Back Injury Prevention Techniques

Your back is in motion all day, every day, even when you sleep. An injured back can be uncomfortable or it can be disabling. By learning a few back injury prevention techniques, you may be able make your work day safer. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Confined Spaces

Many workplaces contain areas that are considered “confined spaces” because while they are not necessarily designed for people, they are large enough for workers to enter and perform jobs. A confined space also has limited means for egress and is not designed for continuous occupancy. Refer to the UD EHS website for the latest campus confined space policy. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Mold

Mold can be found indoors and outdoors all year round. Exposure symptoms include nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, or wheezing. OSHA has materials that can help you identify and prevent hazards, and comply with OSHA requirements. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Eye Injuries – Part 1

Every day an estimated 1,000 eye injuries occur in American workplaces. Fortunately, we can protect against these hazards by using the appropriate protective eyewear for our jobs. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

April Fools Day

April Fools Day is a time when kidding and pranking can be taken to a whole new level. However, in terms of safety, caution in what you do is the better alternative. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

National Weather Service Alerts

Spring is here and we’re getting into the Tornado season for this area. It’s important to review what the various National Weather Service alerts mean. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.