20
2015
How to spell the word ‘SAFETY’
Experience has shown the predominant small- to mid-size company perception of occupational safety is best summarized by the name of a major river in Africa. The fact that you are reading this article establishes your understanding of the key elements necessary for keeping that job running smoothly, incident- and injury-free. How do you do it? The Number One Basic Action: Just Say the Word: Tell…
18
2015
Contractor: My competitors have waged an OSHA war
A roofing contractor says competing companies have started an “OSHA war” by reporting violations by their competitors. He says he now has no choice but to “stoop to their level.” This all started with the most recent fines issued by OSHA to Tip Top Roofing & Construction, based in Sycamore, IL, in connection with a residential construction project. OSHA issued two willful and four serious violations…
14
2015
Advanced Safety System May Have Prevented Crash
For more than four decades, the National Transportation Safety Board badgered presidents and lawmakers to adopt a sophisticated automated railway safety system. It finally got its way, and the system is supposed to be installed nationwide by the end of the year. But that’s too late for the passengers and crew on an Amtrak Northeast Regional Train, seven of whom were killed and scores more…
13
2015
7 ideas for Employee Health and Fitness Month
May is Employee Health and Fitness Month, an opportunity to get on board the wellness bandwagon with programs to keep your workers healthy. Get ideas and inspiration here. Employee Health and Fitness Month is held annually to promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle to employers and workers. According to the National Association for Health and Fitness (http://www.physicalfitness.org), workplace wellness programs benefit employ…ers by delivering…