Spring Safety Training: 10 Tips
Yesterday’s Advisor presented information on tree-care safety as we head into the spring season. Today, we cover some more general spring safety training tips.
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“Buzz Off!” Train Outdoor Workers to Battle Mosquitoes
Give workers these safety recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on using safety repellents: Always follow the instructions on the product label. Apply repellents only to exposed skin and/or clothing (as directed on the product label.) Do not use repellents under clothing. Never use repellents over cuts, wounds, or irritated skin. […]
Workplace Safety: Keeping Workers Safe from Summertime Hazards
Summer is near, and with it comes additional workplace hazards, especially for employees who work outdoors in the California sun. High heat and bright sun create special risks—including heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and sun-related skin damage—for outdoor workers. Certain insect-borne illnesses such as Lyme disease and West Nile virus are more prevalent in the summer […]