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How Holiday Stress Can Become a Safety Distraction
https://spisafety.blog/2025/12/10/how-holiday-stress-can-become-a-safety-distraction/
Published: December 10, 2025 21:30
In December, workplace burnout intertwines with holiday stress, leading to increased mistakes and accidents. Workers feel pressured to meet deadlines amidst personal stresses, causing distraction and unsafe short-cuts. Effective safety measures focus on…
Stop, Look, Assess. Quick Hazard Recognition Tips
https://spisafety.blog/2025/11/21/stop-look-assess-quick-hazard-recognition-tips/
Published: November 21, 2025 20:37
Hazards often go unnoticed in familiar work environments, leading to injuries. To enhance safety, adopt the habit of "Stop, Look, Assess" before tasks. This brief pause allows workers to identify potential dangers and implement simple controls. Building…
Cold Stress: What Your Team Needs to Know
https://spisafety.blog/2025/11/05/cold-stress-what-your-team-needs-to-know/
Published: November 5, 2025 21:53
Cold stress affects worker productivity and safety, causing issues like reduced grip, coordination, and decision-making as temperatures drop. Early signs include shivering, confusion, and pale skin. Key prevention strategies involve proper layering,…
Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention in Under 2 Minutes
https://spisafety.blog/2025/10/23/slip-trip-and-fall-prevention-in-under-2-minutes/
Published: October 23, 2025 17:59
Slips, trips, and falls contribute to over a third of workplace injuries annually, primarily due to routine hazards. Prevention relies on consistent housekeeping, identifying hazards, prompt repairs, improving lighting, encouraging practical footwear, and…
OSHA’s Top 10 Violations: Quick Fixes to Stay Compliant
https://spisafety.blog/2025/10/20/oshas-top-10-violations-quick-fixes-to-stay-compliant/
Published: October 20, 2025 14:09
OSHA’s 2024 Top 10 violations highlight key safety lapses in workplaces, such as fall protection and machine guarding, with actionable solutions provided for each. By proactively addressing these common issues through training, inspections, and…
Key Metrics and Indicators for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Safety Products and Equipment
https://spisafety.blog/2025/09/25/key-metrics-and-indicators-for-safety/
Published: September 25, 2025 21:16
Organizations must prioritize employee safety through effective safety products and equipment. Evaluating their effectiveness involves monitoring incident rates, near-miss reports, equipment utilization, employee feedback, return on investment, and…
10 Lockout/Tagout Hazards Not in Your Basic Training Manual
https://spisafety.blog/2025/09/03/10-lockout-tagout-hazards-not-in-your-basic-training-manual/
Published: September 3, 2025 17:17
Effective Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) practices are essential for preventing workplace injuries and fatalities, yet many hazards are often overlooked. Key issues include unrecognized energy sources, inadequate group lockout systems, reliance on control circuits,…
5 Micro-Tips to Beat the Heat
https://spisafety.blog/2025/08/13/5-micro-tips-to-beat-the-heat/
Published: August 13, 2025 18:48
Summer heat poses a serious risk at job sites, particularly in construction, contributing to over 700 annual fatalities in the U.S. Preventive measures include hydration before work, scheduled breaks in the shade, using cooling cloths, recognizing…
Scaffold Safety Checklist: What to Look for Before You Climb
https://spisafety.blog/2025/08/08/scaffold-safety-checklist-what-to-look-for-before-you-climb/
Published: August 8, 2025 20:09
Scaffolding is essential for safety in construction, requiring thorough setup and inspection to prevent injuries. Key areas include base stability, proper planking, guardrails, secure access, and adherence to weight limits. Daily inspections, tags, fall…
Glove Safety Hacks: Picking the Right Glove for the Right Job
https://spisafety.blog/2025/07/24/glove-safety-hacks-picking-the-right-glove-for-the-right-job/
Published: July 24, 2025 20:07
In industrial safety, choosing the correct gloves is crucial to avoid hand injuries, which are common in the workplace. Selecting gloves according to specific hazards, utilizing different coating types, ensuring warmth without bulk, balancing impact…