South Beach Facts
This endangered bird can be seen nesting on nearby Beaches from March through September
What is the Snowy Plover
Oregon’s beaches are protected nesting grounds for a small shorebird called the western snowy plover.
This is what the term "PPE" stands for
What is "Personal Protective Equipment"
This is the leading cause of Traffic Related fatalities in the United States
What is Speeding
On average, over 37,000 people are killed in speeding-related crashes every year, accounting for 10% of total traffic deaths.
Yet, 25% of US based drivers admit to speeding in the last month
These are the leading cause of Slips, Trips, and Falls in the workplace
What are wet or slippery floors
These the leading cause of STFs in workplaces, accounting for 28% of STF incidents
This sweetener, used since ancient times, never spoils
What is Honey
In 2015, Archeologists discovered Honey while excavating Egyptian tombs that was still edible. High amounts of sugar and the inclusion of natural Hydrogen Peroxide inhibit microbes from growing within it
This Natural Area just south of Newport boasts over 5 miles of hiking trails and 3 miles of navigable waterways for the public to explore
What is Brian Booth/Beaver Creek
True or False:
For quick tasks, PPE is not required.
What is False
Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, and even quick or small tasks can present hazards. Wearing PPE is essential for all related job activities to help prevent injuries regardless of the job duration.
When exiting my vehicle, I use this to ensure it does not drive away
What is Parking Brake/ E-Brake
If a parking brake is not set, the vehicle can slip out of gear or simply roll away from it's intended parking space
This is something I can put on walkways on cold mornings to prevent Slips, Trips, and Falls
What is Ice-Melt or De-icer
Deicer is stored on the Wood Bin, Booth, and Shop Bay with Washer/Dryer
This is the happiest country on Earth
What is Finland
According to the World Happiness Report, it has been for six years in a row. It’s not really surprising, given that Finland is the home of Santa Claus, reindeer and one sauna for every 1.59 people.
Including Yurts, this many campsites are in South Beach State Park
What is 314 Sites!
27 Yurts, 60 Tent Sites, and 227 Standard RV Sites
True or False:
PPE doesn’t need to be inspected regularly if it appears to be in good condition.
What is False
Signs of damage aren’t always clearly visible. Regular, thorough inspections are necessary to help identify any wear, damage or other issues that could compromise the PPE’s effectiveness.
When backing a vehicle, this person is responsible for getting out of the vehicle and assisting the driver
What is the passenger
Whether a dump truck or a golf cart, towing a trailer or not, at OPRD the passenger is REQUIRED to step out of the vehicle and assist the driver with backing
Slips, Trips, and Falls make up this percentage of all workplace related injuries
What is 20 percent
Slips, trips, and falls account for over 20% of all nonfatal workplace injuries, making them a leading cause of job-related incidents. They cause 15% of all accidental deaths, and are second only to motor vehicles as a cause of fatalities.
Known for their bright colors, this type of brick can withstand compression better than concrete
What is a LEGO Brick
An ordinary plastic LEGO brick is able to support the weight of 375,000 other bricks before it fails. This, theoretically, would let you build a tower nearing 3.5km in height.
Newport's South Jetty was constructed in this year, the same year William McKinley was elected to office
What is 1896
The same year of the revival of the modern Olympic games in Athens, Greece
I am headed to the Jetty to weed eat around the Rocks. This is something I can wear to protect my eyes
What are Safety Glasses/Goggles
According to OSHA, proper safety eyewear can prevent 90% of eye injuries. Not only does this include eye injuries that can occur at work, but it also encompasses other situations where you should be wearing safety eyewear!
This type of driving is just as dangerous as drunk driving
What is driving while tired
Both conditions slow reaction times and affect alertness and decision-making. In controlled studies where researchers were able to measure the amount of sleep deprivation, drunk and drowsy driving both result in a similar amount of crashes.
This type of footwear keeps all my toesies nice and safe
What are closed- toe shoes
Gotta protect them dogs!
20 percent of humans on Earth are able to distinctly smell this 6 legged creature
What is an ant
Ants communicate through pheromones, which emit a distinct musty/Chemical odor noticeable to 20% of people that are sensitive to it
This is how many Volunteer Hours Hosts Contribute to the South Beach Management Unit every year
17, 280 Hours
Equivalent to over 700 Days here on Earth
I am headed to Hedge the bushes on the Cooper Ridge trail. This is an additional piece of safety wear I can use to protect my legs
What are Hedging/Hedge Trimmer Chaps
Flexible but hard materials (like plastic) within the chaps prevent cutting blades from digging into your legs and lower body
Doing this while driving slows reaction time by up to 36 percent
What is Texting while Driving
Texting while driving slows reaction time by 36%, which is similar to driving with a 0.08% BAC
Falls result in this number of emergency department visits annually in the U.S.
What is 3.5 million
That's over 9,800 ER Visits per day!
This champion plant of South Beach State Park can tell when it is about to rain
What is a Pine Tree
When Humidity rises and Barometric pressure falls, the cone's scales absorb moisture and fold inward, protecting the offspring until they can be dispersed in more favorable conditions