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Severe Weather: Tornadoes

Severe Weather: Tornadoes

Tornadoes are localized and destructive windstorms that occur over land and are characterized by long, funnel-shaped clouds extending toward the ground and made visible by condensation and debris. A tornado that develops over a body of water is referred to as a...
Severe Weather: Lightning

Severe Weather: Lightning

Lightning is an electric spark discharged in the atmosphere within a thundercloud, between clouds, or between a cloud and the ground. All thunderstorms produce lightning, and most people know that these bolts have a deadly force, however, some people are unaware of...
Ethics in the Workplace: Conflict of Interest

Ethics in the Workplace: Conflict of Interest

All dealings with customers and suppliers must be on terms that are both lawful and in accordance with the highest ethical standards. Among other things, this means no employee should ever be in a position of having an actual or perceived conflict of interest. It is...
Occupational Ergonomics: Take Care of Yourself

Occupational Ergonomics: Take Care of Yourself

Minimize fatigue by accepting the responsibility to properly use and care for your body. If you keep your lower back, arms, or neck in one position for long periods of time, frequently stretch out of that position. If you repeat the same motion continually, stop...
Office Ergonomics: Workstation Assessment

Office Ergonomics: Workstation Assessment

A hazard assessment should be completed for the various job tasks performed at your workstation. Setting up your work area by using the correct equipment and positioning your tools and devices properly can have a significant impact on the level of strain your daily...
Fall Protection: Inspection and Maintenance

Fall Protection: Inspection and Maintenance

All fall protection components must be visually inspected by the wearer before initial use during each work shift for mildew, wear, damage, and other deterioration. This inspection is to ensure that the equipment is in proper working condition and to remove any part...