As a responsible leader, safety is your top priority. However, you realize workplace hazards come in many forms you might not immediately recognize. Therefore, you’re committed to educating yourself on these risks, so you can do everything in your power to keep your team safe. Here’s a look at some of the most common forms… Read more »
Due to the nature of your industry, working at your company isn’t without risks. However, you’re committed to doing everything in your power to make your workplace as safe as possible. In 2020, private industry employers reported 2.7 million nonfatal injuries and illnesses, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Whether your company was one… Read more »
Your warehouse is filled with hazardous machinery operated by workers on a daily basis. When used correctly, these machines present minimal danger, but serious accidents can happen if something goes wrong. For example, powered industrial trucks — general industry — and machinery and machine guarding — general industry — were listed among the top 10… Read more »
It’s hard to believe it, but the fourth quarter of the year is on the horizon. Now that September is here, you’re probably trying to take a look at your 2022 goals and make sure you’re on track with everything — including safety. Keeping your workers safe on the job is your top priority, so… Read more »
As the boss, you take employee safety very seriously. The last thing you want is for someone to get hurt on your watch, so you want to do everything possible to protect your team. Of course, you can’t do this all on your own. You need employees to take responsibility for their safety — and… Read more »
Summer is here, and temperatures are rising. You enjoy your warehouse job, but the hot weather can make work more challenging — and potentially dangerous. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, dozens of workers die from heat injury, and thousands more fall ill in extreme heat or humidity. It’s important to know how… Read more »
When your warehouse team arrives at work, you want them to leave in the same physical condition at the end of their shift. June is National Safety Month, making it a great time to ensure they have the proper training to stay safe and healthy at work. In 2020, there were 4,764 fatal work injuries… Read more »
Generally speaking, your company has a good safety record. However, you know it could be better. You want to do everything in your power to keep your workers from becoming another injury statistic — but jobsite accidents happen all the time. In 2020, private industry employers reported 2.7 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses, according… Read more »
Cold temperatures, snow, and ice will be here before you know it. And those things are more than just annoyances. The winter months can present real hazards to your employees, so it’s essential that you are proactive ahead of time to keep your workforce safe. Let’s take a look at a few ways to keep… Read more »