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Safety Tips for 4th of July

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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY from KAMELO ! That means fireworks!! Here are some safety tips on how to stay safe when dealing with sparklers: ▶Statistics show that sparklers cause about 75% of the firework-related injuries in the U.S. Sparklers burn at extreme temperatures, up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. It is hotter than a blowtorch! It's usually young children who get burned so make sure kids are under supervision around fire crackers, fireworks, or any type of sparklers. Handle the sparkler only by the non-burning tip, never touch the burning tip, and when finished, drop it on a non-flammable surface such as the pavement and douse it in water before throwing it away in the trash to make sure that it is completely off from fire. ▶Never light a firecracker while holding it in your hand. Instead, light it on a non-burning surface like the pavement. This is a much smarter, safe, and the best way to light a firecracker. ...

How to Treat Thermal Burns

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If you're not wearing the correct type of gear when welding or doing any job where you are exposed to extreme heat, there are times when you may burn yourself. Here are some tips on how to handle burns properly: First, there are 3 types of burns: ▶ First-degree burns are mild burns that damage only the outer layer of skin. They cause reddening on the outer layer of skin. ▶ Second-degree burns damage the outer layer of skin as well as the layer underneath. They cause redness, swelling, as well as blistering. ▶ Third-degree burns damage or may even permanently destroy the deepest layer of skin as well as the tissues underneath. These are the most severe type of burns that require immediate medical attention. They result in white or blackened, charred skin that may be numb. picture from: google.com To treat first-degree burns , you want to immediately run cold water over the burned area to cool down the skin and to prevent any further dama...

TIPS to Improve Safety on Your Construction Site

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Construction sites are commonly seen in our daily lives whether it's road construction or building construction, this particular industry it is one of the largest business sectors in North America. As easy as it is to encounter one in our everyday lives, accidents on construction sites are very common. Statistics show that one in ten construction workers are injured every year with 5.4 hand injuries on average per 100 employees annually. Cuts and lacerations was the most reported injury with bruises from impacts being the second most common. Over the course of a 45-year career, a construction worker has a 1 in 200 chance of dying. Therefore, workers need to make safety their number one priority making sure that the site is in a condition with lowest chance of any possible accidents. They also need to make sure they're wearing the right gear to protect themselves from any risks while on the job. Here are some tips to improve safety on your site: 1. ...