You’re all guilty. Yup, including me. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve scolded myself for doing something while driving that has taken my attention away from the road. I’ve eaten while driving, texted, applied lipstick, dug through my purse, etc. I’ve also seen other adults do similar things- eat, text, change the music, …
I know, hearing the word probably places you right back in high school chemistry class, begrudgingly memorizing the periodic table of elements. That class came in handy because Beryllium is actually very prevalent in industrial operations, and whether you know it or not you’ve likely been in contact with it at one point or another. In …
As the holiday season rolls around, millions of Americans are gearing up to hit the roads. Over the years, we’ve seen some fantastic progress in making those roads safer. Thanks to better cars, smarter drivers, and more thoughtfully designed streets, the number of people killed per mile driven has been steadily dropping for decades, according …
We’ve all been there—stuck in traffic, running late, or dealing with a frustrating situation on the road. It’s easy to get angry behind the wheel, but driving angry isn’t just bad for your mood—it’s dangerous. Aggressive driving can lead to serious accidents, putting you and others at risk. Let’s explore why driving angry is so …
Time management can be difficult, as most adults already feel as though there isn’t enough time in the day to complete their daily task (both inside and outside of work). It’s a good idea not to overload yourself with tasks, as it’ll be hard to manage your time when you’ve spread yourself too thin. Ultimately, this …
You may find yourself tasked with entering a confined space for your construction, industrial or other heavy industry occupation. Let me be the first to say, thank you. Thank you for going into that tiny, anxiety-inducing space to complete a task that needs to be done for the rest of us. You have no idea how …
In an effort to reduce the high number of fall injuries and fatalities sustained each year in general industry, OSHA is updating it’s walking and working surfaces standard to better clarify safety requirements in both training and inspection. OSHA states that “falls from heights and on the same level (a working surface) are among the …
Winter can be a challenging time for workplaces, especially in areas where snow, ice, and freezing temperatures are the norm. These conditions not only make it harder to get the job done but also increase the risk of accidents and injuries. The good news is that with the right precautions, you can keep your team …
In one definition of the term “Internet of Things,” almost all objects have sensors, connectivity to a broader environment, and intelligence. Sometimes the object has just a sliver of intelligence; but it can be much more substantial. Objects can be products, equipment, containers, or other things as well. Traditionally, the forklift was the backbone for …
