Keep cool when things heat up
Those school district employees working outdoors in hot weather and direct sun may be at higher risk of heat-related illness. Heat-related illnesses are preventable. Train [...]
Let’s keep our student athletes hydrated
To keep kids in top shape for sports, it’s important for them to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Dehydration occurs when a body [...]
Grill safely this summer
There’s nothing like outdoor grilling. Fire in the grill, under hot dogs and burgers, is a welcome sight at the family cookout. But fire anywhere [...]
School’s out for summer
It will soon be summer, the time when facilities staff takes advantage of unoccupied buildings to do deep cleaning, repairs and maintenance. It’s also a [...]
Common accident causes
Accidents occur for many reasons. People tend to look for "things" to blame when an accident happens, because it is easier than looking for "root [...]
Situational Awareness for Safety
Every work site contains hazards, and employees need to know how serious those hazards are. That is why all workers, regardless of expertise level, should strive [...]
Spring driving tips
It is important to understand that each season brings different driving conditions. Along with warmer weather, spring brings rain and the potholes of last winter. [...]
Make sure your AED is ready to shock
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) might sit idle for years without being used; however, it must always be ready to function. Like any piece of [...]
Every Step Matters
Every year over 100 people die in ladder-related accidents, and thousands suffer disabling injuries. March is National Ladder Safety Month and is intended to raise [...]
The challenges of school employee safety
The key to preventing harm to school employees (and students) is to establish a good safety program. Tailor the safety program to the specific needs [...]
Employee Involvement In Safety
Your school strong safety program will not be complete without employee participation. Employees operate the equipment, use the tools, and do the tasks that expose [...]
New Tool Can Help Identify Dampness and Mold in Schools
The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recently introduced a new tool to help school staff to identify and assess areas of dampness [...]