Preventing Slip, Trip and Fall Injuries in the Health Care Industry
Summary: According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the incidence rate of lost-workday injuries from slips, trips and falls (STFs) in the health care industry was 38.2 per 10,000 employees, which is 90% greater than the average rate for all other private...
OSHA Issues Guidance Regarding N-95 Respirators and COVID-19
There has been a lot of information shared on the internet regarding the effectiveness of face coverings and face masks. On October 19th, OSHA issued a News Release to clarify that N-95 respirators are effective in protecting workers from the virus that causes...
October is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Are you and your employees as safe as you could be when driving? When distracted, you are not in control. October is Distracted Driver Awareness Month. Driving while distracted is a leading cause of auto accidents. Choosing to drive without distractions can save your...
Flood Safety Precautions
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), floods are one of the most common disasters in the United States. It’s important to be aware of flood hazards no matter where you live, but especially if you live in a low-lying area, near water or...