Lightning






Lightning is a dangerous natural force. Lightning strikes can cause serious injuries or death when workers are outdoors during thunderstorms. While lightning is often overlooked as an occupational hazard, awareness about lightning hazards is critical to ensure workers’ safety. This safety topic reviews lightning hazards and safety recommendations for outdoor workers provided by OSHA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).


Long Version - 6 pages

Long Version - 6 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Fast Version - 1 page

Fast Version - 1 page

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet



Lightning, Construction

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Weeklysafety.com exclusive safety meeting topic that reviews lightning hazards construction workers may face on the job and safety recommendations for outdoor workers provided by OSHA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).