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When we think about work-related injuries, the feet are not usually what comes to mind. However, foot injuries on the job are more common than many believe.  Occupations that involve long periods of standing, walking, or lifting can put workers at risk of suffering foot injuries, according to EHS Today. What starts out as a foot injury can...

Amazon’s fulfillment centers were listed on the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health list of the top twelve most dangerous workplaces in the US, and it’s not hard to see why. These warehouses are as known for their mistreatment of their employees as they are for their ability to deliver any item you can...

Being an EMT is a mentally demanding job that takes a physical toll on the body. Injuries are common in this field, especially back injuries, as so many patients need to be lifted onto beds or stretchers. However, there are precautions EMTs can take to prevent an injury or reinjury while on the job. Do...

The National Safety Council (NSC) recently published the second part of a 3-part series on workplace fatigue. Part 1 was initially published last year, and Part 3 will be out this fall. Where Part 1 discussed the causes and consequences of fatigue in the workplace, Part 2 focused on employers and the role that they...

In 2016, fatalities among truck drivers accounted for 40 percent of all work-related fatalities in the US. All too often, inadequate training is responsible for these fatalities. Because of this, the industry is looking for new, innovative ways to improve training and mitigate these risks. Better training makes all the difference   The United Parcel...

Our eyes are among our most valuable assets at work. Without proper vision, it would not be possible to work in a large number of fields, such as construction. However, without the proper safety gear to protect our eyes, we put our sight and our livelihood at risk. How to choose the right gear for...

The National Safety Council defines fatigue as “physical, mental or social impairment that includes tiredness, sleepiness, reduced energy and increased effort needed to perform tasks at a desired level.” Fatigue is a danger across American industries, made worse by the fact that nearly four out of every ten workers suffers sleep loss. Who is at...

USA Today recently released an article that examined the top 25 most dangerous jobs in America. They based their conclusions on the number of workplace accidents and fatalities in each industry reported in 2016. According to the results, the top three industries that have the highest rate of fatal on-site work accidents are logging, fishing,...

When companies implement new safety policies and fix issues, it is often the result of some incident that has occurred. New policies are often a reaction to damage that has already been done. However, a proactive approach to workplace safety can prevent these costly incidents from happening in the first place. Preventable accidents are often...