Ohio truck drivers may find their vehicles, and their cargo loads in particular, undergoing a close inspection during June 6-8. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has announced that its annual International Roadcheck inspection blitz will occur over this 72-hour...
How to drive safely in bad weather
Weather conditions can affect driving safety in a number of ways. For most people, however, staying home in bad weather is not a realistic option. Understanding weather-related dangers and how to minimize or avoid them can go a long way towards helping you stay safe...
Avoiding injury as a landscaper
Due to the heat and tools that landscapers use, it can be a dangerous job. Ohio workers in this occupation can easily be hurt by sharp or blunt instruments, and too much time in the sun can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke in extreme cases. The best way to...
Protective eyewear cuts work-related eye injuries by 90 percent
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, approximately 2,000 U.S. workers are treated for job-related eye injuries each day. However, 90 percent of these injuries can be prevented by wearing proper eye protection. In an effort to raise public awareness on...
Chains, ladders and fall protection
Ohio workers who use ladders in their jobs to complete tasks should be aware of the proper fall protection measures. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, self-closing gates, not chains, should be used on ladders. Using a chain to secure a...
