June is National Safety Month, so it’s a great time to revisit workplace safety practices and take steps to make your work environment as safe as possible. Preventing fatigue at work can decrease the likelihood of many work injuries. Why It Matters Being over-worked and over-tired can sometimes seem almost normal, but it’s not good […]
Prevent Digital Eye Strain This Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Prevent Blindness observes Workplace Eye Wellness Month in March. Digital eye strain is a common issue for office workers and others who spend large amounts of time working on computers or other electronic devices. In this article, we’ll highlight tips for decreasing the effects of screen time. What is Digital Eye Strain? Digital eye strain […]
Tornado Damage Leads to OSHA Investigations
In mid-December 2021, tornados caused serious damage, injuries, and fatalities throughout the Midwest, particularly at an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville, Illinois, and a candle factory in Mayfield, Kentucky. Amazon Investigation The Amazon warehouse collapsed after it was hit by the EF-3 tornado, leaving six employees dead. OSHA inspectors are investigating to determine if workplace safety […]
Common Construction Injuries and Prevention
Construction workers have one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. There is a serious risk of construction-related work injuries, so it’s important to be informed about the most common injuries and how to avoid them. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 5,333 workers lost their lives on the job […]
Work Injuries: Contact with Objects
Providing a safe working environment for employees is essential for employers. From complying with OSHA guidelines to providing safety training, there is a lot that employers can do to make worker safety a priority. But there are also things that employees can do to be safer at work, especially when it comes to minimizing distractions. […]
