Used as an energy, radiation plays important roles in scientific research and in daily life. Safety Matters: Radiation Safety discusses the health effects of radiation, best safety practices, training requirements,...
Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation, or more simply, LASERs, help us accomplish complex jobs with pinpoint accuracy – but they come with attendant hazards that can cause serious injuries. Safety Matters:...
Improper drum handling can cause serious injuries and expose a facility and the environment to hazardous chemicals if the contents are spilled. Helping you manage these risks, Safety Matters: Drum Handling helps employees...
A 160-decibel explosion, pressure waves, and temperatures of up 35,000 degrees Fahrenheit. That is how dangerous an arc flash explosion is. Raise awareness and help protect employees with Safety Matters: Arc Flash, a...
Back injuries are painful, expensive to treat and can last a lifetime. Year after year, they are one of the leading causes of injuries on the job. Protecting your back is why you need to understand the basics of how it...
Many employees do not realize the dangers of combustible dust, which can, under certain conditions, lead to a deadly fire or explosion. Alert employees to these hazards and help prevent dust explosions with Safety Matters:...
Mold can grow virtually anywhere. But although it is generally not an issue, being exposed to mold that is left untreated can cause illness or damage property. Raise awareness and help protect employees from mold exposure...
Safe crane operations rely on a balance of dependable operators, structural integrity, reliable controls, and effective safety systems. One element ties all these factors together; proper inspections.Show employees how to...
Indoor cranes help workers in accomplishing large tasks, but if misused, they can also cause serious injuries and damage. Educate employees on different crane types and protect them from the hazards of crane work with...
When it comes to an unmanaged spill, one step in the wrong direction can cause a serious accident. Discuss the six steps for responding to a small spill or leak with Safety Matters: Small Spills and Leaks. Covering safety...
Show employees how to perform CPR and help them save lives with Safety Matters: CPR and AED. The program walks them through: The five links of the cardiac chain of survival CPR procedures for adults, children, teens, and...
Shortness of breath. Mental confusion. Nausea and fainting. These are just the signs, symptoms, and potential outcome of working in a toxic atmosphere without proper equipment. Safety Matters: Respirator Safety helps...
One of the most common problems in the workplace, Noise-Induced Hearing Loss can occur because of extended exposure to dangerous noise levels or of intense, one-time noises such as explosions. Protect employees from hearing...
Heat stress affects thousands of individuals every year. It occurs both indoors and outdoors, and during all seasons. Show employees the symptoms of different heat-related injuries with Safety Matters: Heat Stress. The...
What is the first thing employees should do in an emergency? Who do they contact? What are their roles and responsibilities? Safety Matters: Emergency Action Planning gives your employees a seven-minute walkthrough of...
Get a comprehensive overview of fire safety basics with Safety Matters: Portable Fire Extinguishers. In less than ten minutes, the program describes how a fire starts, how it can be prevented and which kind of extinguisher...
Every year when the temperature goes down – the risk of illnesses, injuries and incidents go up. Whether you work outside, or are only exposed to cold weather conditions on your commute, it’s important to know...
Falls from both heights and the same level are continually one of the leading causes of work-related injuries and deaths. Safety Matters: Walking-Working Surfaces will inform employees about situations that can cause an...
Safety is a concern for everybody, and for those who work in laboratories, there are specific safety considerations to keep in mind. Lab workers encounter unique types of hazards in the workplace, but there are strategies...
You may think concerns such as fractures, strains and sprains, cuts, fires, electrical issues, and knowing emergency action plans only apply to high-risk settings – but, did you know they are just as common in an...