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Does your job require you to work outdoors during the summer? If so, you'll need to take precautions to protect against sunburn. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), over one in three U.S. adults suffer from sunburn in any given year. It's frustrating when you work outdoors, only to discover the following day that you developed sunburn. So, what can you do to prevent getting burned when working outdoors?Work During the Mornings or EveningsIf possible, try to sched …

Millions of people suffer from seasonal allergies. It typically occurs during the spring when flowers and trees release pollen. If you're allergic to pollen, you may experience allergy symptoms such as a runny eye, red eyes, itching and malaise. You can beat the pollen this spring season, however, by following these tips.#1) Leave Your Shoes at the DoorAvoid wearing your shoes inside your home. When you walk outside, pollen -- as well as other debris -- will stick to the bottom of your shoes. If …

Do you work in a noisy environment? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over one in 10 workers suffer from some degree of hearing loss. If your workplace is noisy, you could be at risk for hearing loss. Constant exposure to loud noise will take a toll on your sense of hearing, and if left unchecked, it may harm your sense of hearing. You can protect against hearing loss in the workplace, however, in several simple ways.Create Distance From Loud NoisesThe closer you …

With spring in the air, now is the perfect time to improve your home's landscape. It's not too hot, nor is it too cold. Rather, the mild temperatures associated with spring make it ideal for home landscaping projects. With that said, you should follow these six safety tips to lower your risk of injury when performing a home landscaping project.#1) Use a Sharp BladeWhether you're mowing the lawn or trimming an overgrown tree branch, you should use a sharp blade. If the blade is dull, it won't per …

Powered sanding tools offer a fast and easy way to sand down otherwise rough surfaces. Whether you use a rotary sander, an orbital sander or a dual-action (DA) sander, it will wear down the surface to create a smooth finish. Like all machining tools, though, there's an inherent risk of injury when using a powered sanding tool. If you aren't careful, you could succumb to injury. To protect against injury, you need to follow some preventative measures when using a powered sanding tool.Follow the T …