Halloween Safety

Here are some Halloween safety tips for a fun and secure holiday: walking safely, safe costumes, check all treats, and safe driving. See FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Top OSHA Safety Violations

For the 13th consecutive year, fall protection topped the list with 7,271 violations in fiscal year 2023. Hazard communication, ladders, scaffolding, and powered industrial trucks rounded out the top five. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Aerial Lift Safety

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.

Fall Back to Standard Time

The end of daylight saving time can leave many of us feeling fatigued and unfocused. These conditions can pose safety risks to us and others at home, at work, and on the road. Please review the list of precautions to keep in mind as we switch from daylight saving back to standard time.