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Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Logging sites can be busy environments with constantly moving equipment, falling trees, & uneven terrain. Workers should remain alert & avoid distractions, maintain eye contact with machine operators, & keep out of equipment swing zones.

Members of the Claims team recently volunteered at Bluegrass Care Navigators, making diamond suncatchers for Hospice patients. Our friends at Bluegrass Care Navigators are always a joy to work with, & we had a lot of fun! 😊 #worksafe #serveothers #BluegrassCareNavigators

Spreading a little ❤️ & a lot of sandwiches Our Finance team had a great time volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House in Lexington, making sandwiches & cookies for families staying there. So grateful for the chance to give back! #worksafe #serveothers #RonaldMcDonaldHouse

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Ensure safety when using knives in a commercial kitchen, and don’t lose a finger! Use the correct knife for the job. • Use only sharp knives. • Handle knives correctly. • Cut away from your body. • Wear cut-resistant gloves.

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Sawmill machinery poses a variety of potential hazards for workers, including cuts, amputations, &flying debris. Ensure all machines are adequately guarded. Never remove or bypass guards or safety devices, even if it speeds up the process.

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: The retail industry is one of the oldest, largest, and most important sectors in the American economy. Ergonomics plays a huge role in keeping employees safe. Always report symptoms early and injuries when they occur! worksafeky.com/safety-resourc…

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Only trained employees should use portable fire extinguishers for early-stage fires. Follow PASS acronym: Pull the pin. Aim hose at base of fire. Squeeze handle. Sweep hose back & forth until fire is extinguished. Always back away from fire.

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: A confined space is defined as a space that is large enough for an employee to enter, has restricted means of entry or exit, & is not designed for continuous employee occupancy. Visit osha.gov and worksafeky.com/safety-resourc….

The Volunteer Committee enjoyed an afternoon of service at the AMEN House food pantry in Georgetown today. We loved connecting with one another while lending a hand to AMEN House’s BOLD mission of ending hunger in Scott County. #worksafe #serveothers #endhunger #amenhouse

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: When operating a chainsaw, the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) is critical: head, eye/face, leg, foot, hand, and hearing protection. Make sure to inspect all PPE prior to each use. worksafeky.com/chain-saw-safe… #worksafe #workplacesafety

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: By following a mine’s ventilation plan, we can create a healthier workplace. worksafeky.com/safety-resourc… #worksafe #workplacesafety #safetyfirst #workplacesafetytips #SafetyIsNoAccident #minesafety #minedustcontrol #safetytraining #healthandsafety

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Falling from portable ladders (step, straight, combination, and extension) is one of the leading causes of occupational fatalities and injuries. Find ladder safety tips at worksafeky.com/safety-resourc…. #worksafe #workplacesafety #laddersafety

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: The use of bucket trucks is a daily occurrence in the utilities industry. See safety tips at: worksafeky.com/aerial-lift-sa… or worksafeky.com/safety-resourc… and click on Aerial Lift Inspection Checklist. #worksafe #workplacesafety #BucketTruck

CLARK Material Handling Company, congratulations on receiving your 9th Destiny Award for Workplace Safety! This award recognizes dedication to cultivating a culture where every employee actively contributes to maintaining a safe workplace. #worksafe #CLARKMaterialHandling

Hinkle Holding Company LLC, congratulations on your proactive approach to safety and your stellar record, which demonstrates your commitment to keeping workers safe! We were honored to be with everyone to present your fourth Destiny Award for Workplace Safety. #worksafe

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: To avoid back injury in the health care industry when lifting patients, (1) use mechanical lifting devices, (2) practice the team lift/patient transfer approach, and (3) do not go it alone. #worksafe #HealthCare #avoidbackinjury

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Burn injuries are common in food service & hospitality, especially for new workers. Use aprons, oven mitts, & pot holders. Allow hot items under pressure to cool before opening. Use lids as a shield & stand to the side when removing them.

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is important in most every profession, but particularly in the utilities industry. Always inspect PPE prior to use for damage & discard & replace it immediately if damage is identified.

Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Fatigue is one of the leading causes of accidents in trucking. Drivers should follow regulated hours of service, take breaks, and never push beyond safe limits. Adequate sleep, healthy meals, and hydration also improve focus and reaction times.

KEMI teammates volunteered several days with The Salvation Army Angel Tree, marking 15 years we’ve had the opportunity to assist in sorting & packaging gifts for children in the community. Helping spread cheer during the holidays is such a joy! #worksafe #TheSalvationArmy