Black and Decker cordless drills recalled due to potential overheating, melting, smoking and fires. Sold through Feb. 2002....
One-page summaries of over 100 NIOSH-supported construction safety and health research projects in 2002....
Roofing work at night increases risks of falls and fires, and reduces quality of craftsmanship. It should be avoided....
A Canadian trade magazine article explaining how workers applying chemical floor coatings in basements are at risk of fire and inhalation of hazardous...
Stihl-brand MS 192 T Chain Saws can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard, so they are being recalled for repair....
Link to NIOSH guidance document for Supervisors at Disaster Rescue Sites, which includes recommendations for a written work plan and safety checklists...
Link to a NIOSH Fact Sheet for emergency response and disaster recovery workers how to help prevent eye injuries. Includes additional links on the NI...
Link to an HSE publication containing illustrations, brief information about some workplace deaths related to the safety problems, and references to...
Charts and tables on construction fatalities from the Census of Fatal Occupational Industries, offered in both pdf and Powerpoint format....
Hot welding and cutting work poses a risk of fire. This article lists precautions that can help prevent fires on the job when welding or cutting....