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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published a new fact sheet on shipyard safety.Available at the official OSHA website, the fact sheet focuses specifically on programs for evaluating component persons. As explained by OSHA, shipyard workers are exposed to a variety of hazards, some of which include toxic gas inhalation, confined spaces, flammability and atmospheric pollution. To protect against injury, OSHA says that a shipyard competent person or a NFPA-certified mari …

Ask any child and he or she will agree: Halloween is one of the funnest times of the year. On October 31, children can dress up while filling their bags with candy. Unfortunately, though, Halloween also has a high rate of pedestrian fatality, roughly twice the rate of an average day. Therefore, it's important for parents and children alike to follow some basic safety precautions when trick-or-treating.Choose Well-Lit RouteDon't wait until Halloween to choose a trick-or-treating route. Instead, p …

Statistics show that nearly one in four weather-related automobile accidents occur on snowy or icy roads. With winter right around the corner, millions of Americans will be forced to drive in these less-than-ideal conditions. However, you can stay safe on the roads this winter by following the tips outlined below.#1) Brake SlowlyYou have to change the way in which you drive during the winter, particularly in regards to braking. Hitting the brake pedal with full force may cause your vehicle to sp …

Pollution has been linked to 9 million deaths in 2015, according to a new study published by the Lancet Commission on Pollution and Health.About The StudyFor the study, researchers analyzed data from several existing studies to determine the impact of various forms of pollution. Researchers found that air pollution is leading the cause of early mortality, accounting for nearly 6.5 million deaths in 2015. Water pollution came in a distant, though still concerning, second with 1.8 million deaths. …

Approximately 12.3 million Americans work in factories and manufacturing facilities, according to the Pew Research Center. It's a vital sector of our nation's infrastructure and economy, creating both jobs and goods. But like all industries, factory work comes with an inherit risk of injury. To learn more about common injuries sustained by factory workers and how to avoid them, keep reading.OverexertionPerhaps the most common injury sustained by factory workers is overexertion. Employees working …