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A MEWP is the new ANSI standard naming of Aerial Lifts and Scissor Lifts. MEWP stands for Mobile Elevating Work Platform and […]

  Its time to focus on working safely in these hot conditions.   A core value at Berg is safety in all conditions […]

Punctures and cuts are common on-the-job injuries. Punctures occur when objects such as splinters, nails, glass, and sharp tools such as scissors […]

Workers die from heat related illnesses every summer and every death is preventable. When heat stroke doesn’t kill immediately, it can shut down major body organs causing acute heart, liver, kidney and muscle damage, nervous system problems, and blood disorders. Workers suffering from heat exhaustion are at greater risk for accidents, since they are less alert and can be confused. Let’s look at who is susceptible and how to prevent injuries in a hot work environment. A. GENERAL Workers exposed to extreme heat, or work in hot environments, may be at risk of heat stress. Exposure to extreme heat can result in occupational illnesses and injuries. And, that makes prevention of heat stress in workers very important. Some of the risk factors that contribute to heat stress are:  High temperature, humidity, no wind and direct sun exposure  Dehydration  Heavy Physical Labor  No recent exposure to hot workplaces When working in a high heat or high humidity work environment, a supervisor or other designee should continually monitor workers for alertness and signs or symptoms of heat illness, and regularly communicate with workers that are working alone by radio or cellular phone. B. […]