Fireworks Safety: What the Experts Want You to Know Before You Light the Fuse Independence Day is one of the most celebrated holidays in America, and this year is especially significant as the nation marks its 250th anniversary. Backyard fireworks are practically synonymous with the holiday, but the same devices that light up the sky […]

Hard hats are essential for protecting one of the most important parts of the human body—your head. But did you know that not all hard hats are created equal? There are different types and classes of hard hats, each designed to address specific hazards. It’s important to make sure you’re using the right hard hat […]

It’s no surprise that workers in the construction industry are at a high risk of accidents; the industry consistently ranks as one of the most dangerous in the U.S. The causes of workplace injuries have remained relatively unchanged over time, with slips, trips and falls accounting for a majority of workplace accidents. Yet new technologies have begun […]

Be Safe this 4th of July Every day our 300+ Safety professionals help thousands of customers nationwide stay safe on the job. With the July 4th holiday coming up, along with the fireworks, barbecues, and celebrations, we’re reminding everyone how to prioritize safety when using fireworks to ensure a fun and accident-free holiday. Did you […]

Over 2000 eye injuries occur every day at work in the U.S. (As reported by Niosh) Construction workers have one of the highest eye injury rates. Most common are particles of dust, metal, wood, slag, drywall, cement, etc. are the most common source of eye injury to carpenters. Even “minor” eye injuries can cause life-long […]

As reported by NIOSH, 2000 eye injuries occur every day at work in the U.S. Construction workers have one of the highest eye injury rates. The most common are particles of dust, metal, wood, slag, drywall, cement, etc. are the most common source of eye injury to carpenters. Even “minor” eye injuries can cause life-long […]

With the holiday season underway, people are feeling festive – including at work. But whether you’re decorating your cubicle or taking part in the office potluck, safety should always remain a top priority. Here are some simple tips to help prevent injuries while celebrating on the job. Safe decorating Don’t stand on a chair to hang […]

Train to Improve Resiliency Assembling a disaster response team comprised of multiple departments from the organization guarantees the entire business is involved in the process of plan development and training. The response team should designate roles and responsibilities for all personnel. Make sure each employee knows his or her roles and responsibilities and understands the […]

1 – Preventing Accidents and Injuries According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, 20,000 individuals are injured each year in forklift-related incidents, with nearly 100 of those injuries being fatal. Pre-shift inspections can help identify defects in your forklift that may lead to injuries like these. 2 – OSHA Fines & Violations If you […]

OSHA reg 1910.157 states annual training is required for employees who may use fire extinguishers at the workplace. But what’s the safest and best way to train your employees? Many safety officers have come to us with challenges that prevented them from conducting live-fire training. They have out-of-date training structures or equipment that don’t comply […]