In the Pacific Northwest, our winter climate is mild compared to other parts of the country. However, there are still opportunities for additional weather related hazards in the workplace. Winter storms and unexpected blizzards can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice, and high winds. Due to these frigid conditions, there are a higher risk […]
Storage cabinets provide a safe and convenient means to store containers of liquids including those in safety cans. Key features for a good flammable and combustible liquids storage program are: Not more than 120 gallons of flammable or combustible liquids may be stored in a single cabinet. Not more than 60 of the 120 gallons […]
As the weather changes from season to season, each brings its own inherent risk. Below a few hazards during the summer months and what you can do to protect yourselves. Sun & Heat—Risks from sun and heat include sunstroke, dehydration, and sun burns. When heat poses a danger to you, make sure that you stay […]
A hydraulic accumulator is a pressure storage reservoir in which a non-compressible fluid is held under pressure by an external source. The external source can be a spring, a raised weight, or a compressed gas. The two most common types of accumulators are bladder and piston types. Before disassembling the accumulator, completely decompress the internal […]
Before any construction project that involves work with cranes can begin, engineers develop a safe-lifting plan. This includes marking a working radius around the crane and removing vehicles and other objects away from the fall area if possible. Making notes of overhead wires and structures, and generally making a plan before every day of lifting. […]
Safe work habits and a clean work environment are an integral part in creating a positive company culture. At Triad Machinery, we focus on providing a safe working environment for our employees (and customers). Below are 12 Shop Safety Guidelines All Personnel Should Always Follow. Safety glasses are required in shop area(s); never work without […]
Cranes of every size are rated for certain loads, angles of lifting, and other aspects of any lift – these factor into the crane ground bearing capacity. These crane rating manual load charts let an operator, rigger, and project manager know exactly what a crane is capable of. These standards help establish a safe lifting […]
Whether it’s involved in construction or demolition, industrial or agricultural, maintenance or repair, there are thousands of uses for cranes. From hoisting public utility crews for powerline service or lifting hundreds of tons of material hundreds of feet in the air, there’s a crane for every situation. However, not every crane can be used for […]
UPDATED FEB. 19, 2021: As Washington and Oregon Covid numbers thankfully continue to decline, we want to let our customers and partners know that Triad Machinery is fully operational. All six of our branch locations throughout the two states are fully staffed and ready to meet your crane, excavator, and forest machinery needs. However, we […]
When an emergency occurs, do you have a way of contacting your employees both during work hours and in the middle of the night? Your employees are a vested part of your business and hold valuable building and company information that may be vital should an emergency arise. In the event of a facility emergency […]
