SafetyBlog

Not all slip-and-fall accidents occur in the workplace. Each year, millions of  U.S. adults inure themselves by slipping and falling in their home. While many of these injuries are minor, consisting of bruising or lacerations, others are more severe and debilitating. As a homeowner, however, you can prevent slip-and-fall accidents in your home by following a few simple steps.Use Handrails When Climbing StairsIf your home has stairs, you should use the handrails when climbing them. In the Un …

Research shows the average worker is only productive for a little less than three hours each day. Unfortunately, low productivity levels can have a ripple effect on a business's performance. If a business's workers aren't productive, they won't be able to excel in their respective operations. So, what causes lost productivity in the workplace exactly?#1) MeetingsMeetings are a common cause of lost productivity in the workplace. According to one report, half of all workers say meetings are a wast …

Running is an excellent form of aerobic exercise that, when performed on a regular basis, can lower your risk of heart disease. Like all forms of exercise, though, there's an inherent risk of injury when running. One of the most common types of injuries sustained by runners is a shin splint. So, what is a shin splint exactly, and how do you prevent them when running?Overview of Shin SplintsA shin splint is an injury involving pain and inflammation in the soft tissues around the shinbone. It typi …

Gutters play an important role in protecting your home from water-related damage. When it rains, water will travel down the side of your home's roof and into the gutters where it's dispersed to the ground below. Over time, however, gutters will accumulate leaves, branches, pine needles and other debris. You can clean your gutters by removing debris such as this, but you should follow these safety tips to protect against injury.#1) Use a LadderDon't attempt to clean your gutters by climbing on th …

How much red meat do you typically consume in a given week? There's no denying the fact that hamburgers and steaks are delicious, but there's new evidence suggesting they are bad for your health.Red Meat Linked to Heart DiseaseAccording to a new study conducted by researchers at Cornell University and Northwestern Medicine, people who eat two or more servings of red meat per week have a 3% to 7% greater risk of developing heart disease than their counterparts who eat fewer servings of red meat p …