When thinking of common job site injuries, usually the first that come to mind are the immediate accidents, the sudden ones that come without warning. Examples of these might be: falling, cuts, fires, tripping, falling objects, collapses, etc. These injuries are thought of quickly because they can be seen or noticed by all. However, there are…
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According to Amerisafe Consulting & Safety Services, the most common workplace injury reported is hearing loss. When thinking of safety concerns on a safety construction site, hearing damage might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, an individual exposed to extreme levels of noise can experience permanent hearing loss. This type is…
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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,…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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