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Often times before construction can begin, demolition must take place. And anytime there is demolition involved with a job, there is a risk of workers becoming injured. However, this risk can be lowered if the employers take the proper measures to ensure the safety of their workers. According to OSHA, demolition is the dismantling, razing,…
It is important to be knowledgeable about back safety before working in a demanding manual labor environment. According to Memic, back injuries make up 20% of work-related injuries. Of course, manual labor takes a toll on one’s body because of the amount of physically strenuous work. However, without proper knowledge of how to move correctly,…
When working with mold, it is important to take the proper precautions in order to protect yourself. Molds can grow in many different environments and there are more than 1,000 species that can be found here in the United States. While outdoor molds are known to serve a crucial role in nature by breaking down…
Dangerous atmospheres have seriously injured, or even in some cases, killed workers in confined spaces. It is so critical, as a Confined Space Attendant, to be aware of the hazards that are lurking there for you AND how to identify their presence when entering a confined space. Identifying Dangerous Types of Atmospheres Although there are…
OSHA does not require that all employers hold safety meetings, but even if you are not in a category that is federally mandated, maybe you should consider holding a regular safety meeting anyway! Why Hold A Regular Safety Meeting? The cost of injury prevention is far less than the cost of an injury. A safe…
OSHA is reminding us that employers must post injury and illness summaries beginning now through April. But, keep in mind that at the beginning of January this year, the reporting rules have changed. Not only has OSHA expanded the list of industries required to routinely keep and submit injury and illness records, but it also…
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