SOS Safety Solutions Announces Promotion of Brad Penrose to VP – Chief Safety Officer
SHARON, PA, 6/16/2026 – SOS Safety Solutions is pleased to announce the promotion of Brad Penrose to Vice President – Chief Safety Officer. Brad has been a valuable member of the SOS Safety Solutions team for the past six years and has played an integral role in supporting the company’s profitable growth in the Southeast. […]
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’ […]
Prevent Falls in Your Workplace
Were you aware that falls “are the fifth leading cause of deaths on the job and accounted for roughly 724 fatalities in one recent year?” In addition to the human tragedy, workplace falls take an added toll in direct and indirect costs such as medical expenses, lost work time, insurance, workers’ compensation, lost productivity, and […]
Fleet Safety: Road Rage
Imagine this: You get in your car, put your seat belt on, put the car in “drive,” and head to work. Someone cuts you off in traffic and you become a whole different person – and likely not a version that you’re proud of. If this has happened to you, you may be experiencing road […]
Muscle Strains & Sprains
Did you know misusing or not properly preparing your body for physical activity can lead to painful and hindering muscle strains and sprains? Your body experiences physical stress as you perform certain functions and activities, both on and off the job. Strains and sprains can cause pain and limit the activities you can perform. They are […]
The Importance of Accurate, Detailed Recordkeeping
Did you know employers with more than 10 employees are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and illnesses? OSHA’s Recordable Injuries or Illnesses Employers must keep accurate, detailed records of incidents that occur in their workplace. In fact, it is required by federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. Keeping such […]
Winter Driving: Weather The Road
Do you enjoy driving in the winter? Cold temperatures, limited visibility, slippery roads – that’s what winter driving is like in many parts of the country. “After months of clear, dry roads, even experienced drivers can find themselves struggling to maintain control of their vehicle once ice and snow return.” Synergy Comp encourages you to […]