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Are your employees showing up for work impaired by drugs and alcohol? Both surveys and drug testing are showing spikes in substance misuse. There’s a majority of adults in the workforce (61%) with a substance use disorder (SUD), according to government data cited by the National Safety Council (NSC). The White House Office of National Drug Control Policy […]
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) released a new resource, titled Workplace Solutions: Reducing Workers’ Lead Exposure during Water Service Line Removal and Replacement, for employers and workers that addresses the health hazards associated with lead pipe removal and replacement. Here’s what employers need to know about protection from lead exposure. Check […]
Electrical hazards are present in all kinds of industries, and working with electricity or near electrical equipment can often be very dangerous. According to OSHA, many workers are unaware of the potential electrical hazards present in their work environment, which increases their likelihood of getting electrocuted. Here’s what you need to know about electrical safety. Check […]
While falls from height can sometimes be fatal, falls on the same level can lead to costly nonfatal injuries, resulting in several days away from work for injured workers and workers’ compensation claims for employers. In a safety talk handout, the National Safety Council (NSC) emphasizes the importance of workplace housekeeping in factories and manufacturing plants, […]
Toolbox talks are the five- to 10-minute safety meetings that are held at the beginning of workers’ shifts that typically cover specific topics and can serve as a refresher on best practices. There are many steps that safety managers can take to make toolbox talks more effective, but getting employees to engage and participate is another challenge. […]
Ethylene oxide (EtO) is one of the many industrial chemicals that workers may come into contact with, depending on the jobsite. In addition to the standards, OSHA provides information on EtO exposure and what employers need to know about protecting their workers from the chemical. Here’s what you need to know about ethylene oxide. Check out […]
Exposure controls are critical for protecting workers, and they either remove hazardous conditions or place barriers between workers and hazards. Traditionally, companies and regulatory agencies have used hierarchies of controls to determine how they should implement workplace safety solutions. While the ideal solutions vary from one organization to the next, priorities and best practices are […]
During emergencies, things can go wrong in an instant. It’s crucial for safety leaders to develop emergency action plans (EAP) with effective evacuation procedures, so that in a disaster scenario, employees know where to go. Here’s what you need to know about evacuation procedures. Check out our Back to Basics: Evacuation Procedures article for more information.
Severe weather emergencies and other natural disasters can strike any workplace or home, often without warning. Here’s what you need to know about natural disasters.
OSHA provides guidance on foot protection specifically, along with the corresponding ANSI standards. Here’s what you need to know about foot protection.