SafetyBlog

Roughly 30,000 people are infected with Lyme disease every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Also known as Lyme borreliosis, it's caused by bacteria that's typically spread through the bite of an infected tick. Symptoms can range from minor to severe, with some individuals experiencing a broad range of symptoms throughout their entire body.Unfortunately, there's no known cure for Lyme disease. However, a new potential vaccine is seeking approval from the U. …

New legislation has passed to improve working conditions at oil refineries and factories in California. The new regulations, which are expected to take effect starting October 1, 2017, require employers to implement several new safeguards to protect oil workers from injury. According to a press release, the new regulations are part of the California Governor's Interagency Working Group on Refinery Safety, which was formed after the fire at the Chevron oil refinery. It's part of a larger, multi-y …

A new study has linked a centuries-old traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to several surprising health benefits, including weight loss and improved cognitive function.Researchers from Yangling, China found that green tea, which contains a powerful antioxidant compound known as EGCG, helps to reduce body fat and improve memory. For the study, researchers analyzed three-month-old mice, some of which were given a standard diet, whereas others were given either a high-fructose diet along with two gr …

It's no secret that construction workers have a higher risk of injury than workers in most other industries. Whether it's falls, electrocution, struck by, stuck between, etc., construction workers face countless hazards on a daily basis. One hazard that's often overlooked, however, is musculoskeletal disorder (MSDs). But thankfully, that's also something that can be prevented through the use of ergonomically designed personal protective equipment (PPE) and gear.What are MSD Injuries?MSDs are inj …

A new report from the National Safety Council reveals which state has the safest and most hazardous working conditions.According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), nearly 5,000 workers died on the job in 2015, with an additional 12,000 sustaining injury every day. The most common causes of worker injury include slip and falls (either from sale level or elevated), overexertion, and struck by/between. Of course, different occupations have their own risk of injury, with co …