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OSHA Cites New York Cookie Manufacturer for Fall Hazards

Last month, OSHA cited Nonni’s Foods LLC for exposing employees to falls and other hazards at a New York Facility.

OSHA Releases Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19

OSHA Releases Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19

As the coronavirus sweeps across the globe, companies are wondering how to keep workplaces—not just individuals—safe from the disease. Read OSHA’s recommendations here.

Protecting Lone Workers in Oil & Gas

Protecting Lone Workers in Oil & Gas

A number of industries require workers to work alone—and the oil & gas industry is high on the list. Learn how to best protect your lone workers, but especially those doing the dirty work.

Keeping Farmers Safe

Agriculture is one of the most dangerous industries, and it’s crucial that we keep our farmers healthy and safe. Refresh yourself on these farmer safety tips.

California Bans Chlorpyrifos After Concerns for Children’s Health

California Bans Chlorpyrifos After Concerns for Children’s Health

The new ban will affect many farmers and agriculture workers in the state, as they will no longer be allowed to use the widely used insecticide based on its threat to human health.

Nurses Beg for Better Protection Against the Coronavirus

Nurses Beg for Better Protection Against the Coronavirus

In the wake of the coronavirus anxiety, healthcare workers say they do not have access to enough protective gear and protocols to protect themselves.

NIOSH’s Video on Black Lung Respiratory Disease in Coal Miners

Black lung is affecting coal miners of all ages. Luckily, NIOSH released a video that educates about black lung, raises awareness and motivates workers to participate in free screenings.

Female Firefighters’ Battle Against Occupational Cancer

Female Firefighters’ Battle Against Occupational Cancer

In recent years, many women firefighters have raised concerns that their job may be putting them at higher risk of breast cancer. Recent studies show this very well could be the case.



Retail Worker Safety: Five Tips for Working Alone

Review these helpful safety tips for retail workers alone on the job—topics that could save their lives.

An Overview of SAMHSA’s New Oral Fluid Testing Guidelines

An Overview of SAMHSA's New Oral Fluid Testing Guidelines

SAMHSA’s mandatory guidelines have served as the blueprint for many state drug testing laws and policies since 1988. But new methods for oral fluids testing will mean big changes.

Recognizing and Preventing Heat-Related Hazards as Temperatures Rise

Recognizing and Preventing Heat-Related Hazards as Temperatures Rise

Employers must work to protect workers from heat-related illnesses during the hot summer months.

How Can Employers Help Workers Get Better Sleep and Increase Lifespans?

How Can Employers Help Workers Get Better Sleep and Increase Lifespans?

Sleep deprivation can affect our energy levels, productivity levels, and our livelihoods. Here’s how employers might be able to help.

NSC Asks Presidential Candidates to Fight the Opioid Epidemic

NSC Asks Presidential Candidates to Fight the Opioid Epidemic

The National Safety Council has asked presidential candidates to utilize the National Plan to Address Opioid Misuse—a recent plan to combat addiction.

It Pays to be Safe: Three Investments Manufacturing Companies Can Make to Protect the Bottom Line

It Pays to be Safe: Three Investments Manufacturing Companies Can Make to Protect the Bottom Line

Below are three innovative ways that organizations are investing in their employees to set themselves up for the next decade, while protecting themselves from the current manufacturing downturn.

Worker Fatalities Rates Decline, but Worker Suicide Rates Increase

Worker Fatalities Rates Decline, but Worker Suicide Rates Increase

A recent report by the Bureau of Labor statistics reveals that companies are losing more and more employees to suicide—and they don’t really know what to do about it.

Occupational Hearing Testing Just Got Easier with SHOEBOX Ltd.’s Service

Audiology company, SHOEBOX, just launched its reviewer service: an international network of regionally licensed audiologists offering occupational hearing testing audiological reviews.

Preparing for The Aging Workforce

More and more seniors are staying in the the workforce, and this means companies need to understand how to best utilize and protect them.

How Often Should You Review Your Benefits Program?

How Often Should You Review Your Benefits Program?

Seventy-five percent of employees are more likely to stay with their employer because of the benefits package. How often should you review your benefits program?

Hot Weather is Coming, and Heat Illness is No Joke

Hot Weather is Coming, and Heat Illness is No Joke

With summer comes sun and warm weather—but it also brings severe hazards to workers outdoors. Make sure you’re aware of how to best protect your workers outside.

What to Look for in PPE Solutions to Combat Cold Weather

It’s important to equip workers with PPE designed to keep them both safe and warm.

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