Falls from ladders account for thousands of emergency visits every year. They are the leading cause of death on construction sites. Ladder safety is an important aspect in preventing workplace injuries. Make sure you prepare correctly with the right clothes and check your ladder for problems. Next, put your ladder on the proper surface. You
The Coronavirus, or Covid-19, has affected the world in ways that we couldn't have imagined. Luckily, there are several vaccines that have been approved by the FDA for protection against Covid-19. And thankfully, many Americans have already been vaccinated. However, you may be wondering what to do after you get the Covid Vaccine. Do you
Some parts of the country can get quite a bit of snow. If you are expecting inclement weather in your area, it is best to just stay put. It is not the wisest idea to drive through a snowstorm, but sometimes you just can't help it. Snowstorms and buzzards can bring bitter winds, freezing temperatures,
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is meant to protect employees from hazards at work. There is a wide variety of PPE out there. The type of PPE needed will vary based on the type of work environment. Personal Protective Equipment: Things to Know Employer Responsibilities Employers should look for workplace hazards and identify the types of
Most drivers know about the dangers of driving in the winter. However, not too many know about the risks that come with summer driving. For instance, August tends to have the highest amount of fatal accidents each year. Knowing what these risks are can help you better prepare and stay safe… Summer Driving: Possible Risks
According to the CDC, 5,977 pedestrians died in traffic crashes in the United States in 2017. That equates to about one death every 88 minutes. That same year, around 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries. Pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely to die in a car crash than vehicle occupants
When it comes to hazards in the workplace, we often think of dangerous falls and heavy lifting. But hazards can come in all shapes, sizes, and sounds. Even sounds in the workplace can sometimes pose a threat to your safety. In fact, noise hazards in the workplace have the potential to create long-lasting damage Noise Hazards
With the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have had to take up a new method of working. This may mean that you're figuring out how to set up a comfortable and ergonomic workspace within your home. One difficult are is, surprisingly, a computer mouse. It might seem minor, but it’s important to use understand what proper
Every workplace has inherent hazards. From a construction site, to a hospital, office buildings, and the kitchen... there are always certain dangers to watch for. Kitchen hazards, in particular, are our focus for the day. You might not think of a restaurant as a dangerous place to work, but as we mentioned, every workplace has
While no work injury is good, head injuries in particular can be very dangerous. With how important our brains are, you want to make sure you take the right steps to stay safe. Therefore, it’s important to know how these injuries occurs, and how to avoid them in the first place… Head Injuries: What To