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The National Safety Council (NSC) celebrates National Safety Month every June with a specific theme emphasized every week. For Week 1 this year, NSC is spreading the word on Employee Wellness. You can use this observance as an opportunity to talk with your workers about the critical wellness topic of high blood pressure. Inform them […]
Today and tomorrow, we present questions about OSHA regulatory requirements on a number of different issues, and the answers from BLR’s safety experts. Q. Do hand and power tools have annual inspection criteria above and beyond the need to inspect prior to use? A. There are no OSHA requirements under the hand and power tool […]
Workers’ compensation benefits can be a lifesaver for an injured employee, but providing and managing coverage can be a costly hassle for employers. Experts say that workers fare better and companies save money when comp is integrated into safety and risk management functions. The challenge for business today, says Sam Friedman, is adding money to […]
Virtual training is an effective new way to train … as long as learners are ready to engage with the new training environment. Today’s Advisor presents part one of a two-part series in which we hear from one expert on virtual learning. When making the move to virtual training, "we, as trainers, often get caught […]
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This content was originally published in January 2000. For the latest in safety management, visit our archives or try our online compliance portal, Safety.BLR.com. It’s very rare that a firebug is caught in the act. Most arsonists are caught through circumstantial evidence. Many courts have ruled that circumstantial evidence can be used by a jury […]
Yesterday, we reviewed some tips for avoiding penalties and fines for violations of some of the standards on OSHA’s top 10 list. Today, we provide more tips for thee more commonly violated standards. Lockout/Tagout (29 CFR 1910.147) Tips for staying in compliance with the lockout/tagout standard include: Develop a written energy control program that includes […]
Here are the key steps you must take to recharge your forklifts safely and effectively: Before Disconnecting the Battery: Turn off the ignition. Turn off all lights and accessories. Apply the parking brake. Make sure all vent caps are in place. Open the battery compartment cover to dissipate the heat and gases generated during truck […]
The Safety Daily Advisor announced today the release of a free report for Safety Managers, OSHA’s Crane Rule: What You Need to Know. This report will be available for a limited time to help safety managers understand the new rules that apply to employers and other entities in control of crane and derrick equipment during […]
Getting trainees moving during sessions increases brain function and improves learning, says one training expert. Brain research conducted in the past decade has found that moving from a sitting position to a standing position increases oxygen to the brain by 15 to 20 percent and that more oxygen in the brain means better learning. “It’s […]