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Guide to personal protective equipment (PPE)

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Nov 14, 20195 min read

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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Oct 30, 20193 min read

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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Oct 14, 20192 min read

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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How to stay safe around chemical drain openers

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Sep 30, 20193 min read

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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Sep 17, 20193 min read

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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Sep 3, 20195 min read

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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Stay healthy when working in sewers & drain cleaning

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Aug 15, 20192 min read

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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10 rules to live by for sewer & drain cleaners

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Aug 2, 20191 min read

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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What are the major hazards for sewer and drain cleaners?

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Jul 18, 20192 min read

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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Tips on Drain Cleaning Machine Maintenance

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Jul 11, 20192 min read

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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Jul 1, 20193 min read

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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Ways to Protect Against Electrical Shock

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Jun 24, 20193 min read

Ways to Protect Against Electrical Shock

Stay safe and reduce the risk of electrical shock by following these safety precautions.

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Jun 29, 20182 min read

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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Plumbing Tricks of the Trade: How to Mentor the Next Generation

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Jun 19, 20185 min read

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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Why Should You Consider a Career in Drain Cleaning?

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Jun 12, 20183 min read

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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How to Avoid Electrical Shock During Any Drain Cleaning Job

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Jun 4, 20183 min read

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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Plumbing Business Tip: Strategies for Effective Local Marketing

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Jun 1, 20186 min read

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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May 29, 20182 min read

Let's Appreciate Modern Plumbing

Although we take modern plumbing for granted, it hasn't been around very long.

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11 Ways to Build a Great Reputation as a Contractor

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May 27, 20184 min read

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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