Our hands are a marvel of the human body, affording us the ability to grasp objects and design tools to construct a modern society.  Think of all you do in the course of a day with your hands and now imagine what it would be like to lose a hand ...

Have you ever wondered if an injury is recordable on your OSHA 300 log?  If so, I recommend that you go straight to the OSHA website (www.OSHA.gov, Section 1904.7(b)(5)(ii)). Some injuries resulting in first aid care are not recordable. But what...

Working during the winter months can provide many opportunities to be outdoors when it is very cold. While outdoor winter work is necessary, not being prepared for the cold challenge can increase your risk for injury. The CDC provides some good infor...

I was recently watching an old episode of the Discovery Channel’s “Dirty Jobs.” The episode title was “Safety Third.” I was intrigued. The official network blurb said: "In a thoughtful look back at his most challenging ...

It’s summertime, and that means hot temperatures. Employees who work outdoors or inside hot environments are at risk for heat stress illnesses. In fact, it’s not surprising to see many production environments that are not air conditioned,...

What a great question. It is often answered by professional ergonomists, safety consultants, physical and occupational therapists, and the like with – it depends. Helpful right? The fact is, it depends on several factors such as the size of t...

Hands come in different sizes and shapes.  When choosing a tool for the job picking a tool that fits your hand makes the work more efficient.  A handle too large or too small will cause early fatigue because of over or under gripping. ...

An organization’s safety program begins with the hiring process. In an effort to hire the “right person” for the job, hiring managers often use online resources in addition to telephone and personal interviews.  These include c...

In January 2017, OSHA issued its final rule for beryllium.  Standards were issued for the general industry (1910.1024), shipyard industry (1915.1024) and the construction industry (1926.1124).  More information on where beryllium is present...

The November 2013 issue of Traffic Safety Facts, published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) contains some interesting statistics. Since transportation incidents account for the highest percentage of workplace deaths thes...