1 – Rigging Up

23 February 2015

Working in the Heat

Working in the Heat Although hot work environments are common, they are not insignificant.  In some areas of the world, workers face extreme heat almost all
23 February 2015

Keep Warm This Winter

Keep Warm This Winter When the body is unable to warm itself, serious cold-related illnesses and injuries may occur, and permanent tissue damage and death may
23 February 2015

Working Surface Safety

Working Surface Safety Stair and Handrail Safety Upon rig up of a land rig, the stairs should be securely fastened as soon as they are set
23 February 2015

Preventing Falls

Preventing Falls Each year falls consistently account for a number of fatalities in industry. How do you, as workers, take responsibility to prevent falls at the
23 February 2015

Ladder Safety: Portable and Fixed Ladders

Ladder Safety: Portable and Fixed Ladders People fall off ladders, resulting in injuries that range from bruises, broken bones, or even death.  There are several potential
23 February 2015

Ladders: General Information and Checklist

Ladders: General Information and Checklist Most workers injured in falls from ladders, are less than 10 feet above the ladder’s base.  Portable ladders generally fall into
23 February 2015

Managing Hand-Tool Hazards

Managing Hand-Tool Hazards Compared with a vat of chlorine or a huge industrial machine, a hammer seems pretty harmless.  But workers who use simple hand tools
23 February 2015

Hand Tool Safety: Clamps, Snips, Toolboxes

Hand Tool Safety: Clamps, Snips, Toolboxes Clamps Do not use the C-clamp for hoisting materials. Do not use the C-clamp as a permanent fastening device. Snips Wear
23 February 2015

Hand Tool Safety: Using Hammers Safely

Hand Tool Safety: Using Hammers Safely Use a hammer only if it is in good condition. The head should not be mushroomed and it should be firmly