June 30, 2023

Dump truck guidance, tips on sun exposure and more

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The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

NIOSH provides guidance for dump truck operations

According to NIOSH, more than 800 construction and extraction employees were fatally injured in incidents involving dump trucks from 2011 to 2020. The agency released guidance to address severe hazards such as struck-bys, tip-overs, electrical and falls. The document provides tips for employers to prepare for and execute safe dump truck operations.

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Tips for protection against sun exposure

It’s estimated that about one in five Americans develop skin cancer in their lifetime. To help educate employers and their employees, an Industrial Safety & Hygiene News article explains why sunscreen is important for employees working outdoors and what other protection measures should be used. The article provides tips for selecting sunscreen and how to apply it as well as wearing effective clothing and working in the shade.

Warehouse safety tips

An Occupational Health & Safety magazine article focuses on safety for warehouses and fulfillment centers. The article provides information on best practices for warehouse safety, including addressing mental health, cultivating a strong safety culture, incorporating good ergonomics and more.

Fall protection planning checklist

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to enforce many safety guidelines when it comes to fall protection, including inspections. Diversified Fall Protection is offering a free checklist to help with personal fall arrest system inspections.

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