Safety comes first when hosting gatherings for Thanksgiving this year.
Episode 40
On this Safety Speak episode of the podcast, we will discuss a new grant supporting research for the health and safety of correctional workers, a new OSHA guidance on ventilation for workplaces and how the CDC recommends you spend your Thanksgiving.
A CDC report details the increased risk of coronavirus infection that occurs when working in an office as opposed to working remotely.
Wikipedia, the frequently used online encyclopedia will work with the WHO to provide verified information about coronavirus.
Making a few adjustments can help make your work from home experience more practical and pleasant.
Grocery store employees are among the essential workers who are most exposed to the coronavirus.
Episode 36
In this Safety Speak episode of the podcast we will discuss Washington’s proposed regulation to protect workers from wildfire smoke, new surges in Coronavirus cases and decreases in the antibodies that create “virus immunity.” Towards the end, we will go in-depth on mental health in the age of COVID-19 – how employees might be at an increased risk for mental health issues and how employers can help.
As we all work together in the fight against the public health crisis, it’s imperative to continue to prioritize hygiene best practices in everyday operations.
Episode 35
In this Safety Speak episode of the podcast, we will discuss big box retailer Target’s OSHA citations, how pharmacies are preparing for the highly anticipated flu season and at the end, I will go in-depth on what we know about a possible COVID-19 vaccination and plans to administer it.
States have unveiled their plans to distribute the coronavirus vaccine, which, as of yet, has not been approved by the FDA.
The additional hires will help the influx of patients that will contract the flu or coronavirus as temperatures drop and the number of illnesses across the country rise.
A checklist of all the key workplace PPE an expert suggests to maintain a safe workplace during the coronavirus pandemic.
This checklist is just one resource industry can leverage to determine whether operations align with existing regulatory requirements and guidance out of the FDA, OSHA, and CDC.
Molecular Psychiatry’s September report says slow breathing rates in opioid users leave them vulnerable to COVID-19.
The University of Connecticut’s Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that employee mental health has declined since the onset of the pandemic.
Episode 30
In this Safety Speak episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses a new alliance to protect against hazardous chemical exposure, OSHA’s updated Coronavirus FAQ, and newly published articles from the October issue of Occupational Health & Safety.
Election Day has been designated as an official company holiday.
COVID-19 and social unrest impacting American employees.
Employers, don't let perfect be the enemy of good when it comes to creating a COVID-free workplace.
The health worker charter was issued on the second annual World Patient Safety Day.