Safety Works

Failure to properly wear personal protective equipment is a major problem in the landscape industry. Violations of federal OSHA’s rules for head protection, eye and face protection, respiratory protection and…

Provided by WS Pharr & Company, Risk Control Department    While vacationing last year in Miami, Florida, a city under near constant construction, there hung large sign on the fence…

Avoid accidents by learning about these dangerous hazards   Many accidents happen every year that are preventable. Here’s information on struck-by hazards and how to manage these risks.  Struck-by incidents…

Be safe and courteous during leaf removal season   Fall is upon us and leaf blowers and vacuums are an essential time and labor saving tool on the job.  Being…

The OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool is a useful resource for planning outdoor work activities based on how hot it feels throughout the day. It has a real-time heat index and…