by Bria Robinson | Jan 15, 2021 | Health, Safety
Noise is one of the most prevalent occupational health hazards. Exposure to high levels of noise can cause permanent or temporary hearing loss, depending on the intensity and duration of exposure. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) hearing...
by Bria Robinson | Dec 23, 2020 | Health, Safety
The healthcare industry works directly and indirectly to provide health services to individuals. Healthcare facilities include hospitals, clinics, dental offices, outpatient surgery centers, birthing centers, emergency medical care, home healthcare, and nursing homes....
by Bria Robinson | Nov 5, 2020 | Health, Safety
When an emergency occurs, there is not much time to figure out a plan to get everyone to safety. Emergencies present a variety of hazards for employees in impacted areas. Developing a plan before an emergency happens is crucial in ensuring that your team has the...
by Bria Robinson | Sep 25, 2020 | Health, Safety
Industrial fires can cost companies and governments a significant amount of money and lead to devastating loss of life. According to a recent statistic from the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), an average of 37,000 fires occur in industrial and manufacturing...
by Bria Robinson | Sep 14, 2020 | Health, Safety
If your work involves activities with equipment and machinery such as set-up, un-jamming, repairs, cleaning, servicing, and adjusting, then this blog is for you. The energy feeding into the machinery and equipment (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.)...
by Bria Robinson | Aug 7, 2020 | Health, Safety
As summer continues in full force, it is important to consider methods to keep workers protected from heat related illness while wearing face coverings. Here are some tips to keep employees working outside or in labor intensive positions healthy in the heat: Ensure...
