DOCUMENTATION OF EMERGENCY DRILLS

DOCUMENTATION OF EMERGENCY DRILLS

The actions taken in the initial minutes of an emergency are critical. Prompt action and warnings can save lives, minimize physical damage to structures and property, and allow for better resilience. Every business should develop and implement an emergency plan for...
KEEPING WORKERS SAFE IN SEVERE WEATHER

KEEPING WORKERS SAFE IN SEVERE WEATHER

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), about 60 employees die each year from weather-related causes. Severe weather can cause electrocution, drowning, injuries from falling objects, and more. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)...
CLEANING PRODUCTS HAVE HIDDEN DANGERS

CLEANING PRODUCTS HAVE HIDDEN DANGERS

Potential Health Problems Caused by Cleaning Chemicals Many factors influence whether a cleaning chemical will cause health problems. Some important factors to consider include: • Chemical ingredients of the cleaning product; • How the cleaning product is being used...
Respiratory Protection

Respiratory Protection

With the new year, now is a good time to reevaluate your respiratory program to ensure you’re OSHA compliant. OSHA’s standard on respiratory protection (1910.134) is one of the agency’s most frequently cited each fiscal year. So, what do we need to know? First, let’s...
HAND PROTECTION

HAND PROTECTION

Hand injuries are serious: Protecting fingers and hands is important for work and quality of life. Work-related hand injuries are one of the leading reasons workers end up in the emergency room and miss work. Damage to the nerves in fingers and hands, loss of a...