Safety Messages

Our bodies work like machines and food is the equivalent of fuel. If you are consistently putting bad fuel in a machine, it will break down. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

It is human nature to be reactive instead of proactive in many aspects of life. Our health is one area where many people do not take steps to improve it until after a problem occurs. Going to your doctor for an annual checkup is an important part of a proactive approach to maintaining good health. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

While staying safe on the road must be a high priority for New Year’s Eve revelers, it’s not the only safety issue that you may confront. However, with a little care and foresight, you can protect yourself from some of the more common New Year’s risks. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Take a moment for Christmas safety. Taking four seconds for safety may seem unimportant, yet it is the one action you might take during a busy and distracted day which will have the most benefit in keeping you safe. Think of it as your Christmas present to yourself. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Gravity never forgets. As soon as you set foot on the ladder’s first rung and pull your body off the ground, gravity works to bring you back to earth. Therefore, it’s no surprise that ladder safety begins from the ground up. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Regardless of your driving skill or vehicle preparation, there are some winter conditions that can’t be conquered. These 10 winter driving tips may help prevent snowy and icy roads from ruining your day. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Being distracted by a cell phone while driving, while operating tools and equipment, when walking across the street, when in public or at work, increases the risk of injuries and crashes. Your best bet is to wait to take the call or answer the text. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Close calls in the workplace give us an opportunity to recognize that something is wrong and to do something about it before someone gets hurt. Be sure to report near misses. You have the opportunity to help a coworker. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

With the end of Daylight Savings Time (Sun 11/06) comes an increase of darkness around the time of rush hour. During such time changes, there is statistically an increase in safety incidents. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

We utilize several aerial lifts around campus. It’s important to review safety tips for working in and around this equipment. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.