Shepformation Monthly Newsletter
Information, resources, and news from Shepley for building professionals on Cape Cod and Nantucket.
Covid-19/Flu Season Safety
Things you can do to prevent one or all of these illnesses Follow CDC guidelines https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.htmlWear a maskWash your handsMaintain social distancingDo not go to work if you feel illRestrict...
Most Violated Construction Standards
Thorough hazard assessments for your worksites are critical to assure continued protection of staff and to avoid OSHA fines. Construction standards most violated Guarding open-sided floors, platforms and runwaysHousekeepingStairway...
Cold Stress
It is that time of year again, weather can often be unpredictable and extreme. Freezing temperatures can create serious health problems, collectively called cold stress. Cold Stress Factors Freezing or near-freezing weatherStrong...
“Adversity introduces you to yourself.”
Albert Einstein
Electrical Strip Safety
There were several fires caused by plug strip on Cape Cod this year, two with fatal injuries. A power strip combines several sockets attached to the end of a flexible cable, allowing multiple devices to be plugged in. The biggest safety...
Toolbox Talks: Yellow Jackets
It is that time of year when yellow jackets become very active. It is estimated that as many as two million people in the United States are very allergic to stinging insect venom. Every year about 100 people die from sting reactions. More...
Table Saws
John Howell Table saws are common and heavily used tool found on the jobsite. Unfortunately when not used properly they can cause serious injuries. When using a table saw, consider the following tips and safety measures. Basic operating...