There are three main types of distractions that can occur while driving. Visual: Taking your eyes off the road. Manual: Taking your hands off the wheel. Cognitive: Taking your mind off what you are doing. Distracted driving is considered any non dirving activity that a person engages in and that has the potential to distract them from the primary task of driving and therefore increases the risk of getting in an accident. Under MN law, drivers are not allowed to have a cellp... » Read more

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Posted 12/07/20 07:09:37 AM

Lifting is very much a part of our every day jobs. And, because it is something we do so often, we tend to do it without thinking, or at least we do until we strain a muscle, or worse, hurt our backs.... » Read more

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Posted 11/23/20 07:13:46 AM

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Posted 11/20/20 10:02:25 AM

Skidsteers are some of the most common pieces of equipment on a demolition or construction site. Running a skidsteer requires skill and coordination. Only trained personnel should be assigned to operate a skidsteer. The operator must understand the capabilities of the machine and its limitations. Operator must be familiar with the work environment and know floor loading capacity, make sure jobsite has proper lighting, know the locations of floor openings or leading edges, where other workers and trades will be, and if baricades or spotters will be required. Operator must wear a seatbelt at all times.  Required personal protective equipment is a hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection. Operators must inspect the skid steer daily before operating. Check the oil, hydraulic fluid, coolant, fuel, lights, seat bars, seat belts, tires, arms, and attachments. As the operator, you must be aware of the surrounding work environment at all times. If you are another wo... » Read more

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Posted 10/05/20 07:27:39 AM

Nothing about an extension cord suggets danager. There are no moving parts, no flames, and no noise. It is harmless looking, yet it can be extremly dangerous if misused. No extension cord can stand roug usage. If you kink it, knot it, or crush it, you can break the insulation, which may cause a short cirucit, fire, or even an electric shock. Most cords used carry regular 110-volt electricity. At some point, you may have received a shock from a 110 volt line without serious harm, but even a 10-volt current can seriously injury or kill if the conditions are right with wet or sweaty hands, or a  wet floor or water pipe are a few examples. Never let an extension cord sit in water. Inspect all extension cords at the beginning of each workday for any signs of wear or damage. Remove any worn/damaged cords from service immediately. If there are cuts in the outer jacket, or insulation, or wiring, or the ground is missing that means the cord needs to be taken out of service.  Handle... » Read more

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Posted 09/18/20 05:18:36 PM