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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated a decades-old rule governing the limits of beryllium to which workers can safely be exposed.Affecting general industries, construction and shipyards alike, the new rule is intended to improve worker safety while subsequently lowering the number of illnesses caused by the metal. Beryllium is classified as a lightweight and versatile metal with many different uses. Among other things, it's used in manufacturing electronics and en …

A good pair of work boots offers more than just comfort; they offer protection from common hazards in the workplace. Depending on the job, they could be considered a part of a worker's Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). As such, it's important for workers to choose the right type of work boots. There are literally hundreds if not thousands of different work boots on the market, varying in terms of construction, fit, shape and features. With so many different styles, how do you know which to ch …

A new study has found that patients who were diagnosed as being malnourished spent less time in the hospital after taking a daily nutritional supplement.It's estimated that nearly half of the United States adult population takes some type of dietary or nutritional supplement. Whether it's vitamin C, vitamin D, fish oil, calcium, zinc, iron, etc., supplements have become a routine part of life for millions of Americans. While they've received some criticism in recent years regarding their effecti …

With a new year upon us, there's no better time than the present to reevaluate the safety of your workplace. Each year, tens of thousands of workers are seriously injured on the job. While some of the injuries are minor, others are more severe and long-lasting. Thankfully, many of these incidents can be prevented. So if you're looking to create a safe environment in your workplace, follow these tips.Encourage Injury ReportingUnfortunately, just because an injury occurs in the workplace doesn't n …

Slip-and-falls are one of the most common types of work-related injuries in the Unites States. Typically classified as either same-level or elevated-surface falls, they are responsible for thousands of worker injuries each year. In an effort to curb these numbers, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced a new rule governing slip-and-falls in the workplace.So, what's included in the new rule? Among other things, it will include new requirements for all general indus …