When people get hurt at work, they usually sustain sprains, strains, and tears, which accounted for 30.7% of the injuries that were documented by Foresight. Does this mean that you should be investing in teaching them how to be safe? Should you put them through OSHA general industry training? Here’s why that’s a good idea…

Working in the mining industry is an inherently risky profession that only becomes more dangerous as the career progresses. For example, our studies report that nearly 14 Americans are killed every at on the job, many of which are miners. Thankfully, the Mine Health and Health Association (MHSA) has created MSHA training to help miners…

Every business, large or small, can benefit from OSHA training. Basic OSHA training teaches employees how to stay safe at work. It also focuses on safety and health topics for entry-level general industry workers. Here is more helpful information on OSHA training.   What is OSHA?   The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is a…

Hazardous materials transportation training and other safety training are not only necessary to ensure safety, but in many cases, it is mandatory under the law. Hazardous materials transportation and other safety training ensure that employees know the dangers of ignoring safety protocols. Here are five reasons you should have annual safety training for your employees.…

If you work with hazardous items, training is essential for ensuring the safety of yourself and those around you. Failure to properly handle and contain these materials can have catastrophic consequences ranging from injury to death. Read further to understand six reasons why hazardous materials training is essential. 1. Understand Regulatory Requirements OSHA, MSHA, DOT,…

Of the 4,764 workers who died on the job in 2020, logistics and supply chain workers accounted for 1,282 of them, and employees involved in construction and extraction accounted for 976, according to the United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Many of these deaths could have been prevented with the proper…

It’s no secret that the workplace can be a dangerous place. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2019, 27% of the 888,220 nonfatal work injuries were related to slips, trips, and falls. That’s why it’s important for employers to take steps to make their employees feel safe at work. Here are a few…

According to the Pew Research Center, 157 million Americans worked in the United States in 2019. Moreover, nearly 165 million people took part in the labor force in the first three quarters of 2022, according to Statista. That’s an increase of over 10 million workers. Although some workers avoid dangerous occupations, others prefer overcoming daily…

MSHA, the Mine Safety and Health Administration, and OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, oversee worker safety. Still, OSHA sets standards for all occupations, while MSHA sets them for mining and extraction jobs. As of August 2019, according to the Pew Research Center, OSHA held responsibility for upwards of 157 million US workers. In…

People have varying professions globally, and all have different requirements. Some don’t understand the essence of having the proper safety attire and training for the job. Without the proper materials and training, employees can incur severe injuries. According to Canlas Law Group, about 14 Americans perish on the job daily. This makes it essential to…