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It's sad but it often takes a fatality to remind people of what can happen with proper safety protocols aren't followed on job sites. Our Tradies probably among a handful of professions where their physical safety is put on the line every day and the only thing that keeps them safe are carefully thought-out policies and procedures. With the tragic death of a 24-year-old electrician last month currently being investigated, Western Australia’s Director of Energy Safety Saj Abdoolakhan has said: "“While we continue this work, I urge everyone to ensure the power is turned off at the main switch before entering a roof space. This is required by law for any worker entering the roof space of a home due to the potential electrical hazards." For more information and to access resources to help you make your site safer for our Tradies, go to https://lnkd.in/gF8Xvhw6 #safety #WHS #workplacesafety #guide #employeesafety

What can an electrician possibly have to say at a fire professionals symposium?!? If I’m honest, the same question initially crossed my mind. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized how much it is going to take all of us, ALL OF US, working together in order to solve the safety issues we are seeing around lithium-ion batteries. They are everywhere, and will continue to be for the foreseeable future. In my panel discussion this afternoon, I hope to share as much valuable information from my perspective with these fire professionals, as I have learned from them these past two days. In a solemn moment by myself this morning in front of the beautiful fallen firefighter memorial here at the Florida State Fire College in Ocala, I had a thought come over me. Of all the people involved in safety around these technologies, firefighters are the last line of defense in fixing the problem, likely when someone else didn’t do their job. This morning, I am challenging manufacturers, legislators, researchers, designers, engineers, codes and standards organizations, code enforcers, electricians, maintenance workers, etc. to step up their game for their roles in #lithiumionbattery safety. The better we do our jobs, the less likely it is that firefighters will need to do theirs. Together, lets make a pact to work to ensure that another firefighter does not fall due to a lithium-ion event. Who’s in?!? #lithiumionbatteries #lithiumionbattery #manufacturing #manufacturingindustry #legislature #government #codes #standards #NFPA #codeenforcement #electrician #electricianlife #electricalengineering #maintenance #firefighter #firefighters #firefighting #firefightersafety

Exposure to electricity is a serious, widespread occupational hazard that impacts workers in all job categories. In addition to death, workers endure electrical injuries from electric shock, arc-flash, and arc-blast. Recent data has shown progress in reducing the frequency of incidents, but the statistics remain grim. As more of the world becomes electrified, safety will remain a priority issue. Leviton sets the standard in electrical safety by developing, designing and manufacturing products that improve electrical safety while ensuring a safe work environment. #WorkplaceSafety #ElectricalSafetyMonth #OSHA

🔌⚠️ Attention all workers and employers! Electrical safety is crucial on job sites, even if you indirectly handle electricity. 🚧👷♀️👷♂️ Prioritize safety and prevent accidents by reading this vital article on preventing electrical mishaps. Your life and well-being are worth it! #ElectricalSafety #WorkplaceSafety #StaySafe #ReadMore

🔌⚠️ Attention all workers and employers! Electrical safety is crucial on job sites, even if you indirectly handle electricity. 🚧👷♀️👷♂️ Prioritize safety and prevent accidents by reading this vital article on preventing electrical mishaps. Your life and well-being are worth it! #ElectricalSafety #WorkplaceSafety #StaySafe #ReadMore

We're dedicated to keeping our sites secure and our team safe. Our approach encompasses everything from smart traffic flow to rigorous background checks . With every measure, we're committed not just to building structures, but to safeguarding our most valuable asset: our people. Safety isn't just part of our job—it's at the core of everything we do. 1. Site Cleanliness: We prioritize a clean, debris-free environment, ensuring all workers tidy up after each shift. 2. Traffic & Pedestrian Management: Our team monitors and regulates both construction and pedestrian traffic daily to maintain safety. 3. Parking Coordination: We coordinate on-site parking with the District to minimize neighborhood disruptions. 4. Signage & Lighting: Strategically placed signage and lighting to guide staff and workers safely on site, with regular maintenance and additions as needed. 5. Background Checks: We run comprehensive background checks on all team members to ensure a secure work environment. 6. Drug & Alcohol Testing: Prior, to site access, all employees undergo mandatory drug testing, with random tests throughout the project for ongoing safety. #Emerick #ConstructionSafety

Most people don't know that overhead power lines cause a staggering 46% of electrically related workplace fatalities. It's a chilling statistic that underscores the importance of comprehensive safety training for all employees and having the appropriate controls in place when working near power lines. These tragedies are preventable, and every worker deserves to return home safely to their loved ones at the end of their shift. During this Safe + Sound Week, let's reinforce our commitment to workplace health and safety. Superior Goalposts can drastically reduce the risks associated with working near overhead power lines. Let's ensure that every worker returns home safe and sound.

"A global manufacturer of industrial gas could have prevented a May 2023 explosion in High Springs that severely injured several employees by following required operating procedures in the manufacturing process, a U.S. Department of Labor investigation has found." https://lnkd.in/gqrsGBwq #OSHANews #WorkplaceSafety #SafetyViolations #ExplosionHazards #EmployeeSafety #SafetyFirst #OSHACompliance #SafetyStandards #WorkplaceAccident

It is OSHA's Safe + Sound Week, a nationwide event held each August that recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs. If you feel unsafe performing a job, STOP and say something. Avoid catastrophe by knowing when to say when. Working with electricity is extremely dangerous, so it's important to always hire qualified electrical workers to complete those jobs: https://lnkd.in/geGasBGN

🔬 Lab Safety 101: Keep Your Wits About You! "Situational awareness is important, keep your head on a swivel. Know where the exits, safety equipment, and other people are." Special Thanks to Jeff Brown, Environmental Management Technician, Missouri State University for providing this insight! Let's follow Jeff's lead and stay alert in the lab! Safety first, always. #SafetyTip #SafetyFirst #SafetyQuotes