After nearly 1,300 workers in a South Dakota meat packing plant tested positive for COVID-19 and at least four died, the CDC investigated and found that workers who had to work in close quarters with one another were more likely to contract the virus than ones who were able to abide by federal social distancing[…]
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has several new standards in place for preventing risks related to COVID-19 transmission in both indoor and outdoor workplaces. COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory illness that passes between people primarily from respiratory droplets produced by coughs, sneezes, and speaking. OSHA has tips for employers on how to[…]
Lockout/tagout procedures are designed to keep workers safe from the unforeseen startup of machinery or equipment, including a sudden release of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, thermal, pneumatic, or chemical energy. These unexpected events can result in serious or fatal injuries, including amputations, crush injuries, electrocution, burns, exposure to hazardous chemicals, and severe lacerations. Understanding how to[…]