05/06/2025
Happy Tuesday! Here is this week’s :60 Seconds for Safety message, brought to you by our parent company, MYR Group Inc.
Let’s talk about how to prevent “Struck By” injuries.
These are the most common types of incidents seen on the job site, so there’s no such thing as too many refreshers.
“Struck By” means getting hit by something — tools, equipment, machinery, vehicles — anything that moves with force. These injuries are serious and preventable.
Here’s how to prevent them:
1️⃣ Identify hazards during your daily tailboard. Look for anything that could move, fall, swing, or roll — especially high-energy sources.
2️⃣ Ask: Are there Direct Controls in place? For each hazard, check for safeguards that are specifically designed to protect you from that hazard and will prevent exposure if used correctly. If a hazard doesn’t have a Direct Control, stop and find a solution before work starts.
Let’s look out for each other, stay alert, and stay safe. 🦺
At High Country, Safety is Life.