November 2018 Articles
Forklifts: Their visible and invisible risks
Lift trucks are vital tools in many industries. They allow workers to maneuver huge loads in tight places. Unfortunately, they also can pose serious threats to workers. Nearly 35,000 serious forklift injuries are reported each year, according to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration. OSHA says more than 80 people...
Fall-protection equipment can cause injury or worse
Federal and state laws require employers to make work environments as safe as possible. To help employers comply with those laws, an entire industry exists around personal protective equipment. When safety equipment poses a hazard Unfortunately, sometimes the equipment meant to protect a worker can cause injury. In the worst...
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