June 10, 2019 National Forklift Safety Day The construction industry highlights the importance of safely maintaining and operating forklifts on National Forklift Safety Day. Held in Washington, D.C. on June 11, the day focuses on the need for safe use of forklifts and increased operator training. As forklift use increases in the workplace, the goal of the Industrial Truck Association (ITA) is … Read More »
June 7, 2019 The Dangers of Working in Extreme Temperatures Summer is underway and already temperatures are reaching above 90 degrees. Extreme heat is especially hazardous for outdoor workers, although people working indoors also face a number of heat-associated risks. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), thousands of workers sustain heat-related illnesses and injuries every year – and approximately 30 to 40 more … Read More »
June 3, 2019 Amputations At Work According to a recent press release from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the agency has cited a North Carolina manufacturing plant for 27 violations of workplace health and safety standards – many of which culminated in a worker’s fingertip being amputated on the job. The man was using a broaching machine (or a … Read More »
May 20, 2019 Common Factory Accidents & Injuries – Infographic While workplace accidents can happen in any work environment, factories are one of the most hazardous. This should come as no surprise considering that factory workers work with and around heavy machinery and tools, dangerous chemicals, and extreme temperatures. Working in a factory can also be very physically demanding, increasing the risk of injury. … Read More »
May 14, 2019 Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Available in PA All Pennsylvania employers are required to carry Workers’ Compensation insurance. The system is designed to protect both employers and employees in the event of a workplace accident. Workers’ Compensation benefits cover costs associated with a workplace injury, including medical expenses and lost wages. Each state has its own rules and regulations regarding Workers’ Compensation. Additionally, … Read More »
May 10, 2019 With Fewer Safety Rules in Place, Work Gets More Dangerous A 2016 rule requiring employers to electronically submit detailed employee injury reports was overturned just months ago. The rule – called the Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses – was put in place to help health and safety inspectors identify hazardous work conditions, prevent accidents, and to encourage legislators to implement effective work safety … Read More »
March 18, 2019 The Fatal Four: The Four Leading Causes of Fatalities in the Construction Industry As you might imagine, construction work is one of the nation’s most dangerous jobs. A Construction worker is exposed to a myriad of potential hazards every day. They must work at great heights, operate heavy equipment and machinery to move materials, use power tools for long periods of time, and deal with excessive dust and … Read More »
March 16, 2019 Workers’ Memorial Day 2019 This April 28th is Workers’ Memorial Day – a day when the nation (and others across the globe) takes a moment to honor the loss of thousands of lives on the job every year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 5,000 men and women die in the workplace annually. The majority … Read More »
February 22, 2019 DOL Rule Proposal Endangers Lives A newly proposed Department of Labor (DOL) rule would allow 16-and-17-year-olds to operate patient powered lifts in nursing homes, hospitals, and other long-term care facilities without any supervision. Young workers already face numerous job-oriented hazards, so many labor unions and other organizations have come forward to publicly challenge the DOL’s proposal, citing not only patient … Read More »
