Working in a hot environment can be dangerous and uncomfortable. Employees are at risk of heat-related illnesses, and employers are at risk of lawsuits. The heat can cause dehydration, fatigue, and even death. It’s important to take precautions to protect your employees from the dangers of working in a hot environment. There are some industries and areas of work where heat is commonplace. Construction workers, landscapers, and agricultural workers need to be prepared for the heat when they work every …
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Car accidents have become a leading cause of death in the United States. Each year, they claim over 33,000 lives and cost $230 billion. To reduce these numbers and save lives, it is essential to take preventative measures such as wearing a seatbelt, driving defensively and not drinking and driving. However, car crashes can be reduced with proper preparation and awareness of road conditions and other drivers’ mistakes. 2 Common Car Accidents Most People Don’t Know About One common car …
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a federal agency that regulates workplace safety and health. It has been in existence since 1970, the year of its creation. OSHA is part of the U.S Department of Labor. Approximately 2,550 Federal OSHA inspectors are responsible for the health and safety of 130 million workers. Why workplace safety is vital? To understand why workplace safety is so important, look at the 2019 statistics released by OSHA. Around 5,333 people died on the …
Essential Tips for Employers: OSHA Fines Contractor $141,000 for Willful Exposure to Fall Hazards When hiring contractors to work on your business premises, one must carefully balance the need for high-quality work with the associated risk of safety breaches or accidents. Contractors are employees, but with additional obligations due to the nature of their job. Did you know? An OSHA investigation found on-site services provider WENDCO Services Inc. willfully exposed its workers to fall hazards at its Saint Paul office …
