Heat illness is a serious issue for people working outside in hot weather. This is especially important for those working in the manufacturing and construction industries in Houston and other Texas cities. Heat illness prevention training is a necessary tool to ensure the safety of your employees and workers. Having a heat illness prevention program […]
The maritime sector is a high-risk industry that faces unique environmental, health, and safety challenges that employees deal with every day. In this article, you will learn about the different maritime standards and steps employers can take to ensure the safety of their workers. OSHA Maritime Standards and Why They Matter The Occupational Safety and […]
Construction site medics are trained professionals who are responsible for the health and safety of workers on a job site. They also provide medical assistance to injured workers and educate teams about construction site safety procedures. The Role of an On-site Construction Medic in an Emergency Construction workers are at risk of injury and death […]
Employees in office settings rarely worry about their safety at work, but it’s not the same across all industries. Workplace hazards can result in severe injuries and even death. As a result, CEOs and managers in these industries want to schedule annual health and safety reviews to avoid accidents and costly penalties. Here are eight […]
In the United States, workplace injuries cost the economy an average of $56 billion annually, so there is no doubt that work safety issues will be at the top of priority lists for employers this year. As a result, safety culture will become more visible with companies across a wide variety of industries. What Will […]
You might think your work environment is a safe place for workers, but do you truly have eyes on every aspect of your company? Perhaps you don’t notice the dangers that other employees face every day. Unfortunately, workplace hazards can be difficult to spot — until they result in an injury or worse. Why Hire […]
Not only does a safe and healthy work environment protect employees from injury and illness, but it can also increase productivity, raise employee morale, and reduce costs. Simply put, prioritizing workplace safety is good for business! Why is Workplace Safety Important? A safe workplace is imperative to ensuring everyone in your organization is safe and […]
Winter can spell disaster for businesses that are under-prepared. If your company is in an industry that focuses on outdoor work, you need to take special precautions. Otherwise, your workflow and efficiency will be significantly impacted. Even worse, your workers could get severely injured. In this article, we’ll discuss how winter can affect your approach […]
Most of us are experiencing more stress these days, and industrial workers are no exception. Fortunately, identifying stressful situations, triggers, and personalities can help you avoid unsafe working conditions. What Causes Stress Sometimes, stress can be triggered by the workplace. Highly demanding jobs and fast-paced work environments can contribute to growing pressure on employees. It’s […]
As we’ve mentioned before on our blog, one in five lost work-day and fatal injuries are caused by ladder falls in general industry. This may be due to a lack of understanding about different ladders and how they work. Let’s go over the three most common types of OHSA ladders, as well as the benefits […]