Safety in the workplace

Slips, Trips and Falls during a Coffee Break?

fouts — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 22:14:42 +0000

How often does a worker perform a common job without realizing the potential danger they may be creating for others? Here’s a common example: A janitor mops a set of stairs just before a coffee break. This simple task can create an environment where many people can potentially slip and fall on a wet surface. Posting [...]

FORBES Magazine claims 100,000 deaths in U.S. per year from Killer Germs.

fouts — Fri, 16 Jun 2006 23:13:51 +0000

In a June 19, 2006 issue of Forbes Magazine in an article called “Killer Germs,” Forbes and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention state that “100,000 Americans die of hospital-bred infections.” In fact infections contracted in hospitals are the fourth largest killer in the United States, causing as many deaths as AIDS, [...]

Forklifts and Warehouses: a dangerous combination in the Workplace.

fouts — Thu, 15 Jun 2006 22:23:53 +0000

Each year in the United States, nearly 100 workers are killed and another 20,000 are seriously injured in forklift-related incidents. The frequency of forklift related injuries indicate that forklifts are not only an extremely popular productivity tool in the workplace but also one that needs to be taken seriously in terms of worker safety. Most [...]

Personal Protective Equipment

fouts — Thu, 15 Jun 2006 22:22:31 +0000

The law is very clear and simple when it comes to Personal Protective Equipment. It states the employer is responsible for requiring the wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment in all operations where there is an exposure to hazardous conditions. Unfortunately, knowing the law is much easier than helping your employees learn how to properly use [...]

Electrical Fire Safety

fouts — Wed, 31 May 2006 00:04:30 +0000

Keep a constant eye on Extension Cords

Extension cords are one of the most commonly used pieces of equipment at work and at home. From a safety standpoint, they are also one of the most dangerous. Extension cords contribute to serious injuries including: electrical shock, tripping accidents, and electrical fires.