Since 2011, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 436 people have died due to workplace heat exposure, with an annual average of 38 deaths between 2011 and 2019. Thousands…
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has a National Emphasis Program (NEP) to reduce or eliminate injuries and fatalities associated with falls while working at heights in all industries….
Warmer weather is upon us, and with that comes an increase in construction work zones. Construction work zones are an essential part of maintaining and upgrading our roads and infrastructure….
Continuing a trend over the past several years, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is stepping up their game when it comes to civil penalties for not complying with…
Each year, millions of Americans make New Year’s resolutions to start their new year. According to a poll by Statistica, the top New Year resolutions for 2023 are exercise more,…
The second week of January is Home Office Safety and Security Week. With the overwhelming change to online everything, home offices have become a necessity. This shift in work life…
Summer heat can be more than uncomfortable—it can be a threat to your health, especially for older adults and children. Whatever your age, don’t let the summer heat get the…
As summer is just around the corner bringing these hot summer months, there are important considerations for contractors to consider. OSHA‘s Heat Illness Prevention program is intended to educate employers…
As we settle into the winter season, there is an increased chance that you might end up stranded- and even worse, in winter weather. Unfortunately, this reality is all too…
This blog was inspired by this press release from the PA Department of Labor & Industry Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. On June 30, 2021, Act 57 of the PA Worker’s…