It is the time of year when most farms are servicing, maintaining and repairing the wide variety of equipment that is used to till, plant and harvest. The farm shop is the scene of many incidents that involve the eyes, hands, and feet.

As we begin 2013, if you are like most people, you have probably made a New Year’s Resolution. Consider the same for your business and more specifically, your injury prevention program.

Analyzing work dates back more than 100 years ago from pioneers like Frederick Taylor, and Frank and Lillian Gilbreth.

A few of my business account contacts have posed the question of what to look for in an ergonomic chair. The short answer is adjustment features.

Now that we have outlasted Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday it’s time to face the rest of the holiday season. Our goal at MEMIC is to help you do so safely, so please consider the following.

As the winter weather grows closer on the horizon it’s time to consider the condition and selection of the tires on our vehicles. Snow, ice, and slush on the roadways greatly affect the handling and performance of cars and trucks.

The majority of the injuries that occur are not related to unsafe workplace conditions, but connected to behavioral issues in the workplace. Real success calls for a recipe with a dash of OSHA compliance, a touch of behavioral sciences, and all plac...

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, injury and illness cases requiring days away from work remained largely unchanged from the prior year, although overexertion rates increased. Musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) rates also increased compa...

Autumn is one of the prettiest times of year. The trees are changing colors creating a spectacular view. Autumn also presents a set of challenges when driving.

The Seven Steps to Stagnation, often cited to prevent change, have been heard time and time again by MEMIC consultants when discussing workplace safety. Take a look at this list and see if you, your coworker, supervisor, or even company owner has us...