How do we measure the wealth of knowledge is it by the quantity or the quality
Everyone who use this thread and link is rewarded some by share others by reading and share with there fellow workers and others by the key element of what this program is designed around NOT GETTING INJURED on the job or by causing a incident
Also no two people learn or absorb information the same for some it is simple video and that it there key for others it is a power point presentation and class presentation on a defined subject
And for some like me is is see the diverse training field of safety around the world. Although all my materials are written and produced by me I get huge results and deep satisfaction in just knowing that my materials I write in Canada is helping someone somewher else in the world and they get to go home safely to there families and sleep in a comfortable home with people who want them again and tommorrow and always
Safety is not a pay stub or a optional subject its about people protecting people friends neighbours family
TP
PS here is one I did as a reminder on lifting and hoisting materials
Always lift right and always remember to look up where is the power lines
From Canada, Calgary
11Everyone who use this thread and link is rewarded some by share others by reading and share with there fellow workers and others by the key element of what this program is designed around NOT GETTING INJURED on the job or by causing a incident
Also no two people learn or absorb information the same for some it is simple video and that it there key for others it is a power point presentation and class presentation on a defined subject
And for some like me is is see the diverse training field of safety around the world. Although all my materials are written and produced by me I get huge results and deep satisfaction in just knowing that my materials I write in Canada is helping someone somewher else in the world and they get to go home safely to there families and sleep in a comfortable home with people who want them again and tommorrow and always
Safety is not a pay stub or a optional subject its about people protecting people friends neighbours family
TP
PS here is one I did as a reminder on lifting and hoisting materials
Always lift right and always remember to look up where is the power lines
From Canada, Calgary
One of our members needed a little humor in there program although I dont usually laugh at people incidents there is some time a need for humor to lighten the load of others or drive a message home. I hope these help out ( a word of caution there is fine line between humor and hurting someone feelings)
But beyond general “feel good”, morale-boosting humor factor, I believe there several ways humor in workplace can create a safer work environment:
Humor is an effective stress buster
Stress is totally in eye of beholder? – it’s events themselves that create stress, it is totally our interpretation of events that causes us stress.? And since humor is an effective way of changing how we look at things, tapping into our sense of humor can reframe day--day challenges and help us see problems in a more grounded, realistic light. Humor, in other words, helps us keep mole hills as mole hills long before they threaten erupt into mountains.
We also need remind ourselves that a stressful situation happens, we have 100% control over how we react that situation. Humor helps us gain a sense of control over our emotions by allowing us choose a more positive reaction.
So what does all have do with safety?? A lot, I’d suggest.
Stressed out people don’t think clearly,? tend more mistakes, and often do things in a hurry-all of which can lead more accidents in workplace.
Simply put:? stress can blind us hazards around us; whereas humor can enlighten us by helping us keep cool, calm and collected.?
Online Safety Training Material Repository <link updated to site home> ( Search On Cite | Search On Google )
Osh.net - Safety Humor Sites
Safety Humor - Forklift Work Platform.
<link no longer exists - removed>
Warnings and usability Ergonomics & safety humor
Ergonomic jokes. Ergonomics & Human Factors humor.
From Canada, Calgary
But beyond general “feel good”, morale-boosting humor factor, I believe there several ways humor in workplace can create a safer work environment:
Humor is an effective stress buster
Stress is totally in eye of beholder? – it’s events themselves that create stress, it is totally our interpretation of events that causes us stress.? And since humor is an effective way of changing how we look at things, tapping into our sense of humor can reframe day--day challenges and help us see problems in a more grounded, realistic light. Humor, in other words, helps us keep mole hills as mole hills long before they threaten erupt into mountains.
We also need remind ourselves that a stressful situation happens, we have 100% control over how we react that situation. Humor helps us gain a sense of control over our emotions by allowing us choose a more positive reaction.
So what does all have do with safety?? A lot, I’d suggest.
Stressed out people don’t think clearly,? tend more mistakes, and often do things in a hurry-all of which can lead more accidents in workplace.
Simply put:? stress can blind us hazards around us; whereas humor can enlighten us by helping us keep cool, calm and collected.?
Online Safety Training Material Repository <link updated to site home> ( Search On Cite | Search On Google )
Osh.net - Safety Humor Sites
Safety Humor - Forklift Work Platform.
<link no longer exists - removed>
Warnings and usability Ergonomics & safety humor
Ergonomic jokes. Ergonomics & Human Factors humor.
From Canada, Calgary
Dear TG Penny,
This is the right attitude for serving the society. If any can save himself or can save someone's life by learning or reading or by anymeans, our aim is fulfilled.
Thanks a lot for sharing wonderful website addresses.
Regards.
Hasmukh P Valand
From India, Ahmadabad
This is the right attitude for serving the society. If any can save himself or can save someone's life by learning or reading or by anymeans, our aim is fulfilled.
Thanks a lot for sharing wonderful website addresses.
Regards.
Hasmukh P Valand
From India, Ahmadabad
Dear Penney, Thanks a lot for your links. . .Another one from myside Wear A Helmet - Or Die ... Your Choice...... Keep on sharing. . .
From United States, Fpo
From United States, Fpo
We have a whole lot of follower and people who read our small ramblings on safety there is only one part of the recipe we have left out of our daily conversations ( although variety is always nice, its like fresh fruit and vegetables in season) we should ask our readers what ten things are the keys incident causes in there work place what ten things have they seen like ladders or slips trips and falls or scaffolds or just humour versus lecture materials to get our point across
We too must do a risk assessment in our education materials so we can better serve those who read from these pages
Hence once that is done we can offer the best of the best world wide
No reader will have the same and we always try to answer the questions with the best materials known so it doesnt have to be taught over and over again
Im sure once people say what they need our list of education materials will be the next and only training page for there companies to look at or for training
The ten worse or injury related training items ten things that cost the company the most amount of monies in down time or incidents
Like driver awareness or risk assessment
Proper PPE or risk associate to wearing or not inspecting them properly or not getting proper PPE
Or paper work or forms or formates to use and make it easier to report and assess incidents
Emergency response or planning
Chemical hazards fires or damage including storage or environmental issues like dykes
Chemical properties and mixztures or long lasting health issues to workers, even simple items like pizza knee for cement workers and the risks
These are only examples there are thousands but once you weed them down sort them out they will be small list to solve and educate others, Im willing to bet that out of a thousand items in safety that could be asked or reviewed you could tap root or drill down your training and solve a thousand issues with less than 15 items associate to training
Any thoughts gentlemen!
From Canada, Calgary
We too must do a risk assessment in our education materials so we can better serve those who read from these pages
Hence once that is done we can offer the best of the best world wide
No reader will have the same and we always try to answer the questions with the best materials known so it doesnt have to be taught over and over again
Im sure once people say what they need our list of education materials will be the next and only training page for there companies to look at or for training
The ten worse or injury related training items ten things that cost the company the most amount of monies in down time or incidents
Like driver awareness or risk assessment
Proper PPE or risk associate to wearing or not inspecting them properly or not getting proper PPE
Or paper work or forms or formates to use and make it easier to report and assess incidents
Emergency response or planning
Chemical hazards fires or damage including storage or environmental issues like dykes
Chemical properties and mixztures or long lasting health issues to workers, even simple items like pizza knee for cement workers and the risks
These are only examples there are thousands but once you weed them down sort them out they will be small list to solve and educate others, Im willing to bet that out of a thousand items in safety that could be asked or reviewed you could tap root or drill down your training and solve a thousand issues with less than 15 items associate to training
Any thoughts gentlemen!
From Canada, Calgary
Short cuts will you beat your life on it
Everyone takes a shortcut at one time or another. You cross the street between intersections instead of using the crosswalk or jump a fence instead of using the gate. But in many cases, a shortcut can involve danger.
If you are told to go to a particular work area, your employer expects you to take the safe route, not the shorter, hazardous one. If there isnt a safe way to get where you need to go, let your supervisor know. The supervisor will see to it that you are provided a safe means of access. It’s your responsibility to avoid dangerous shortcuts and to warn against anyone else you see taking them.
Even if the job will only take a few minutes, it isn’t worth risking your safety and health for those few minutes. Wear personal protection to safeguard your body parts. Use proper, well-maintained equipment. Don’t improvise to save time. Ladders, steps, and walkways are built to insure your safety, as well as for your convenience. Use them. Don’t go from one elevation to another by climbing a column or sliding down a rope. The safest way isn’t always the shortest way, but it’s the surest way.
Ask yourself where is the lift plan
YouTube - Close call for highway construction crane
lift devices are just as important was what you are lifting with
YouTube - Stupid people and heavy equipment dont mix.
YouTube - Hilarious crane accident!
Plus where did the dog go never mind why wasn’t the area secured
horse play has no part in safety either never mind lack of ppe spotters or just get off the site
YouTube - tow truck fails trying to move stuck over sized load in tulsa oklahoma
do it right the first time all the time
YouTube - Accident Almost Kills Drill Rig Operator
From Canada, Calgary
Everyone takes a shortcut at one time or another. You cross the street between intersections instead of using the crosswalk or jump a fence instead of using the gate. But in many cases, a shortcut can involve danger.
If you are told to go to a particular work area, your employer expects you to take the safe route, not the shorter, hazardous one. If there isnt a safe way to get where you need to go, let your supervisor know. The supervisor will see to it that you are provided a safe means of access. It’s your responsibility to avoid dangerous shortcuts and to warn against anyone else you see taking them.
Even if the job will only take a few minutes, it isn’t worth risking your safety and health for those few minutes. Wear personal protection to safeguard your body parts. Use proper, well-maintained equipment. Don’t improvise to save time. Ladders, steps, and walkways are built to insure your safety, as well as for your convenience. Use them. Don’t go from one elevation to another by climbing a column or sliding down a rope. The safest way isn’t always the shortest way, but it’s the surest way.
Ask yourself where is the lift plan
YouTube - Close call for highway construction crane
lift devices are just as important was what you are lifting with
YouTube - Stupid people and heavy equipment dont mix.
YouTube - Hilarious crane accident!
Plus where did the dog go never mind why wasn’t the area secured
horse play has no part in safety either never mind lack of ppe spotters or just get off the site
YouTube - tow truck fails trying to move stuck over sized load in tulsa oklahoma
do it right the first time all the time
YouTube - Accident Almost Kills Drill Rig Operator
From Canada, Calgary
Good morning to all,
Dear Penney,
Thanks for your all inputs/data"s.don’t take short cuts video & safety alerts we add on our training sessions. . .
Another one from myside --- Paper cut-safety@work --- . . .
Keep on sharing. . .
From United States, Fpo
Dear Penney,
Thanks for your all inputs/data"s.don’t take short cuts video & safety alerts we add on our training sessions. . .
Another one from myside --- Paper cut-safety@work --- . . .
Keep on sharing. . .
From United States, Fpo
Further to my pdf I sent on Isolation and Lock out Tag out here is a reminder to all teams it is not just about electicity
Isolation lock out can be moving equipment etc
The key to always have in your mind where is the energy is it shut down even the key that turns on the motor vehicle is it locked out tagged out
Key Energy Control Terminology
A review of some key definitions from the O H & S standard can be helpful in understanding the elements of an effective lockout/tagout (LOTO) program:
An authorized employee locks or tags machines or equipment in order to perform servicing or maintenance.
An affected employee is required to use machines or equipment on which servicing is performed under the Lockout/Tagout standard or whose job requires them to work in the area where such servicing and maintenance is performed.
An energy-isolating device prevents the transmission or release of energy, such as a manually operated electrical circuit breaker, a disconnect switch, a line valve or any device used to block or isolate energy. An energy-isolating device is considered capable of being locked out if it is designed with a hasp or other means of attachment to which a lock can be affixed; has a locking mechanism built into it; or can be locked without dismantling, rebuilding, or replacing the energy-isolating device or permanently altering its energy control capability.
Lockout is the placement of a lockout device on an energy-isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, ensuring that the energy-isolating device and the equipment being controlled cannot be operated until the lockout device is removed.
A lockout device uses positive means, such as a lock, blank flanges and bolted slip blinds, to hold an energy-isolating device in a safe position, thereby preventing the energizing of machinery or equipment.
Tagout is the placement of a tagout device on an energy-isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, to indicate that the energy-isolating device and the equipment being controlled may not be operated until the tagout device is removed.
A tagout device is any prominent warning device, such as a tag and a means of attachment, which can be securely fastened to an energy-isolating device to indicate that the machine or equipment to which it is attached may not be operated until the tagout device is removed.
Simple LOTO indicates a single source of energy. Complex LOTO signifies that there are multiple sources of energy. Group LOTO means that multiple crews are involved in the lockout/tagout procedures.
Core Components of Machine Safety and Lockout/Tagout Programs
The basic components of machine safety and lockout/tagout are documented procedures, employee training and retraining, and periodic review. A formal, written Lockout/Tagout Program should be developed and implemented if employees are required to perform hazardous maintenance or repair of machines and equipment. The program should include machine-specific procedures for shutdown and re-energizing equipment and training for affected employees. Procedures will vary depending on the industry and types of machinery and equipment, but all employees should be trained to recognize a locked and tagged electrical source and to understand how the LOTO process affects their specific work areas and the company’s overall operations. Periodic review of all procedures is essential to ensure compliance and to allow for necessary changes.
An effective Lockout/Tagout Program should include these basic steps for safely de-energizing equipment:
Notify all affected employees that the equipment will be shut down.
Shut down the equipment by normal stopping procedures.
Isolate all the equipment’s energy sources.
Lock out and tagout the energy isolating devices with assigned, individual locks.
Verify absence of energy source
Release or restrain any storedenergy by grounding, blocking, bleeding down, etc.
Assure that no personnel are exposed, and then testthe equipment to assure that it will not operate.
To restore the equipment to service:
Assure that all employees have been safely positioned or removed from the area.
Verify that equipment controls are in neutral.
Remove lockout devices and/or tags and re-energize the machine or equipment.
Notify affected employees that servicing is complete and the equipment is ready for use.
Important Steps for Implementation of a Lockout/Tagout Program
The following are some important actions to consider for your company’s Lockout/Tagout Program:
Initiate immediate awareness and policies for working on de-energized equipment
Look closely at company operations and learn what your workers are actually doing
Document all sources of electricity by studying the original building plan and “as built” drawings, if available. If plans and drawings are not available, walk through the entire facility to trace energy sources, track conduit and identify potential exposure to live parts
Use interim hazard warning labels on electrical equipment
Work on improving and enhancing safe work practices, procedures, and training, incorporating knowledge gained from field inspections and NFPA 70E recommendations
Review existing LOTO procedures to ensure they include all control panels
Review previous employee LOTO training, keep logs, and assess whether any personnel require retraining
Train all electrical workers and any related personnel in Arc-flash hazard awareness
Perform audits on tools, equipment and employee training
Conduct tool audits to make sure all employees have safe tools for the job, and determine if new tools are needed
Conduct arc-flash hazard analysis to determine flash protection boundary on switchboards, panel boards, industrial control panels, motor control centers, and other related equipment
Assess PPE requirements based on the boundary results from arc-flash hazard analysis. Require appropriate clothing and apparel for electrical workers and provide necessary PPE.
From Canada, Calgary
Isolation lock out can be moving equipment etc
The key to always have in your mind where is the energy is it shut down even the key that turns on the motor vehicle is it locked out tagged out
Key Energy Control Terminology
A review of some key definitions from the O H & S standard can be helpful in understanding the elements of an effective lockout/tagout (LOTO) program:
An authorized employee locks or tags machines or equipment in order to perform servicing or maintenance.
An affected employee is required to use machines or equipment on which servicing is performed under the Lockout/Tagout standard or whose job requires them to work in the area where such servicing and maintenance is performed.
An energy-isolating device prevents the transmission or release of energy, such as a manually operated electrical circuit breaker, a disconnect switch, a line valve or any device used to block or isolate energy. An energy-isolating device is considered capable of being locked out if it is designed with a hasp or other means of attachment to which a lock can be affixed; has a locking mechanism built into it; or can be locked without dismantling, rebuilding, or replacing the energy-isolating device or permanently altering its energy control capability.
Lockout is the placement of a lockout device on an energy-isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, ensuring that the energy-isolating device and the equipment being controlled cannot be operated until the lockout device is removed.
A lockout device uses positive means, such as a lock, blank flanges and bolted slip blinds, to hold an energy-isolating device in a safe position, thereby preventing the energizing of machinery or equipment.
Tagout is the placement of a tagout device on an energy-isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, to indicate that the energy-isolating device and the equipment being controlled may not be operated until the tagout device is removed.
A tagout device is any prominent warning device, such as a tag and a means of attachment, which can be securely fastened to an energy-isolating device to indicate that the machine or equipment to which it is attached may not be operated until the tagout device is removed.
Simple LOTO indicates a single source of energy. Complex LOTO signifies that there are multiple sources of energy. Group LOTO means that multiple crews are involved in the lockout/tagout procedures.
Core Components of Machine Safety and Lockout/Tagout Programs
The basic components of machine safety and lockout/tagout are documented procedures, employee training and retraining, and periodic review. A formal, written Lockout/Tagout Program should be developed and implemented if employees are required to perform hazardous maintenance or repair of machines and equipment. The program should include machine-specific procedures for shutdown and re-energizing equipment and training for affected employees. Procedures will vary depending on the industry and types of machinery and equipment, but all employees should be trained to recognize a locked and tagged electrical source and to understand how the LOTO process affects their specific work areas and the company’s overall operations. Periodic review of all procedures is essential to ensure compliance and to allow for necessary changes.
An effective Lockout/Tagout Program should include these basic steps for safely de-energizing equipment:
Notify all affected employees that the equipment will be shut down.
Shut down the equipment by normal stopping procedures.
Isolate all the equipment’s energy sources.
Lock out and tagout the energy isolating devices with assigned, individual locks.
Verify absence of energy source
Release or restrain any storedenergy by grounding, blocking, bleeding down, etc.
Assure that no personnel are exposed, and then testthe equipment to assure that it will not operate.
To restore the equipment to service:
Assure that all employees have been safely positioned or removed from the area.
Verify that equipment controls are in neutral.
Remove lockout devices and/or tags and re-energize the machine or equipment.
Notify affected employees that servicing is complete and the equipment is ready for use.
Important Steps for Implementation of a Lockout/Tagout Program
The following are some important actions to consider for your company’s Lockout/Tagout Program:
Initiate immediate awareness and policies for working on de-energized equipment
Look closely at company operations and learn what your workers are actually doing
Document all sources of electricity by studying the original building plan and “as built” drawings, if available. If plans and drawings are not available, walk through the entire facility to trace energy sources, track conduit and identify potential exposure to live parts
Use interim hazard warning labels on electrical equipment
Work on improving and enhancing safe work practices, procedures, and training, incorporating knowledge gained from field inspections and NFPA 70E recommendations
Review existing LOTO procedures to ensure they include all control panels
Review previous employee LOTO training, keep logs, and assess whether any personnel require retraining
Train all electrical workers and any related personnel in Arc-flash hazard awareness
Perform audits on tools, equipment and employee training
Conduct tool audits to make sure all employees have safe tools for the job, and determine if new tools are needed
Conduct arc-flash hazard analysis to determine flash protection boundary on switchboards, panel boards, industrial control panels, motor control centers, and other related equipment
Assess PPE requirements based on the boundary results from arc-flash hazard analysis. Require appropriate clothing and apparel for electrical workers and provide necessary PPE.
From Canada, Calgary
Arc Flash safety guides for free
Arc Flash Labeling Guide - Arcflash.me
Arc Flash Handbook - You Can Get A Free Copy - Arcflash.me
FREE Arc Flash Labeling Best Practices Guide - NFPA 70E
Need some convincing to train well here are some videos
Arc Flash Video - Video
YouTube - Arc flash Accident
From Canada, Calgary
Arc Flash Labeling Guide - Arcflash.me
Arc Flash Handbook - You Can Get A Free Copy - Arcflash.me
FREE Arc Flash Labeling Best Practices Guide - NFPA 70E
Need some convincing to train well here are some videos
Arc Flash Video - Video
YouTube - Arc flash Accident
From Canada, Calgary
Dear Penney,
I appreciate the information and advice you have given, as well as the links you have shared with me. Your expertise and help have been invaluable. . .Thank you very much. . .
Keep on sharing. . .
Dear all,
Another one from myside regarding --- focus on safety ---
From United States, Fpo
I appreciate the information and advice you have given, as well as the links you have shared with me. Your expertise and help have been invaluable. . .Thank you very much. . .
Keep on sharing. . .
Dear all,
Another one from myside regarding --- focus on safety ---
From United States, Fpo
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