It is critical to understand where electricity is located on a jobsite in order to avoid
electrocutions of workers.
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Working Alongside Subcontractors
No matter what industry you are in, you are inevitably going to work around subcontractors
or vendors quite often. The services of other companies are necessary to move work
forward.
Like any new addition or change in a workplace, subcontractors can create many hazards for
everyone working there. It is important to consider the hazards created when utilizing
subcontractors and what can be done to mitigate the hazards.
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Job Opening at City of Santa Rosa
THE CITY OF SANTA ROSA IS NOW HIRING CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIANS TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN PROVIDING CRITICAL SERVICES TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY! JOIN A KNOWLEDGEABLE AND MOTIVATED TEAM WHO TAKE PRIDE IN DOING QUALITY WORK
This recruitment is being conducted to fill vacancies in Transportation and Public Works – Capital Projects Engineering (CPE) Division, as well as any future regular or limited-term vacancies Citywide during the life of the eligible candidate list. If you are interested in this position or a possible future Civil Engineering Technician position at the City, should one become available, including transfer opportunities, you are strongly encouraged to apply now. The City of Santa Rosa is committed to building a workforce reflective of our community and establishing a lasting culture of equity and belonging within our organization. Our collective talents and expertise contribute to high-quality public services that support a vibrant, resilient, and inclusive City for our community and visitors. We celebrate a diverse workforce and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.
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Workplace Violence Safety
Workplace violence is any threat, disruptive behaviors, intimidation, physical aggression, or act of violence
in the workplace, including homicide. Homicide in the workplace is currently the fourth leading cause of
death on the job.
According to OSHA, over 2 million people report being victims of workplace violence every year.
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Five Reasons to Work Safely Today
We all have different reasons for why we choose to do certain things and why we may not choose to do others. When it comes to working safely, we should all want to choose to make the right decision. We all are different in the way we think, but there are many common reasons why we should choose to work safely. No matter what your motivator may be, keep these five reasons in mind as to why we should all strive to work safely.
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Heavy Equipment Safety— Two Significant Hazards
Heavy equipment such as cranes, bulldozers, front loaders, dump trucks, excavators, etc., are used on virtually every single construction site. There are many hazards created by the use of this equipment for those who operate it and especially for those who work around the equipment. It is easy to become complacent when working around these machines every single workday.
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Attitude and Safety
How does attitude affect your work and safety on the job? What is your attitude today? We all have days where our overall attitude could improve, but how is yours towards your coworkers, boss, or safety on a day-to-day basis?
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Safe Driving Skills
Driving contributes to far more work-related deaths and serious injuries than all other work
activities. Review safe driving skills and company safety standards using this safety meeting
template.
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Carbon Monoxide and Forklifts
“Be Aware of The Hazard”
When forklifts are used inside of confined spaces and buildings, dangerous levels of carbon
monoxide (CO) can build up quickly.
CO is a poisonous gas that can cause nausea and dizziness. In high concentrations it can be
fatal. Because it is impossible to smell, taste or see CO, it is crucial that you be aware of its
dangers and do as much as you can to avoid overexposure before symptoms occur.
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Successful Safety Toolbox Talks for Construction
When it comes to workplace safety, having a toolbox talk is an essential part of any safety program. Toolbox talks are short, informal safety meetings that are held on a regular basis to discuss specific safety topics. They provide an opportunity for employees to ask questions and discuss potential hazards in the workplace. While toolbox talks can be beneficial, they can also be ineffective if not done correctly.
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