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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 ...
Elementary Electrical Safety Awareness
Electrical safety in the workplace is crucial for the well-being of employees and the overall success of businesses. While millions use electricity daily without incident, the statistics from the National Institute of Health are alarming: around 1,00...
Examining Visual Acuity for Safe Driving
Visual acuity plays a crucial role in driving safety, as it allows us to see the road clearly and react to potential hazards. Regular eye exams are essential for maintaining optimal visual acuity and ensuring safe journeys on the road. Prioritizing v...
Dynamic Desk Decisions
Discover the benefits of dynamic workstations and the different types of desks to consider for a seamless transition between sitting and standing. From height-adjustable desks to desk converters and standing bias desks, we explore the pros and cons o...
Celebrating a Safe and Neurodiverse Workforce
In this edition of the MEMIC Safety Net Blog, the focus is on promoting workplace safety and inclusivity for neurodiverse individuals. It highlights the unique needs and challenges faced by individuals with conditions like autism, dyslexia, and ADHD,...
The Overall Benchmark for Safety Performance: Keeping People Safe
OSHA has made significant strides in workplace safety since 1970, reducing worker deaths per day from 38 to 15. It's crucial to go beyond compliance, adapting safety measures to changing hazards and regulations. Compliance alone may not suffice, with...
The Pressure Is on to Address Hydraulic Injection Injuries
Workers can suffer hydraulic or high-pressure injection injuries when a substance is accidentally injected under the skin while working with or around high-pressure equipment. These injuries can result in amputation or loss of life if not recognized ...
OSHA Recordkeeping: Timing is Everything (Part 3 of 3)
In this final installment of the “who, how, and what” of OSHA recordkeeping, we address the “when and how”. Timely recordkeeping is crucial, with OSHA 300 log entries required within seven days of a recordable incident. For accurate details, consult ...
New Year, New OSHA Log (Part 2 of 3)
In Part 2 of the blog series, "OSHA Recordkeeping: New Year, New OSHA Log," the focus shifts to the "what" questions surrounding the OSHA 300 Log. Employers are guided through the complexities of recording work-related injuries/illnesses, including.....
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