SCISSOR LIFT SAFETY & OPERATING PROCEDURES

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All lift vehicles are should rope off the area in which they are working using either YELLOW caution ribbon or RED danger tape, anytime there is danger that something could be dropped on a person below.

Safety Topic: NEAR MISSES!

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Blog Safety Topic: NEAR MISSES! Seventy-five percent of all accidents are preceded by one or more near misses, according to the National Safety Council. In other words, close calls should be wake-up calls for employees and employers to realize that something is wrong and needs to be corrected. Employees may not realize they are expected […]

Working in Cold Environments

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When working outdoors in cold weather or working in artificially cold environments, such as refrigerated areas, serious cold-related injuries and illnesses may occur. Cold related hazards can cause permanent tissue damage or even death.

Top 10 Electrical Safety Tips

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Blog Top 10 Electrical Safety Tips Top 10 Electrical Safety Tips We may think we know all there is to know about the dangers of electrical mishaps, but there are still electrical safety rules to be strictly observed. Here are some tips to help you maintain proper caution, to help keep you and your family […]

Ladder Safety

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Over 6,000 people die from falling off ladders each year and more than 30,000 people are injured and require emergency room treatment. So, while you might think that you already know how to use a ladder safely, now’s a good time to review ladder do’s and don’ts:

Extension Ladder How-To and Safety Tips

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Blog Extension Ladder How-To and Safety Tips. Farmer Environmental Group’s representative, Beau Otto, walks you through each step when setting up an extension ladder. Do it SAFE the first time and every time.