OSHA has revised its National Emphasis Program (NEP) for COVID-19 that was launched March 12, 2021. Initially the NEP focused on companies that put the largest number of workers at serious risk of contracting the coronavirus.
Preventing Repetitive Motion Injuries
Overexertion in the workplace is related to certain activities and/or motions, with a common one being repetitive movements. This can lead to repetitive stress injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome,
Reduce the Risk of Fatigue at Work
43% of Americans admit they may be too tired to function safely at work. As an employer, you can do some of the following to reduce the risk of fatigue in the workplace.
Fatigue at Work: Are You getting enough Sleep?
Having over-worked, over-tired workers has become somewhat the norm for many businesses and research estimates that 13% of workplace injuries can be attributed to fatigue. Unfortunately, the effects of fatigue can have adverse effects at the workplace
OSHA Issues Emergency Temporary Standard on COVID-19 to Protect Healthcare Workers
In a news release on June 10, 2021, OSHA announced an emergency temporary standard (ETS) on COVID-19 to protect healthcare workers from contracting the disease, focusing on those most likely to have contact with someone infected.
OSHA COVID-19 NEP
On March 12, in response to President Biden’s executive order on protecting worker health and safety, OSHA launched a new COVID-19 National Emphasis Program (NEP).
What is Overexertion in the Workplace
Have you ever pushed yourself TOO hard at work, beyond either your physical or mental capabilities? If so, you may be overexerting yourself, which can be counterproductive and unsafe leading to serious injuries, such as:
Ladder Safety Awareness
Do you use ladders at home or at work? If so, have you been trained how to use them properly and safely? It may sound like a silly question, but ladders are involved in many fall incidents. In fact, falls are a leading cause of …
Work-Related Eye Injury Prevention
According to the CDC, the American workforce averages 2,000 work-related eye injuries (requiring medical treatment) every day.
Preliminary OSHA Top 10 Violations For Fiscal Year 2020
Every year, OSHA publishes a list of the top 10 most frequently cited safety violations for the previous fiscal year