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Hazard Communication Standards Employees need to know how to work safely with and around hazardous chemicals. Employers are required to provide training so employees know what they’re working with, how it could harm them, and how to protect themselves.​ “Each employer shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which […]

What are Machine Guards and Safeguarding? Safeguarding and machine guards are a part of the process of preventing contact between moving mechanical parts and skin or clothing. It can also include controlling emitted particles or sparks.  Some normal applications include gates or panels which cover the moving parts. Using guard enclosures to make sure the […]

A Description of Leadership Skills, Qualities, and Traits What is a Leader? You may look at someone such as a supervisor, manager, or employer to be a leader. But what does that really mean?  The generic definition is “a person or thing that guides or directs a group, organization or country.” But, there is a […]

A Dangerous Industry  The construction industry is the most dangerous and hazardous work industry out there. On average, over 1,000 construction workers die due to construction site incidents each year, which accounts for 30% of all work-related deaths (BLS). There are many common causes of death in the construction industry, but the most common among […]

Employers are responsible for providing OSHA Aligned training to their employees OSHA’s standards for who provides training Competent person definition Types of online training Safety training is critically important and is usually done by the employer of a company. However, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) doesn’t care so much about who is […]

In the face of an emergency, most people react by either fight or flight. But these two options are not always the best options and can even be the wrong options for ensuring the safety of one’s self and of those around them. The following true story illustrates such a situation: In the event of […]

Is Safety Training Required? In short, yes – safety training for any hazards that may be present in a work environment is required by law.  Not only that, but OSHA Aligned training is required to keep employees safe in the workplace. Some employers settle for just providing a brief overview of how to be safe […]

What is a Behavior-Based Safety Program? A Behavior-Based Safety Program (BBS), focuses on recording safe and unsafe behaviors and workplace conditions to achieve safety in the workplace. It makes use of trained employees called observers, who conduct on-site safety reviews of other employees and their workplace. Working through observation, a BBS Program functions to improve […]

Most days, people find themselves going to bed far too late. Not only that, but they didn’t get enough to eat or drink, they had work that was unfinished, goals that were unmet, and no time to unwind. Sadly, most people find themselves in this situation. Health is being neglected and quotas aren’t being met […]

Safety is a serious concern in the workforce. As of 2022, America sees one employee death roughly every 90 minutes, resulting in around 5,000 deaths a year. All these deaths, though tragic, are preventable by following OSHA safety procedures. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is an organization devoted to ensuring the safety of […]

In certain parts of ancient America, cities were often protected by high walls containing tiny exits. The purpose of these doorway-sized exits was to allow passage to single citizens, but not to large groups such as armies laying siege to the city. Armies would crowd the tiny doorway trying to get through only to be […]

Safety in the Workplace The year before OSHA was established, approximately 14,000 workers were killed annually due to work-related incidents. The OSH Act was implemented due to these rising mortality rates. The goal was to raise awareness and to put safety at the forefront of employee and employer minds. Since OSHA’s establishment, work-related incidents and […]