How opioid painkiller use can impact a workers’ compensation claim
Studies have shown that injured workers given high doses of opioid painkillers end up spending significantly more time off work due to ...
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Prevent late-winter slips and falls at the workplace
Cycles of melting and re-freezing can put you and your employees at greater risk for slip-and-fall injuries. -
Fatigue and sleep deprivation in the workplace common, studies find
Sleep is often undervalued. Emphasizing the benefits of sleep at your workplace will encourage your employees to go from sleep-deprived ... -
Managing hazardous chemical risks in the workplace
One area that can present consistent challenges is the rigorous compliance standards for proper management of hazardous chemicals in the ... -
Occupational injuries in health care: Injury rates and causes
Did you know that workers in hospitals and nursing homes have higher injury rates than workers in manufacturing, construction or ... -
Keeping problem employees on staff can increase workers’ compensation costs
Once a workers’ compensation claim has been filed, disciplining or firing an employee can become much more complicated, and costly. -
How to develop a workplace severe weather policy
There’s not always an easy answer to dealing with severe weather situations, but the first step is to have a ... -
The dangers of drowsy driving
Even if you're not falling asleep at the wheel, drowsy driving poses a risk to your life and others. -
Safety tips for home health care workers
Home health care workers face many unique safety risks while on the job. -
Optimizing safety programs for all generations
Thinking through your safety program with all of your employees' needs in mind will take time and effort, but it ...
