February 6, 2018
February is Biohazard Awareness Month. We’re marking the occasion by discussing topics that concern our safety and the risks we experience from bloodborne pathogens and other biohazardous sources. We’re inviting you to help us draw attention to these concerns by donning your own PPE (whether it’s boots, gloves, hard hat or a mask) and sharing your […]
June 27, 2017
The summer season drives many to seek shelter in the shade, or in an air conditioned environment. But for some workers, escaping extreme temperatures while on the clock isn’t so easy. Heat stress is a real risk for those employed in places like foundries, factories, bakeries, laundries, and construction sites. Whether indoors or out, no specific […]
March 30, 2016
No matter what you do for a living, workplace safety is a subject that concerns us all. Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA), employers are responsible for providing a safe, healthy workplace. Eliminating hazards through workplace design or other practices are the best ways to improve safety. OSHA acknowledges that each workplace is […]