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Making the Safety Connection: The Impact of Total Well-Being in the Workplace
Holistic worker wellness isn’t a passing trend – it’s a critical component of workplace safety and strong organizational performance. Utility workers perform essential tasks that touch millions of lives every day. The critical nature of the services they provide...
Using the Prediction Model to Prevent Incidents and Near-Misses
Crews who consistently discuss their safety concerns before work begins create more opportunities to mitigate or eliminate hazards. As someone employed in the electric utility industry, would you be willing to consider that there may be incident prevention strategies...
Wildfire Preparedness from Coast to Coast
Wildfires pose a growing threat across the U.S., requiring utilities nationwide — not just on the West Coast — to adopt proactive measures. When thinking about wildfire risk, New England is probably not the first region that comes to mind. These events are more...
NOAA predicts above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season
NOAA’s outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, which goes from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 30% chance of a near-normal season, a 60% chance of an above-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season.
Beyond the ABCs: Fall Protection for Unique Tasks
Effective worker protection demands precise equipment selection, thorough worker training and well-rehearsed rescue procedures. The electric transmission and distribution (T&D) industry often requires work in challenging environments. Whether crew members access...
The Lineman Hammer: For When You Need to Hit Something
In addition to the improved durability brought about by better materials, many modern lineman hammers offer bonus features designed for activities such as J-Hook removal or staple pulling. There are options for smooth or milled striking faces depending on what is being struck. There are fiberglass, wood, and solid steel handles. But at its core, the lineman hammer is all about striking objects to make them move. And as any lineman could tell you, a hammer is much more effective than your fist at driving hardware into poles.