Follow These Essential Lockout Tagout Procedures
Out of all the environmental, health, and safety standards and regulations, lockout tagout is among the most important to me. That may sound geeky, but behind each OSHA regulation...
What Does OSHA Say About Scaffolding in Construction
We’re halfway through our series covering OSHA’s most frequently cited safety violations in the last year. Today we’ll discuss the fifth most frequently cited violation, scaffolding in construction. Violations of...
Five Steps to Ladder Safety
What goes up must come down, right? Hopefully, in a safe manner, especially when working on a ladder. Did you know ladders ranked #3 in OSHA's list of top 10 violations...
A Step-By-Step Guide to Your OSHA-Required Respiratory Protection Program
The OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard directs employers to establish or maintain a respiratory protection program. It lists requirements for program administration, worksite-specific procedures, respirator selection, employee training, fit testing, medical...
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....
10 Essential Hazard Communication Safety Tips
Hazard Communication is once again the second most cited OSHA standard in 2023. Violations of this standard revolve mainly around the handling, management, and storage of harmful chemicals in...
Free Workplace Safety Training Webinars Available
Workplace safety should always be top of mind. Countless things can go wrong, and unless you make safety a priority, accidents will happen. ICW Group offers bi-weekly safety training...
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...
Prevent These Top Risks in 2024
The top workplace risk exposures that resulted in injuries and workers’ compensation claims filed by ICW Group policyholders in 2023 are no surprise. Year after year, we see these...
Safety OnDemand: Top Courses to Consider for Your 2024 Training Schedule
At ICW Group, our goal is to help policyholders create a culture of safety. Superior safety practices keep your employees safe, protect your investments, ensure your business’s longevity, and...
