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An emergency eyewash station is an otherwise simple device that can protect workers against chemical-related eye injuries. While there are many different types, ranging in size, design, features and function, most emergency eyewash stations feature a shower-like sprayer that, when pressed, sprays water down on the worker's eyes; thus, flushing away any chemicals. Drains are typically installed directly below or nearby to prevent buildups of water and chemicals on the floor.According to the Cente …

Workplace stress is a major problem that's compounded by longer work weeks. According to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLR) 83% of Americans say they are stressed out by their jobs. But a recent study conducted by the University of Florida suggests the solution to workplace stress is laughter.The study found a direct link with workplace "joking" and lower stress levels among employees. It's a common assumption by employers that laughing and joking equates to a lack of producti …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched a safety campaign in West Virginia to protect summer construction workers against on-the-job injury.Year after year, construction remains at the top of the list in terms of work-related injuries and fatalities. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that 4,628 construction workers were killed on the job in 2012 -- roughly 89 construction worker fatalities per week or 12 per day. Granted, this is the second lowest number sinc …

Up until now, only U.K. workers with "other caring duties" (parents of children under 16 and registered nurses/care-givers) were given the legal right to request flexible hours from their respective employer. Starting on June 30, however, all of the U.K.'s 30 million plus workers have the right to request schedule changes with their employer, regardless as to whether or not they have viable reason.The only stipulation required for U.K. workers to request a schedule change is that he or she must …

Millions of workers suffer a non-life-threatening injury while on the job each year. Ever since the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was established in 1971, the rates of workplace injuries and illnesses has declined. But a new study suggests that young workers are more likely to suffer from a job-related injury or illness.According to the Saskatchewan Workers Compensation Board (WCB), young workers who've been on the job for 6 months or less are 2-3 times more like …