Monthly Topic
Clear Paths, Safe Steps: Preventing Trips and Falls | April 2024
The safety topic for the month of April is Preventing Trips and Falls Trips, slips, and falls are among the most common workplace accidents, accounting for a significant number of injuries each year. These accidents can occur in any workplace setting – from offices to...
Severe Weather Preparedness | March 2024
The safety topic for the month of March is Severe Weather Preparedness Living in the Midwest means being prepared for unpredictable weather. Are you ready to handle inclement weather, at home or at work? Now is a better time than ever to prepare for severe weather...
Workplace Altercations | February 2024
The safety topic for the month of February is Workplace Altercations Are you prepared in the event of workplace violence? Though we work diligently to keep our facilities safe and secure, workplace violence can still happen anytime and anywhere. Each one of us should...
Winter Threats to Employee Safety | January 2024
Winter Threats to Employee Safety As the winter season begins to settle in, we encounter risks that come with the changing weather. Equipping yourself to confront the diverse challenges posed by severe cold and winter weather is essential for mitigating the potential...
Electrical Safety and Machine Guarding | December 2023
The safety topic for the month of December is electrical safety and machine guarding. In each of our facilities, we work with a lot of electrical equipment and heavy machinery, so it is critical that we know how to handle these pieces with care and caution. When we...
McPherson’s Haircut Challenge For Safety Awareness!
Several months ago, Matt Wilson, Josh Wedel, and Keith Briscoe at our Bridger Court location challenged the plant’s team members to remain accident-free for an extended period of time. If the facility could make it 180 days without a single accident, then each of the...
First Aid | November 2023
Our Waldsafe November topic is First Aid. Whether you are taking your initial First Aid training or refreshing your knowledge on the subject, it is a valuable skill to have – not only in the workplace, but in all employees’ personal lives. We encourage every team...
Safety Focus Annual OSHA Training Requirements | October 2023
As we approach the month of October, we would like to bring to your attention our next monthly safety topic. October is TOBA’s designated month to complete our annual Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training requirements. These mandatory training...
National Preparedness Month | September 2023
September is National Preparedness Month. This month is a good time to develop and/or review the safety plan you have in place both at work and at home. Important situations to cover include fire, tornado, ammonia leak, and active shooter. Taking the time to discuss...