You can’t scroll far on the internet these days without stumbling upon predictions about how industries, corporate culture, and the workforce will change in the future. And you know what? Millennials are always part of the conversation. Right now, millennials make up over a third of the American workforce, and that number is expected to …
Maintaining employee safety should always be a major concern for business owners. It’s not just about compliance; it’s about people. A safe workplace prevents traumatic injuries, saves lives, and protects your company from the massive financial drain of workers’ compensation payouts and lawsuits. But where do you start? There are a number of effective practices …
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible for ensuring safe and healthy working conditions for employees across the United States. Employees have specific rights under OSHA that help protect them from unsafe working conditions and unfair treatment. Here’s an overview of key OSHA workplace rights, including whistleblowing, workplace inspections, and more. 1. Right …
These two infographics made by Lucas Liftruck Services Ltd. make perfect do and don’t reminder posters for your employees in the warehouse. It goes without saying that forklifts can be deadly pieces of equipment when not operated properly. In fact, they’re the sixth most cited OSHA violation, and why OSHA statistics indicate that there are roughly 85 forklift …
I can’t help but feel like every “surprise inspection” for anything, ever, is nerve racking. I remember teachers inspecting our desks and cubbies for cleanliness back in grade school. Mine was always a wreck…old, unidentifiable food, broken crayons, dirty socks, old homework and tests…basically a lot of kid-nastiness. It’s not that I was lazy, it’s just that I …
When summer temperatures soar, working outdoors or in hot environments can quickly become more than just uncomfortable—it can be downright dangerous. Heat stress, dehydration, and heat-related illnesses are serious concerns that can impact worker safety and productivity. To help your team stay safe and cool, here are six essential tips to beat the summer heat. …
When we think of the word “bullying”, our minds almost always place us in grade school- imagining a bigger kid picking on a smaller one, or picturing teenage girls whispering about a less “popular” girl. While we’d like to think that bullying is confined to the young, naive, ignorant minds of schoolchildren, the simple fact …
Cranes are an incredibly large and therefore potentially dangerous piece of construction equipment. If not properly maintained or operated, cranes can have the potential to cause devastating long-term damage and in some cases, death. The different facets of crane safety and maintenance include inspection, refueling, operation, and more. There are quite a few different classification of …
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a time to remind both motorcyclists and drivers of the importance of staying safe on the road. With warmer weather and more riders hitting the streets, it’s crucial to focus on safety measures that can prevent accidents and save lives. Let’s dive into why this month is so important …
