February 4, 2019 Talking to Teens and Young Adults About Drinking Underage drinking is an important topic – especially since millions of young adults (18 to 22-years-old) are unaware that alcohol consumption and drinking in excess can result in fatal consequences. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that alcohol is a factor in more than 4,300 deaths of people under the age of … Read More »
February 2, 2019 Too Many Workplace Deaths from Electrical Incidents, says NFPA The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is concerned about the number of contractors who are killed in workplace electrical incidents every year. The majority of electrical hazards in the workplace are preventable through effective safety and health programs. However, too often employers set aside the safety of workers in the rush to complete a job … Read More »
February 1, 2019 Even Cold Weather Can Be Dangerous There are plenty of fun things to do in the snow with your family, friends, and other loved ones – but it is also important to remember that the cold can actually be dangerous, and that it is necessary to take precautions. Even something as simple as shoveling after a snowfall can result in serious … Read More »
January 31, 2019 Healthcare Infections: Almost 100,000 Casualties Every Year According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), not enough progress has been made when it comes to preventing healthcare-associated infections. Even though medical errors are the third-leading cause of death in the United States, the agency estimates that at any given point – and on any given day – an average of … Read More »
January 29, 2019 February is American Heart Month Cardiovascular disease, or CVD, is the leading cause of death and disability across the globe. Here in the United States, the first ever American Heart Month was observed more than 50 years ago. This year, the longstanding and federally designated event continues to remind individuals just how important it is to focus on their cardiovascular … Read More »
January 28, 2019 Nail Gun Injuries Nail guns are among the most frequently used tools at commercial and residential construction sites due to their ability to increase worker productivity. Despite their ease of use, nail guns present unique safety risks for construction workers. Each year, over 37,000 nail gun accidents result in hospital emergency room visits for injuries ranging from lost … Read More »
January 22, 2019 Inadequate Parking Leads to Safety Issue Insufficient parking for commercial trucks can become more than a mere nuisance for drowsy truck drivers. When a drowsy truck driver is unable to find a safe place to park and rest, serious tractor trailer accidents leading to catastrophic injuries can occur. Lack of Parking for Truck Drivers Commercial truck drivers are subject to federal … Read More »
January 19, 2019 20-Year-Old Worker Dies: Company Charged After the recent death of a 20-year-old trench worker, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is fining the employer $275,000 compensation for an array of willful and “serious” safety violations. According to the administration’s investigative findings, the company failed to conduct daily site safety inspections – and as a result, the young worker died … Read More »
January 17, 2019 Top 10 Safety Violations of 2018 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently released its list of 2018’s top workplace safety violations – and the culprits are responsible for tens of thousands of preventable illnesses, injuries, and deaths every year. OSHA’s Top 10 – and Why It’s Important OSHA releases its list of top 10 workplace safety violations every year … Read More »
