OSHA Standards: A Comprehensive Guide to Workplace Safety & Compliance
Around the middle of the 20th century, the manufacturing and industrial sectors in the USA witnessed a growing concern about the large number of work-related accidents, injuries, and deaths. With safety advocates and labor unions harping on the need for better protection of countless workers, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was born in […]
What Are the Hidden Costs of Ignoring Workplace Injuries
In 2022, the total cost of workplace injuries in the USA was estimated at $167 billion ($1,390,000 per death and $40,000 per injury that required medical consultation). The total figure was based on healthcare and administrative costs, wage loss, fire loss, etc. As a heavy-industry employer, it is essential to remember that there are many […]
2025 Workplace Safety Trends: 6 Ways to Support Your Employees
Operating in a heavy industry means your employees are exposed to the risk of injuries to at least some extent – whether they involve minor cuts and burns or severe fractures and falls. You must know the latest workplace safety tips to prevent accidents, minimize business interruptions, ensure worker satisfaction, lower compensation costs, and comply […]
The Top 10 Workplace Safety Tips for 2025
Prevention is always better than cure when it comes to workplace injuries, whether you operate in the oil and gas, construction, mining, or chemical sector. Following smart workplace safety tips can help you achieve just that. Additionally, the lower the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordable incident rate, the better your business reputation and […]
What Are the 4 Workplace Safety Suggestions Recommended by OSHA?
For over 50 years, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has played an integral role in driving worker well-being and reducing illnesses, injuries, and fatalities across sectors by outlining and enforcing specific regulations or standards. As an employer in a heavy industry, complying with OSHA workplace standards is essential to avoid penalties, maintain your […]
Understanding OSHA Guidelines: Which Musculoskeletal Treatments Are Recordable?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, private sector employers witnessed 976,090 musculoskeletal issues in employees during 2021-22, which involved days away from work, job restrictions, or transfer (DART). From muscle strain and back pain to carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis, these disorders can be of many kinds and need prompt treatment to ensure […]
Benefits of Telephone Triage for Businesses
Did you know that in 1972, the U.S. witnessed 10.9 incidents of injuries and ailments for every 100 workers on average? However, with more and more employers taking workplace safety seriously and complying with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, the figure came down to 2.4 in 2023. As a heavy-industry employer, that doesn’t […]
How Safety Protocols Improve Employee Productivity and Health
The importance of workplace safety cannot be emphasized enough, especially in industries that involve high-risk environments, heavy machinery, dangerous tools, or hazardous chemicals. As an employer, keeping workers safe isn’t just a thoughtful act. It doesn’t just directly impact their health and productivity but also your business’s continuity and success. In 2023, the U.S. private […]
Top Benefits of Remote Treatment for Workplace Injuries
In 2023, as per reports from private industry employers, the number of nonfatal workplace injuries and ailments in the USA was estimated to be 2.6 million in the USA. Of these, 946,500 cases required days away from work (DAFW). There is no denying that workplace injuries are not only common but can also interrupt your […]
How Occupational Health Services Improve Employee Productivity
Last year, private sector employers in the USA reported close to 2.6 million instances of illnesses and injuries. The total recordable cases incidence rate was 2.4 for every 100 workers working full-time equivalent. While the figures have declined over the years, workforce occupational health is, and will always be, a crucial area of focus for […]
