Sleep and Accident Mitigation

02/10/2022

Sleep is not just a luxury. Getting plenty of sleep is critical to your personal safety and the safety of your co-workers. Most people need 7.5 to 8.5 hours of sleep each day. Sleep loss built up slowly over several nights can be just as harmful as sleep loss in one night.

Remind workers of the importance of sleep
While no employer wants to dictate to their employees what they should or shouldn’t be doing while off duty, you can always remind them at safety meetings and toolbox talks about the need to get proper rest so they can come back to work refreshed each day.

Your team should know that sleep deprivation not only affects their safety, it also affects the entire team. Lack of sleep negatively affects performance resulting in slower reaction times, failure to respond to changes and the inability to concentrate and make reasonable judgments.

Training employees to recognize the signs of co-worker fatigue can be the difference between life and death.

For more information, contact ROII Safety Services Director Bob White at (360) 352-7800 ext. 109 or bobw@biaw.com.

Stay Safe with Cut-Resistant Gloves

11/01/2024

In the fast-paced world of construction, safety is everything. Whether you're handling heavy machinery, sharp materials, or simply working with your hand’s day in and day out, having the right protection can make all the difference. But did you know there are special gloves designed to protect hands from cuts and scrapes? These are called cut-resistant gloves, and they’re a game-changer for safety on the job site.

Heat and Smoke on the Agenda for L&I Compliance Inspectors

07/31/2024

Washington State's Labor and Industries (L&I) has introduced crucial regulations to protect workers from extreme heat and wildfire smoke. Learn about mandatory cool-down breaks, new training requirements, and the resources available to help your business stay compliant.

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