Protect Yourself -- Make Time for LOTO!
A factory worker was injured when his head and neck became trapped in a packaging machine. The accident happened at the factory of Cromar Building Products, Ltd. Glyn Addison was working on a packaging machine when he was injured. The machine was designed to wrap and seal rolls of roof felt with polythene. During its use, the machine became blocked and Mr. Addison attempted to fix the fault himself by reaching under the conveyor to free some of the polythene that had become trapped.
However, as he was doing this, the ram that pushed rolls of felt into the machine moved and trapped his head and neck against the frame of the machinery. Luckily colleagues noticed this and managed to free his head from the ram. He did however suffer injury in the incident. Mr. Addison suffered nerve damage to his neck and shoulder in the accident. These injuries have left him unable to work since for the past 18 months. An investigation into the accident found that employees regularly walked in-between gaps in the machine so that they could clear blockages. The company was therefore fined… Change is always an option – if you can’t change the Culture, you may want to change jobs! You won’t do the family any good by getting injured.
Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful. -John Wooden
Work Safely because You Can’t Count on Luck
How many times in your life (on or off the job) have you said to yourself, "Wow that was a close call!?"
No matter what do or where you work, accidents can happen especially when someone cuts corners or takes unnecessary risk. That's why we all need to remember Safety first—Safety Always! You have to plan your work and perform each task safely because you can’t count on luck!
Review the task and identify the associated risks, communicate those risks to team members, then develop a strategy to mitigate the risks so the task can be performed safely.
A Few Ways to Increase Brain Power
Use your brain. You also need to exercise your mind. The more you do to keep your mind sharp, the better your level of memory and creativity. Exercise your mind by brainstorming, working word puzzles, playing games like chess or bridge, or performing mathematical tasks.
Get moving. Regular exercise can play an essential role in improving brainpower. Older adults tend to benefit more than their younger counterparts, possibly because older adults have more to gain with respect to cognitive function.
Avoid ‘‘bad’’ fats. A diet high in saturated fats can have a negative effect on brainpower. Consuming omega-3 fats has been associated with improved brain function, reduced memory loss, and less cognitive decline.
Limit Alcohol Intake. Consuming too much alcohol can impair brainpower by contributing to brain atrophy, which is linked to memory loss and impaired cognition.
Associate with positive individuals. Avoid naysayers. Being with positive people and those who encourage you will enhance your level of creativity. Negativity stifles brainpower.
Chill out. Don’t let the small stuff bother you – it can prevent you from concentrating fully. Learn to relax to think more clearly and have better focus and recall.
Take control of your life. You have control over your surroundings, make good choices and accept the responsibility for the consequences. People who feel they have no control tend to be more depressed.
Try something new. New experience can enhance your ability and willingness to think inventively. And don’t be afraid of making mistakes Think of mistakes as simply being an opportunity to learn.
Engage your inner child. To spur your sense of creativity, be a kid at heart. Take time to daydream from time to time in order to stimulate a stream of mental activity.
Expand your world. Don’t limit yourself to a narrow channel of seeing and thinking about things in a singular way. Try to think in new ways, consider other viewpoints, and develop other interests. Read, read, read, read, and then read some more. Source: Fitness.com
Lighten up
What did one ball say to the other ball? Nothing - he just looked round!
Why were all the ink spots crying? Because their father was in the pen!
A factory worker was injured when his head and neck became trapped in a packaging machine. The accident happened at the factory of Cromar Building Products, Ltd. Glyn Addison was working on a packaging machine when he was injured. The machine was designed to wrap and seal rolls of roof felt with polythene. During its use, the machine became blocked and Mr. Addison attempted to fix the fault himself by reaching under the conveyor to free some of the polythene that had become trapped.
However, as he was doing this, the ram that pushed rolls of felt into the machine moved and trapped his head and neck against the frame of the machinery. Luckily colleagues noticed this and managed to free his head from the ram. He did however suffer injury in the incident. Mr. Addison suffered nerve damage to his neck and shoulder in the accident. These injuries have left him unable to work since for the past 18 months. An investigation into the accident found that employees regularly walked in-between gaps in the machine so that they could clear blockages. The company was therefore fined… Change is always an option – if you can’t change the Culture, you may want to change jobs! You won’t do the family any good by getting injured.
Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful. -John Wooden
Work Safely because You Can’t Count on Luck
How many times in your life (on or off the job) have you said to yourself, "Wow that was a close call!?"
No matter what do or where you work, accidents can happen especially when someone cuts corners or takes unnecessary risk. That's why we all need to remember Safety first—Safety Always! You have to plan your work and perform each task safely because you can’t count on luck!
Review the task and identify the associated risks, communicate those risks to team members, then develop a strategy to mitigate the risks so the task can be performed safely.
A Few Ways to Increase Brain Power
Use your brain. You also need to exercise your mind. The more you do to keep your mind sharp, the better your level of memory and creativity. Exercise your mind by brainstorming, working word puzzles, playing games like chess or bridge, or performing mathematical tasks.
Get moving. Regular exercise can play an essential role in improving brainpower. Older adults tend to benefit more than their younger counterparts, possibly because older adults have more to gain with respect to cognitive function.
Avoid ‘‘bad’’ fats. A diet high in saturated fats can have a negative effect on brainpower. Consuming omega-3 fats has been associated with improved brain function, reduced memory loss, and less cognitive decline.
Limit Alcohol Intake. Consuming too much alcohol can impair brainpower by contributing to brain atrophy, which is linked to memory loss and impaired cognition.
Associate with positive individuals. Avoid naysayers. Being with positive people and those who encourage you will enhance your level of creativity. Negativity stifles brainpower.
Chill out. Don’t let the small stuff bother you – it can prevent you from concentrating fully. Learn to relax to think more clearly and have better focus and recall.
Take control of your life. You have control over your surroundings, make good choices and accept the responsibility for the consequences. People who feel they have no control tend to be more depressed.
Try something new. New experience can enhance your ability and willingness to think inventively. And don’t be afraid of making mistakes Think of mistakes as simply being an opportunity to learn.
Engage your inner child. To spur your sense of creativity, be a kid at heart. Take time to daydream from time to time in order to stimulate a stream of mental activity.
Expand your world. Don’t limit yourself to a narrow channel of seeing and thinking about things in a singular way. Try to think in new ways, consider other viewpoints, and develop other interests. Read, read, read, read, and then read some more. Source: Fitness.com
Lighten up
What did one ball say to the other ball? Nothing - he just looked round!
Why were all the ink spots crying? Because their father was in the pen!
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