Every year there are about 2.8 million non-fatal workplace accidents with the most common injuries being sprains, strains, and tears; and the highest cause to be overexertion; slips, trips, falls, and contact with objects and equipment.
Employers have the responsibility to provide a safe workplace, no matter what your age is. They must follow all OSHA safety and health standards to prevent injuries and illnesses on the job.
Worksite safety is critical on construction work zones
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, transportation incidents and workers struck by vehicles or mobile equipment account for the highest number of fatal work injuries. Risk of injury is always present.
Since musculoskeletal disorders are one of the leading causes of lost workday injury and illness across industries, having a Safety Training Talk about ergonomics and MSDs may help reduce injuries at your workplace.
Fall has arrived in all its glory. This is a good time to evaluate safety practices and schedule some safety briefings to remind workers of the hazards they can encounter in the workplace.
