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Lockout/Tagout: 5 Things You Need to Know(Post)

You can't ignore lockout/tagout when performing maintenance or repairs on machinery. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has standards in place to protect workers from injury, on ...

The Benefits of Non-Skid Boots(Post)

What type of boots do you typically wear while working? Non-skid boots are a popular choice among workers. Also known as non-slip boots, they feature a special type of outsole that minimizes slippage ...

The Link Between Sleep and Work-Related Injuries(Post)

Insufficient sleep affects more than just your energy levels. If you don't get enough sleep at night -- or if you get restless, low-quality sleep at night -- you may sustain an injury while working.

Preparing Your Rescue Plan (Post)

Developing a rescue plan is one of the most commonly forgotten elements of safety procedures in the workplace. It can be difficult to make a rescue plan because of the different factors that can o ...

'Let It Ride' takes on a tribute project(Post)

On Wednesday night's episode of "Let It Ride," Zach Ness took on a very special project. After Dave, a friend of the shop and bike machinist, passed away, the crew decided to build his last conc ...

Construction's 'Fatal Fours' (Post)

The construction industry is inherently more dangerous than many other industries. Construction workers are often required to use heavy machinery and tools, as well as climb and work on elevated plat ...

OSHA: Most Work-Related Fatalities are Preventable(Post)

Each year, roughly 4,500 men and women lose their lives as a result of a work-related incident. While this number has been decreasing ever since the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSH ...

OSHA Postpones Beryllium Rule(Post)

Acting in response to a Presidential order, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has postponed its final rule for work-related exposure of beryllium.An executive order was issu ...

OSHA to Improve Standards on Workplace Violence(Post)

Each year, hundreds of workers lose their lives and thousands more are injured as a result of workplace violence. Unfortunately, nearly every industry is affected by workplace violence to some degree ...

Reporting Work-Related Injuries: What You Should Know(Post)

It's the employer's duty to report certain work-related injuries that occur on the job. When a worker is injured, the employer may or may be required to report the incident to the Occupational Safety ...

How to Prepare for an Ice Storm(Post)

The winter season is officially here, which means the temperatures will continue to drop throughout the country. While meteorologists are predicting a "mild" winter, there's still the potential for i ...

New OSHA Policy Could Shake Up Fertilizer Industry(Post)

The Occupational Safety and Healthy Administration (OSHA) has updated its rule regarding what constitutes a retail anhydrous ammonia (AKA fertilizer) facility -- the keyword being "retail."In order f ...

Preventing Repetitive Strain Injuries(Post)

Repetitive strain injuries (also known as RSIs) are among the most common type of work-related injury. It is characterized by injury to one or more structures within the body, caused by performing th ...

OIG Advises OSHA to Update its Whistleblower Protection Program(Post)

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) has advised the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to update its whistleblower protection program.The whistleblower protection program is desig ...

OSHA Seeks to Protect Against Workplace Violence in Healthcare(Post)

When you think of jobs and industries with a high risk of violence in the workplace, healthcare probably isn't the first to come to mind. After all, why would doctors, nurses and physicians be the ta ...

5 Ways to Improve Productivity in the Workplace(Post)

#1) Performance RewardsWhat is a "performance reward" and how can it yield greater productivity in the workplace? A performance reward is exactly what it sounds like: an incentive based on the worker ...

Workplace Eronomics: What You Should Know(Post)

Ergonomics plays a key role in the prevention of work-related injury and illness. By creating an ergonomic workplace, you'll naturally promote a safer working environment, which should be a top prior ...

Ladder Injuries: Are You Using Ladders Correctly?(Post)

A ladder is an invaluable tool that allows workers to reach elevated heights. They are used in a wide range of industries, some of which include manufacturing, construction, aerospace, maritime and l ...

How 'Bullying Bosses' May Contribute to Work-Related Injuries(Post)

When you think of factors that increase the risk of work-related injuries, a bullying boss probably doesn't come to mind. After all, how can an overbearing, demeaning or otherwise negative boss contr ...

Hard hats and head protection are critical in almost any industry(Page)

Whether you're a construction worker or an employee for the local transit authority, chances are you need to wear a hard hat while on the job. These tried-and-true protective coverings can save your ...