Housekeeping practices play an important role in worker safety. Organized and clean work spaces can help reduce injuries and improve productivity. Here are some ways to improve housekeeping at work:...
Vibrating power tools, such as concrete breakers, sanders, grinders, hammer drills, chainsaws, and hedge trimmers, are staples in many job types. If you use vibrating power tools on the job,...
Heavy equipment is used in a variety of workplaces and occupations. Mistakes made when working near heavy equipment can cause devastating injuries and even death. Below are some tips to...
Did you know skin disease is the most common job-related illness? The skin is the largest organ of the body, and healthy skin forms a protective barrier that keeps out...
Rainy working conditions can create increased risk of injuries and accidents on the job. The rain can cause surfaces to be become slick and field of vision to be impaired....
Whenever possible, workers should avoid exposure to extreme cold. Extremely cold working environments can cause skin and body temperatures to drop, which can result in serious health problems and tissue...
Accidental carbon monoxide poisonings peak in the month of January. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas which can kill without warning. People experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning are often...
What are bloodborne pathogens? Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can causes serious illnesses and diseases, such as HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and malaria. Bloodborne pathogens...
Employees are often the first people to see the safety issues in the workplace. When a co-worker is working unsafely, there are many reasons why employees who witness the unsafe...