The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the most common type of vehicle accident is a backing accident. Due to limited visibility out of the back windows or around long truck beds and equipment bodies, drivers may not see other vehicles, obstacles, or even coworkers and pedestrians when backing their vehicles. Whether in
No matter how many safety precautions you take on the job, cuts are still possible. It’s important to know how to help a fellow technician without exposing yourself to possible blood-borne pathogens. Individuals can be infected without even knowing it. Hepatitis B Virus (Hep B) or Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hand injuries account for 80% of all occupational injuries. This is because the hands are engaged in almost all job activities. Can you imagine any occupation that does not require the use of the hands? They provide us with the dexterity needed to perform most daily activities. In fact, hands,
You may be accustomed to seeing an eyewash station at your workplace, but do you truly know how to use it? Train now to be prepared for an eye emergency. Any workplace that uses chemicals that cause corrosion, severe irritation, permanent tissue damage, or are toxic when absorbed requires an
Mobile auto glass technicians and anyone else working outside typically wear sunglasses daily. Many other technicians have to wear glasses to improve their eyesight. While sunglasses and regular glasses block sunlight or improve vision very well, they do a poor job of protecting your eyes from glass shards, chemical splashes,
In the event of a fire, using a portable fire extinguisher could mean the difference between a major or minor loss. There are several things to consider when using fire extinguishers. For instance, you must know the class of fire involved and the correct type of fire extinguisher to use. Classes of Fires and Fire Extinguishers
Whether you’re taking a van to a mobile job or heading to and from work, driving is no longer a lonely, quiet experience. With cell phones, music, GPS-systems and heads-up displays, the interior of your vehicle isn’t just a quiet place to focus on driving. These days, paying attention while driving can
Getting too comfortable with a routine can make you less alert, replacing a technician’s initial caution at a new and interesting job with relaxed carelessness. In many jobs, workers travel the same route daily or repeat tasks with little conscious thought. Without some periodic reminders of ever-present hazards, lethargy deepens and
Almost every maintenance shop has a bench or pedestal grinder. These tools are commonly used to shape or sharpen the cutting edges of things like chisels or lawn mower blades. Despite their usefulness, they can also be dangerous because many users take them for granted. Improper handling, installation or abrasive
Every year, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports approximately 500,000 collisions. Those collisions produce 200,000 injuries and 4,000 fatalities. Unsafe speed, improper turning, failure to yield the right of way and failure to obey traffic signals were the most frequent causes. The Department of Transportation (DOT) estimates that two-thirds of