between two objects.
 

Reduce the risk of addiction to prescription opioids.