Under The Hard Hat

Today we review different types of fire extinguishers.   #construction #safety #fireprevention #fireprotection #fireextinguishers #extinguishers

Happy Fire Prevention Month!  On todays toolbox talk we discuss fire prevention on the job site.   #fire #prevention #firepreventionmonth #construction #safety

This week we discuss cord inspections and testing for the 4th quarter. Tape color is orange.   #construction #safety #underthehardhat #neca #extensioncord #inspection #electricalsafety

Today is a two for one toolbox talk discussion. Controlled Access Zones - Construction Sure-Off Testers - Fire Sprinklers  

Today we discuss Live System policies and Barricades

We discuss General Liability Claims Reporting Procedures.

Today we discuss Pipe Threading Machines.   CLICK HERE for the Operators Manual   CLICK HERE for a Ridgid 300 Instruction Video on Youtube

Today we discuss Porta-bands.

Today we discuss tool maintenance and inspections for hand tools.

Today we discuss general requirements regarding tool handling.

Today we discuss basics of Forklift Safety.

Today we discuss Aerial Lift basics (aka MEWPs)

Today we discuss High Visibility Vests.

Today we discuss hand safety.

Today we review basic PPE guidelines.

Inspect your cords daily, before each use.   Test your cords quarterly for continuity and apply RED tape in the 3rd Quarter.

Today we discuss the differences between heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Click Here for the Toolbox Talk Question for today.   Don't forget to download the NIOSH-OSHA Heat Safety Tool App as well.

Today we discuss Heat Safety.   CLICK HERE for the OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety App

Today John Lucas and I discuss severe weather and what we should do when severe weather hits either the office or the project site.

Today we complete our series on electrical hazards in construction with a discussion about Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters.    Please click the link below to answer a question to test for understanding. https://forms.office.com/r/uN5L91swV5