An action plan is a detailed guide breaking down each possible emergency in your workplace, how you should respond during an emergency, how to protect yourself, etc. While they are additional requirements, these will vary...
There are a few ground rules for using locks and tags, the requirements for lockout tagout require the person performing the maintenance should only use the locks and tags issued to them, employees should never...
Energy is defined as the capacity to do work. If we’re working on any type of machinery or equipment, we always want to ensure it does not have the ability to create energy. There are...
The primary purpose of Lockout / Tagout is to control the hazardous energy sources which are present in the workplace and keep all employees working safely. Lockout / Tagout provides us the ability to safely...
One of the most popular and important of all plans is an Emergency Action Plan. This plan deals with unexpected emergencies, like fires, tornadoes, and floods. This plan is essential because it details how to...
After your Hazard Control and Prevention plan is created, an additional plan needs to be written for each area of your workplace. Subject areas include topics like Hazard Communications, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Hearing Conservation. Each...
The first thing you should do after identifying workplace risks and hazards is to select the controls available to help eliminate or reduce the exposure. It can be very valuable to involve senior employees in...
Most employees receive some training when they first start a job, and although this training is important, what is equally important, is regular training to maintain and update standards. When a company is actively promoting...
Workplace culture is improved when employees feel valued. When workers feel like they are safe, and have an opportunity to grow, performance is enhanced. In addition to setting a good example, managment should welcome employee...
While most management will agree that safety training is important, many companies do so because they are afraid of paying an OSHA fine, which can easily run $13,260 per offense. Unfortunately, this means that the...
