We are in the midst of challenging times. Most of the nation’s workers are experiencing a time of uncertainty, anxiety, fear and misinformation. The current COVID epidemic has changed lives. Schools are canceled, public events are suspended and workplaces look very differently than just a short time ago. Many employees are now working from home,…
According to OSHA, ” The main goal of safety and health programs is to prevent workplace injuries, illnesses, and deaths, as well as the suffering and financial hardship these events can cause for workers, their families, and employers. The recommended practices use a proactive approach to managing workplace safety and health.” Having a good written…
When does dehydration occur? At just 1-2% dehydration, or when you’ve lost 1-2% of your body’s water, mental performance and physical coordination start to become impaired — and you’re not even thirsty yet At 2-4% dehydration, you’ll feel thirsty and possibly some of these other symptoms: Fatigue, lethargy, fuzzy thinking Irritability Dizziness Headache Dry mouth…
Companies should strongly consider adding tourniquets to current first aid supplies. This is a ‘recent’ change to thinking. I clearly remember my instructors back when I took my EMT-Basic course in the early 90’s telling us: “tourniquets are a last resort, and you’ll probably never need one”. Things have changed substantially as we learn more…
Aerial personnel lifts are widely used in nearly all industries. No matter if you are in construction, manufacturing, municipal, or other industrial business sectors, aerial lifts have gained wide favor over ladders and scaffolds for a large number of tasks. They are generally safer and faster than other forms of access to elevated work areas….