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Numbers at Work: Nurses Say Needlesticks Huge Concern

A 2008 survey conducted by the American Nurses Association says needlesticks are a serious concern for the nursing industry. Sixty-four percent of the 700 nurses surveyed said that needlestick injuries and exposure to bloodborne agents were regularly...

Healthcare  •  July 07, 2008

Lyme Disease on the Rise

Lyme disease is sometimes a work-related issue and sometimes not. You need to ask yourself if your employee’s job duties put them at risk of contracting the disease.

General, Outdoor Safety  •  July 03, 2008

Don't Lose Your Cool

With the arrival of summer comes the hotter workplace. Depending on where you live, it can be quite a swing in temperature.

General, Construction, Outdoor Safety  •  July 02, 2008

Younger Workers: Willing to Please Even If It Hurts

School is out and kids are looking for work. Approximately 2.3 million will get a job this summer in the U.S. and 157,000 of them will get more than just a pay check—they’ll get hurt on the job too.

General, Youth Safety  •  July 01, 2008

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