Author: Marek Bros

Even a simple extension cord needs to be properly maintained. It can become a shock or fire hazard when it is deteriorated, worn out, or used improperly. Three-wire cords are designed for outdoor appliances and electric power tools. The third wire is a ground wire. Never plug these cords into an ungrounded electrical outlet. Do…

RAIN CAN RUIN A JOB Rain may be good for farmers, but it can turn the jobsite into a giant mud pie. Rain can ruin materials and supplies and generally make things downright messy. Steel gets slippery, equipment gets stuck, and workers get wet. By covering equipment, materials, tools, supplies, and people, rain does not…

DISCIPLINARY POLICY All companies, no matter what their business, have certain rules of behavior that must be observed to ensure a productive and safe operation. The Marek Companies are no exception. For the welfare of all of us who work together on a day-to-day basis, certain actions are serious enough to warrant disciplinary procedures. Therefore,…

WAR ON FALLS – SUSPENSION RECAP – ZERO TOLERANCE These zero-tolerance policies mean that certain unsafe employee actions will automatically result in suspension from work. To ensure employees understand which actions will result in suspension, we will recap the WAR ON FALLS safety violations that will result in a minimum two-day suspension. LADDERS SCAFFOLDS STILTS…

We have talked about eye protection many times in the past. There is no question about how fragile our eyes are and how important it is to protect them. We all know when to wear eye protection on the job, but today we want to talk about other eye injuries that occur and how to…

At MAREK, we rely on our employees to work as teams to build our jobs. Without teamwork, we would not be able to accomplish any of our goals. Our teams are generally composed of a very diverse group, including different trades, races, genders, religions, and more. We feel that the diversity throughout our organization is…

Forklift trash boxes help control trash on jobs, but they must be handled only by trained, certified, and authorized operators. Before use, the forklift and trash box/dumpster must be inspected and documented to confirm they are structurally sound, properly secured, and safe for the task. A poorly planned move can tip equipment, spill debris, strike…

Notice to Supervisors: Read and prepare for safety meeting. Make sure all employees understand the importance of following our Hazard Analysis and the procedures to work around sprinkler and electrical areas. Electricity has long been recognized as a serious workplace hazard, exposing employees to such dangers as electrical shock, electrocution, fires and explosions. However when…

Mandatory Topic: Read, Be Prepared, and Demonstrate to All Employees Attention All Foremen: You will demonstrate a powder-actuated tool to all your employees today. Safe production practices need to be covered in this meeting. You may choose to demonstrate multiple tools with live firing. Powder-actuated fastening tools have many things in common with sporting rifles…

Note to Supervisors: Read and prepare for the meeting by looking over your jobsite and observing how your personnel are approaching their jobs. Carelessness is not acceptable. Project Safe states quite simply: Employee Basic Safety Rules, Safe Work Habits: “Careless disregard for the safety of other employees will not be tolerated and is grounds for…

If you are not sweating or have not urinated, is it a sign of dehydration? Did you know that after a holiday weekend, most people who consumed alcohol are more exposed to dehydration? Drinking alcoholic beverages in hot weather can have serious consequences. During extreme heat, we sweat more, and drinking alcohol can cause us…