Impacts of Legalized Cannabis on your Workforce
Employees who test positive for cannabis have an increased risk for accidents, injuries on the job, and greater absenteeism compared to those who test negative. READ MORE...
Tag: Safety
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Safety Talks – Holiday Safety Tips
Inspect electrical decorations for damage before use. Cracked or damaged sockets, loose or bare wires, and loose connections may cause a serious shock or start a fire. Do not overload electrical outlets. Overloaded electrical outlets and faulty wires are a common cause of holiday fires. Avoid overloading outlets and plug only one high-wattage into each […] READ MORE...
Safety Talks – Hand & Power Tools
The use of common tools can become second nature as we use them each day. We tend to overlook the hazards that these tools present. It’s good to remind yourself of the potential hazards so you don’t become complacent. Inspect tools before each use: On power tools, check for damaged or cracked housing, power source […] READ MORE...
The Fatal Four: Prolific hazards in the construction industry
Introduction Construction sites expose workers to a plethora of potential hazards however, there are four that OSHA has labeled as the Fatal Four. These four hazards account for the majority of injury and death (63.7% in FY 2016) among construction workers and account for over 21% of total deaths in private industry. What are the […] READ MORE...
OSHA Inspection List – Be 100% Prepared
Their job is to ensure the health and safety of all employees at your facility and regulate the occupational safety standards that help to reduce your company’s accidents on the job. It’s no surprise that OSHA, can and will, show up from time-to-time to ensure that your facility is in regulatory compliance. Unexpected visits can […] READ MORE...