Author: Marek Bros

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Tools and EquipmentnJorge VazqueznThu, 04/14/2022 – 13:26nnn n n n n TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT  n Tools and equipment include anything from ladders, scaffolds, utility knifes, extension cords, hammer, etc. They seem simple, but tools and equipment can be hazardous on the jobsite or anywhere they are being used. Their greatest hazards are…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Material Handling and Hand SafetynJorge VazqueznThu, 04/07/2022 – 15:11nnn n n n n MATERIAL HANDLING AND HAND SAFETY n Sharp edges and puncture hazards n When you are handling metal, remember the sharp rolled edges. Every employee gets relaxed around metal: when you see your co-workers do this, remind them about the…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: War on Falls: StiltsnJorge VazqueznFri, 04/01/2022 – 13:49nnn n n n n Notice to supervisors: If you are not using stilts on your job, make sure you mention the War on Falls for ladders, lifts, scaffolds, guardrails, and holes. Make sure you also mention the two-day suspension for any fall exposure. n…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Line of Fire Safety TalknJorge VazqueznThu, 03/24/2022 – 16:15nnn n Line of Fire Safety Talk n The term “line of fire” is very common when talking about the hazards of a work task. Depending on the work being completed, there may be many different lines of fire or there could be very…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: War on Falls – 3 Keys to Work Safe on LaddersnJorge VazqueznThu, 03/17/2022 – 17:49nnn n n n n WAR ON FALLSn 3 KEYS TO WORK SAFE ON LADDERS n Grab a ladder. Stand it up and climb. So simple anyone can do it, right? n But if it really were all…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part IIInJorge VazqueznThu, 03/10/2022 – 17:10nnn n n n n EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK PART III n DISCIPLINARY POLICY n All companies, no matter what their business, have certain rules of behavior which must be observed to ensure a productive and safe operation. The Marek Companies are no exception. For the welfare…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part IInJorge VazqueznWed, 03/02/2022 – 19:10nnn n n n n ACCIDENTS n 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 at jobsites…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part InJorge VazqueznThu, 02/24/2022 – 15:47nnn n n n n EMPLOYEE HANDBOOKn PART I n ATTENDANCE n 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 and tardiness are not only inconvenient, they are also…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Take Care of Your FeetnJorge VazqueznThu, 02/17/2022 – 17:48nnn n n n n TAKE CARE OF YOUR FEET n Most people don’t think much about their feet, until a foot begins to hurt. Damage to even one bone, ligament, or muscle in the foot can be very painful and make it difficult…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Cold Weather SafetynJorge VazqueznThu, 02/03/2022 – 15:00nnn n n n n COLD WEATHER SAFETY n As the weather becomes “frightful” during winter months, construction workers who must brave the outdoor conditions face the occupational hazard of exposure to the cold. You need to be especially mindful of the weather, its effects on…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Wear Eye Protection ProperlynJorge VazqueznThu, 01/27/2022 – 14:19nnn n n n n WEAR EYE PROTECTION PROPERLY n We have talked about eye protection many times in the past. There is no question how fragile our eyes are and how important it is to protect them. We all know when to wear eye…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Sprains and StrainsnJorge VazqueznThu, 01/20/2022 – 15:13nnn n n n n Notice to Supervisors: Mandatory Demonstration requires a Minimum of 20 minutes to effectively cover topic. n Sprains and Strains n Sprains and strains continue to be one of the highest types of injuries within our company. By following a few simple…