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Not all work-related injuries involve a tool or machine. Many of them involve manual handling. Statistics, in fact, show that one in five injuries sustained by agricultural workers involve manual handling. What are manual handling injuries exactly, and how can you prevent them?What Are Manual Handling InjuryA manual handling injury is any type of bodily injury that occurs when manually lifting, moving or otherwise manipulating an object. Workers who perform manual labor are typically the most su …

Your feet will inevitably get cold when working outdoors during the winter. Compared to other parts of your body, your feet are among the most susceptible to cold weather. You'll lose more body heat through your feet than your legs, arms and torso. Aside from causing discomfort, cold feet can cause other problems, such as loss of blood flow -- and in extreme cases -- frostbite. Fortunately, there are ways to keep your feet warm when working outdoors during the winter.Choose Wool SocksWearing woo …

Indoor humidity levels tend to drop during the latter part of the year. Your home may have a comfortable relative humidity of 50% throughout the spring and summer months. When winter arrives, though, you may notice the relative humidity to drop to 30% or below.Cold air doesn't hold as much moisture as warm air. Therefore, indoor humidity levels are usually the lowest during the winter months. Exposure to this dry air can cause a myriad of problems, such as dry skin, nosebleeds, headaches and mor …

Overexertion injuries are a common occurrence in the modern workplace. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), they account for over one-third of all work-related injuries that result in lost work days. When a worker sustains an overexertion injury, he or she may require medical treatment. Even without medical treatment, the worker may need to rest until he or she recovers. What is an overexertion exactly and how do you prevent them in your workplace?Overview of Overexertion InjuriesBy d …

With the cold weather fast approaching, you may need a little extra heating power in your workplace. Central heating isn't always adequate. Fortunately, there are space heaters you can use. Space heaters are small portable devices that emit heat into the surrounding space. While effective at creating a warmer and more comfortable environment, though, space heaters pose a fire risk. You can still use them in your workplace this winter, but consider the five following safety tips to protect agains …