“Every Second Counts: Plan Two Ways Out” calls all of us to be aware of fire safety measures in the home. According to the NFPA, “the synthetic fibers used in modern home furnishings, along with the fact that newer homes tend to be built with more open spaces and unprotected lightweight construction, all contribute to […]
Now, more than ever, safety is crucial both inside and outside the workplace, which is why the National Safety Council will still be recognizing National Safety Month® in June. Observed annually by NSC, the nation’s leading nonprofit safety advocate, National Safety Month focuses on saving lives and preventing injuries, from the workplace to any place. […]
The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the United States experienced 5,250 fatal workplace injuries in 2018. The year prior, preventable work injuries cost the U.S. economy $161.5 billion, according to an estimate from the National Safety Council. These statistics make clear the importance of safety for organizations and, therefore, safety training. The top benefit […]
Key points Management support is imperative for a new committee to thrive, because leadership can provide backing and, potentially, financial assistance. Organization and laying the groundwork with bylaws, policies and procedures are necessary for a new committee to develop. All members should be accountable to contribute to the committee’s goals and improve workplace safety and […]
The OSHA Medical and First Aid Standard 29 CFR 1910.151 ( c ) states “where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within the work area for immediate emergency use”. However, OSHA doesn’t […]
Congress and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced the preliminary Top 10 most frequently cited workplace safety violations for fiscal year 2019. The Top 10 for FY 2019 are: 1. Fall Protection – General Requirements (6,010 violations) 2. Hazard Communication (3,671 violations) 3. Scaffolding (2,813 violations) 4. Lockout/Tagout (2,606 violations) 5. Respiratory […]
Every day across America, parents and caregivers drive young children to and from school, daycare, the store, and around town in car seats and boosters. Yet nearly half of all car seats are installed incorrectly, which means your child may not be traveling as safely as possible. To help keep children safe on our roads, […]
OSHA requires forklift trucks to be inspected at least once per day, or after every shift if in constant use (Powered Industrial Truck OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.178(q)(7). The inspection doesn’t have to be documented. However, there are four really good reasons why you should document the inspection: Having a pre-printed checklist ensures that no […]
Emergency Eyewash Station Maintenance In this guide, we’ll walk you through some best practices on how to keep your eyewash units in tip-top condition, so that you can rest assured that they’ll be ready for action should the unthinkable happen. Why is maintenance so important? Eyewash stations are of critical importance in any workplace that […]
Hand dryers are ubiquitous in public restrooms, the noise they make may be harmful to children’s ears. According to research recently published in the Canadian journal Paediatrics & Child Health, And the study’s author can speak from personal experience. “Sometimes after using hand dryers my ears would start ringing,” 13-year-old Nora Keegan from Calgary, Canada, […]
