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7 Steps to Keeping Fireworks Industry Workers Safe
With the July 4th holiday upon us, the air is filled with excitement (and fireworks!) as preparations for fireworks displays and pyrotechnic shows get underway. But, while these celebrations bring joy to millions, it's crucial to prioritize the safety of workers in...
Join the Conversation: The Impact of a Workplace Heat Standard on Small Businesses
As temperatures rise across the United States, the risks associated with heat exposure in the workplace are becoming increasingly prevalent. And, although OSHA currently has no specific workplace heat standard in place, you should always still seek ways to protect...
5 PPE Items for Summer Heat Safety
Extreme heat is the deadliest weather phenomenon in the United States. And, it's why summer heat safety is so important to the health and welfare of your team. In fact, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Centre (CPC) has predicted...
Overcoming the Dangers of Firefighting
It's no secret that the dangers of firefighting are incredibly real, and deadly serious. By its very nature, fighting fire involves higher levels of risks and greater variety of hazards than most occupations today. Firefighters are unsung heroes who bravely face...
7 Steps for Preventing Occupational Hearing Loss
Occupational hearing loss is a significant health concern which affects millions of workers worldwide. Prolonged exposure to loud noise in the workplace can lead to irreversible damage to the auditory system. In this article, we’ll discuss seven essential steps to...
5 Key Steps to Workplace Emergency Preparedness
In today's fast-paced world, workplace emergencies can occur unexpectedly. And when they do, they pose significant risks to the safety and well-being of both your employees and your organization as a whole. That's why emergency preparedness now is so critical to...
Silica Dust Protection: What You Need to Know
Across numerous industries, silica dust protection is a critical component of workplace safety. Typically, this dangerous, even deadly dust is generated during activities such as cutting, grinding, drilling, and crushing materials that contain crystalline silica, such...
6 Major Benefits of Workplace Hearing Tests
Noise-induced hearing loss remains one of the most common occupational health issue affecting workers across numerous industries. As such, workplace hearing tests, or audiometric testing, remains one of the most important aspects of your overall safety program. In...
Key Benefits of Workplace Drug and Alcohol Screening
Today's business environment has become more fast-paced and highly competitive than ever before. A such, ensuring the health and safety of employees remains essential for the success of any organization. As part of that, workplace drug and alcohol screening remains a...
Ohio Company Enrolled in Severe Violator Enforcement Program (SVEP)
On April 3, 2023, the US Department of Labor announced the results of an investigation into a hardwood flooring mill in Ohio. Following a string of violations, the company now faces more than $333,693 in penalties and now finds itself in OSHA’s Severe Violator...