Slips, trips, and falls are a safety risk that are prevalent in most industries and workplaces. The severity of their danger depends on the industry and the job, but one small slip, trips or fall can cause a serious injury which leads to risks of legal liability, lost production time, and absences. On top of that, …
Here’s a quick rundown of the seven most common workplace safety hazards that employers and employees need to keep an eye on: Working at Heights Make sure you know where fall protection is needed, identify engineered anchor points, train employees, and regularly audit your fall protection program. Poor Housekeeping Don’t let clutter or spills pile …
Workplace fatigue is caused by a lack of sleep, and adequate sleep is an absolute necessity for everyone. Without enough sleep, it can affect you drastically both physically and mentally- often affecting every area of your life. People who don’t get enough sleep can actually be a danger to other people, particularly at work in …
Electrical safety is very important in keeping yourself safe from the hazards of electric current. This infographic sums up every precaution and safety tip that OSHA has in regards to dealing with electricity. Before diving in to the specifics, here are some general precautions: Follow instructions issued by your workspace supervisors or managers, and those of …
Let’s talk about workplace happiness. Is it just a fluffy HR buzzword, or is it a hard-hitting business metric? Spoiler alert: it’s the latter. Unhappy employees aren’t just a bummer in the breakroom; they’re a *drain* on your budget, productivity, and entire company culture. This post breaks down the high cost of an unhappy team …
The health and safety of employees is important, but often times, the “health” aspect of that term is overlooked. It’s just as easy for an employee to contract an illness as it is for them to be physically hurt. An employer needs to place just as much emphasis on employee health and wellness as they …
Some stress is actually good for you, but to much stress and constant worrying can impact your physical and mental state very severely (as this infographic suggests). Not only does it negatively affect you in many ways, it can have a profound impact on many areas of your life, such as your employer, family, etc. …
There’s an age-old argument of whether leaders are born or made. It’s difficult to determine which is correct, as leaders certainly possess certain skills- but were they acquired skills, or were they born with them? When it comes to leadership in the workplace, we typically think of a “boss”. But there is a huge difference …
Workplace stress can take a toll not only on the person experiencing it, but others as well. Aside from being dangerous for your mental health and wellness, enough stress can be a contributor to severe physical ailments. Unfortunately, workplace stress is all too common among the workforce, and not only does it affect workers, but …
