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New OSHA 300 Posting Requirements for 2024 – Deadlines & Exemptions

Posted On: January 3, 2024

Starting January 2024, employers in specific high-risk industries must use OSHA’s electronic reporting system, the Injury Tracking Application (ITA), to submit detailed information on workplace injuries and illnesses. If your company meets the requirements for OSHA 300 reporting, it’s important to understand the deadlines and rules associated with the form to ensure you remain compliant. […]

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How to Instill a Strong Safety Culture in Your Organization

Posted On: December 18, 2023

So, how do you build a culture of safety in your organization? It’s about creating an environment where safety is not just a priority on paper but a shared value embedded in the fabric of your organizational culture. Let’s explore the steps that go beyond the surface, cultivating a lasting commitment to workplace safety. What […]

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A Safety Guide to Regular Equipment Inspections in Construction

Posted On: December 6, 2023

Per OSHA regulations, it is mandatory for every piece of heavy construction equipment to undergo inspection before use. If any safety features are compromised, the equipment should not be used. Therefore, employers are responsible for conducting regular equipment inspections and making repairs to ensure the safety of their workers. Why Do Regular Equipment Inspections Matter? […]

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The Importance of Industrial Ergonomics Training

Posted On: June 8, 2023

Industrial work can be physically demanding and even pose a variety of ergonomic hazards. However, with an industrial ergonomics training program in place, organizations can ensure that their employees are working in a safe environment with minimal risk of injury or fatigue. What is Industrial Ergonomics? Ergonomics for industrial workers is concerned with adapting the […]

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OSHA Suspended Load Safety Tips for Workers

Posted On: March 19, 2023

Employers and managers are responsible for creating and sustaining a safe work environment for their employees. Therefore, when workers operate or carry out duties around cranes and hoists, they must ensure that employees follow OSHA’s suspended load safety standards. What Is a Suspended Load? Loads may be suspended by forklifts, wheel loaders, and overhead, boom, […]

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What Are the Three Es of Workplace Injury Prevention?

Posted On: February 16, 2023

Safety experts have long relied on the three Es of injury prevention to guide businesses in protecting their employees in the workplace. Therefore, the pursuit of the three Es should be constant and integrated into your health and safety plans at every level of your organization. Why is Injury Prevention Necessary in the Workplace? Injury […]

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OSHA Flammable Storage Regulations – Cabinets, Liquids, & More

Posted On: November 13, 2022

Are you looking for ways to comply with the OSHA flammable storage guidelines and keep your workers safe? Have questions about flammable liquid storage cabinet requirements? Then, you’ve come to the right place. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has a standard that you should understand and put into practice. OSHA Flammable Liquid Storage: The […]

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Top 10 Safety Tips for Industrial Workers

Posted On: July 18, 2022

Safe work practices are critical to ensuring that industrial workers are safe, and accidents are avoided. This article discusses ten important industrial safety tips you can implement today. The Importance of Industrial Workplace Safety Workplace safety is crucial for the industrial and manufacturing industries. Not covering the safety basics can lead to decreases in employee […]

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Working at Heights Safety Tips – Fall Protection Safety

Posted On: June 15, 2022

Fall protection safety is an important consideration for businesses everywhere. When your employees work up high, you want to ensure that they do so with proper care and caution. With that in mind, we look at some of the top safety tips for working at heights. Hazards Associated with Working at Heights When working from […]

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Top 9 Construction Site Safety Tips for Hurricane Season

Posted On: May 27, 2022

June 1st marks the start of the hurricane season along the Gulf Coast. The number of named storms in the Atlantic is increasing each year, which is bad news for construction sites. Is your site ready to withstand a hurricane without putting people in danger? With hurricane season here, it’s time to create a construction hurricane […]

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