In our recent HazTek Safety-In-Review e-newsletter, we featured an article from EHS Today titled, “Safety Tips for Aging Construction Workers.” The article states that 45% of construction workers were 45 and older, thus becoming more at risk for injuries. Read more...
Ladders are useful tools that, when used properly, serve as a safety system for climbing. However, working at an elevated height presents additional risks, so it’s essential to properly inspect and maintain your ladder. Here are a few reminders of what you should be addressing: Read more...
Brain Injury Awareness Month, held in March each year, was developed by the Brain Injury Association of America to let people know that brain injuries are serious — and more common than people think. Read more...
In celebration of Women in Construction Week, HazTek has featured the inspirational stories of some of the women in our company who work on different projects throughout the country. We would also like to recognize and thank the following women who work behind the scenes, supporting our team in the field every day: Read more...
This Sunday, most of the continental U.S. will “spring forward” by turning the clocks ahead one hour. While it’s nice to have more sunlight in the evening, the hour loss disrupts your circadian rhythm and it can take your body up to a week to adjust to the new times for sleeping, eating, and various activities. To allow yourself time to adjust, consider reducing demanding physical and mental tasks as much as possible over the next week. Read more...
HazTek Safety Professional Dhaima Service emigrated to the United States from Kingston, Jamaica in August 2014. She decided to make this move to be with her ex-husband who worked as a construction safety professional. Dhaima has a bachelor’s degree in education which she obtained in Jamaica and worked as a teacher in elementary in secondary schools for ten years. Read more...
Week 1 of Ladder Safety Month focuses on ladder training and awareness. Employers need to provide proper training to all individuals who will be using ladders: Read more...
HazTek Safety Professional Sarah McCowen started in safety by joining a safety committee at the factory she was working at over 10 years ago. She loved it so much that she decided to make safety her career. Read more...