Safety Meeting Toolbox Topics and Tailgate Talks
We are around radiation all the time. The sun's warmth and light is a form of radiation. Cell tower antennas are being installed everywhere ‐ just look around at building tops. Ten years ago there were only 60 million cell phones; today, there are more than 280 million. Tradespeople working on rooftops must take precautions to reduce exposure to non‐ionizing radiation.
Living and working in snow belt states means having to drive in cold weather. The weather can change very quickly. Many accidents could be avoided if you take time to learn and practice these tips for driving safely during snowy and icy conditions.
When traveling with loads, part of the pre-trip vehicle inspection process should include a thorough check to determine whether your load is adequately secured. An unsecured load may shift during your trip and could cause or contribute to an accident.
Falling while getting into or out of heavy equipment, a truck or tractor cab, hooking up air and electrical lines, or mounting or dismounting trailers is a sure way to get seriously hurt. Even an ankle sprain can make it difficult for you to use the clutch.
"I am only going to leave the truck for a minute – it won't go anywhere." This is what we hear all the time, but every year, workers are severely or fatally injured because the wheels of a truck or trailer were not chocked. Vehicle drivers are also injured when trailers overturn because unblocked freight shifted during travel.