The modern workforce is changing, and according to research data, a constantly increasing percentage of employees are at least 55 years old. Although employers in fields like construction say that they like these having these workers on their payrolls because they're...
Mitigation can reduce workplace injuries and expenses
It was revealed at an International Safety Association meeting that inquiries from companies have been made regarding the measurement criteria that is used to determine the expenses of workplace injuries and safety upgrades. While the incidents of on-the-job-injuries...
There are drunk drivers among us
Much as you would like to believe you will never encounter a problem involving a drunk driver, statistics cited by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) indicate that someone is injured by a drunk driver every two minutes in our country. Even more astonishing is the...
Outside worker safety during dangerous weather
Outside workers in Ohio and the rest of country should always be mindful that severe weather can be fatal. While it is necessary that everyone who is in an area with inclement weather to take precautions, those who work outside have to take even more care to remain...
Staying safe while working around conveyor belts
Conveyer belts are used in a lot of factories and warehouses in Ohio. People who perform work using conveyor belts are at risk for injuries from the conveyor belt itself as well as from the ergonomic effects of standing at a conveyor belt. A conveyor system will...