2024 Solar Eclipse: Workers’ Comp Insights
As celestial phenomena go, few capture the imagination quite like the 2024 solar eclipse. On April 8, 2024, North America will witness one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles as the moon casts its shadow across the continent, plunging areas into temporary darkness. While millions marveled at the cosmic ballet, for employers and workers, particularly those […]
The Importance of Industrial Ergonomics
What is Industrial Ergonomics? Industrial ergonomics is defined as “the design and use of equipment and systems that do not damage industrial workers’ health or it can also be explained as the study of adapting job tasks to human abilities and natural body movements.” “Employers spend up to $20 billion a year on direct costs for MSD-related workers’ […]
CPR 101
We all hope that a life-threatening emergency will never transpire at our workplace. They are usually unexpected and frightening if you are not adequately trained. How would you prepare your team members to help in a life-threatening emergency before a certified first aid provider or EMS personnel arrive? Would you offer advanced CPR classes at […]
Use It or Lose It: The Importance of PPE
It only takes a second to decide to use it, or lose it. You can replace a glove, safety glasses or any other piece of equipment, but we cannot replace you. Because accidents occur in a split second, personal protective equipment could potentially save your life. Personal Protective Equipment Personal protective equipment (PPE) is designed […]
Essential Winter Weather Safety Tips
Regardless of where you live, you are likely to face some type of severe winter weather at some point in your life. If you live in the Northeast or Midwest, unfortunately, you still have 2-3 months left of winter. This means 2-3 months left of wearing multiple layers, seeing your breath, and freezing temperatures. But […]
5 Ladder Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time of joy. There’s nothing more festive than passing by a beautiful house lit by Christmas lights and decorations. Christmas lights, string lights, and other outdoor lighting can beautify your home, increase your use of outdoor spaces, and bring cheer. However, most Christmas lights are hung by climbing a ladder […]
How To Prevent Back Pain and Injury Prevention
Nearly all adults experience back pain at some point in their working lives. The Bureau of Labor reports that 20% of all illnesses and injuries that occur in the workplace are related to the back. Were you aware that how you lift, how you sit and stand, and even how you bend over, can affect […]
4 Simple Tips for Driver Wellness
Driver wellness has become a major issue for the transportation industry. According to the American Sleep Foundation, about 1/2 of U.S. adult drivers openly admitted to getting behind the wheel of the vehicle while feeling drowsy. “About 20% admit to falling asleep behind the wheel at some point in the past year – with more than 40% admitting this […]
Office Ergonomics: What You Need to Know
What is Ergonomics? Ergonomics is defined as “the science of fitting the job to the worker – not the worker to the job.” When the opposite occurs, the worker could develop musculoskeletal disorders or MSDs. MSDs are “injuries and disorders that affect the human body’s movement or musculoskeletal system (i.e. muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, discs, […]
How to Prevent Slips, Trips & Falls
The most general industry incidents involve slips, trips, and falls. Such accidents can be a result of a lapse of attention, quality of the floor, or even incorrect footwear. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, slips, trips, and falls make up most of the general industry accidents, which account for: 15% of all accidental […]