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The heat wave we have had over the last two weeks has been unforgiving. OSHA has provided the following information to help protect yourself and others when working in the heat. Ease into work. Nearly 3 out of 4 fatalities from heat illness happen during the first week of work. New and... Continue Reading
SMACNA's 2024 Safety Survey is available for contractors to complete by clicking the link below. SMACNA has two additional awards this year for contractors: Safety Achievement Award and the Safety Innovator of the Year Award. Members who win Safety Achievement Awards will receive certificates from... Continue Reading
Starting tomorrow, the humidity will begin to increase once again. All employees need to remember to drink water even if they are not thirsty; be aware of signs of a medical emergency - seizures, loss of consciousness, and slurred speech; dress for the heat with light colors, loose fitting, and... Continue Reading
OSHA is full steam ahead as they continue to push their National Emphasis Program (NEP) to prevent heat-related deaths this summer. Workers who are working inside or outside are susceptible to heat illnesses(Heat Cramps, Heat Stroke, Heat Exhaustion). OSHA has provided great information on heat... Continue Reading
Please complete the online SMACNA Safety Survey by Monday, May 1, 2023. Also, please email me a copy of the survey to gwharton@smca.org. Click the following link to complete your survey: https://www.smacna.org/resources/business-management/safety-and-health/safety-survey Continue Reading
