Workplace violence is an increasing concern across industries, affecting businesses of all sizes and sectors. It includes a wide range of behaviors, from verbal threats and harassment to physical assaults that compromise employee safety. Even minor acts of aggression, if left unchecked, can escalate into
🛠️ Introduction: What Is OSHA Safe+Sound Week? OSHA Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event designed to raise awareness about workplace safety and health programs, highlighting the benefits of proactive hazard prevention. It is typically held in August each year, giving organizations a dedicated
What is the Purpose of the OSHA Outreach Training Program? Every year, thousands of U.S. workers face preventable injuries and fatalities due to workplace hazards. Many of these tragedies could be avoided with proper safety training. According to International Labor Organization statistics, around 2 million
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), established under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, plays a critical role in protecting the health and safety of American workers. By setting and enforcing standards, providing training, and supporting employers and employees, OSHA ensures safe
Have you ever driven through a road construction zone and wondered why there are so many signs, cones, and speed limit signs? All these are components of a work zone, areas established to ensure the safety of both drivers and workers when making repairs or
Crane operations play a vital role in construction, shipping, and heavy industry, yet they remain one of the most dangerous aspects of industrial labor. Despite updated regulations and improvements in technology, crane-related incidents continue to result in serious injuries and fatalities across the United States.
Powered industrial trucks (PITs) are essential powered vehicles commonly used in warehouses, factories, construction sites, and other industrial settings to lift, carry, stack, or move materials. Their ability to handle heavy loads and improve productivity makes them indispensable in modern workplaces. However, with great utility
Thousands of workers every year step onto job sites with little knowledge of the risks they face. OSHA training is where that is. For decades, the 30-Hour Outreach Training Program has been the foundation for building safer work environments in high-risk sectors such as construction,
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, tens of thousands of workplace injuries could be prevented each year with the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). From crushed hands to chemical burns and electrical shocks, many of these incidents are avoidable when workers
In the construction world, safety is non-negotiable. Crane operations, in particular, demand clear communication to avoid hazards and protect workers. Because cranes can be loud and job sites are often chaotic, hand signals are a universally accepted, reliable method for directing crane movements. Knowing and
Honoring the Fallen: Reflecting on Workers’ Memorial Day Workers’ Memorial Day is recognized on April 28 to highlight the importance of occupational health and safety. This day is also the commemoration of the workers who perished because of workplace hazards and a call to have
Workplace safety has evolved considerably over the decades; yet, struck-by and caught-between incidents remain stubbornly persistent hazards across various industries. On a construction site or in a factory assembly line, these types of injuries account for a significant percentage of serious accidents and tragically, fatalities