Category Archives: Stop Violence


Sep

30

2014
Workers in the marijuana industry face unique safety concerns

Workers in the marijuana industry face unique safety concerns

The marijuana industry comes with its own unique set of safety hazards, Washington OSHA Implementing preventative safety measures in this emerging industry will help to combat potential hazards as they arise. OSHA has compiled a series of issues for employees who work with marijuana to look out for. The lists cover all types of jobs, from producers and growers to processors and retailers. Producers and…

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Sep

29

2014
Workplace violence: How do you spot them?

Workplace violence: How do you spot them?

Recently An Oklahoma woman was killed by an ex-coworker who beheaded her with a knife. The attacker came to the workplace with a knife and proceeded to stab and kill the woman. When episodes of violence occur, people often wonder, Could I have done anything to prevent this? Workplace violence is no exception. OSHA says almost two million Americans report being victims of workplace violence…

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