Hazardous materials are everywhere, from the chemicals in industrial plants to the cleaning supplies under your office sink. Handled correctly, they get the job done. Handled carelessly? You’re looking at spills, explosions, or health hazards that make horror movies seem mild. The key to avoiding chaos? Knowing exactly what you’re working with and following the …
Microorganisms are sneaky. They’re in the air, on your keyboard, and probably on that office coffee pot handle. While some are harmless, others can shut down entire workplaces. Whether you’re handling biohazards or just trying to avoid Karen’s suspicious office cold, understanding how infectious diseases spread and how to stop them is non-negotiable. You don’t …
Construction sites are organized chaos, and if you’re not paying attention, that chaos can flatten, crush, or launch you across the job site. Two of the deadliest hazards? Struck-by and caught-in or -between incidents. They happen fast, but the good news is, they’re preventable. If it can hit you, fall on you, swing at you, …
Keep your fingers, limbs, and dignity intact with smarter machine-guarding practices. Let’s be honest, heavy machinery doesn’t care about your fingers. One wrong move and it’s game over for your digits. But before you go bubble-wrapping your employees, let’s talk machine guarding. Whether you’re in manufacturing, construction, or any industry where moving parts are the …
That office chair might look innocent, but your back knows the truth. Workplace injuries can impact more than physical health, they come with financial and emotional baggage too. Luckily, with the right protocols and training, office spaces can transform from injury zones to safety zones. Let’s break down the risks and show you how to …
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) …
Each day, 12 workers die at their job while another 10,000 workers suffer serious job-related injuries. Even looking at these astounding figures, employers can prevent these events from happening at their worksite. With a comprehensive program incorporating the employers and employees, the risk of injury and illness can be nearly eliminated. That’s what our I2P2: …
