Animal Rescue (Dogs) Tips for Disaster Relief Teams

Animal Rescue (Dogs) Tips for Disaster Relief Teams

When it comes to rescuing animals during disasters, only qualified personnel with experience in animal behavior should take on the task. Be prepared by maintaining an up-to-date list of skilled animal rescuers who can serve as first responders. Inexperienced disaster responders or volunteers should consult the designated animal control officer for guidance. Key Points: Evacuation: … Read more

Preventing Amputations: OSHA Standards & Workplace Safety Measures

Preventing Amputations OSHA Standards & Workplace Safety Measures

Let’s talk about amputations – some of the most severe and life-altering workplace injuries out there. These incidents can happen in various situations and involve all sorts of equipment. In 2018, work-related amputations accounted for 6,200 cases requiring days away from work, making up about 0.5% of all such cases. Though infrequent, these injuries led … Read more

Safety Guide for Tripod Orchard Ladders

Safety Guide for Tripod Orchard Ladders

Many workers get injured using tripod orchard ladders every year, but these incidents can be prevented. Tripod orchard ladders are the go-to choice for fruit pickers and landscapers. By following a few safety measures, employers can ensure that these workers stay safe and injury-free. So, what’s a tripod orchard ladder? It’s a portable, self-supporting ladder … Read more

Preventing Farm Vehicle Backover Incidents

Alright folks, let’s talk about farm safety, specifically preventing farm vehicle backover incidents. You know, the kind where a big piece of farm equipment accidentally backs into someone. Now, these incidents can be real nasty, but they can be avoided. Employers need to keep their workers safe, and that means making sure they know about … Read more

Emergency Preparedness Guide for Farmworkers and Employers

Emergency Preparedness Guide for Farmworkers and Employers

Farms, like any other workplace, can face unexpected emergencies and disasters. These can be natural or man-made events, and to lessen their impact, it’s essential for employers and supervisors to develop and exercise an emergency action plan. This way, workers are prepared to react to and handle emergencies and disasters before they even occur. Emergency … Read more

Farm ATV Safety: Tips to Protect Operators & Farmworkers

Farm ATV Safety Tips to Protect Operators & Farmworkers

We’re talking about agricultural safety today, and I want to focus on the hazards of using all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on farms. ATVs are super useful for herding livestock, hauling small loads, and even carrying pesticide applicators. But, as handy as they are, they can also be dangerous. So, let’s talk about what employers and supervisors … Read more

Aerial Lift Safety: A Brief Guide

Aerial Lift Safety A Brief Guide

Today, we’re going to talk about aerial lifts, which are vehicle-mounted devices designed to lift workers to new heights. These versatile machines come in various forms such as extendable boom platforms, aerial ladders, articulating boom platforms, vertical towers, and many combinations of these. Aerial lifts have become the go-to solution on job sites, replacing traditional … Read more

A Few Tips for Aerial Lift Fall Protection Over Water in Shipyards

A Few Tips for Aerial Lift Fall Protection Over Water in Shipyards

Aerial lifts come in handy in shipyards and boatyards when it’s just not practical to set up staging. But let’s face it, these boom-supported platforms and cherry pickers can be downright dangerous if not used properly. We’re talking boom failure, tip-overs, falls, and ejections – none of which sound like a good time. Employers need … Read more