In this current economic downturn, some people are sounding the alarm that workplace violence is on the increase
“We are seeing an increase in workplace violence across the country, and it’s likely to get a lot worse as the unemployment rate continues to escalate,” says Jack Levin, the Irving and Betty Brudnick professor of sociology and [...]

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HAZCOM (Hazard Communication) program is a written plan developed to protect you from the hazards posed by chemical materials used in the workplace.
The plan covers aspects of identifying, handling, using, storing and disposing of chemicals and other hazardous materials used in your job in a safe manner.
HAZCOM programs are mandated by the [...]

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The term “substance abuse” can mean many things:

The overuse of alcohol.
Misuse of over-the-counter medications and prescription drugs.
Use of illegal drugs.
Inhaling noxious vapors, such as solvents, lighter fluid and glue.
Eating “magic mushrooms” or other hallucinogenic plants.

A person who has been using drugs or alcohol has a significantly increased risk of having an accident. Drugs [...]

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We often take it for granted–walking from point ‘a’ to point ‘b’ while on the job. But, a routine situation can change quickly and dramatically because of slips, trips and falls-the culprit in the majority of workplace accidents.
A study on slips, trips and falls by the National Safety Council states:

Slips, trips, and falls represent a [...]

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Every year OSHA requires employers covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-596) to post a summary (OSHA Form 300A) of illnesses and job-related injuries that occurred the previous year.
This information must be posted for three months, from February 1 to April 30, and the illness and injury records, also [...]

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According to the the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), in 2006 there were 1.6 million fires resulting in property damages estimated at $11.3 billion.
Over the same period, fire was the cause of 16,400 injuries and 3,245 civilian deaths. Additionally, 106 firefighters lost their lives in the line of duty.
The USFA also reports that in 2006 [...]

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The purpose of an Emergency Action Plan is to help you prepare for dealing with emergencies–to protect your employees from serious injury or loss of life and to minimize property loss or other potential damage to your business
Emergency action plans allow you plan ahead. It allows you to educate, train and prepare your employees [...]

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Today, the vast majority of Americans regularly access computers. This includes the many millions who use computers daily at work. As we spend increasing amounts of time at our computer workstation, we need to be aware of how the design and arrangement of our equipment can impact our comfort, health, and productivity.
It is important [...]

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Hand and power tools are a necessity on any work site. However, there are a number of hazards involved in using both hand and power tools which can cause significant injuries (the use of screwdrivers alone causes tens of thousands of injuries each year).
That is why OSHA is encouraging employers and employees to recognize [...]

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To avoid risks to health, OSHA encourages building managers, custodians, and others responsible for building maintenance to learn how to avoid, control and remove mold in buildings. The key to controlling mold is moisture.
Here are 10 tips from OSHA:

1. Repair plumbing leaks and leaks in the building structure as soon as possible.

2. [...]

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