In construction, some of the most dangerous operations are excavation and trenching. According to OSHA, a trench is “a narrow underground excavation that is deeper than it is wide, and is no wider than 15 [...]
According to Asbestos.com, "Asbestos exposure is the No. 1 cause of work-related deaths in the world. Americans who worked in construction, manufacturing, and other blue-collar industries are most at risk of asbestos exposure. Research shows [...]
A variety of products are considered flammable and should always be handled with care. Flammable liquids are easily ignited by sparks, hot surfaces, and open flames. The most dangerous aspect of flammable liquids is the [...]
The Fourth of July is almost here, and those white tents are popping up in parking lots everywhere to sell you fireworks. Beautiful, fun, and exciting, fireworks are a HUGE part of celebrating America’s birthday. [...]
Safety signage is not only a priority, it’s a requirement (as per OSHA). Signs are used in a variety of industries and workplaces for hazard recognition. Standard or personalized, it’s important to incorporate signage into [...]
SunnySide Supply's Nanette and Paul Battista, along with product manager Bennett Cooper, are currently participating in the Safety 2019 Professional Development Conference & Exposition in New Orleans. Their focus is around educating other safety professionals on [...]
A slip or trip at work can have serious consequences including death. According to the National Safety Council, "In 2013, injuries from slips, trips and falls resulted in 229,190 cases involving days away from work, [...]
According to the Industrial Trucking Association, more than 70 workers were killed and another 70,000+ were injured via forktruck accidents in 2016. If you take a moment to let it sink in, those numbers are [...]
A portable fire extinguisher can save lives and property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives. However, portable extinguishers have limitations. Fire grows and spreads rapidly, so the [...]
As per OSHA, at least two exit routes must be available to allow quick evacuation of employees and other occupants in the event of an emergency. Standard 29 CFR 1910, Subpart E says, "the exit [...]
