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National Work Zone Awareness Week 2021
Go Orange Day | April 28th
April 30, 2021
In support of the roadway safety industry and “Go Orange Day,” HazTek Accountant Emelia Chang was wearing orange on Wednesday!... Read more...
National Work Zone Awareness Week 2021
Go Orange Day | April 28th
April 30, 2021
In support of the roadway safety industry and “Go Orange Day,” HazTek Recruiter Sharyn Fink was wearing orange on Wednesday!... Read more...
National Work Zone Awareness Week 2021
Go Orange Day | April 28th
April 30, 2021
In support of the roadway safety industry and “Go Orange Day,” HazTek Safety Professional Rob Marino was wearing orange at his project site in New Jersey!... Read more...
HazTek Spotlight | Brian Pfeffinger
April 29, 2021
HazTek is spotlighting Safety Professional Brian Pfeffinger who joined our team last year and works out of our Strategic Accounts group. Brian enjoys playing golf, working out, and spending time with family. He attended Millersville University where he played collegiate rugby. We’re happy to have you aboard, Brian! Read more...
50th Anniversary of NIOSH | April 28th
April 29, 2021
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) officially began operating on April 28, 1971 — after Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSH Act). NIOSH is the federal agency responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related injuries and illnesses.As part of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, NIOSH has more than 1,300 employ... Read more...
50th Anniversary of OSHA | April 28th
April 28, 2021
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSH Act) established the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The landmark worker safety and health act was signed by then President Richard M. Nixon on December 29, 1970, and OSHA opened its doors on April 28, 1971.As part of the U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA’s mission is to “ensure safe and healthful conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by prov... Read more...
Workers’ Memorial Day | April 28, 2021
April 28, 2021
Workers’ Memorial Day is observed annually to honor, remember, and pay our respects to the men and women who have lost their lives due to work-related injuries and illnesses, and to recognize the impact that these tragic losses have had on families, co-workers, and communities.Since 1971, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been working to help make workplaces safer. In 1989, April 28th was designated as Worke... Read more...
National Work Zone Awareness Week 2021 | April 26-30th
“Drive Safe. Work Safe. Save Lives.”
April 26, 2021
Each year in the spring, National Work Zone Awareness Week is held to bring national attention to motorist and worker safety and mobility issues in work zones. This year’s theme is, “Drive Safe. Work Safe. Save Lives.” The key message is for drivers to use extra caution in work zones. Drivers are urged to take note of reduced speed limits, eliminate distractions, and be watchful for r... Read more...
Distracted Driving Awareness Month | April
Week 5 | “Just” Is All It Takes
April 26, 2021
While the use of cell phones to talk or text while driving can be a distraction for drivers, there are other tasks that can also take attention away from driving. Some distractions that can be controlled while driving include:- Programming a GPS... Read more...
HazTek Spotlight | Kyle McCullough
April 21, 2021
HazTek is spotlighting Safety Professional Kyle McCullough who joined our team last year and works out of our Northeast region. Kyle graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he studied Safety Science and played Division 1 Rugby. He’s a die-hard fan of Pittsburgh sports teams who enjoys traveling and visiting different cities and parks. We’re happy to have you as part of the HazTek team, Kyle! Read more...