A few tips on being prepared for our busiest time of year.
Know Your Knots
Learn how to tie a Bowline on a Bight.
Heat Tips
Tips for working outdoors in extreme heat conditions.
Important dates:
August 9, 2024
Transformer 2 ClassKnoxville
August 12-16, 2024
Intro to Distribution Class at SELCAT
August 14, 2024
First Aid & CPR Class, Moore Haven, FL
August 15-16, 2024
OSHA 10 Hour ET&D Class
August 19-23, 2024
EICA Crane Class at SELCAT
September 2, 2024
Office Closed for Labor Day
Basic Needs:
STORM
Storm season is upon us and this is a busy time of year for people who work in this trade. Being prepared ahead of time will help ease your mind so you are focused out there on the job! Here are a few tips to help you get prepared!!
Water! One gallon per person per day on average.
Food! Have several days of non-perishable food items ready.
Battery powered, or hand crank weather radio!
Flashlight and extra batteries.
First Aid Kit and any additional medical supplies you or your family may require.
Road Flares or another way to signal for help if needed.
2024
Alberto
Beryl
Chris
Debby
Ernesto
Francine
Gordon
Helene
Isaac
Joyce
Kirk
Leslie
Milton
Nadine
Oscar
Patty
Rafael
Sara
Tony
Valerie
William
KNOWYOURKNOTS.. KNOWYOURKNOTS.. KNOWYOURKNOTS.. Use this knot to tie a bowline in the middle of a line to secure, pull, or tie a line around an object.
Milwaukee Apprentice of the Month Nomination
Do you have an apprentice that has done something worthy of a little recognition? Big or Small? Yes?? Then scan one of the QR Codes above, or click/copy the link below, and nominate them to receive recognition and to possibly be selected for Milwaukee Tool’s Apprentice of the Month. If selected, the apprentice will receive a “goody” bag, similar to the one shown, receive media recognition, and be entered for a chance to win Milwaukee’s Apprentice of the Year at the Outside Apprenticeship Conference in 2025!If you have questions, please email Jennifer at jenniferg@selcat.com https://form.jotform.com/241153280943150
Insulated equipment shall be inspected for damage before each day’s use and immediately following any accident that might have caused damage
Insulating gloves shall be given an air test before each day’s use along with the inspection
Insulating equipment shall be cleaned as needed
Insulating equipment shall be stored so it is protected from light, temperature extremes, excessive humidity, ozone and other injurious substances and conditions
Protector gloves shall be worn over insulating gloves.
OUTSIDE SAFETY
WEATHER WEATHER WEATHER
HYDRATE!
Drink water before, during & after work!
The CDC recommends 8 oz. of water every 15-20 minutes, or 24 - 30 oz. per hour. Exceeding 48 oz. can put you at risk of a medical emergency if the concentration of salt in the blood becomes too low.
Heat Exhaustion!
Symptoms of heat exhaustion include headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, irritability, heavy sweatin, rapid pulse, and clammy skin.
Stop exertion, sit ot lie down in a cooler place and drink plenty of fluids with electrolytes. Cool the worker with a cold compress.
Heat Stroke!
Symptoms of heat stroke include fatigue, confusion, collapse, unconsciousness, seizures, excessive sweating or red, hot, dry skin. Call 911 immediately. Move the worker to a cool area and remove excess clothing. Fan air over patient while wetting their skin with water. Apply ice packs to arm pits, neck, groin, and back. Stay with worker until help arrives.
