MONDAY / 06.18.

07

TOPIC FOCUS ON: Take Care With Compressed

- Compressed air is used in many workplaces to run a
Air
variety of tools and equipment. Because it is used so
widely, it is sometimes taken for granted. Never forget
that compressed air is a form of energy, and as such
it has the potential to cause serious injury.
Follow these guidelines for safer work around
compressed air:
- Always wear safety eye wear with side shields.
- Wear other forms of Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) as required, such as hearing protection and respiratory protection.
- Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry or unrestrained long hair which could become entangled in moving
equipment powered by compressed air. Gloves should not be worn when they pose a danger of
entanglement.
- Never aim compressed air at yourself or another person. Make sure that any bystanders are away
from the air flow.
- Do not use compressed air to dust off your clothing because of the possibility of the air entering the
body through a small break in the skin.
- Never engage in horseplay with compressed air. This has caused serious injuries and death.
 TUESDAY / 06.19.07

TOPIC FOCUS ON: It’s Never Happened To Me!

- Don't play games with your eye protection - use it whether
or not the boss is looking.
- You are required to use safety eyewear to guard against
flying particles. If you only wear your safety glasses when
the boss is watching, you are really missing the point of
protective equipment. The reason for using safety glasses is
to protect your eyes from a blinding injury.
- Just because it has never happened to you does not mean it
won't. Remember, it only takes one time to cause an injury.
- The protection provided by safety glasses more than makes
up for any discomfort. If your glasses don't fit correctly,
keep looking until you find a pair which does.
 WEDNESDAY / 06.20.07

Put Your Foot Down About

TOPIC FOCUS ON:
Safety Shoes
- Foot injury incidents such as these occur when safe work
practices are not followed or when proper protective footwear
is not worn.
- Be aware of the hazards to your feet in your working
environment. There could be falling or rolling objects which
could strike your feet. Motorized and non-motorized vehicles
could run over your toes. The chances of shock are greater if
you are not wearing insulated footgear while doing electrical
work. Harmful substances can splash or spill, exposing your
feet to toxic or corrosive chemicals. Biological hazards may be present, causing infection with temporary or serious
long-term effects.
- To prevent foot injuries, concentrate on what you are doing. Many foot injuries occur during a moment of inattention.
- Keep your work area clean and free of clutter. Good housekeeping prevents you from stepping on objects such as
nails or being struck by items rolling off a workbench.
 THURSDAY / 06.21.07

Health News “Keep Your

TOPIC FOCUS ON:
Blood Pressure Normal”
Here are some suggested lifestyle modifications to
help keep your blood pressure down:
- Use less salt. Take the salt shaker off the table, and
try to avoid salty foods.
- Keep your weight at a healthy level. Eat a balanced
diet of nutritious foods.
- Reduce your intake of saturated fats, found in
animal products, shortening and other fatty foods
that are solid at room temperature. Replace them
with small amounts monounsaturated fats such as
those found in olive or peanut oil.
- Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, cereals and low-fat milk products to maintain your intake of
magnesium, potassium and calcium, important in regulating blood pressure.
- Get regular exercise, for at least 20 minutes three or four times a week. Walking is one effective
exercise.
- Do not smoke. If you cannot quit smoking on your own, talk to your doctor or find a support group.
- Limit consumption of caffeine, found in coffee, tea, soft drinks and chocolate.
- Beware of medicines that can raise blood pressure. Talk to your doctor about any concerns.
- Relax. Learn to handle stress so it does not take its toll on your body. Exercise, recreational activities,
a change of scenery and relaxation exercises are just some of the effective ways of dealing with stress.
 FRIDAY / 06.22.07

TOPIC FOCUS ON: Stay Well And Fit To Stay

- Maintaining good physical health helps you stay free of injuries. Safe
A fitness program helps you stay alert and agile, able to avoid
accidents. By keeping your muscles strong and your body flexible,
you also help prevent repetitive strain injuries -- a common
problem for office workers.
Here are some suggestions for a fit and healthy lifestyle:
- Do something for exercise, even if it doesn’t seem like much.
Instead of imposing impossible demands on yourself, set some
exercise goals you can achieve. Try to become more active, a
bit at a time.
- Most days do some sort of aerobic exercise. This can be going for a walk, climbing the stairs instead of taking the elevator,
swimming, biking or dancing.
- Give your muscles some extra work to do every couple of days. You don’t necessarily have to lift weights or train on a
machine at the gym. You can incorporate an exercise routine into sports or gardening.
- Keep your body limber. Gently stretch and bend to keep joints and connective tissues flexible. Do a lot of stretching and
flexing when you take breaks from your work.
- Pay attention to the nutrition positives than the negatives. Instead of obsessing about the fat or calorie content of the
foods you eat, try to eat a reasonably balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber. Fresh fruits and vegetables along
with whole grains and beans supply many of these nutrients.
- Eat breakfast. If you don’t like traditional breakfast foods, eat something you do like. Sandwiches or supper leftovers
are just as good in the morning as they are later in the day.
 SATURDAY / 06.23.07

TOPIC FOCUS ON: Put A Lock On It!

Here are the steps commonly involved in a lockout. Be sure

to adhere to your own company's procedures:
- Inform other workers a lockout is going into effect.
- Turn off the equipment at the main control.
- Attach your lock at the main control so no one can turn it
on again.
- Try to start the machine at the main control panel, to
ensure it is disabled.
- Check for other forms of energy including secondary
electrical power sources, springs and hydraulic pressure.
Disconnect or block these, lock them out and make sure they won't move.
- When you are sure all sources of energy have been isolated, do your maintenance, repair or adjustment.
- Return all the safety machine guards to the equipment. Take off the safety locks, ending at the main control switch.
- Tell your co-workers the machine is ready to use.
 SUNDAY / 06.24.07

TOPIC FOCUS ON: Conquer Clutter

- What is your workstation for? Not surprisingly, the
answer is a place for you to get your work done. If your
workstation is well-designed and properly maintained,
it should serve you well.
- It is possible your work area is hindering, not helping,
you do your work. Clutter, trash, dirt and disorganization
can all get in your way.
- Take inventory of the items in your work area. Are all
of them contributing to your work? Damaged tools, broken
chairs, obsolete equipment and excess materials are not helping the cause. In fact, they are likely causing
you frustration and inefficiency and may create even unsafe situations. Get rid of useless items by sending
them out with the trash or recycling. Tools and equipment can be turned in for repair and reuse elsewhere
in the plant.
- Arrange your tools and materials for the work to flow efficiently through your work station. Your
arrangement might not be quite the same as another person would choose because your methods of
working are slightly different. Place frequently used items near at hand. Use lower priority space for
other items.