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Winter 2025

WATCH OUT FOR THOSE SLIP, TRIP AND FALL HAZARDS!

To be able to safely get to and from destinations this winter, keep outdoor walkways and building entry ways as clean and dry as possible so you and your guests can arrive safely.  Keep ready supplies of salt and sand, to treat as needed.

For more information: https://nfsi.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/OSHA-Checklist-2021.pdf

ERGONOMIC TIPS

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are injuries resulting from tasks such as lifting, pushing, maintaining an awkward posture as reaching above the shoulder height, kneeling, swatting, leaning over or twisting the torso while lifting. This also includes performing the same or similar tasks repetitively or whole body or hand-arm vibration.

For more information: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/ergonomics/about/index.html

FOOD SAFETY TIPS

Safe steps in food handling, cooking, and storage are essential in preventing foodborne illness. You can’t see, smell, or taste harmful bacteria that may cause illness. In every step of food preparation, follow the four guidelines to keep food safe:

Clean – Wash hands and surfaces often

Separate – Don’t cross-contaminate

Cook – Cook to proper temperatures, checking with a food thermometer

Chill – Refrigerate promptly

For more information: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-safety-basics/steps-keep-food-safe

TRAVEL & VEHICLE SAFETY

  • Driving while fatigued, stressed or rushing can often be a factor in automobile accidents. Poor weather conditions are also a contributing factor.
  • Keep a cell phone and portable charger with you at all times while traveling in case of emergency.
  • Keep extra cold weather gear, food, water, a flashlight, ice scraper, blankets, medications, flare, first aid kit, jumper cables in your car in case of emergency.
  • Properly clean snow and ice off your vehicle before driving. 

For more information: https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2022/11/29/holiday-driving-tips

DO NOT BLOCK EMERGENCY EXITS AND SIGNS

Do you know where all the exits are in case your first choice is too crowded?  Are you sure the doors will be unlocked and that the exit access, such as a hallway will not be blocked during a fire, explosion or other crisis?

For more information: https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/emergency-exit-routes-factsheet.pdf

LADDER SAFETY

Heed warnings on ladders. Every year, thousands of people – about 200 people per day – are treated for injuries related to falls. Many of these falls result in fractures, concussions, and muscle pulls. When using a ladder use a step stool or ladder to reach high places. If working at heights over 4 feet, have a second person to assist and steady the ladder if needed.

For more information: https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/OSHA3662.pdf

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