The Hows and Whys of Employee Orientation and Training
We take for granted the safety measures that have become second nature to us. But what's common sense for you might not be so familiar to new employees. New employees, even if they've been in the industry for years, may have never been taught proper safety procedures...
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Wildfire Preparedness For Your Business
We're about to enter wildfire season, especially in the West. Being prepared will help your company and your workers weather any unexpected wildfires that may affect your business. FEMA has released a comprehensive guide on surviving a wildfire. It includes a variety...
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June is National Safety Month: Free Resources You Can Use
Our work as safety instructors and employers is never done when it comes to educating workers on safety and ensuring that everyone is performing their tasks safely. According to National Safety Council, preventable deaths are now at over 130,000 per year – one...
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OSHA Helps Employers Keep the Heat Out of the Workplace
As we head into summer, it's the time of year when workers are the most vulnerable to heat-related illness. Elevated heat levels can overwhelm the body's natural cooling mechanisms, leading to life-threatening conditions. The good news is that by taking proper...
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3 Tips to Make Sure You’re Hiring Employees Who Value Safety
To have a strong safety culture, you’ve got to have employees who value it. While you can teach the importance of safety and inspire through your leadership, the easiest way to make sure your people value safety is to hire strategically. Here are three tips to hire...
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Help Prevent Office Injuries With OSHA’s Computer Workstations eTool
There's a heavy focus in the construction and manufacturing industries on avoiding OSHA's "fatal four" by providing the training and necessary to keep workers safe. However, according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics data, musculoskeletal disorders account for...
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National Safety Stand-Down is May 6-10 — Get Involved!
370 of the 991 construction fatalities recorded in 2016 were the result of falls. Falls are still the primary cause of death for construction workers. OSHA's annual National Safety Stand-Down is designed to raise awareness and promote fall prevention so that companies...
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Safety Focus on Healthcare
More workers are injured in the healthcare and social assistance industry sector than any other. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the likelihood of injury or illness resulting in days away from work is higher in hospitals than in construction and...
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OSHA Resources for Small Business Employers
OSHA has some great resources for small business owners. Their eTools, compliance assistance and outreach help employers understand what's required and how to comply. But it's not just about compliance. OSHA explains why all small business owners should care about...
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Printable OSHA Computer Workstation Checklist Helps Pinpoint Ergonomic Trouble Spots
Many employers overlook safety procedures for office workers due to the perceived low-risk environment they typically work in. So it may come as a surprise to learn that the most recently available 2014 Bureau of Labor and Statistics data shows that those working as...
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