Recognized Hazards & Defective Insulation Hazards
Introduction It is necessary for healthcare workers and employers to comply with OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S…
PPE & Work Practice Controls When Working With Electricity
Many dangers come with working with electricity. That’s why it’s important to take the necessary precautions, including wearing the…
Safe Work Practices When Working With Electrical Equipment
Safe Work Practices The following practices may reduce the risk of injury or fire when working with electrical equipment…
Safe Work Practices When Using Extension Cords
Portable Tool Use with Extension Cords In construction, extension cords suffer a lot of wear and tear. Most often,…
What Is The Best Tool To Use At Work
What is the Best Tool? The best tool does the following: fits the job you are doing fits the…
Five Basic Safety Rules For Hand And Power Tools
Safety Rules For Hand And Power Tools The employer is ultimately responsible for the safe condition of tools and…
Common Moving Parts That Must Be Guarded On Power Tools
Moving Parts That Must Be Guarded On Power Tools The exposed moving parts of power tools need to be…
Importance Of Using Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)
Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) Since neither insulation nor grounding protects you from the conditions discussed in the previous section,…
Ergonomic Issues Inherent With Working With The Wrong Hand Tools
Ergonomics Ergonomics is the process of designing or arranging workplaces, products, and systems so that they fit the people…
How Double Insulated Tools Help Protect Against Shock
When it comes to working with electricity, safety is always the top priority. Double-insulated tools are an important part…