Drugs and Alcohol Workplace Trends

The trends between alcohol and drug use in the workplace are interesting. According to a recent study funded by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, about 15 percent of U.S. workers, or 19.2 million workers, are under the influence of alcohol at least occasionally while on the job. Managers are more likely impaired on the job than are their reports. Workplace alcohol use is more prevalent with men than women, younger workers than older ones, unmarried than married, and more use by employees working on the evening shift, night shift, and irregular shifts.


Read More: http://ohsonline.com/Articles/2007/08/Drugs-and-Alcohol-Workplace-Trends.aspx

Health, safety concerns knock on HR doors - human resource management - Legal Trends

If it hasn't already, monitoring the safety of the workplace could become part of any HR professional's job description. A convincing argument can be made that these concerns should fall into the human resource domain, at least to some extent, since occupational safety and health promise to be a pivotal issue.


Read More: http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3495/is_n7_v37/ai_12787159/

California Workplace Safety

Last year Cal/OSHA, the state agency charged with protecting employees from workplace hazards, said more than 400 workers died from job-related injuries in California. In addition, Cal/OSHA identifies thousands of non-fatal injuries each year. On the November edition of Health Dialogues, we explore some of the most dangerous sectors of the economy, including agriculture, construction and manufacturing. How effective is Cal/OSHA in enforcing the law, and what rights do all workers have in our state?


Read More: http://www.californiareport.org/archive/R911192000

Workplace Safety Compliance: The New Approach

Workplace Safety is emerging as one of the key risk management and regulatory compliance focus areas among many global companies. As a result of this trend, traditional workplace safety compliance systems, which were designed to be point solutions at a plant-level, are giving way to enterprise-wide safety management systems. Such systems need to comply with the OSHA 29CFR regulations and support the OSHAS 18001 framework, while providing enterprise-wide visibility into incidents and trends, corrective actions and process metrics. This paper highlights the requirements of next generation systems for workplace safety compliance.


Read more: http://www.metricstream.com/insights/safety_compliance.htm

OSHA Safety Plan and Manual&Kit

Here's the links to get "OSHA Safety Plan" and "2011 OSHA Manual&Kit"

www.AffordableSafetyTraining.com

www.oshamanual.com

Personal Protection Equipment for Head and Fall Protection

Safeguarding the workforce against accidents that may harm their ability to carry out their duties effectively and efficiently is always prime responsibility of the employers. It is mandatory for industries where occupational hazard cannot be ruled out with automation that they preemptively identify the hazard, train the workers and select appropriate personal protection equipment.

Today, there are many advance systems that can be put in place to maximize safety of workers. Worldwide there are many manufacturers and suppliers of the personal safety equipment that is wide-ranging and includes all the items to ensure complete safety of a worker.

Although there are many categories in Personal Safety but in this particular article we intend to focus on Head protection and Fall protection.

Head is the most vital part of body. Skull, though is the strongest bone in the body, it protects the most sensitive part of the body - The Brain. Minor concussions can sometimes turn ugly therefore head has to be protected very carefully. Wearing a helmet should be made compulsory where there is possibility of falling objects hitting the head. Ultra Helmets with Visor present has slots to add ear muffs and is ideal for use in hazardous industrial sites as it provides multiple protection to - Head, Ear, Eye, and Face. Another helmet, the Ultra Helmet with Ear muff is designed to protect the head and ears of a worker. It absorbs on-contact shock, enables attenuation of noise and is preferred choice for operations where the noise level is high. Similarly the Fusion 6000 L CE helmet has sleek design that ensures maximum protection against lateral pressure. It can withstand the temperature between minus 30 degrees to plus 150 degrees and is ideal for construction industry.

Besides Head injury, injury by fall is quite common in all industries. Falls can happen because of sudden loss of balance, malfunctioning of ladders etc. Just wearing safety helmets might not be the right fall prevention technique. The spots in the industrial complex or site which are prone to falls must be identified in advance. Some falls are either fatal or result in permanent disability therefore as an employer you must proactively try to prevent falls. Using required fall protection equipment can reduce the risk or contain the damage caused by fall. Products available in this category include full body harness, quarter turn steel karabiner, safety nets, shock absorbing rope lanyards and more which can be customized to your industry needs.

But, for every industry whether it is shipping, mining, construction, oil & gas exploration, engineering, or chemical etc. there is specific personal protection equipment that must be used to reduce the risk. The two pronged strategy of workforce training and personal safety equipment can go a long way in preventing any mishap.

http://bu-workplace-safety.co.cc/personal-protection-equipment-for-head-and-fall-protection.htm

What are the common Workplace Safety Issues?

The workplace can be a dangerous place, with there being more hazards than people often realise. There are many accidents in the workplace each year due to unsafe work practices, staff not being trained to use equipment or machinery properly or even simple things, like being tired or overworked. It is important for all businesses to take their Occupational Health and Safety seriously and it is a good idea to deal with Safety Management Consulting groups to make sure they are on the right track.

Confined spaces

A confined working space can become a workplace safety issue. The space itself may be dangerous due to its construction or the location may not be safe. A space may also be a dangerous area to undertake certain types of work. For example it is hazardous to work in a confined space with toxic gases, vapours or fumes. Such work should be undertaken outside or in a large area with lots of fresh air circulating. Staff should also wear the correct safety equipment, such as face masks or breathing ventilators.

Fires

Some workplaces are more prone to fires than others, depending on the nature of the business. As an employer fire safety should be a number one priority and steps undertaken to protect staff against the threat of fire. Staff should also be fully trained in case there is a fire, knowing where the escape routes are and where they should assemble.

Noise

An overexposure to loud noise can cause damage to a person's hearing, even rendering them completely deaf over time. In many factories the noise of some machinery is extremely loud, and staff must be given the right ear protection to wear. Noise should not be louder than 140 decibels and staff should not be exposed to it for prolonged periods of time. If it is at all possible machinery should be fixed to tone down the noise, or have noise buffers put in place.

Injuries

Unfortunately workplace injuries occur everyday. Some are just small injuries, others are more serious, and sometimes they are even fatal. Employers must do everything they can to avoid their staff from being injured. Measures employers can take include making sure machines have safety guards, that staff are well educated in the use of dangerous machinery and that their business compiles with occupational health and safety standards. Employers can also support staff who are injured to return to work as soon as possible and make sure they receive the right compensation during the time they are injured.

Electrical hazards

It is not just staff working with electricity, like electricians, that can be exposed to electrical hazards. Staff need to be aware of any risks that may arise from using electricity. Some industries will be more at risk than others but it is a risk that is not to be disregarded. An employer needs to make sure that there are no faulty electrical equipment being used, no loose wires or water lying around anywhere that electricity is being used.

http://bu-workplace-safety.co.cc/five-common-workplace-safety-issues.htm

Unbelievable...

Circadian Rhythm

You can improve your workplace's safety by just being sure that your employees have enough sleep and rest. Especially for the companies that has overnight shifts, this is so important. Following article is about how important getting enough rest and sleep for workplace safety is.

Circadian Rhythm and Workplace Safety Considered

If you want to have a happy and safe workplace, you need to be concerned that your employees are getting the right amount of sleep. If your company does business at night, or has night crews and floating schedules, you need to worry about circadian rhythm, and make sure your employees are getting the proper rest they need, otherwise they could get sick, cost your company money, and even bring their sickness into the workplace infecting your other employees, and customers.

If people don't get enough sleep, often their brains, certain areas of their brains that is, will turn off, even during waking hours. This means they could have a brain fart and make a serious error causing injury to themselves, or someone else. You need to take this seriously, as it is a very serious issue. In fact it has been found that the circadian rhythm is tied to every single organ in the body almost, and your immune system to run at optimum relies on it.

There was a very good article published recently in the May issue of Scientific American titled; "Hidden Organ in Our Eyes Found to Control Circadian Rhythms and Emotions - Our bodies adjust to the cycle of day and night thanks to specialized neurons in our eyes. Ongoing study of these cells could lead to new treatments for winter depression and other conditions" by Ignacio Proencio (May 9, 2011).

It seems as if the more we learn about circadian rhythm, the more we see its importance. Therefore, when it comes to workplace safety, thus should be in the back of your mind because you may be causing your employees serious health issues, and setting yourself up for an accident in the workplace. This is especially important if your employees are operating heavy equipment at night, or if they don't get a good night's sleep, and come to work and operate dangerous equipment during the day.

Perhaps, and realize this is just a recommendation - you should look at your schedules and your employees, and when you see employees volunteering for extra work hours which would not allow them to get their proper sleep, perhaps you need to readjust those schedules. If you'll recall the Federal Aviation Administration had problems with air-traffic controllers falling asleep at night, and they made new rules which would require their air-traffic controllers having no less than nine hours between shifts.

This means they couldn't run a double shift, or doing an every other shift schedule. Are you beginning to see how serious this is, and what you need to do in your business to prevent accidents? If you pay attention, you can save on your insurance policy for your company because you won't have as many accidents, or if you disregard what I'm saying here, you'll eventually pay one way or the other, as will your employees with their health. Indeed I hope you'll please consider all this and think on it.

http://bu-workplace-safety.co.cc/circadian-rhythm-and-workplace-safety-considered.htm

OSHA Fire Safety

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries Charts, 1992-2007 [372 KB, 17 pages], fires and explosions accounted for 3% of workplace fatalities in 2007. This page provides valuable reference materials for prevention of fire-related injuries in all workplaces.

Fire safety is addressed in specific standards for recordkeeping, the general industry, shipyard employment, marine terminals, longshoring, gear certification, and the construction industry. 


If you are interested in OSHA standards for fire safety here's the link for you!


http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/firesafety/index.html

Previous post is an article about a real world example of how a fire destroyed a small business. But how can we prevent a fire? What are the causes? Following article is about fire prevention.

Fire Prevention

Survey all potential causes of fire at your workplace

Fire prevention is about more than just protecting the lives of your employees; the very survival of yourbusiness could be riding on appropriate fire prevention efforts.

About 45 percent of all companies that experience a minor fire do not reopen afterwards, according to the International Council of Toy Industries. Businesses are devastated by the loss of records and machinery as a result of fire, and insurance coverage only goes so far. (Learn from the tragedy, and subsequent revival, of one recent small business fire.)

Such dire business losses can be avoided, or mitigated, by instating controls to prevent and/or control workplace fires. Management best practices should also include emergency preparedness plans in the case of a fire.

Of course, the best laid plans often go amiss, and fire prevention plans are no different - without safetytraining, emergency preparedness remain little more than a blueprint.

Training yourself and your staff at your workplace is the easiest and best way to start your fire prevention efforts.

At the most basic level, all your employees should know the locations of fire extinguishers and flame / fire retardants at your workplace and how to properly use these safety equipment and materials.

Conduct a survey of your facility and identify all potential causes of fire - in the form of electrical, chemical, fuel, vapors and dust.

Your local fire department would love to help you with optimizing fire prevention and safety at your workplace.

Flame and fire retardants are available in many formats: insulation, varnishes, additives, paints, sprays, wraps and caulking. Some rubber and plastic products have the retardant built right into them by manufacturers.

There are many simple and inexpensive ways to combat possible fires at your facility:

• Establish good housekeeping practices, such as the 5S program, to reduce dust and vapors that are potential sources of ignition.
• Keep the appropriate number of fire extinguishers close at hand across your workplace.
• Learn which chemicals react adversely with others and could be a threat.
• Instate proper storage facilities for rags, paints, chemicals and fuels.
• Properly dispose of flammable products.
• Set up a workstation for the dispensation of chemicals, oils and paints from large containers to smaller ones, for immediate use. This process is often a cause of spillage and a separate work area will restrict its potential to cause a fire.

OSHA has extensive fire protection and prevention standards that are well worth your attention. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) also offer guidelines for fire prevention.

http://www.worksafely.com/safety-equipment/fire-prevention/

Save lives...and your investment!

This case is about the true story of Jerry and Liz Lavalleys' harrowing experience when a fire destroyed their 155-year-old wooden inn in Vermont and how proper safety precautions can save lives and your investment.

Small-Business Phoenix

Fire prevention efforts to the tune of $300 could have saved a vintage Vermont inn

By Greg Winson

When Jerry Lavalley saw smoke rising mysteriously from under the floorboards of the century-old country inn he and his wife had just bought in Vermont, he assumed the motor of one of his appliances was burning out. "I thought, 'This'll cost me $300,'" he recalls.

If only that had been the case. In the end, the fire cost the Lavalleys the main building on their $4 million property. Ironically, a $300 industrial-dryer part would have saved them the heartbreak and headaches of rebuilding their 155-year-old wooden inn.

In October 2005, Lavalley traced the smoke to his natural-gas dryer in the basement. "I had a split second to decide whether to use the fire extinguisher on the wall behind me or go back upstairs, pull the fire alarm and call 911," he says. Lavalley chose the latter plan of action, and the decision saved his life - although it did cost him the inn and more than a year's worth of business.

The tragedy struck exactly one month after Lavalley and his wife, Liz, bought The Reluctant Panther Inn in Manchester, Vermont. It took eight volunteer fire departments, with more than 100 firefighters combined, nine hours to extinguish the flames.

After his initial shock wore off, Lavalley wondered if he should have tried to put out the blaze himself with the fire extinguisher at hand. The fire chief assured him that this would have cost him his life.

Had Lavalley opened the dryer to extinguish the flame, the chief explained, the oxygen-starved fire would have exploded in his face and killed him. Then he wouldn't have been able to call 911 or pull the alarm to evacuate the building, saving the lives of the inn guests. (Thankfully, no one was hurt, including rescue workers.)

It took almost a year, but The Reluctant Panther is again hosting and feeding guests in the main building. It might be more aptly named The Enthusiastic Phoenix for its impressive revival. Unfortunately, the recovery process between the fire and the reopening was anything but simple.

The Lavalleys didn't just file a fire insurance claim and cash a big check that neatly covered all their rebuilding costs.

The original inn had been grandfathered, and, as a result of the fire, all previously tolerated building-code exceptions also went up in flames.

Although the new exterior resembles the original inn, the Panther now has wider halls and an elevator and is constructed with more expensive materials.

With insurance covering only two-thirds of the rebuild, the Lavalleys had to fund the remaining 33 percent themselves. Fortunately, the inn's two smaller buildings weren't damaged, so the Lavalleys could run a reduced operation, albeit without a kitchen. The nearby Equinox Resort offered a breakfast service to the Lavalley's guests during the rebuild.

Almost half of small businesses don't reopen after fires

The couple invested much time, money and effort into finding the right architect, sorting through insurance red tape and redesigning the inn to be more practical while still paying homage to its origins. "If it wasn't for our previous business experience, we might never have reopened," Lavalley admits.

And, fortunately, Liz Lavalley, who has worked as COO for major corporations, knew how to handle high-level questions posed by their bank and insurance company.

That's not the case for many small-business owners, who are unsure of how to deal with financial institutions that get tough in times of insurance claims. That could be the reason, at least in part, that only 43 percent of small businesses reopen after a significant fire.

Like its previous incarnation, the new inn's basement houses industrial laundry facilities. But, while the new dryer is gas-powered like its flammable predecessor, the latest model sports a $300 feature that makes all the difference - the Combustion Auto Response Equipped (CARE) system, designed to extinguish a fire at its inception by automatically starving it of oxygen.

Thanks to financial know-how, scaled-back operations and a supportive community, the Lavalleys' inn has risen from the ashes, better than ever.

http://www.worksafely.com/resources/reviews-articles/small-business-phoenix.aspx

What Japan does about workplace safety?

Turning Japanese

Good housekeeping is a good place to start implementing workplace safety with the "Five S" program

We can't all be Toyota (much as we'd like to), but we can apply some tried-and-true Japanese workplace practices to the seemingly mundane task of housekeeping.

Japanese companies have turned the task of orderliness into an art form - and more and more organizations around the world are following suit.

Cleanliness / tidiness may or may not be next to Godliness (who really knows?), but those characteristics have been conclusively linked to reduced hazards in the workplace, resulting in fewer accidents.

So go ahead, paint these "5 S" slogans on poster board and stick them up around your facility or office. You may hear your workers humming, "I think I'm turning Japanese, I really think so…" as they tidy their way to maximum efficiency and productivity. Not to mention the pride inherent in contributing as janitor-samurais to a nicer work environment!

1. Seiri (sorting) refers to the practice of keeping only the materials, equipment and tools deemed essential in the work area; the rest is discarded. The result: fewer hazards and increased productivity because of less clutter to slow things down. A common practice is to "tag" items to decide what to discard; items pegged for disposal bear a red tag and a date. If that item isn't used by that "best before" date, it is thrown out.

2. Seiton (organizing) refers to the systematic arrangement of equipment, tools and materials to provide workers with the most efficient access. This process includes:

• Properly labeling shelves, storage areas and cabinets
• Arranging the most commonly used items so they are easy to access
• Drawing outlines of tools on the tool boards so it's easy to spot where each tool goes
• Painting floors light colors so it's easy to spot dropped items, waste material and dirt
• Drawing lines on floors to identify movement lanes, work areas, storage areas, finished product areas and so on
• Erecting bookshelves in the office for frequently used books, CDs, etc.

3. Seiso (cleaning or shining) is a daily activity for Japanese companies; the work area is scoured at the end of each shift. This makes it easier to spot low levels of supplies, breakage, missing tools, lubricant leaks, etc.

Apparently, the Japanese system assures us that regular cleaning and inspecting actually saves time in the long run because more time is wasted if we have to search for items and / or if we miss trouble spots when they first arise.

4. Seiketsu (standardizing) is all about making sure that the best practices developed in Seiri through to Seiso continue reliably across the enterprise. This step requires that a work structure is formulated and followed so that every worker knows precisely his / her responsibilities, and consistency and control reign.

5. Shitsuke (self-discipline or sustaining) refers to maintaining impeccable standards of safe and efficient housekeeping from day to day and year to year. This demands continuous training / education and a formal system for monitoring results.

When any new work rule or product will impact the Five S program, changes must be made at this stage, such as changes to workplace standards and procedures, and providing new forms of safety training.

http://www.worksafely.com/resources/reviews-articles/turning-japanese.aspx

I think the following link gives a clue of how important workplace safety is. Columbia Southern University has a degree called "Occupational Safety and Healthy Degree". In addition to bachelor's degree there are graduate programs which are specifically for this topic. Besides them it even has an MBA concentration. Here's the description of the degree and the link.

Occupational Safety and Health Degree

Columbia Southern University offers three completely online occupational safety and health degrees. Covering a range of subjects such as hazardous materials management, construction safety, and accident investigation, our bachelor's and master's degree programs are designed to provide a comprehensive knowledge of workplace safety and health standards.
Since September 11, 2001, the demand for occupational safety and health specialists has grown along with the increased need for emergency preparedness. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, federal, state and local government jobs are expected to continue their growth through 2014.
The Board of Certified Safety Professionals will recognize the CSU AAS in Occupational Safety and Health for the application process under both the Associate Safety Professional designation and the Certified Safety Professional designation.

Occupational Safety and Health Degrees at Columbia Southern University

• Associate Degree in Occupational Safety & Health
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health with Concentration in Fire Science
• Master's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health
• MS Occupational Safety & Health Concentration in Environmental Management

Other Online Degrees include

• Bachelor in Environmental Management
• BS Health Care Administration
• MBA Concentration in Public Administration
• MBA Concentration in Health Care Management

http://www.columbiasouthern.edu/osh?gclid=COiPmuuc8qgCFRphgwodOW8CBw

Workplace Fatalities in 2008 in California (California-OSHA)

California's Division of Occupational Health and Safety, more commonly known as Cal/OSHA, is charged with enforcing California state laws regarding workplace safety. As part of this process, Cal/OSHA collects annual data on reported workplace fatalities. The graphs above, built using preliminary data for 2008, show that men and professional drivers suffer the most deaths in the workplace. It may be interesting to note that behind traffic accidents, assaults and violent acts represent the second most common cause of death, significantly higher than other accidental causes, such as falls or exposure to substances. California's Division of Occupational Health and Safety, California's Division of Occupational Health and Safety, more commonly known as Cal/OSHA, is charged with enforcing California state laws regarding workplace safety. As part of this process, Cal/OSHA collects annual data on reported workplace fatalities. The graphs above, built using preliminary data for 2008, show that men and professional drivers suffer the most deaths in the workplace. It may be interesting to note that behind traffic accidents, assaults and violent acts represent the second most common cause of death, significantly higher than other accidental causes, such as falls or exposure to substances. more commonly known as Cal/OSHA, is charged with enforcing California state laws regarding workplace safety. As part of this process, Cal/OSHA collects annual data on reported workplace fatalities. The graphs above, built using preliminary data for 2008, show that men and professional drivers suffer the most deaths in the workplace. It may be interesting to note that behind traffic accidents, assaults and violent acts represent the second most common cause of death, significantly higher than other accidental causes, such as falls or exposure to substances. 


Charts for 2008 Workplace Fatalities in California


By Job:

By Industry:

By Cause:

By Location:

By Gender:

Resource: http://www.californiareport.org/archive/R911192000/b

Do you think that you are safe in your office?

Yes that's true that offices are relatively safe places to work when you compare it to other workplaces especially industrial or manufacturing areas. But you can have lots of different types of accidents in your office too and just because of a simple pencil or coffee. Following two videos are about how offices may cause accidents and what you should do to avoid them. First one is a free preview of an Office Safety Training DVD. and second one is a funnier and older one which you will laugh while you are watching and actually learning a little more about office safety and hint to avoid them.

What is OSHA?

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) is a federal agency that has been misunderstood since it was created in 1970. Many small business owners cringe when they hear an employee threatening to report them to OSHA. But if you stop thinking about OSHA as your enemy and start seeing them as your partner in business, your outlook on this subject will change.

OSHA’s mission has always been the same: to make sure that the safety and health concerns of all American workers are being met. The agency has developed specific workplace standards and polices businesses to make sure these standards are being met. It also provides training and educational programs for small business owners and corporations and works to establish partnerships geared toward improving workplace safety and health.

According to OSHA, the agency’s mission is to assure the safety and health of America’s workers by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach, and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual improvement in workplace safety and health. Through a network of some 2,100 inspectors, as well as complaint discrimination investigators, engineers, physicians, educators, standards writers, and other technical and support personnel, the agency is well equipped to fulfill its lofty mission. There are more than two hundred OSHA offices that monitor workplace safety and health issues located throughout the United States.

OSHA offers many resources designed specifically for smaller employers. The agency wants to encourage all businesses to establish safety and health programs and find and fix hazards to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. The Office of Small Business Assistance is a newly created OSHA office that not only administers OSHA’s nationwide On-Site Consultation Program, but also serves as liaison and point of contact within the agency for small businesses. OSHA offers many services designed to help small businesses and welcomes suggestions from small business owners and their employees as to how OSHA can better serve their needs.

OSHA offers a free consultation service for small business owners, including help in identifying workplace hazards and establishing or improving safety and health management systems across the company. Employers in high-hazard industries or involved in hazardous operations receive priority. Largely funded by OSHA, consultation programs are run by state agencies and offer an array of services.

Key services offered by the On-Site Consultation Program:

• Help in recognizing hazards in the workplace
• Suggested approaches or options for solving a safety or health problem
• Sources of help available to a company needing further assistance
• Written reports that summarize the findings of on-site reviews of safety and health
• Assistance in developing or maintaining an effective safety and health management system
• Training and education for small business owners and employees at the workplace or, in some cases, away from the work site
• Recognition by OSHA’s Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP)

Many small business owners who have used the agency's consultation services have been pleased with the results.

According to OSHA, an effective workplace safety and health management system at a small business work site(s) will enable the small business owner to:

• Recognize and remove hazards from the work site
• Protect an employer’s workers from injury and illness
• Prevent loss of life at an employer’s work site
• Cultivate informed and alert employees who take responsibility for their own and their coworkers’ safety and for workplace safety as a whole
• Improve employee morale

Resource: http://www.allbusiness.com/human-resources/workplace-health-safety-employment/11409-1.html

Workplace Fatalities in Numbers

Following links show workplace fatality rates and numbers in USA according to different elements such as industry, employment and sector.

Workplace Fatalities (Employment-Based), 1970-2007

Workplace Fatality Rates by Industry Sector (Employment-Based), 2003-2007

Rate of Fatal Work Injuries (Employment-Based), 1992-2007

Welcome=)

Hello everyone!
Since companies and society do care about employees and how healthy their workplace is as much as their own benefits, I decided my blog to be about workplace safety. Actually it's not just only about caring. There are regulations, laws and trend about healthy working environment almost in every country. On this blog you will find videos, articles, pictures and links about workplace safety, OSHA and safety trends not only in USA but in other countries all around the world too. Hope you'll enjoy and find out interesting topics that you've never heard before!