Monday, November 25, 2024
Safety Meeting Basics - According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one of the most effective ways to promote a safe working environment is to get involved in company safety meetings. Since...
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
How Return-to-Work Programs Impact Workers’ Compensation Expenses - Workers’ compensation expenses are determined by a wide range of factors; however, one of the most significant cost components in any workers’...
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
- 5 Myths About Manual Lifting - Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the leading cause of injury in the health care field. These injuries occur in large part due to overexertion related to repeated manual patient-...
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Most of us have been personally involved in a minor auto accident. In an attempt to protect ourselves, we might become defensive, or be tempted not to reveal all the facts. Our car insurance agents advise us not to...
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Each year, an estimated 1 million to 3 million U.S. patients suffer from pressure injuries-such as pressure sores, bedsores or pressure ulcers-according to the National Institutes of Health. While some pressure injuries...
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Not using a seat belt can be very dangerous. You may have incorrect information or assumptions about seat belts. Consider the following myths and facts regarding seat belts and the consequences of not buckling up. Myth:...
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
OSHA announced its preliminary list of the top 10 most frequently cited workplace safety standards for fiscal year 2022. Since OSHA’s fiscal year doesn’t end until Sept. 30-and this list was published prior to this date-...
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Vehicle Safety Precautions for Emergency Responders - Emergency vehicle drivers are an essential component in saving the lives of others, as they are responsible for driving the truck that carries all equipment and...
Friday, October 28, 2022
Staying Safe from Falling Objects - Objects falling from above can pose a serious danger. While this type of hazard might typically be associated with construction businesses, health care facilities face similar dangers....