Safety

I t’s no surprise that communal gyms can quickly become a health risk if not correctly cared for and cleaned. Keeping an apartment or townhouse complex community gym clean requires more than just a few wipes from a rag or a quick sweep of a vacuum. A study done by Environ Health found that the surfaces of treadmills, weight machines, and other standard gym equipment are teeming with bacteria and other infectious germs. If you w

W inter isn’t coming—it’s here. The falling snow and frigid air are good reminders to prepare your workplace for the winter months ahead. From power outages to workplace injuries, winter weather can have some chilling effects on your business operations. Read on to understand why workplace safety is important and the winter workplace safety measures your organization should take this seaso

B uilding managers face headaches when winter brings snow, slush, and ice melt to much of the country. OSHA mandates that employers keep walking-working surfaces free of snow and ice because the mess that winter weather can leave behind can cause trips and falls. The floors' wear and tear is also accelerated by tracked-in salt and snow. Below are a few things employers can do to not only keep people safe, but also promote longevity of flooring and keep a clean and tidy working environment:

S afety glove technology has progressed by leaps and bounds over the last several decades. With innovative features like cut protection, chemical protection, and heat resistance, workers can protect themselves against a wide range of workplace hazards. A study published by the Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety found that wearing gloves lowers the risk of acute occupational

For those who live and work in coastal regions, Hurricanes are an unwelcome, yet consistent threat in the summer and falls months of the year. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have predicted that 2021 will be a particularly active year for hurricanes with a likely range of 13 to 20 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 6 to 10 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3 to 5 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher) expected.

The danger of a fire in a manufacturing plant or warehouse can be severe and potentially life-threatening. Equipment or machinery that is not properly maintained can pose a significant fire hazard, and widespread fire damage could be destructive to the business company running operations. Manager should always take fire safety seriously and prepare for potential fires to keep both employees and merchandise protected. There are several precautions and actions a company can take to prevent and contain a warehouse fire. Below are six fire safety tips to keep you safe and prepared:

Workplace safety programs and procedures have many elements, all of which are vital to keeping people safe while working. Safety signs play a crucial role in many aspects of safety from notifying workers and customers of tripping hazards and PPE requirements to explaining arc flash and chemical hazards.

J une 21 marks the first day of summer and as the temperature outside continues to climb, so too do the risks of working outside in the heat. Each year, thousands of employees experience some type of illness or injury from becoming overheated on the job. Without proper attention to the rising temperatures, fatal heat stroke can occur. Risks can be minimized with care and attention to the hot summer heat. Summertime is one of

W elding work brings certain hazards, regardless of what safety protocols companies have in place. Minimizing these risks requires extensive training, skill, and expertise from employers and employees alike. When important safety measures are ignored, welders could face serious injuries and illnesses. Here is a look at some of the most common welding safety hazards and how to safeguard against these harmful threats.