Agricultural Safety and How to Avoid Slips, Trips and Falls
I do not want to jinx myself, but I'm very proud of the fact that with over 25 years as a Risk Management Consultant, I have yet to take...
Take These 8 Steps to Prevent Slips & Falls in Cold, Wet Conditions
In addition to cold stress, such as hypothermia, many people are seriously injured each year due to slips and falls in cold, wet conditions. Now is the time to...
PPE for Women: One Size Does Not Fit All
Years ago, the women trailblazers working in construction became aware that their Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) did not fit as it should have. Gloves, hard hats, vests, uniforms, masks,...
Four Tips to Avoid COVID-19 Relief Payment Scams
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) newest fraud awareness campaign focuses on potential scams surrounding COVID-19 relief payments. In their “Avoid Coronavirus Relief Payment Scams” infographic, the FTC outlines four...
OSHA Unveils Top 10 Safety Violations for 2023
Every year, OSHA shares its top 10 most frequently cited safety violations. The list applies across all industries and is essential in understanding the most prevalent workplace safety concerns....
How to Prevent Eye Injuries in the Workplace
When vision is impaired, your quality of life and ability to work is affected, which is why preventing eye injuries should be a priority for every safety professional and...
5 Things You Might Not Know About Work Comp
While workers' compensation insurance is essential for ensuring your employees are taken care of when an injury occurs, the coverage can be challenging to understand and navigate. Good news,...
Post-Pandemic Fraud Defense
As the COVID-19 pandemic took full form in 2020, fraud industry experts predicted a steep increase in fraudulent claims behavior driven by economic fears and pressures. Different from previous...
Protect Outdoor Workers from Wildfire Smoke
A couple of years ago, Cal OSHA put in place an emergency regulation to protect workers from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke. Regulation 5141.1 states that employers must...
What You Need To Know About Fall Protection
Fall protection (general requirements) continues to be the #1 cited OSHA violation, with fall protection (training) coming in at the #8. Basically, falls are a big deal at a...
