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Guide to personal protective equipment (PPE)
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is equipment worn to minimize exposure to a variety of hazards.
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IISPC
- Oct 30, 2019
- 3 min
Basic techniques for heavy lifting
You'll routinely need to lift heavy loads on the job. Get familiar with these basic lifting techniques so that you can do it safely.
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IISPC
- Oct 14, 2019
- 2 min
Safety tips for heavy lifting
Stay safe when lifting heavy loads! Follow these tips to prevent back pain and injury from lifting.
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IISPC
- Sep 30, 2019
- 3 min
How to stay safe around chemical drain openers
Chemical drain cleaners are a fact of life, but they can be dangerous. Be prepared to encounter them by following these safety tips.
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IISPC
- Sep 17, 2019
- 3 min
Steps to confined space safety
Confined space entry is dangerous. Thorough training, planning, and preparedness will allow your team to take it on safely.
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IISPC
- Sep 3, 2019
- 5 min
Know the dangers of confined spaces
You can minimize the risk to workers in confined spaces with careful planning and preparation, thorough training, and proper procedures.
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IISPC
- Aug 15, 2019
- 2 min
Stay healthy when working in sewers & drain cleaning
Let’s face it – sewer and drain cleaning is a dirty, nasty business. But precautions can be taken to minimize the risk of illness.
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IISPC
- Aug 2, 2019
- 1 min
10 rules to live by for sewer & drain cleaners
Every profession should have its 10 Commandments; the top 10 rules to live by. Here are our 10 commandments for sewer & drain cleaners.
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IISPC
- Jul 18, 2019
- 2 min
What are the major hazards for sewer and drain cleaners?
Any one of these hazards can cause injury or death. Be aware of all seven hazards while on the job and take every precaution to stay safe.
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IISPC
- Jul 11, 2019
- 2 min
Tips on Drain Cleaning Machine Maintenance
With regular care and maintenance, you can extend the life of your drain cleaning equipment.
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IISPC
- Jul 1, 2019
- 3 min
Knowledge is the Key to Trench Safety
Working in trenches is inherently dangerous. Read this list of information you should know for trench safety.
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IISPC
- Jun 24, 2019
- 3 min
Ways to Protect Against Electrical Shock
Stay safe and reduce the risk of electrical shock by following these safety precautions.
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IISPC
- Jun 29, 2018
- 2 min
Cable Machine Safety
Staying safe on the job is a drain cleaning technician's number-one priority. Follow these tips to use your cable machine safely.
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IISPC
- Jun 19, 2018
- 5 min
Plumbing Tricks of the Trade: How to Mentor the Next Generation
Learning on-the-job skills takes time, but even with shadowing, how can an established plumber make way for the next generation?
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IISPC
- Jun 12, 2018
- 3 min
Why Should You Consider a Career in Drain Cleaning?
Why should people consider a career in drain cleaning? That question is best answered by the people currently on the job.
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IISPC
- Jun 4, 2018
- 3 min
How to Avoid Electrical Shock During Any Drain Cleaning Job
Improperly wired electrical circuits can present unexpected jobsite dangers for the drain tech.
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IISPC
- Jun 1, 2018
- 6 min
Plumbing Business Tip: Strategies for Effective Local Marketing
Running a small business is full of challenges, and marketing a plumbing business can be one of the most difficult.
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IISPC
- May 29, 2018
- 2 min
Let's Appreciate Modern Plumbing
Although we take modern plumbing for granted, it hasn't been around very long.
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IISPC
- May 27, 2018
- 4 min
11 Ways to Build a Great Reputation as a Contractor
As a contractor, your reputation can make or break your business.
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