May 23, 2023 | Safety
One of the worst excuses to have for not working safely is an “it won’t happen to me” mindset. This excuse communicates a mindset that is set on not completing a task safely or shows a person is relying on luck to keep safe while on the job. Complacency can be hard to avoid; however, having the mindset that an incident or injury will not happen can put you at great risk of sustaining an injury. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
May 8, 2023 | Safety
Heat stress can be a killer on the job site. Outside of the direct consequences such as heat stroke, heat stress can cause incidents due to loss of focus or excessive fatigue on the job. Know the signs and symptoms of heat stress and have a plan to get the proper medical attention for any individual displaying symptoms. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
Apr 24, 2023 | Safety
Safety, unlike many work tasks, does not give way to instant gratification at the end of every shift. Because of this, it is important to know that the steps you are taking are helping to avoid injuries and incidents from occurring. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
Apr 18, 2023 | Safety
Slips, trips, and falls are one of the leading causes of injuries and fatalities in the workplace. These incidents cause 15% of all accidental deaths and are second only to motor vehicle incidents as a cause of fatalities on the job. They can result in life-changing injuries to the employees who suffer them. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
Apr 11, 2023 | Safety
The acronym S.O.R.T. is a tool that can help remind us to take steps to address hazards and create a safe work environment. S.O.R.T stands for Stop, Observe, Recognize, and Take Ownership. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
Apr 4, 2023 | Safety
It can be difficult never to take a shortcut when it comes to safety, but there are many actions that can be utilized to eliminate the urge to do so. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
