As summer approaches and the days get longer, the dangers of working outside during hot weather increase. The most significant contributor to the spike in workers' compensation claims is often heat-related illnesses. Every year, workers become ill on the job, and some even lose their lives...
Merrian Webster defines the service industry as "a type of business that provides services to customers rather than producing a product." Service industries include banking, warehouse distribution, housing authorities, hotels/casinos, and food services, among many other sectors. In this article, we will be focusing solely on the...
What is your company’s most valuable resource? If you said the people, good job – you're correct! As a supervisor, you take part in many critical roles in the success of your business. However, protecting the company’s most valuable resource, the people is the most critical role of...
Written by Safety Professional at SOS Safety Solutions, Brennan Perry. The food service industry presents a variety of challenges pertaining to employee safety. Exposures can include lacerations, burns, strains, sprains, and contusions. Food service employees are expected to prepare meals and beverages for customers and patrons...
Written by Safety Professionals at SOS Safety Solutions, Brad Penrose. What is Hazard Communication? The Hazard Communication Standard (1910.1200) or HazCom requires employers to provide their employees with information on any hazardous chemicals they may come in contact with within their workplace. For this reason, it’s often...