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                                                                           OSHA recently revised their Hazard Communication Standard to align with the international “Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals”, commonly referred to...

06/16/2025 TBT: OSHA’s Lockout/Tagout Standards – Why They Affect Everyone OSHA published their “control of hazardous energy” standard, also known as “Lockout/Tagout”, way back in 1989. This new standard required employers to develop and implement a program t...

Toolbox Talk: Personal Protective Equipment – Eye Protection [Reference 1910.133 / 1926.102] Think of some excuse you have used (or heard others use) for not wearing your eye protection: they are not comfortable; they are dirty; they are fogged up; you were ...

OSHA Training Toolbox Talk: Portable Tool and Equipment Safety – Mounting Abrasive Wheels [Reference 1910.243 / 1926.303] Portable hand-held grinders are relatively small tools, but they can pack a lot of punch - especially if the abrasive wheel shatters when...

SCS Toolbox Talk: The Role of the Competent Person on an Excavation Site-[Reference 1926 Subpart P]  Every action you take on an excavation site could have negative impacts on the safety of yourself or others. Digging in an area without first locating undergr...

ToolBox Talk -07-21-2025 – Warning/Safety Lines on Structures  Fall protection warning lines are critical safety measures used in construction to prevent falls. According to OSHA regulations, warning lines must be erected around all sides of the roof work are...

Several conditions, collectively known as heat illnesses, are caused by or related to an excessive core body temperature, which occurs when the body is unable to cool itself effectively. These ailments range from mild to life-threatening, and it’s essential to...

TBT 8/4/2025TBT 4 Aug 2025 – Mold and You There is always some mold around. Molds have been on the Earth for millions of years. Mold can get in through open doors, windows, vents, and heating and air conditioning systems. Mold in the air outside can be brough...

8-Toolbox Talk: Basic Electrical Safety – Important Things to Know About GFCI’s [Reference 1910 Subpart S/1926 Subpart K] This TBT contains information about an important safety device that helps prevent electrocution when we are using electrical tools or equ...

8/18/2025 Toolbox Talk: Portable Ladders – Performing Pre-use Inspections [Reference 1910 Subpart D / 1926 Subpart X] OSHA safety standards require that we inspect our portable ladders before we first use them on any work shift. This is so we can identify vis...