The term “office ergonomics” is thrown around so much that it’s easy to dismiss it as a marketing pitch or an excuse to charge more for high-end design. But it’s more than that. Workers today often spend a big portion of their day seated at desks and on computers – and office ergonomics plays a…
Employer’s safety programs are the cornerstones fostering cultures of safety within organizations – and preventing workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses. These programs cover an array of strategies, policies, and safety program components designed to identify, mitigate, and manage workplace hazards effectively. And that’s why everyone needs to understand the essential elements of their employer’s safety…
Every day, employees face common safety hazards at work that can endanger their well-being and compromise productivity. Understanding common workplace hazards, analyzing common safety issues, implementing basic principles of workplace safety and fostering a proactive safety culture are crucial steps in identifying and managing safety-related risks. Common Workplace Hazards The most common workplace hazards vary by…
Many federal and state laws and regulations require employers to protect workers, provide workplace safety training and ensure employee well-being. In fact, these employer safety programs often encompass many aspects of a safe workplace, including physical conditions, equipment, training on common safety issues, and emergency preparedness. But workplace safety is more than a matter of…