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Encyclopedia of Occupational Safety & Health : Chapter 93 - Construction

A comprehensive overview of health and safety in construction worldwide, including trades, typical hazards, methods of prevention, regulations, manage...

Constructive Ideas : Using a Pipe Carriage Prevents Back, Shoulder, and Wrist Fatigue

A short handout describing the benefits of using a pipe carriage rather than a tirfor when hanging pipe and tips on how to use it. Part of a collectio...

Constructive Ideas : Overcome the "Don't Sit on the Job" Attitude and Your Body Will Thank You

A short handout describing the benefits of sitting down rather than bending over when working. Part of a collection. Click on the 'collection' button...

Constructive Ideas : Reduce Your Risk of Back Injury -- Let Your Equipment do the Work

A short handout with tips for reducing back injuries by moving work off the floor when possible, maintaining good housekeeping, and planning ahead. Pa...

Constructive Ideas : Job Rotation Gives the Body a Break

A short handout with tips for rotating jobs to avoid musculoskeletal injuries. Part of a collection. Click on the 'collection' button to access the ot...

Portable Power Tools Training Guide

Statistics on injuries caused by use of portable power tools, types of injuries possible, maintenance and prevention, includes discussion questions an...

Hand Tools Training Guide

Training on hand tools, including items such as how to select the proper tool, dangers of using incorrect tools, and maintenance of tools – includes...

Backs & Lifting Training Guide

Training on how to protect your back and lift properly– includes questions for discussion and a sign-off form. Part of a collection. Click on the 'c...

Portable Power Tools Checklist

A checklist of things to be aware of when using portable power tools such as hazard identification, selection, work practices and guarding. Includes i...

Hand Tools Checklist

A checklist on hand tools, including items such as hazard identification, selection and inspection. Part of a collection. Click on the 'collection' bu...