DEALING WITH STRESS

February 18, 2010

When you think of stress in the workplace, what type of work do you think of, other than your own? I think of stressful situations in emergency services, medical, rescue, fire, and law enforcement. Then there’s delivery people, who are rushed to get all their deliveries done on time, regardless of the miles they must drive in order to do so. Whether you are at the top of the corporate ladder, or not, working under stress is a common part of the job description. We know that some stress creates productivity, but too much is not a good thing. Effective communication between supervisors and workers is the key to keeping things calm.

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LOOKING OUT FOR #1!

February 17, 2010

There aren’t many jobs in this world that don’t have a certain amount of risks involved. Sure, a steelworker has a more dangerous job than a secretary sitting behind a desk! But there are many hazards in even an office. Tripping over wires, file cabinet drawers being left out, are just a few of the dangers lurking in an office. It’s up to the individual to be safe.

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TO RESCUE HAITI

February 16, 2010

It goes without saying that the devastation of the earthquake Haiti experienced January 12th has touched everyone. The scenes that are described by the media can’t begin to show the true horror of what is being experienced by the persons who are victims, as well as those playing a part in their rescue. February 12th was set aside as a National Day of Prayer in Haiti, and the 12th through 15th as days of prayers to remember their loved ones.

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RAINY DAY DRIVING TIPS

February 12, 2010

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there are annually more than 450,000 injuries caused by crashes in adverse weather conditions, especially on slick pavements. Two key factors to be considered in order to avoid an accident while driving on rain-soaked highways or streets, are speed and visibility.

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STAY SAFE IN THE SNOW AND ICE

February 11, 2010

Most of the United States has been hit with extreme cold weather so far this winter, and it looks like it’s not ready to let up yet. Even in the far south, there’s been the danger of crops freezing. We southerners aren’t as accustomed to contending with snow and ice as those who live in the north. Driving on ice is a very dangerous “sport”, especially for persons who aren’t used to it!

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THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HAND PROTECTION

February 10, 2010

Gloves serve a very important purpose for almost all walks of life: the medical field, military, law enforcement, and industrial environments. They are necessary for certain jobs at home and many different sports. Best of all, they help us stay warm!

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WHY WE SHOULDN’T IGNORE CUTS AND SCRAPES

February 8, 2010

Getting cuts and scrapes are just a fact of life. Most of the time, they can be taken care of by cleaning them, using some antibiotic ointment on them, and covering them with a band-aid or gauze. Bacterial skin infections are common – some are simply annoying, yet others can be deadly. There’s a “super bug” lurking that sometimes gets into those cuts and causes serious problems. MRSA, or “staph infection,” is an antibiotic-resistant strain of bacteria that isn’t easy to overcome. Many times patients pick up this type of infection in hospitals.

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A SERIOUS THREAT

February 5, 2010

In November, the Texas Department of Public Safety released this warning to parents: Mexican cartels and gangs are recruiting in Texas schools and towns. This is true not only in Texas, but other states that share a border with Mexico. The Texas DPS is warning parents across the state to be aware of these violent organizations that are recruiting Texas youth in our schools and communities with the prospect of cars, money, and notoriety. They send the message that if they get caught, the sentence will be minimal.

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FOR NASCAR FANS IN 2010

February 2, 2010

It’s just about time to rev up your engines! NASCAR Series is about to kick off another season. It’s fun to watch the races, but are you aware of how much planning for the safety of the drivers and crews has been put into this sport? In the earlier days of racing, there was not as much emphasis put on safety, but following some high speed crashes that resulted in death, the industry has focused on everything from the construction of the cars to the gear the drivers and pit crews wear to ensure they are protected.

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WHAT’S THE FORECAST FOR FEBRUARY?

February 1, 2010

For Americans, February 2nd is Groundhog Day. All eyes in Pennsylvania are focused on Punxsutawney Phil to see if he sees his shadow, meaning we will have six more weeks of winter, or early spring if he doesn’t. It’s been a pretty tough winter so far; maybe he can let us know if we need to keep out the warm layers of clothes needed to protect us.

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