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Toolbox Talks: Space Heater Precautions

Space heaters can provide comfort in cold environments, but they can also pose serious fire and safety risks if not used properly.

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October is Fire Safety Month

Is your workplace or home fireproof? The NFPA celebrates National Fire Safety Month in October, emphasizing fire prevention.

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Hearing Prevention

If you’re one of the twenty-million individuals that are subject to dangerous noise-levels on the work site you will want to implement precautionary tactics to counter the danger of hearing loss.

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”

Benjamin Franklin, Founding Father of the United States
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Safe + Sound Week

Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event to recognize workplace safety and health programs. Successful safety and health programs can proactively identify and manage workplace hazards before they cause injury or illness.

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Heat Illness

Summer is here! Learn about the different types of heat illness and ways to avoid heat illnesses as the temperatures begin to rise. Remember it takes about two weeks to get used to working in a hot environment.

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Driver Safety Accident Response

We're seeing more vehicle accidents every year on Cape Cod. With summer traffic right around the corner, here are some important tips if you are involved in an accident. If you are prepared, your actions will be almost automatic.