Entries Tagged Safety

Work zones on roads and highways can be dangerous places. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 100 workers are killed...

I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “There is no such thing as a stupid question, except the one that didn’t get asked.” Some...

Each day we make decisions that can affect our safety. It’s no secret that almost 90% of incidents are caused by unsafe...

The theme of this month’s issue of Municipal Sewer & Water is Stormwater Management. But there’s another, deeper theme running through most...

We’ve probably all heard or used the phrase, “It’s no big deal,” in regard to safety concerns. Basically, a hazard isn’t a...

Through the development of specification guidelines, technical manuals, webinars, videos and other resources, NASSCO committees are making a major impact in setting...

There are many hazards in our industry and one of the most dangerous places our workers can find themselves in is an...

The cured-in-place pipe process has become one of the most widely used rehabilitation methods in the world. First introduced to North America...

In the workplace we often hear about “unsafe acts,” defined as any activity by workers that is not in accordance with the...

There are some key indicators in determining a workplace’s safety standing, and there are also some important warning signs that your workplace...

The competent person role can be confusing at times as many definitions have been floating around for years with different meanings, different...

Without looking it up can you name the three parts of the OSHA definition for a confined space? If not, that lack...

I am often asked the question “Why isn’t safety one of NASSCO’s core values?” My answer is always the same — because...

What is complacency in the workplace? It can be defined as self-satisfaction, especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies....