Please make sure you are wearing face shields and safety glasses to protect yourself from hazards. The following situations require both face shields and safety glasses to be worn. Using abrasive wheels on grinding and cutting equipment because the wheels can shatter and strike you in the face.  Anytime we are using a chop saw, a faceshield is required to be worn in addition to safety glasses. ... » Read more

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Posted 02/01/21 07:20:12 AM

Please be extra careful when dropping dumpsters on icy driveways. In the past, we dropped a dumpster on an icy driveway that was sloped and the dumpster ended up sliding about 20 feet down the driveway towards the street. We are reminding customers to make sure driveways are clear of snow and ice before we show up but if the driveway is icy and sloped, please be extra careful and check with dispatch if you think there is a chance it could slide. ... » Read more

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Posted 01/25/21 07:59:44 AM

Winter driving is the most difficult driving season. Snow and ice make even the most routine drive dangerous.  Vehicle Checks include the following:-Check coolant level -Check batteries -Check Brakes -Inspect tires for wear and proper inflation -Test heater, defroster, and fans -Inspect windshield for cracks -Replace worn or damaged windshield wiper blades While you are driving: -Clear all ice, snow, and dirt off windows, mirros, and lights. -Try to clear snow from all vehicle services so snow and ice that slides off doesn't block windshield -Know the conditions of the road and touch brakes to measure effectiveness -Reduce speed over bridges, suspended surfaces, turns, and exit/entry ramps -Increase normal following distance of 4 seconds, an additional 1-2 seconds -Turn headlights on anytime there is adverse weather conditions -Watch out for pedestrians  -Make sure... » Read more

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Posted 12/28/20 08:10:57 AM

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