Hearing loss is a common problem in the workplace. OSHA states about 22 million workers experience hazardous noise levels annually and exposure to harmful chemicals affects the ears of over 30 million employees. Business paid over $1.5 million in penalties and $242 million in workers’ compensation...
Any operation which involves high temperatures, radiant heat, contact with hot objects, and strenuous activity can cause heat stress. Unfortunately, thousands of workers become ill, or die, from work-related heat exposure annually. Luckily, heat stress is preventable. By implementing proper measures, educating supervisors and employees, and...
Promoting wellness has a positive influence on individuals, the community, and the workplace. Luckily, much can be done to raise awareness, improve diet, and increase exercise. Here are a few suggestions to encourage people to work towards the common goal of improving health. Plan a Healthy...
Employers covered by the OSH Act must provide employees with “jobs and a place of employment free from recognized hazards causing, or are likely to cause, death or serious physical harm.” This includes compliance with OSHA statutes, standards, regulations, and others. Businesses that do not show...
According to the NFPA, non-residential fires occurred 136,000 times in 2015, causing $3.3 billion in damages, deaths, and injuries. Unfortunately, these numbers have not changed much in the past decade. Fire can severely impact productivity, ravage inventory, and cause very costly infrastructure damage. As well, claims...