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Managing Driving Risks in an Aging Workforce
As more employees over 65 continue driving for work, employers must address the unique safety risks associated with aging drivers. Older adults face higher crash severity, physical and cognitive changes, medication effects, and challenges using moder...
Winter Doesn’t Skip the South: What Employers Need to Know
Southern states may feel spared from harsh winters, but rapid weather changes, fog, temperature swings, and icy conditions still create serious workplace hazards. Limited experience with winter weather and inadequate infrastructure can increase risks...
The Dangers of Distraction
Distractions in today’s digital workplace pose serious risks to safety and productivity. A Screen Education survey found 59% of employees are phone-distracted at work, with 24% reporting incidents linked to digital distractions. Such distractions can...
Don’t Sleep on the Risks of Fatigue at Your Workplace
Fatigue is a critical but often overlooked workplace hazard that can impair judgment, slow reaction times, and decrease overall performance, leading to higher rates of incidents and injuries. Factors such as long shifts, irregular hours, and chronic ...
Mini Skid Steer Loaders: Small Machines, Big Headaches?
The growing popularity of mini skid steer loaders among small contractors, particularly arborists and landscapers, offers an efficient alternative to costly and scarce manual labor. These compact loaders can access narrow spaces and previously inacce...
Ensuring Roadway Safety Beyond the Holiday Season
The importance of preventing impaired driving extends beyond the holiday season, with ongoing risks on the road. Companies can mitigate this risk with clear policies and education for employees. Tips include arranging transportation, moderating alcoh...
Mastering Golf Cart Safety in the Workplace
The growing adoption of golf carts for workplace transportation highlights the critical need for clear safety guidelines. Despite their versatility, the absence of specific regulations has led to a surge in incidents. Approximately 15,000 injuries an...
On the Road to Safety: Why Driving Should Be on Your Company's Safety Radar
Driving can be a significant hazard for many job roles that involve commuting or operating company vehicles. This blog highlights the importance of integrating road risks into a broad company safety plan. The risks associated with driving can impact ...
Park and Protect: Ensuring a Safe Environment for Parking Lot Attendants
This MEMIC blog discusses the importance of ensuring safety for parking lot attendants. It highlights several safety measures that can be implemented to protect parking attendants, such as adequate lighting, high-visibility clothing, clear signage an...
Unearthing the Challenges of Mud
Springtime in Maine and other northern states brings not only awakening and renewal but also plenty of mud. For contractors, this means facing the challenges of "Mud Season" and the increased hazards and risks it brings. Rushed decisions during this ...
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