Take the Opposite Action to Combat Anxiety Taking the “opposite action” is a skill whereby you make a deliberate attempt to act OPPOSITE of what your anxiety is urging you to do. By taking an “opposite action” step like smiling or dancing, you are actually...
Manual Handling Injury Prevention There are many injuries on the job caused by individuals moving objects by hand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that strains and sprains are the most prevalent type of injury on the job. While these types of injuries can be...
Signs of Anxiety and Anxiety Attacks Anxiety can show up as thoughts and feelings or as physical reactions. Feelings of worry and agitation or sensations like headaches or dizziness can all be signs of anxiety. Read more in English or...
The Danger of High Winds on a Construction Site Safety Minute Weather plays a huge role in our ability to work safely when working outdoors. While rain, snow, ice, and hot temperatures are often discussed, less focus is given to the hazards wind can create for...
Housekeeping in the Construction Industry Safety Minute Companies that hold general housekeeping of work areas to a high standard usually have a better safety culture than those companies that do not. Housekeeping is an important part of a robust safety program. Poor...
The Brain Under Threat When we perceive threat—physical or psychological—primitive parts of our brain react quickly to keep us safe. Our heart rate and blood pressure go up. We may become easily distracted and feel anxious, agitated or confused. Read more in English...
