Construction sites can be a great place to work but the speed in which events happen, as well as many different safety hazards, make heavy equipment construction safety a top priority.
The safe operation of equipment and the safety of your employees is why Equipment World created the Safety Corner. All of the safety information presented here is for general information only. Please contact OSHA for detailed safety information.
Each Safety Watch listed here has the Safety message in English and in Spanish. Feel free to print these and use them in safety meetings, presentations and training.
January 2012
HIDDEN DANGERS | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Invisible vapors can be deadly when welding.
December 2011
IN HARM’S WAY | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Avert danger by knowing where moving equipment is at all times.
November 2011
SAFE HAULING | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Learn your load limits when trailering heavy equipment.
October 2011
KNOW YOUR LIMITS | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Don’t work on equipment unless you have the proper training.
September 2011
PROTECT YOURSELF | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Using personal protective equipment can save you from a variety of injuries.
August 2011
UNSAFE OPENINGS | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Don’t risk falling when working above ground.
July 2011
DON’T GET PINNED| ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Safe operation starts with the basics.
June 2011
ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Recognize, evaluate and control hazards to stay safe.
May 2011
CAREFUL COMPACTION | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Ignoring safety procedures could be a costly mistake.
April 2011
LOOK OUT | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Every month, at least one construction worker is killed when backed over by a construction vehicle in a work zone.
March 2011
WORK ZONE WOES | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
The busier the zone, the greater the risk.
February 2011
TREACHEROUS TRENCHING | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Knowing the guidlines keeps you out of harm’s way.
January 2011
IN A TIGHT SPOT | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
A backhoe’s swing radius is a dangerous spot to be in.
December 2010
TIRE TROUBLES | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Learning to properly work on and around tire assemblies can prevent explosions.
November 2010
DEMOLITION DANGER | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Know what you’re getting into before you begin.
October 2010
ALERT AND AWARE | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Know what’s around you – amd behind you – at all times.
September 2010
TRICKY TRANSPORT | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Hauling equipment safely means more than just load-and-go.
August 2010
UP IN THE AIR | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Construction falls are all too common – and all too deadly.
July 2010
WELDING WORRIES | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Things you can’t see can kill you.
June 2010
IN THE TRENCHES | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
One of the most preventable accidents can also be the deadliest.
May 2010
CAREFUL COMPACTION | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Ignoring safety procedures could be a costly mistake.
April 2010
LOOK OUT | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Every month, at least one construction worker is killed when backed over by a construction vehicle in a work zone.
March 2010
OFF, NOT IDLING | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
If you leave a backhoe for any reason, make sure the machine is completely turned off.
February 2010
WHY GAMBLE? | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
You have a wealth of choices when it comes to protecting your eyes.
December 2009
KEEP YOUR BALANCE | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Make sure all portable ladders – whether manufacturer or job-made – are all secure in the right position.
November 2009
STAY PUT | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
You’re safer inside a tipping forklift than outside.
August 2009
HANDLING HEAT | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Beat dehydration by drinking water and knowing when to take a break.
July 2009
HEAVY LOAD | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Trailer overloading may harm both your load and the traffic around you.
June 2009
HANDLE WITH CAUTION | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Asphalt paving is a carefully choreographed operation where attention to detail is critical.
May 2009
YOU CAN’T RUN FAST ENOUGH | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Pay attention to jobsite flammable, combustible fluid handling.
April 2009
GRAVITY SHIFTS | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Take extra care when using a skid steer on a slope.
March 2009
STAY IN CONTROL | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
The personal fall protection required on a boom aerial lifts ensures you don’t take a fall.
February 2009
KEEP YOUR BALANCE | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Moving materials with a backhoe calls for extreme care.
January 2009
DANGER ZONE | ENGLISH | SPANISH |
Stand clear of an excavator’s swing pivot area.