Thanksgiving Day has more than double the number of home cooking fires than an average day according to the U.S. Fire Administration. In fact, each year more than 4,000 fires occur on Thanksgiving Day. “Unattended cooking is the leading cause…

Fall Protection Barrier Systems Controlled access zones and their use (Only for leading edge, precast concrete erection work, and steel erection activities) shall conform to the following provisions. When used to control access to areas where leading edge and other…

The mention of winter evokes images of sparkling snowflakes and skaters gracefully gliding across the ice. But winter can also be a time of illness and injury, if people fail to take adequate health and safety precautions. Colds More than…

PRE INSPECTION USE (DONE BEFORE EVERY USE): Damaged or cracked housing, power source, or bits/accessories Dull blades are often more dangerous than sharp blades Missing guards or protective devices Leaking gasoline, oil or other fluids Tool appears to be in…

DONLEY’S POLICY IS:WHEREVER THERE IS A POINT OF ACCESS WITH A BREAK IN ELEVATION OF 19 INCHES OR MORE, PROVIDE STAIRWAY; LADDER; RAMP; RUNWAY; EMBANKMENT; OR PERSONNEL HOIST USING A LADDER Always face a ladder when using it. Use at…

Congrats to Donley’s Concrete Group who selected by LeChase Construction as their national Subcontractor Outstanding Safety Performance Award Recipient. This award was presented at LeChase’s 2017 Subcontractor Appreciation Event. Recent projects with LeChase Construction include Duke Thomas Center and Durham…

DONLEY’S POLICY IS:REPORT ANY INJURY, FIRST AID, AND INCIDENT OR NEAR MISS TO YOUR SUPERVISOR OR THE SAFETY DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY. WHAT DO I REPORT? Injury: an incident to the body that requires more then just first aid First aid: an…

FALL PROTECTION BARRIER SYSTEMSPositioning device systems and their use shall conform to the following provisions: Positioning devices shall be rigged such that an employee cannot free fall more than 2 feet. Positioning devices shall be secured to an anchorage capable…

Portland cement is a light gray or white powder. When in contact with moisture in eyes or on skin, or when mixed with water, portland cement becomes highly caustic (pH > 12) and will damage or burn (as severely as…

PREVENT FALLS (33% of fatalities) Identify all potential tripping and fall hazards before work starts. Look for fall hazards such as unprotected floor openings/edges, shafts, skylights, stairwells, and roof openings/edges. Inspect fall protection equipment for defects before use. Select, wear,…