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Safe Storage Practices for Tools and Equipment

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Proper storage of tools and equipment is essential for maintaining a safe and efficient workplace. Improper stacking, unsecured heavy tools, and disorganized storage areas can lead to serious injuries, lost productivity, and damage to valuable equipment. By following safe storage practices, businesses can reduce workplace accidents, improve workflow, and ensure compliance with OSHA and other […]

How Electrical Circuit Breakers and GFCIs Protect Your Workplace with Smart Safety

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Electrical safety in the workplace has been revolutionized by advanced technologies like smart circuit breakers and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs). These tools play a crucial role in preventing electrical hazards, optimizing energy use, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Businesses that adopt smart electrical safety measures can effectively protect employees, reduce downtime, and enhance […]

Guarding Considerations: Power Transmission Apparatus

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A power transmission apparatus refers to the mechanical components of a machine that transmit energy to the part of the tool performing the work. These components are vital for the smooth operation of a machine and can include flywheels, couplings, belts, pulleys, spindles, cranks, chains, shafts, and gears. Because these components are designed to drive […]

Conveyor Belts: Safe Use

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Unnecessary workplace accidents can occur when employees do not think before they act or avoid taking precautions to prevent accidents. Keeping safety top of mind is especially important when working with potentially dangerous machinery like conveyor belts. In fact, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration frequently cites conveyor belt accidents as one of the top […]

Manufacturing Safety: Lathe Safety

A man wearing a hard hat, safety glasses, and a checkered shirt with a safety vest is operating a large industrial machine. Focused on lathe safety, he uses his gloved hands to handle the equipment meticulously in a well-lit workshop.

Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Lathe Safety Just because a piece of equipment is frequently used doesn’t mean that it’s okay to be careless in how you handle and operate it. Lathes are often used in many different types of manufacturing for both production and maintenance, but these machines and their moving parts are serious […]

Construction Safety Matters: Work Site Scaffolding Safety

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Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Work Site Scaffolding Safety The majority of scaffold accidents on construction sites are caused by falls, slipping or being struck by an object from above. All of these accidents can be prevented by taking the proper precautions. Review this guide to learn more. General Safety Tips Protection for Those Below […]

Manufacturing Safety Matters: Portable Grinders

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Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Portable Grinders Portable grinders (e.g., angle grinders, handheld grinders and portable abrasive wheels) are common tools in manufacturing that allow employees to grind, cut, polish and buff materials. When working with portable grinders, employees need to consider a number of risks. For instance, portable grinders can cause severe lacerations or […]

Manufacturing Safety Matters: Bench Grinders

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Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Bench Grinders Bench grinders, which are sometimes referred to as offhand or pedestal grinders, are some of the most common pieces of equipment in manufacturing. They are used for a variety of tasks, including sharpening, polishing, buffing and cleaning metal objects. However, if used incorrectly, bench grinders can create a […]

Manufacturing Safety Matters: Drill Press Safety

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Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Drill Press Safety A drill press is a cutting machine that uses a rotating tool to remove wood, metal and other material to create a hole. They’re versatile machines and are commonly used for production purposes and in maintenance departments. While they are simple to use and vital for a […]

Trucking Safety Matters: Adding Up the Cost of an Accident

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Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Forklift Safety Forklifts also called powered industrial trucks, help us perform essential tasks, but they are also quite dangerous. Driving a forklift is a serious responsibility and should not be taken lightly. Forklift drivers at must be properly trained and follow all safety procedures and precautions. Below are some of […]

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