Category: Safety

February 20, 2021
Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter
Winter weather can create various driving challeges. Cold temperatures make it difficult for engines to work properly, while snow limits tire traction and salt causes rust on exterior…

February 12, 2021
Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
Purpose This policy establishes what procedures will be implemented to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses at its facilities. Scope This policy applies to all employees. It also applies to vendors working…

February 09, 2021
OSHA Electronic Reports Are Due March 2
Each year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires certain employers to submit information from their OSHA Form 300A electronically. Affected employers must submit their reports using…

January 25, 2021
Understanding Fall Protection Equipment Warranty Requirements
Employers that are using fall protection equipment (e.g., personal fall arrest systems, connection components or anchors) should understand the manufacturers’ warranty requirements and instructions. Following these warranty requirements…

January 19, 2021
Combating Workplace Safety Complacency
As an employer, you want your staff to feel comfortable in their job roles and capable of performing workplace tasks effectively. However, this comfort shouldn’t come at the…

January 13, 2021
REMINDER: Post your OSHA Log Summary by Feb. 1
It’s that time of year: Feb. 1 marks the deadline for you to tabulate your annual OSHA Log Summary (OSHA Form 300A) and post it in a common…

December 30, 2020
De-icing Outdoor Walking Surfaces in Winter
Keeping outdoor walking surfaces—such as parking lots and sidewalks—clear of ice in the winter is a crucial practice at many workplaces. Not only does ice removal offer aesthetic…

November 30, 2020
Preparing for an OSHA Inspection
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the government agency that monitors and enforces compliance with workplace safety laws. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Compliance…

November 04, 2020
Using the Hierarchy of Controls to Address Workplace Hazards
Regardless of the industry they operate in, businesses of all kinds have to contend with a variety of workplace hazards—hazards that jeopardize the health and well-being of their…

September 04, 2020
Root Cause Analysis During Incident Investigations
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) urge employers, owners and operators to conduct a root cause analysis following an incident or…

September 03, 2020
National Safety Stand – Down September 14-18
This year's National Safety Stand-down to prevent falls in the construction industry is September 14-18, 2020. The National Safety Stand-down encourages employers to talk to their workers about fall…

February 10, 2020
OSHA Injury Reporting Flowchart
Are you unsure if your organization's safety reporting processes are compliant with OSHA standards? Save this infographic for an easy-to-use reference point. OSHA Injury Reporting Flowchart