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A chainsaw is an invaluable tool that's used to cut trees and wood. Although there are different types, most feature a set of rotating, sharp teeth that easily cut through lumber. Because of their inherit design, however, there's a risk of injury when using a chainsaw. But you can protect yourself from bodily injury by following these five chainsaw safety tips.#1) Always Use a Sharp ChainPrior to using a chainsaw, check the chain -- specifically the teeth on it -- to ensure that it's sharp and n …

Statistics show that 5% to 20% of all Americans will catch the flu virus in any given year. Granted, that makes the flu less common than the cold virus. Unfortunately, though, it's also more severe, sending up to 50,000 people to the hospital each year. The good news is that you can lower your risk of catching the flu by following some simple steps.Get a Flu VaccineIf you haven't done so already, schedule an appointment with your primary care physician to get vaccinated against the flu virus. Wh …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is reviving its site-specific targeting program. Also known as the SST program, it's designed to target businesses in the United States with an abnormally high rate of injury and illness. The SST program will use data collected from injury and illness reports submitted to OSHA in 2016. This includes businesses in all industries with the exception of construction, which are omitted from the program.About the SST ProgramThe SST program has b …

If you own or manage a business, it's important that you focus on creating a safe working environment for your employees. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), approximately 3370 million on-the-job accidents occur each year, resulting in more than 2.3 million deaths. Businesses can protect their workers from injury- and illness-causing accidents, however, by implementing a workplace safety program. Here are six benefits of creating a safe workplace for your business.#1) Lower …

Food service is one of the country's largest industries. According to some reports, more than 14 million Americans work in food service -- a number that's expected to reach 16 million by 2026. While some people assume that food service has a low risk of injury compared to other industries, workers can (and do) get injured. So, what steps can food service workers take to reduce the risk of injury?Wear Non-Slip ShoesFood service workers should wear non-slip shoes or footwear to protect against sli …