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Training Tips to Avoid OSHA Violations in the Workplace
Organizations must follow certain training tips in order to avoid OSHA violations. Every year, workplace accidents cost American companies millions of dollars. Those costs come in the form of worker’s compensation payments, lost time and productivity, damage to business assets, and numerous other forms. OSHA rules and regulations are designed to help reduce the chance […]
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The High Cost of Noncompliance with OSHA Safety Requirements
Noncompliance with OSHA standards can lead an organization to serious consequences, including serious financial penalties. However, there are other ramifications to noncompliance, as well. We will explore what you need to know in this article. Safety and health regulations are in place to protect American workers on the job. Any workplace can hold hazards, both […]
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The Cost of Accidents in the Workplace and Tips to Improve Safety
Every year, accidents in the workplace cost American businesses an incredible amount of money. What’s more, those costs don’t always stop with treating the injuries sustained. There are other outcomes, including fines and fees for safety violations, ongoing costs of worker’s compensation payments, and more. There are also intangible costs – damage to an employer’s […]
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OSHA 25 – Top 25 OSHA Safety Training Courses
As employers onboard new employees, safety is always top of mind. If you are not taking workplace safety seriously, consider the huge fines levied on companies for OSHA safety violations. So what can you do to mitigate your risks? Develop and maintain a safety culture. Ensure that employees who need training get the right training. […]
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Spring is Time for Safety Training
Over the next four months, many employers will onboard new employees—both recent graduates and summer interns. Safety training, while important for all employees, is especially important when onboarding employees who are entering the workforce for the first time and may have never before undergone safety training. The Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) was established […]
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Hazard Communication Standards: Training Essentials
While the Hazardous Material Program (HazMat) is well known, fewer employers and employees are familiar with the Hazard Communication Program (HazCom). However, both HazMat and HazCom play a vital role in protecting workers against the dangers of hazardous chemicals in the workplace. The primary focus of HazCom is to ensure that all employees have access […]
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Training to Protect Workers Against Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms found in the human bloodstream that have the potential to cause disease. These pathogens include hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Workers in many industries from first responders and police officers to personal caregivers and nurses to correctional officers and frontline social workers are […]
