Many businesses don’t take enought precautions to prevent accidents at work. It is no secret that proactive site safety practices and appropriate work safety awareness lead to fewer accidents, OSHA violations and injuries in the workplace. This blog will make you understand how crucial yet common mistakes can result in
In the construction industry, there’s a lack of skilled workers, which has been a problem for a long time in the UK. This issue got worse due to Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic. A study by City & Guilds showed that 1 in 20 construction companies feel their workers don’t
Honoring the Fallen: Reflecting on Workers’ Memorial Day Workers’ Memorial Day is recognized on April 28 to highlight the importance of occupational health and safety. This day is also the commemoration of the workers who perished because of workplace hazards and a call to have better workplaces. Today, the situation
The Rope descent system stands as a crucial apparatus, ensuring the well-being of workers navigating vertical spaces. This article delves into the intricacies of what a Rope descent system is, why it’s imperative to follow standardized protocols, the historical context preceding its standardization, the transformation brought about by its establishment,
OSHA or Occupational Safety and Health Administration is responsible for ensuring workplaces are secure in various industries. Now, the safety this organization oversees isn’t from any imminent danger, but rather from occupational hazards—hence the name. Now, when OSHA was commissioned in 1972, workplace incidents averaged around 10.9 workers per 100.
Workers in the construction industry face hazards while they are on the job. But thanks to the gift of information technology, it just takes a simple click for safety education now. All you have to do is benefit from platforms like OSHA Outreach Courses and you get access to OSHA
As the holidays approach, people are hurrying to their local stores and online shopping sites to buy something special for their loved ones. Everyone wants their gifts to carry sentimental value, and while sweaters and socks are nice, nothing says thoughtful quite like the gift of safety. Accidents can occur