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Special Event for Safety in Roadway Work Zones
Each year, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) conduct National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) to bring attention to motorist and worker safety as well as encourage safe driving...Read Full Article
Working Outside? Tips to Protect Yourself Against Insect and Snake Bites
Reduce injuries and illness caused by insects and snakes by educating workers and providing appropriate protection. Below are tips from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that employers can share with work crews to help lower...Read Full Article
Four Considerations when Choosing Construction Lighting (and Other Options You Might Not Have Considered)
Portable temporary lighting is crucial to ensure safety on construction sites. Injuries and accidents increase during nighttime building projects when visibility is limited, and these risks increase on sites with environmental hazards, like falling...Read Full Article
How to Prevent Dropped Object Hazards: A Guide for Both Overhead and On-the-Ground Workers
Working at height comes with numerous risks. Falls are a commonly understood danger when working at height, but they’re not the only one. Dropped objects pose a serious hazard too, and don’t require much height to be lethal: an object of less than...Read Full Article
6 Questions to Help You Maintain and Inspect Your Eyewash Station
Our eyesight is invaluable, so it’s crucial to protect it, including on the job. In workplaces where employees are exposed to corrosive or caustic materials, eye injuries blind thousands annually. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration...Read Full Article
More Than Branding: Why Logoed Safety Garments Boost Construction Site Security
Construction sites are inherently busy and complex work zones where ensuring safety is paramount. Not only do you want to protect your team from people who aren’t authorized to be there, but you also don’t want the risk and liability associated with...Read Full Article
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Every March, Workplace Eye Wellness Month reminds us how vital it is to protect our eyes at work. Across the country, millions of people perform jobs where their sight is at risk. It’s not only flying debris and harsh chemicals that pose danger:...Read Full Article
How to Safeguard Against the Three Most Common Hazards for Railway Workers
Trains are one of the safest forms of travel, yet risk is still present for rail workers. The long shifts, complex machinery, and hazardous cargo involved make for a high-stress and high-stakes working environment. Strict adherence to best practices...Read Full Article
Gear Up and Save: How Employee Purchase Programs Can Revolutionize Your PPE Budget
No matter the number of people on your team, ordering their required protective equipment (PPE) in their individual sizes can be a headache. When you add in the time it takes to distribute the gear, the headache can mushroom into a migraine....Read Full Article
What are Windsocks Used For? Eight Types of Worksites Where Windsocks are Necessary
Industries from manufacturing to transportation thrive on the newest, most advanced equipment, but many of the most crucial, reliable items at many worksites are the simplest. One of these is the windsock. You’ve probably seen these conical, tapered...Read Full Article
We've Got Your Back... and Knees and Shoulders! Workplace Tips for a Strong Ergonomic Process
Ergonomics. We hear the term often. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) describes it as the process of “fitting the job to the person,” meaning using the principles of a safety and health program to address and reduce risk...Read Full Article
Three Outsole Factors That Will Help You Pick Your Ideal Work Footwear
The outsole plays several roles in shaping the best use of a work shoe or boot. It’s the supportive platform of footwear, providing stability, flexibility, and comfort. Its type and depth of tread determine its traction on different surfaces, and...Read Full Article
Gas Detection for Meat Processing Facilities
Ammonia, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen are three gases regularly found in meat processing plants. Aside from risk of explosion and fire, leaks can cause headaches, dizziness, breathing difficulties, skin irritation, asphyxiation, and elevated heart...Read Full Article
Your Hard Hat’s Best Friend on Cold Days
The wind howls and you can see your breath. Whether you’re working outside in the cold or inside without heat, when winter's grip tightens, you feel it! To ward off frostbite on the cheeks, chin, ears, and nose, it’s a good practice to protect your...Read Full Article
Three Overlooked Hazards in Oil and Gas Extraction
Oil and gas extraction (OGE) is one of the most dangerous industries for workers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that occupational fatality rates in this field are consistently higher than those in other industries....Read Full Article
Revealed: 4 Achievable Resolutions for 2024
Welcome to 2024! Did you set any New Year’s Resolutions? Love ‘em or hate ‘em, you might be surprised to learn that resolutions have a place at work. As we flip the calendar, our resolutions to better ourselves or our performance don’t have to be...Read Full Article
How to Prevent Runway Incursions and Keep Airport Ground Crews Safe
Airports are getting busier and busier, which makes runway traffic more complicated and dangerous for the teams that keep it all going. Not only are they responsible for ensuring a plane’s safety and readiness for flight, but their daily tasks...Read Full Article
Get Ready for OSHA’s Upcoming Recordkeeping and Reporting Changes
It’s almost here! The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced an amended occupational injury and wellness recordkeeping regulation earlier this year to require certain US employers to electronically submit their information,...Read Full Article
Winter Storm On The Way? Plan Now.
According to the National Weather Service, about 25 percent of injuries during winter storms result from being caught in the harsh weather. Employers can help workers prepare for emergencies by providing safety training and emergency...Read Full Article
The Top 7 Essential Safety Items for Your Fleet Vehicles
It’s pretty common for individuals to make sure their cars are prepared for emergencies and breakdowns, but what about fleet vehicles? Besides providing assistance to your drivers, well-maintained and equipped vehicles can strengthen your workplace...Read Full Article
What Do Sandpaper Grits and Grades Mean?
Grit size is an invaluable metric when finding the right abrasives for your project. Sandpaper that’s too coarse can damage or ruin a surface, while sandpaper that’s too fine will require extra effort and wastes sheets. Very often projects will make...Read Full Article
10 Easy Ways to Avoid Food Poisoning (Plus 1 Golden Rule)
Did you know that each year, 1 in 6 Americans becomes sick from food poisoning – that’s 48 million people! Food poisoning can happen to anyone, but people with compromised immune systems are particularly at risk of serious complications from it....Read Full Article
Know the Tell-Tale Signs of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Every year, accidental carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning kills at least 430 people and causes emergency room visits for approximately 100,000 people in the US, according to stats from the Centers for Disease Control. CO is found in fumes produced...Read Full Article
Are You Awake Enough to Drive?
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) reminds everyone how important it is to stay alert on roadways. Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, November 5-11, is dedicated to raising awareness and reducing accidents.Drowsy driving comes with a lot of risk,...Read Full Article
Two Invisible Hazards for Food Processing Workers
When we think about potential risks in the food processing industry, some are obvious: sharp objects, machinery, falls, cross-contamination, and chemicals. But not all dangers are so recognizable. These workers are often exposed to damaging levels...Read Full Article
