SafetyBlog

When you think of jobs with a high risk of occupational injury, dairy probably isn't the first to come to mind. Nonetheless, Washington lawmakers have proposed a new bill that's intended to improve the safety of state dairy workers. The bill, HB2824, would guide the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries to implement new rules regarding the training for dairy farm workers.So, what new rules are being proposed in HB2824? You can click here to read the bill in its entirely, but one of …

Slip-and-fall accidents are among the most common types of work-related injuries. In fact, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that more than 1,900,000 work days were lost during 2013 and 2014 as a result of falls. While accidents are bound to happen, employers should take a proactive approach towards reducing them. So, what steps can you take to reduce the risk of slip-and-fall accidents in your workplace?Clean Spilled LiquidsWhen a spill occurs -- be it water, oil, …

Contrary to what many people believe, not all fats are bad. In fact, some may actually prove beneficial to your health. According to a recent study conducted by researchers at Tufts Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy in Boston, consuming a diet high in "healthy" fats can prolong your life while improving your overall health.Medical experts continue to stress the importance of reducing unhealthy fats like saturated and trans fat, both of which have been closely linked to heart diseas …

Are you doing enough to protect against heart disease? While advancements in modern medicine have resulted in a decline of the number of heart disease-related deaths, it's still a worrisome problem. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that nearly 600,000 people in the United States die from heart disease each year. You can lower your risk, however, by making some basic changes to your lifestyle.Maintain a Healthy WeightArguably, the single most effective way to reduce yo …

With more than 2.2 million farms and counting, agriculture is a key economic industry in the United States. From corn and potatoes to grapes, strawberries and more, the U.S. is prime supplier of agriculture products. But like all industries, even agriculture is susceptible to various occupational hazards. Some of these hazards are obvious, while others are more discreet.Skin DiseaseSo, what occupational hazards do agriculture workers face? Well, one of the most common hazards is skin disease, wh …