The next ten-hour OSHA class is about to begin. Employees enter and take their seats. For most of them, it has been many years since they attended school. Some of them never graduated high school. They are accustomed to physical labor; they are not looking forward to this class. Sure, it could be considered a […]
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In the previous safety article, I described the very common scenario that I often experience. While providing safety training, I notice that Hispanic workers stick together and often seem apathetic and unconvinced by the safety message. They view it as a requirement and go through the motions. As I probe deeper to understand their point
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As a bilingual safety trainer, I have the honor to collaborate with some great safety professionals. I have provided training for companies truly committed to a strong safety culture. What I have discovered and observed could be considered shocking! For instance, on numerous occasions, I have been contracted to provide safety classes for a group
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Tool Box talks have proven to be an extraordinarily successful part of many safety programs that construction companies use. What makes them so great? They are brief, saving time and money. Large groups receive the same instruction. They are tailored to specific safety needs and trends. They boost team spirit, morale, and safety culture. Finally,
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Values are the foundation of any great safety culture which will become obvious by safe actions of the employees. Every company should have a description of an ideal safety culture based on its values. Below are eight keys to an effective safety culture that are common to most situations: All employees at every level view
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Several years back, I described the experience of my friend Willie who was tasked with clearing his floor in a building adjacent to the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. His account is an excellent example of how creating and implementing a well-designed emergency action plan can be instrumental in saving lives. Without a plan
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Why are we offering CPR and First Aid Training in Spanish and English? For the last ten years, Alfonso Interpreting has provided interpreters in a variety of settings, including workers’ compensation cases. It is gratifying to serve our community and contribute to the healing process of individuals devastated by workplace injuries. However, it can
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Safety Chat Dumpsters are a safety concern because they carry risks that aren’t always obvious to many people. Much of the waste thrown into them can be sharp and jagged with the potential to cut or puncture a person. Toxic substances have been tossed in them, although dumpsters aren’t the appropriate disposal location for them.
Recently in the news, four people working at a peach farm were sent to the hospital after being struck by lightning in South Carolina. One woman was struck by lightning while de-boarding a plane in Columbia. Lightning struck the Taqueria los Compadres restaurant in Murrells Inlet one Wednesday afternoon, sending three people to the hospital
This is turning out to be one of the hottest summers ever! If you work outside, please bear in mind these important heat stress safety tips. Often limited English speaking employees are under the impression that safety guidelines don’t apply to them. They often work harder and take more risks, which can be a real
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Archway also bridges the gap in communication by offering a wide variety of interpreting and translation services.
Archway also bridges the gap in communication by offering a wide variety of interpreting and translation services.
