Floor markings can help prevent workplace injuries by directing traffic, identifying hazards, and marking safe zones. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration( OSHA) requires employers to provide a safe workplace for their employees. This includes protecting workers from workplace hazards and ensuring that they have access to the necessary safety equipment and information. One way … Read more
Machine shop workers are often exposed to loud environments with many moving parts, increasing their risk of being injured at work. Every year, workers across the country are injured while performing their work-related duties. Whether it’s a construction worker who falls from a ladder or a factory worker who is caught in machinery, these accidents … Read more
What is considered an unsafe work environment, and what can you do if you believe your workplace is unsafe? Every workplace has a unique setting and features that set it apart from other places of business. As such, what may seem safe in one workplace, may be considered unsafe in another. However, despite these differences, … Read more
According to OSHA, healthcare workers have one of the highest rates of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses. Work-related injuries are a problem in many workplaces. And it’s no different in the healthcare industry. In fact, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), healthcare workers have one of the highest rates of nonfatal occupational … Read more
Unfortunately, many workers don’t even realize that their employer is retaliating against them until it’s too late. No one should have to worry about their job being in jeopardy because they were injured at work and filed a workers’ compensation claim. However, employer retaliation is a real problem. Unfortunately, many workers don’t even realize that … Read more
While there are certainly some benefits to using social media, such as staying connected with colleagues and clients, there are also some risks – especially regarding workplace safety. Workers who are heavy social media users may be more likely to suffer from workplace injuries. There are several reasons why this might be the case. And … Read more