Safety ShoutOut: Brian McGuire
Feb 13, 2019It's never too early to make a difference! Locate tech trainee Brian McGuire learned that one of his first days on the job. During training, Brian smelled gas at the home he was locating . He...
DYK: In the Trenches
May 01, 2019An unprotected trench is an early grave.
DYK: Driving in Hail
May 08, 20195 Steps to Avoid and Report Hail Damages
DYK: Tick Removal
May 15, 2019Little issues that can cause HUGE problems.
DYK: Personal Emergency Preparedness
May 29, 2019Safety is as important at home, as it is at work. Is your family prepared for a serious emergency?
DYK: Street Flooding
Jun 05, 2019Trucks are not boats - 6" of water can be the difference between "okay" and stalling - or stalling and floating.
DYK: How to Avoid Poison Oak/Ivy/Sumac
Jun 19, 2019If you get Poison Oak/Ivy/Sumac - ASK YOUR SUPERVISOR for ZANFEL!
DYK: Foot Taping for Plantar Fasciitis
Jun 29, 2019It's not easy to walk a mile in your shoes... take care of your feet!
DYK: Sprain and Strain Prevention
Jul 11, 2019Four minutes a day can save years of pain!
DYK: Importance of Hydration
Jul 12, 2019You've heard it before and you'll hear it again... also when and how to contact Medcor Nurse Hotline!
DYK: Handhole Safety Tips
Jul 17, 2019"Handy" Handhole Quick Tips
DYK: Injury-Proof Your Joints
Jul 24, 2019You're only as strong as your weakest link - and for locators, it's usually your joints.
DYK: How to Lace Shoes
Jul 31, 2019They taught you how to tie your shoes - but did they teach you how to lace them? Simple fixes for common issues that affect your feet.
DYK: School Bus Stops
Aug 08, 2019When a bus stops - ALL vehicles must STOP. Be an example to other drivers around you that may not be paying attention.
DYK: Heat-Related Illness
Aug 14, 2019Heat Exhaustion OR Heat Stroke? Know the difference, know what to do.
DYK: How Distracted are YOU?
Aug 21, 2019Do "safe" technologies actually increase your risk of distracted driving?
DYK: Deer-Vehicle Collisions
Aug 29, 2019Deer-Vehicle Collisions occur most often between October and December
DYK: What is a Bump Test?
Sep 16, 2019Rely on your actions - not a machine. We can replace faulty equipment, but we can't replace you.
DYK: Manhole Covers
Sep 18, 2019Manhole covers are round for a reason - find out why and what to do if you see a manhole/handhole that has a missing or unsecured cover.
DYK: Multitasking Myth
Oct 02, 2019Myth vs. Reality: Distracted Driving