Every workplace comes with its own set of hazards. But let’s be real, ignoring them is like playing dodgeball with a wrecking ball. Not cute. Understanding those risks and knowing how to respond is your VIP pass to keeping your team safe, sane, and OSHA-compliant. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) General Duty …
From steel beams to glass, safe handling starts with training, tools, and PPE like gloves and steel-toed boots. Types of Stock Material handling often involves moving steel beams, wooden planks, barrels, and fragile items like glass or hazardous chemicals. These materials can be bulky, heavy, or awkwardly shaped, increasing the risk of injury if not …
Loading docks are a critical part of many workplaces, facilitating the shipment and receipt of goods. However, their fast-paced and high-traffic nature makes them prone to accidents. Maintaining a safe environment requires diligent adherence to safety practices between forklifts, workers, trucks, and equipment. You can create a safer and more efficient workplace by implementing proper …
Machines don’t warn you when they strike, so lock ‘em out before they bite back. When a machine suddenly powers on mid-maintenance, it’s not just inconvenient, it’s downright dangerous. That’s why Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) exists. These procedures isolate machinery from energy sources so workers can service or repair without ending up in an emergency room. Every …
The new OSHA rule, effective May 31st, 2024, is a pivotal change aimed at enhancing protection and participation in workplace safety. Welcome to the forefront of workplace safety, where keeping up with the rules isn’t just about avoiding fines – it’s about genuinely caring for your team. In the latest turn of events, the Department …
OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) estimates that, prior to its inception in 1971, some 14,000 workers were killed on the job each year. Though the most recent accident statistics are not yet complete, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show just 4,679 workplace deaths in 2014, up a little from 2012 (4,628) …
