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Preventing Overexertion Injuries at Work(Post)

Overexertion injuries are among the most common type of work-related injury in the United States. According a 2007 Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index, employers spent more than $12.7 billion in di ...

Circuit Breakers vs Fuse Boxes: What's the Difference?(Post)

Electrical systems often feature safety equipment to protect the devices to which they are connected. Some electrical systems feature a circuit breaker. Others feature a fuse box. While both of these ...

Fatigue in the Workplace: What You Should Know(Post)

When you think of common safety hazards in the workplace, fatigue probably isn't the first to come to mind. But whether it's in the medical industry, construction, food service, manufacturing or prac ...

Fire Extinguishers in the Workplace: What You Should Know(Post)

Each year, hundreds of workers are killed and many more are seriously injured as a result of fires. While some occupations carry a higher risk of fire-related injury, the fact is that all workers are ...

OSHA Issues New Guidance on Combustible Dust(Post)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released new guidance on combustible dust in the workplace.The guidance, published on May 22, 2015, was in response to concerns raised by ...

OSHA Updates Heat Monitoring App(Post)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) wants workers to stay cool this summer by using its recently updated heat monitoring app.Heat-related illness is a serious issue, especially a ...

The Dangers of Slip-and-Fall Accidents In The Workplace(Post)

Slip-and-fall accidents are one of the most common types of work-related injuries. Unfortunately, many employers overlook the dangers of such injuries, assuming they only involve minor injuries like ...

Are Used Cars Really Safe to Drive?(Post)

If you're looking to replace your current car, you might be wondering how used cars compare to new cars in terms of safety. Driving has become the leading method of transportation in the United State ...

The Basic of Grounding Power Tools: What You Should Know(Post)

Are your power tools properly grounded? While some power tools use compressed air or gas, others use electricity. There are electric drills and sanders, for instance. When plugged into a wall outlet, ...

How to Participate in Safe + Sound Week(Post)

Unbeknownst to many business owners, the week of Aug. 15, 2022, is Safe + Sound Week. If you own a business, you should consider participating in it. Safe + Sound Week is led by the U.S. Occupational ...

OSHA Announces Increase in Workplace Fatalities(Post)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced an increase in work-related fatalities for 2016.After analyzing the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Census of 2016 Fatal Occupa ...

Are 12-Hour Shifts Safe for Healthcare Workers?(Post)

Eight hours is typically the de-facto standard for a work shift in today's society. But doctors, physicians, nurses and other healthcare workers often exceed this amount by as much as 50%. Clocking t ...

An Introduction to Dust Collection Systems and How They Work(Post)

When sanding, cutting or otherwise working with wood, you should consider using a dust collection system. Wood is a versatile material that's used in the production of countless products. Working wit ...

The Beginner's Guide to Machine Guarding and Why It's Important(Post)

Machine guarding plays an important role in keeping workers safe. According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), roughly 18,000 workers are injured per year due to unguar ...

OSHA Addresses Ammonium Hazards in Fertilizer Industry(Post)

Ammonium is a common chemical used in the production of agricultural fertilizer. The nitrate salt of ammonium cation, it's a crystalline compound that encourages grass and plants to create new protei ...

OSHA Renews Partnership With International Window Cleaning Association(Post)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has renewed its partnership with the International Window Cleaning Association (IWCA). The IWCA isn't just another window cleaning company, ho ...

OSHA Updates Fall Protection Rule(Post)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated the rule governing slip-and-fall accidents in the workplace.According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), slip and fall ...

How to Choose the Perfect Pair of Welding Gloves(Post)

Are you a professional welder? As you may know, welding requires the use of appropriate safety gear. One of the most important pieces of safety gear for welders is a pair of welding gloves. Weld ...

The Dos and Don'ts of Using an Impact Wrench(Post)

Impact wrenches make it easy to install and remove fasteners. Rather than manually turning a traditional wrench, you can use an impact wrench. Impact wrenches are power tools that provide automatic t ...

Who Is Responsible for Buying Workers' Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?(Post)

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is found in nearly all workplaces. From construction and manufacturing to veterinary and maritime, most workers wear PPE when performing their respective jobs. Whe ...