As an employer, it’s your responsibility to provide a safe and healthy work environment. When was the last time you reviewed your company’s overall safety plan? Is it time for a check-up?
As you know, OSHA already requires many employers to keep a record of injuries and illnesses. This data can then be used to identify hazards and prevent additional injuries and illnesses in the workplace.
Establishing a safety and health program in your workplace is one of the most effective ways of protecting your workers. It sets the stage for a proactive approach to finding and fixing workplace hazards rather than a reactive approach
Slips, trips and falls are a common occurrence in and around the workplace. The trucking industry, for one, tends to be plagued with these types of injuries, especially during the cold, winter months.
This is a great resource to use as we start our discussion:…
Roadway Safety on the job. The roadway is a work environment just like an office or construction site. When driving or being in a vehicle is part of the job, roadway safety policies must be established and communicated to everyone.
Large or small, industrial or office building, whatever your business is, fire safety should always be a top priority. In the workplace, that means having a fire prevention plan and an emergency response plan in place so that all employees know what to do if …
On average, seven people die in U.S. home fires per day. At work you have a detailed fire escape route. You also have a safety coordinator who trains employees. You practice fire drills so you know the escape route, where you meet up with your …
When communicating about safety, do you often have to repeat yourself? If you are, you’re not communicating effectively to your employees, peers or managers.
