May 19, 2019 | Safety
Tools are a necessary requirement on most jobs, both indoors and outdoors. Basic hand tools, if used improperly or not kept in good condition, can result in an injury. Injuries can also occur when workers fail to use the tool for its intended purpose or forget to inspect them before use. Never use a hand tool that is damaged, broken or badly corroded. Ask your supervisor if the tool can be replaced. Please see the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic.
Apr 28, 2019 | Safety
Bloodborne Pathogens are a potential exposure threat to you both on and off the job. Use Universal or Standard Precautions if your job puts you at exposure risk.
Apr 17, 2019 | Safety
The week of April 8 -12, 2019 is National Work Zone Awareness Week. The DOT reminds all drivers to watch out for state, local and private sector employees who work on our roads within inches of passing vehicles. Extra attention and slower speeds while driving through construction zones are required for everyone’s safety. This is especially timely as road reconstruction work has recently begun on Main Street in Newark. Please be cautious and expect delays as you negotiate through the city. Please see the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic.
Feb 24, 2019 | Safety
Each day about 2000 U.S. workers sustain a job related eye injury that requires treatment at a medical facility or emergency room. More than 100 of these injuries result in one or more days away from work. Wearing the proper PPE such as safety glasses, goggles, face shields or full face respirators will prevent eye injuries and related diseases. Please see the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic.
