Safety Corner
Hydration and Heat Awareness
June, 2025
Prevent Dehydration and Heat-Related Illness in the following ways: Drink water every 15 minutes, even if you are not thirsty. Consume fruit and vegetables, they also add fluid to your body. Rest in the shade to cool down and recover from extreme heat. Learn the signs of heat illness and what to do in an emergency. Plan accordingly if you plan to work outdoors.
Three-Part Communication
May, 2025
An important Section in the APPA 17th Edition Safety Manual is 513 Switching Control Procedure – 513.8 Three-Part Communications. Three-Part Communications shall be used to communicate changes to the electric system during switching control procedures. This communication protocol requires three oral exchanges between a Sender and Receiver to promote reliable transfer of information and understanding. Effective communication is essential to proper safety.
NOT A BIG DEAL, UNTIL IT IS
April, 2025
Most of us have heard of the saying “it is not a big deal until it is.” Whether it is related to production or safety, there are always issues that are recognized, but nothing is done to correct them in a timely matter. These issues are left unchanged until something occurs, and then it becomes a huge deal to upper management or someone else.
Driving Awareness
March, 2025
As winter turns to spring, please remember that this time of year presents driving issues. With wet, cold conditions and little daylight, it can be a challenge as we drive to and from work. Here are some tips while driving to remember during this time of year and during these conditions.
PAST SAFETY CORNERS
See below an archive of our past Safety Corner Articles sorted by date.
2025
2024
January 2024 – Leaving Yourself an Out
February 2024- Determining PCBs Status
March 2024- Load Securement
April 2024- Stretch and Flex Awareness
May 2024- Horseplay in the Workplace
June 2024 – 100 Days of Summer
July 2024 – Be TICK Aware
August 2024 – What Happens During an OSHA Inspection?
September 2024 – Setting Up the Work Zone
October 2024 – Thunder and Lightning Storm Awareness
November 2024 – The Dangers of Deep Frying a Turkey
December 2024 – Error Trap – Vacations & Holidays