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Improper lifting is one of the most common causes of muscuskeletal disorders (MSDs). And MSDs are attributed to nearly one-third of all work-related injuries that require time off. In fact the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) says MSD injuries cost $45 to $54 billion in lost productivity and healthcare treatment every year.In an effort to curb these numbers and protect workers from MSDs, NIOSH has launched a new safe-lifting app for smartphones and mobile devices.Dub …

Chlorine-based bleach is a common ingredient found in dozens of household and industrial cleaning products. It's used to clean counter tops, bathroom grout, sinks, bathtubs, clothes and more. However, you may want to think twice before using bleach, as a new study has linked its use to chronic and potentially fatal lung disease.Researchers at Harvard University and the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research (Inserm) say that using chlorine bleach -- or products containing chlor …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will no longer announce companies that violate workplace safety laws.Previously, OSHA had displayed workplace safety incidents, including the companies associated with those incidents, on its official website. Here, OSHA revealed more than 4,500 incidents in which workers lost their lives while working. Known as the "name and shame" policy, the general idea is to encourage employers to take extra precaution to protect their workers from in …

Eye injuries are an all-too-common occurrence in the workplace. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 2,000 U.S. workers sustain eye injury each day that merits medical attention. While eye injuries can occur in a variety of ways, most involve flying projectiles of wood, sand, cement or debris. Thankfully, though, the right personal protective equipment (PPE) can protect against such injuries.GooglesThe most commonly used PPE for protecting against eye …

For the longest time, the general belief has been that fatty foods promote weight gain. In fact, many dieticians create diet plans specifically around the reduction of fat. However, there's new evidence suggesting that carbohydrates are the prime cause of weight gain.For the study, researchers analyzed data from the Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiology (PURE) study, which involves more than 135,000 men and women spanning five continents and 18 countries. Al participants were asked questions abou …