Most workers have learned about the classic signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses. But new research from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has provided new information...
Each day, approximately 2,000 workers require medical treatment for workplace eye injuries. These injuries are most often caused by small flying particles, falling objects, and sparks that strike the eye....
According to Northwestern National Life, one-fourth of employees view their jobs as the number one stressor in their lives. Yet, workplace stress is often overlooked as a serious safety concern....
According to the 2016 Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index, overexertion is the leading cause of workplace injuries in the U.S., accounting for 24% of the total nonfatal injuries. Overexertion injuries...
When it comes to workplace accidents and injuries, most workers think, “It won’t happen to me.” Yet every day, approximately 13 workers are killed on the job and many more...