Wholesale & Retail Distribution

WHMIS:The Lowdown on Labels and Pictograms

In this Safety Talk we’ll review labels and pictograms, how to identify the hazards they warn about, and steps you should take when working with hazardous chemicals.

WHMIS:The Lowdown on Labels and PictogramsOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:55:06-08:00

Don’t Take Falls Lightly

It's easy to take the subject of falls lightly? unless you or someone you know has had a serious fall. Then you realize how deadly this commonplace accident can be.

Don’t Take Falls LightlyOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:54:45-08:00

Maintain a Clean Workplace Together

Maintain a Clean Workplace TogetherOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:53:42-08:00

Resolve Conflict Before it Escalates into Violence

Operations are undergoing near constant change in many facilities to help increase productivity, improve safety and reduce waste. Workers may feel strongly about their opinions, or have a hard time adapting to change. Conflict is to be expected in this fast-paced work environment.

Resolve Conflict Before it Escalates into ViolenceOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:50:31-08:00

Making the Best Use of Lifting & Handling Aids

Workers who perform frequent and heavy lifting are at risk for back injuries and abdominal straining that can cause hernias. Arm, shoulder, neck and wrist pain is also a risk if materials are lifted improperly.

Making the Best Use of Lifting & Handling AidsOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:50:20-08:00

Diversity in the Workplace: How to Bridge the Gaps – Handout

Today’s workforce is rich in diversity. Working together are people of different ages, cultures, physical abilities, education, sexual orientation, language and religious beliefs. Each of us is unique, and our different strengths and perspectives contribute to the strength of our teams.

Diversity in the Workplace: How to Bridge the Gaps – HandoutOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:50:14-08:00

Forklifts are Dangerous Animals: Approach with Caution

Imagine a vehicle that weighs twice as much as your family car, can’t stop nearly as quickly and is operated by a person who may not see you.

Forklifts are Dangerous Animals: Approach with CautionOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:49:58-08:00

Addressing Your Concerns about Hearing Protection

Hearing loss is one of the fastest growing chronic conditions facing today’s workers, affecting nearly 30 million people in the United States and Canada. While there are many causes of hearing loss, noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is one of the most common types and it can affect anyone who is exposed to loud sounds or noise over a long period of time, whether at work or during recreational activities.

Addressing Your Concerns about Hearing ProtectionOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:49:49-08:00

10 Basic Safety Rules

Workplace safety can be a complex issue, but learning and adhering to a few safety basics can go a long way toward keeping employees safe on the job. Many workplace injuries and fatalities are directly related to either not knowing how to do something and attempting it anyway or committing unsafe acts through inattention or for other reasons.

10 Basic Safety RulesOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:49:00-08:00

Stop, Look and Move Out of the Line of Fire

We often hear about people being “in the wrong place at the wrong time.” While this saying often refers to people who have been victims of crime, it certainly applies to workers as well.

Stop, Look and Move Out of the Line of FireOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:48:44-08:00

10 Ways to Battle Burnout

Are you suffering from burnout? Can you recognize the symptoms? If so, do you know how to fix it?

10 Ways to Battle BurnoutOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:48:35-08:00

Safety Tips for Those Working Around Water

People who aren’t expecting to end up in water often are not prepared for that possibility and the results can be tragic. Every year in the United States and Canada, an estimated 3,800 people drown, with many of these victims being people who ended up in the water unintentionally.

Safety Tips for Those Working Around WaterOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:47:24-08:00

Driving Safely in Reverse
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Driving Safely in Reverse

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Driving Safely in Reverse

Operating a vehicle in reverse puts you at a disadvantage. It's difficult to see all the obstacles in your way. And because the driver seating and controls are designed primarily for forward travel, it's hard to respond quickly enough to changing traffic situations. According to the National Safety Council, one in four motor vehicle accidents can be attributed to poor backing techniques.

Driving Safely in ReverseOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:46:03-08:00

Protect Yourself Against UV Rays

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Protect Yourself Against UV RaysOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:45:37-08:00

How to Select and Inspect a Ladder

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How to Select and Inspect a LadderOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:45:32-08:00

10 Electrical Safety Tips for Every Worker

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10 Electrical Safety Tips for Every WorkerOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:45:18-08:00

Control Stress to Work Safely

Stress - everyone has it. It is a natural part of life, but too much stress can cause health problems and can affect your ability to work safely.

Control Stress to Work SafelyOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:44:36-08:00

Talk About Safety

Whether you call it safety coaching or a preshift meeting, you may need to talk to your co-workers about safety and why safety is a cooperative effort.

Talk About SafetyOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:43:47-08:00

Good Housekeeping is the Order of the Day

These accidents all have one factor in common - they involve poor job site housekeeping. Good housekeeping means keeping your work area free of dirt and clutter, keeping everything in its place and making sure there are no hazards.

Good Housekeeping is the Order of the DayOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:41:59-08:00

Hand Protection is a Good Deal

There are a number of hazards your hands encounter every day on the job. Here are a few examples.

Hand Protection is a Good DealOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:41:55-08:00

Cell Phones and Driving
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Cell Phones and Driving

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Cell Phones and Driving

We’ve all seen one - or been one. We’re talking about that distracted driver, one hand on the steering wheel and the other on the phone, with the job of driving safely clearly far from his mind. Cell phone use has escalated considerably in the past decade. So has the number of phone-related traffic fatalities and the number of jurisdictions enacting laws that prohibit or restrict cell phone use. Many companies are following suit by introducing policies that prohibit or limit a worker’s cell phone use while driving.

Cell Phones and DrivingOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:39:30-08:00