For Some Occupations, Violence is 3rd Leading Cause of Death Every year, 2 million American workers report having been victims of workplace violence. In 2014, 409 people were fatally injured in work-related attacks, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s about 16% of the 4,821 workplace deaths that year. While roadway incidents are […]

CPR-certified ranch staff in Lakeland save life of teen who went into cardiac arrest LAKELAND, Fla. (FOX 13) – The staff at Spring Lane Ranch knew getting trained in CPR was important, but when a teen fainted just after a riding lesson last Tuesday, that training became invaluable. Bryelle Touchton was wrapping up her first […]

OSHA Raises Employer Penalties for 2019 The penalty increases apply to federal OSHA states. The penalties levied against employers for safety violations by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have gone up, effective Jan. 24. The increases only apply to citations issued after that date and for the remainder of 2019. The 2019 penalties […]

The top 10 violations seen by OSHA in the fiscal year 2018: 1. Fall Protection—General Requirements: 1926.501, with 7,720 violations 2. Hazard Communication: 1910.1200, with 4,552 violations 3. Scaffolds—General Requirements: 1926.451, with 3,336 violations 4. Respiratory Protection: 1910.134, with 3,118 violations 5. Lockout/Tagout: 1910.147, with 2,944 violations 6. Ladders: 1926.1053, with 2,812 violations 7. Powered […]

7 tips for an effective workplace safety committee Put progression before perfection at the start. When creating a safety committee, begin the process with immediate and long-term goals, but be careful about aiming too high initially. What are you going to accomplish? Is there a measurement that you’re going to have? What can you do […]

Training in the workplace Just like large organizations, small businesses also need to ensure their employees are appropriately trained to succeed at their jobs. Not to mention the business’s obligations to stay current with any training requirements mandated by OSHA and other regulatory bodies. Without the big labor pools to cover missed shifts and the […]

Join us for Safe + Sound Week, August 15th-21st, 2022 What Is Safe + Sound Week? A nationwide event to raise awareness and understanding of the value of safety and health programs that include management leadership, worker participation, and a systematic approach to finding and fixing hazards in workplaces. Why Participate? Safe workplaces are sound […]

Join us for Safe + Sound Week, August 12-18, 2019 What Is Safe + Sound Week? A nationwide event to raise awareness and understanding of the value of safety and health programs that include management leadership, worker participation, and a systematic approach to finding and fixing hazards in workplaces. Why Participate? Safe workplaces are sound […]

Safety First According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than one million workers experience back injuries each year. One-fourth of all worker’s compensation indemnity claims are a result of back injuries. Low back pain is one of the most common reasons that people miss work, second only to the common cold. In America, […]