by Evenbound-Admin | Jan 7, 2021 | Toolbox Talk
The Lockout Standard of OSHA for industry includes lockout requirements for the servicing and maintenance of machines and equipment and any associated activities. Normal production operations are not covered by the standard unless an employee is required to remove or...
by esoadmin | Dec 3, 2020 | Toolbox Talk
The decisions issued by the Supreme Court in 1998 provided distinct definitions of sexual harassment in the workplace and were guided by two main types. The first type is called quid pro quo. Quid pro quo is Latin for “this for that,” and refers to situations in which...
by esoadmin | Nov 3, 2020 | Toolbox Talk
Operators can only operate MEWPs that they are authorized, trained and have been familiarized to operate. Familiarization must occur with each unit that will be operated prior to use, during training and inspection. Operators must also be familiar with where the...
by esoadmin | Oct 1, 2020 | Toolbox Talk, Workplace Safety
Over 70,000 disabling head injuries occur every year in industry. Hard hats were worn by only 16% of these workers who sustained head injuries. Head protection, in the form of protective hats, must do two things, resist penetration and be shock absorbent. This...
by esoadmin | Sep 8, 2020 | Toolbox Talk
Each eye and face protective device is designed for a particular hazard. In selecting the protection necessary, consider the type and degree of hazard. There are generally four categories of eye and face protection: safety glasses, goggles, face shields, and welding...
by esoadmin | Aug 24, 2020 | Toolbox Talk
The Hazard Communication Standard provides six elements that must be included on shipped containers. The hazard statement, signal word, and pictograms are the standardized elements of the label, which means that they may not deviate from the language or elements...
