Safety

OSHA Inspections

What to Expect During OSHA Inspections OSHA Inspections A big part of OSHA’s enforcement effort involves inspecting workplaces. OSHA does not need to give advance notice of an inspection, so an inspector could knock on your door at any time. Officially, an inspection consists of three main phases: the opening conference, a facility walkaround, and a closing conference. In reality, the inspection begins before the opening conference, and before you even know that an OSHA inspector is looking at your facility. The inspector may park nearby and observe, and may even take photos of visible areas. In some cases, particularly at construction sites, violations may be documented before the inspector announces his or her arrival. The Inspection Process The inspector will show credentials and, during an [...]

2022-06-21T23:08:11+00:00June 19, 2022|Employee Tips, Safety|Comments Off on OSHA Inspections
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Safety Topic of the Week: Training Forklift Operators

Don't Skip Training for any Potential Forklift Operators ‍If you operate a forklift as part of your job, you are required to participate in a Forklift Safety Training class. Many of you have participated in our Forklift Safety class, but many of you have not. The class is available to you at any time. Simply contact Bob Haskins to schedule a time that works for you. This class is for your good and the good of your co-workers to ensure that all operators are trained. You may have been operating a forklift for years, but I can assure you that you will learn things you have never considered. Call or txt me to setup a time. The class can be completed in about 1-1/2 hrs. Bob Haskins (480) [...]

2022-06-14T17:28:29+00:00June 13, 2022|Safety|Comments Off on Safety Topic of the Week: Training Forklift Operators
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Safety Topic of the Week: Hazardous Leaks and Spills

Job Site Leaks and Spills Equipment leaks are common and must be addressed and contained. Take precautions to prevent them if possible. We have spill kits available at the warehouse if you are on a site that requires one. If you are in the field and have a leak or spill, please contact Bob Haskins at (480) 651-3977 and he will arrive with the spill kit and absorbent pads. Hazards of Spill Containment Once hazardous substances are out of their primary container and into the secondary containment (or running free towards a watercourse), they will present a series of risks to employees, first responders and the general public. Here is a (by no means exhaustive) list the hazards you might encounter as the result of a spill: [...]

2022-06-08T18:51:22+00:00June 8, 2022|Safety|Comments Off on Safety Topic of the Week: Hazardous Leaks and Spills
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Safety Topic of the Week: Calculating Actual Sling Load

Calculating Actual Sling Load Something we often overlook is the actual load on the rigging you’re using. Below is a easy formula to better help you use the correct size rigging. Try this out on your next rigging job. If you need additional information, just call. Bob Haskins (480) 651-3977 View All Posts

2022-06-01T19:33:51+00:00June 1, 2022|Employee Tips, Safety|Comments Off on Safety Topic of the Week: Calculating Actual Sling Load
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Temporary Traffic Control Zones

Tips to Implement Safe Temporary Traffic Control Zones This applies to all crane when you have to setup on a public road. With more than 600 fatal work zone incidents occurring every year, designing and implementing safe and effective temporary traffic control (TTC) for work zones does save lives. A temporary traffic control zone, also known as a TTC zone, is an area of a roadway where the usual driving conditions are changed because of a work zone in the area. Approach all activities in work zones involving TTC by focusing on these seven fundamental principles: Develop a plan to make sure that motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians and workers are safe while the work zone is in place. As much as possible, avoid interrupting the normal flow of traffic [...]

2022-06-01T19:36:16+00:00May 24, 2022|Company, Safety|Comments Off on Temporary Traffic Control Zones
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Workplace Injury Reporting

Work Place Injury Reporting As many of you may be aware, we have had a couple of incidents lately involving vehicles. These incidents are preventable by simply not being in a rush. It is appreciated that we all want to save time and get the current task completed. But as we have all witnessed, when an incident takes place, the time we tried to save was lost by the amount of time involved in reporting and correcting an incident. We should also keep in mind that an incident is the closest thing that can happen prior to an accident/injury happening to yourself, a coworker, or an innocent bystander. Take your time while being efficient. Follow procedures, driving rules, and laws. It will pay off at the end of [...]

2022-05-24T18:16:42+00:00May 11, 2022|Company, Safety|Comments Off on Workplace Injury Reporting
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Warehouse Workers and Forklift Operators

The following safety Meeting Topic Is Applicable To The Smiley Warehouse at 52 And At The Mohave Location. This is a helpful reminder to what is required to keep us all safe at our workplace. Should you have any questions or desire further explanation, please call me. Thank you for working safe. Bob Haskins (480) 651-3977 Safety Training for Warehouse Workers and Forklift Operators There are quite a few safety topics and precautions all warehouse workers need to be trained on include PPE, forklifts, housekeeping, materials handling, ladder safety, and fall hazards. According to OSHA, the fatal injury rate for the warehousing industry is higher than the national average for all industries. Potential hazards for warehouse workers include: Unsafe use of forklifts Improper stacking of products Failure [...]

2022-05-02T22:19:29+00:00May 2, 2022|Company, Safety|Comments Off on Warehouse Workers and Forklift Operators
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Heat Safety

Heat Safety It's getting HOT! Remember to take care of yourself. Below you will find a few tips to help stay cool. Drink Plenty of Fluids Drink water often and BEFORE you are thirsty. Drink water every 15 minutes, but don't forget about Electrolytes. Sports drinks or other electrolyte drinks may help to replenish minerals that can be depleted when working in the heat. Wear Appropriate Clothing Wear your Smiley Uniform- Our uniforms were purposely chosen due to the light weight and breathability of the fabric. Pack a cool cloth or towel to wet and place on your neck. This can help you keep your body temperature down. Wear Sunscreen & Sunglasses Protect your eyes from UV rays by wearing sunglasses. Protect your skin from the sun. A sun [...]

2022-04-20T21:02:09+00:00April 21, 2022|Employee Tips, Safety|Comments Off on Heat Safety
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5 Safety Hazards Workers Need to Know About

5 Safety Hazards Workers Need to Know About Here’s a review of 5 of the more common safety hazards that contractors and their workers need to be aware of at the construction site. A robust safety program will help minimize risk to your workforce and keeping your insurance up to date will help your company weather any future liabilities. Construction site safety is one of the biggest challenges that contractors face. Every contractor needs to implement stringent safety rules for the job site to protect employees and, of course, have sufficient contractor’s insurance to take care of any liabilities. Whether you own a construction business or subcontract for much larger companies, these are the construction site risks that you should be aware of to protect your workforce and [...]

2022-04-15T16:13:33+00:00April 15, 2022|Safety|Comments Off on 5 Safety Hazards Workers Need to Know About
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Reminders When Starting Your Workday

Reminders When Starting Your Workday As a driver, rigger or operator remember to follow these 11 steps. Inspect your vehicle and complete your DVR prior to leaving the yard. Assure that you have all your PPE and site safety signage. Confirm that all required documents for your vehicle and job site are in hand. Once on site, coordinate with the customer on setup location, JSA (customer or SLS provided) and discuss any hazards on the site. Stage crane and trucks, installing barricading and signage. Crane counterweight swing radius and any area’s that present a hazard to other workers must have barricading and signage. Insure riggers / drivers have on all PPE, including hard hats prior to installing counterweight. (OSHA states, if anything is on the hook an overhead [...]

2022-04-15T15:54:19+00:00April 15, 2022|Company, Employee Tips, Safety|Comments Off on Reminders When Starting Your Workday
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