Author: Marek Bros

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Why SafetynJorge VazqueznFri, 10/28/2022 – 16:51nnn n n n nn 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…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Struck By Falling/Flying ObjectsnJorge VazqueznThu, 10/20/2022 – 16:57nnn n n n nn Struck-By nn Falling/Flying Objects nn You are at risk from falling objects when you are beneath equipment, scaffolds, etc., or where overhead work is being performed. There is a danger from flying objects when power tools, or activities like pushing,…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Workplace DistractionnJorge VazqueznThu, 10/13/2022 – 17:02nnn n n n nn WORKPLACE DISTRACTION n n nn n n 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…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Can You Hear Me Now?nJorge VazqueznMon, 10/10/2022 – 14:56nnn n n n nn CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW? nn Noise is one of the most common health problems in workplaces today. Right now, about 30 million workers are exposed to high noise levels. If you’re one of those workers, you may be…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Safe Before the StormnJorge VazqueznFri, 09/30/2022 – 15:00nnn n n n nn 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…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: War on Falls: Suspension Recap – Zero TolerancenJorge VazqueznFri, 09/23/2022 – 15:01nnn n n n nn WAR ON FALLS nn SUSPENSION RECAP nn ZERO TOLERANCE nn These zero tolerances means that certain unsafe employee actions will automatically result in suspension from work. So that employees understand what these actions are that will…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Powder-Actuated Tool SafetynJorge VazqueznFri, 09/16/2022 – 15:05nnn n n n nn POWDER-ACTUATED TOOL SAFETY nn Mandatory Topic: Read, Be Prepared and Demonstrate to All Employees nn 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…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Suicide PreventionnJorge VazqueznSun, 09/11/2022 – 15:09nnn n n n nn 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…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Floor OpeningsnJorge VazqueznFri, 09/02/2022 – 15:10nnn n n n nn FLOOR OPENINGS nn Safely covering a floor opening with a piece of plywood requires more than just laying down the material over the hole, or even nailing it down. nn Total on the job safety means a total job of eliminating a…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Extension CordsnJorge VazqueznMon, 08/29/2022 – 15:13nnn n n n nn EXTENSION CORDS nn Even a simple extension cords needs to be looked after. It’s a shock or fire hazard when deteriorated, worn-out or used improperly. nn Three-wire cords are for outdoor appliances and electric power tools. The third wire is a ground….

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Personal Safety MeasuresnJorge VazqueznFri, 08/19/2022 – 15:16nnn n n n nn Personal Safety Measures nn The Marek Family of Companies is responsible for training you in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and of the safety hazards applicable to your workplace. nn However, you are also an important player in jobsite…

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Hazard Analysis – Working Around Sprinklers or Electrical AreasnJorge VazqueznFri, 08/12/2022 – 15:18nnn n n n nn 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…