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SAFETY MOMENT: Leave yourself an ‘out’ on the road

At Seneca Meadows we have traffic flow plans and patterns in place along with maps that identify potential “hot zones” where there is a higher potential for dangerous situations. We also train our team to ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Walk like a penguin in icy conditions

Our team finds continued success with our number one value of safety every day with several constant behaviors. One of those behaviors is repeating fundamental concepts in safety meetings and team huddles, and this time ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Controlling what you can during the winter months

At Seneca Meadows, our core focus on safety is what we can control. We cannot control the seasonal weather hazards or the number of hours of daylight, but we can control our safe behaviors. We also ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Fire prevention starts with planning

Cooler weather is here and as we begin to heat our homes and workspaces, it is the perfect time to be mindful of fire prevention. Fire prevention should focus on specific behaviors in the workplace ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Stay hydrated in the heat

According to the National Weather Service climate prediction center, the 30-day forecast is leaning toward higher than normal temperatures. As our team stays focused on each other's safety, this August we are on high alert for ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Distracted Driving – It Can Wait

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 3,275 people were killed and 324,819 people were injured in 2023 by distracted driving. Texting and driving get the headline, but it is not the only risky ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Wildfire prevention month is March

March is Wildfire Prevention Month, and while wildfires in New York have not been as destructive as other wildfires in the country, it is important to recognize the risks in our rural Finger Lakes communities ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Adjust to changing weather conditions

One minute the weather is bitter blustery cold, the next it is rainy, and the roller coaster weather patterns of warm to cold and back to warm persist. The Seneca Meadows team is always ready to ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Cold Stress Prevention

On our essential work site we are always on high alert and we watch out for each other, and even more so this time of year so our team can prevent cold stress. Cold stress ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Staying safe on the roads in winter

This time of year, our morning safety huddles often focus on weather-related safety behaviors—especially when operating equipment and vehicles. While many of these are work-specific, the following tips apply anywhere: Take a few moments to ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Adjusting to reduced daylight hours

At Seneca Meadows, we consistently work at being extremely focused on our path of travel, walking or driving, and taking it slower during the dark hours of the workday. This time of year it is dark ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Driving around school zones now that it’s fall!

Keeping our minds on our path and focusing on the safest path are key behaviors for safely operating at the landfill. There are times throughout the year where we alter traffic patterns at the landfill for ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Hydrate in the Heat

With safety as our number one core value, we are always watching out for each other. We want to make sure that at the end of every work day, our team goes home to their ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Fall prevention when working around the house or work site

According to OSHA falls are the leading cause of death in construction. We understand how to keep our team safe, encourage safe behaviors and help our team adhere to fall protection requirements. Whether it be ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Back to school time means more care on local roads

At our facility traffic patterns change from time to time, and we take time to recognize these changes and take extra care to ensure everyone understands the new traffic and traffic patterns. The school year ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Leave yourself an ‘out’ when approaching dangerous situation

At Seneca Meadows we have traffic flow plans and patterns in place along with maps that identify potential “hot zones” where there is a higher potential for dangerous situations. We also train our team to ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Preventing slips, trips, and falls on the worksite

On our essential work site we are consistently working to ensure complete safety for each other, our customers, vendors, site visitors and our neighbors. Preventing slips, trips and falls is one of the many behaviors ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Working outdoors in the winter? Take some precautions

Editor's Note: Safety Moment is a monthly feature by Kyle Black of Seneca Meadows. On our essential work site we are always on high alert and we watch out for each other, and even more ... more
SAFETY MOMENT: Potential hazards around blind spots

Editor's Note: The following is a monthly feature written by Kyle Black from Seneca Meadows. At large facilities such as Seneca Meadows, there is always a potential hazard lurking around a blind spot. We have ... more

