Over the years, I saw more than a few workplace injuries and equipment accidents. Fortunately, most weren't catastrophic, but every one of them had something in common. There was an accident. Someone investigated it. A form was completed. It was filed away. And then...we moved on. What was learn…continue
I've attended plenty of safety meetings over the years. I've watched countless training videos, sat through toolbox talks, and reviewed more safety policies than I can remember. Those things all have their place. Every highway department needs rules, procedures, and training. But during my y…continue
If someone asked a highway employee what the biggest dangers on the job are, the answers would probably be predictable. Working in traffic, operating heavy equipment, tree removal, confined spaces, excavation work, and working around high-voltage electrical lines. These are certainly among the most …continue
For many organizations, safety training is measured by spreadsheets. How many days since the last injury? How many OSHA recordables? How many hours of annual safety training have been completed? These numbers matter. They reduce liability, lower workers' compensation costs, and help ensure regul…continue