Most people do not think about emergency exits in their workplaces that often, although they might notice the signs from time to time. However, these essential safety routes save lives in dangerous situations and must be prioritized in work environments. When they do not exist or are not adequate in any way, employees can suffer… Read More »
Black Friday is always a hectic day for shoppers and retailers alike. However, retail workers are bracing themselves for a particularly busy Black Friday this year, compared with a year ago when so many consumers opted to avoid in-store shopping and purchase their gifts online instead. From the crowds of aggressive shoppers and people who… Read More »
Burns are very painful and could cause infections that could become potentially deadly sepsis. Many people have jobs that routinely expose them to potentially dangerous conditions that could cause serious burns. Many more have careers that only occasionally might expose them to potential burns. In all cases, workers who suffer burns and miss work as… Read More »
Safety programs in the workplace may not always emphasize protection from electrical hazards. Many safety programs focus on obvious workplace hazards such as slip and fall accidents, back injuries, machinery accidents, and similar dangers. Because electrical hazards are not usually visible and accidents may not happen frequently, they often do not get the attention, or… Read More »
Workers should concentrate on their jobs and doing them as best they can. They should not worry about the risks of an accident and injury in the workplace, provided they follow the safety protocols set in place for them. However, there is a risk of serious injury and even death on the job that workers… Read More »
The threat of being hit by a falling object is a serious concern on construction sites and other similar workplaces. Approximately 50,000 workplace injuries occur each year as a result of workers being struck by a falling object, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). These accidents happen when a person working on… Read More »
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