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| 'No one ever just snaps' | | A workplace shooting or other violent incident can harm employees and damage morale. What signs should employers look for to recognize potentially dangerous employees, and how should they respond to the threat? | | 01 January 2013 | | Read More |
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| Preventing slips, trips and falls | Reduce your risk of slips, trips and falls by keeping floors clean and clear of clutter, maintaining good lighting both indoors and on outdoor walkways, and more.
| | 01 June 2012 | | Read More |
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| Improve indoor air quality | | Workers exposed to poor indoor air quality may experience headaches, shortness of breath, coughing or nausea. | | 01 March 2012 | | Read More |
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| Lower the risk of occupational homicide | | Although OSHA has no standard regarding occupational homicide, it can be a significant risk, especially for workers in what NIOSH deems “high-risk workplaces.” These workplaces include liquor stores, taxicabs, motels, gas stations and jewelry stores. | | 01 November 2011 | | Read More |
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| Avoid electrical hazards in the office | | The high volume of electrical equipment in a typical office can expose workers to serious electrical hazards, including shocks, burns and fire, the Rosslyn, VA-based Electrical Safety Foundation International warns. | | 01 October 2011 | | Read More |
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| Safe on the home front | | In December 2010, President Barack Obama signed the Telework Enhancement Act, which required government agencies to establish a policy on working outside the office and identify which employees would be eligible to do so. The act also required government agencies to incorporate a telework program into their emergency plans for natural disasters or other emergencies. | | 01 July 2011 | | Read More |
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| Special concerns? | | According to experts, most individuals with intellectual disabilities are capable of performing a variety of jobs responsibly and safely. Yet few of these individuals are active in the workforce. | | 01 July 2011 | | Read More |
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| Recognizing hidden dangers: 25 steps to a safer office | | A job where most of the work tasks are completed while sitting in a chair in a climate-controlled office building would seem less fraught with danger. However, a surprising number of hazards can be present in an office setting. | | 01 June 2011 | | Read More |
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| An effort worth making | | June is National Safety Month. I hope that for many workplaces, the observance serves as an extension of a strong safety culture already in place. | | 01 June 2011 | | Read More |
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| Provide safe on-the-job training | On-the-job training can be helpful for new employees, for those who switch job roles, or when your organization begins using new equipment or methods. However, such training requires special attention, according to the National Safety Council.
| | 14 January 2011 | | Read More |
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| The dangers of canned air | Canned air is commonly used in offices to clean dust from equipment such as computers and shredders. These products often are used without incident; however, lack of training in proper use can lead to flash fires and injuries, warns the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
| | 12 January 2011 | | Read More |
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| Avoiding neck pain during computer work | | Frequently using a computer may cause ergonomics issues, warns the Rosemont, IL-based American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. | | 12 January 2011 | | Read More |
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| Watch your step | | One of the most common accidents in office settings is falls. Employees are 2.5 times more likely to suffer a disabling fall in an office setting than anywhere else | | 01 April 2009 | | Read More |
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