Author: Marek Bros

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Utility Knife Safety

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Utility Knife SafetynJorge VazqueznFri, 10/13/2023 – 13:02nnn UTILITY KNIFE SAFETY! There’s one hand tool that demands your respect over many others in the workplace, a tool that can cut you to the bone in an instant . . . the utility knife.Many workers use utility knives to cut drywall, ceiling tile, strapping,…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Workplace Distractions

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Workplace DistractionsnJorge VazqueznFri, 09/29/2023 – 17:47nnn n WORKPLACE DISTRACTION nn n n n n When we do accident investigations, a lot of times we’ll find injuries can be attributed to some type of distraction. nn Although it may not be possible to eliminate distractions, experts say steps can be taken to minimize…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Why Safety

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Why SafetynJorge VazqueznFri, 09/22/2023 – 15:31nnn n Why Safety nn Why is accident prevention so important? Do you view accident prevention as simply a way to avoid getting hurt? Do you work safely just because you want to? Perhaps you view accident prevention as a way of keeping the company happy or…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: War on Falls -Suspensions Recap: Zero Tolerance

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: War on Falls -Suspensions Recap: Zero TolerancenJorge VazqueznFri, 09/15/2023 – 15:52nnn n WAR ON FALLS nn SUSPENSION RECAP nn ZERO TOLERANCE nn These zero tolerances mean that certain unsafe employee actions will automatically result in suspension from work. So that employees understand what these actions are that will result in suspension, we…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Suicide Prevention

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Suicide PreventionnJorge VazqueznFri, 09/08/2023 – 18:16nnn n Suicide Prevention nn Suicide is a leading cause of death among working-age adults in the United States. It deeply impacts workers, families, and communities. Fortunately, like other workplace fatalities, suicides can be prevented. Below are 5 things to know about preventing suicide. nn 1. Be…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Safe Before the Storm

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Safe Before the StormnJorge VazqueznMon, 09/04/2023 – 17:45nnn n SAFE BEFORE THE STORM nn RAIN CAN RUIN A JOB nn Rain may be good for the farmer, but it can turn the jobsite into a giant mud pie. The rain can ruin materials and supplies and generally make things downright messy. Steel…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part III

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part IIInJorge VazqueznWed, 08/23/2023 – 16:14nnn n nEMPLOYEE HANDBOOKnPART III nn DISCIPLINARY POLICY nn All companies, no matter what their business, have certain rules of behavior, which must be observed to ensure a productive, safe operation. The Marek Companies are no exception. For the welfare of all of us who…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part II

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part IInJorge VazqueznFri, 08/18/2023 – 11:39nnn n EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK PART II nn ACCIDENTS nn In the event an employee is involved in an accident or sustains an injury while on the job, they must report it to their supervisor immediately regardless of its severity. First aid supplies are normally maintained…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part I

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part InJorge VazqueznFri, 08/11/2023 – 12:43nnn n EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK PART I nn ATTENDANCE nn Regular and on-time attendance is essential to the efficient operations of the company and is an essential function of every employee’s job. Excessive absenteeism, tardiness, or early departures are not only inconvenient, but they are also…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Hazard Analysis – Working Around Sprinklers or Electrical Areas

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Hazard Analysis – Working Around Sprinklers or Electrical AreasnJorge VazqueznFri, 08/04/2023 – 13:02nnn n HAZARD ANALYSIS nn WORKING AROUND SPRINKLERS OR ELECTRICAL AREAS nn 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…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: Stay Hydrated

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: Stay HydratednJorge VazqueznFri, 07/28/2023 – 12:42nnn n NOTE: IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO SUPERVISORS: Encourage employees to take frequent breaks for rest and water breaks for workers that feel heat discomfort. Identify cooler areas where employees can take a moment and cool themselves from the heat. nn   nn Stay Hydrated nn Water nn…

  • Weekly Toolbox Talk: The Heat

    Weekly Toolbox Talk: The HeatnJorge VazqueznFri, 07/21/2023 – 14:01nnn nn NOTE: IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO SUPERVISORS: Encourage employees to take frequent breaks for rest and water breaks for workers that feel heat discomfort. Identify cooler areas where employees can take a moment and cool themselves from the heat. nn THE HEAT nn If you are not…