Construction Safety, Workplace Falls and Distracted Driving: What You’re Reading in May
Where has the month of May gone? The lilacs have come and gone, school is out (or winding down) and summer is barely heating up.
I watched the sun set over Lake Erie last night. I shivered in my hoodie and saw plenty of other hardcore sunset fanatics wrapped in blankets. Over here, the temperature has been fluctuating a good 30 degrees Fahrenheit, as though Mother Nature wants to remind us that she’s in charge.
Still, it was so good to see people out and about, enjoying the great outdoors and connecting with one another while discussing a wide range of topics. And, of course, I enjoyed seeing so many dogs.
One of the things I love about dogs—and there are many qualities that have earned them their spot as our best friend—is that no matter their age, they always have a spring in their step when they are going for a walk. I walked alongside an older, slower and rounder chocolate lab for a couple minutes. Every few steps, he would turn to look at me and smile with his tongue out. There was joy in his face and friendliness in those molten eyes. I knew that if his owner dropped the leash, he would be jumping on me to give me kisses. Honestly, there is no better compliment from a dog.
Pets are so wonderful because they allow us to be more like our true selves, and we see reminders of ourselves (and our humanity) in their personalities and behaviors. I believe we can learn a lot from our them; I hope you can spend more time with yours this summer.
Until next time, stay safe, be well and make a furry friend!
Top 10 Worst States for Construction Safety
States with the weakest OSHA enforcement in terms of inspections, citations, and fines also generally had the highest injury and fatality rates, according to a survey from InsuranceRanked.
View the list here.
The ‘Dirty Dozen’ Most Dangerous Companies of 2023
National COSH singles out 12 companies whose workplace conditions have earned them a spot on the "Dirty Dozen" list.
View the list here.
OSHA Announces National Emphasis Program to Reduce Workplace Falls
BLS data shows that of the 5,190 fatal workplace injuries in 2021, 680 were associated with falls from elevations, about 13% of all deaths.
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Women More Likely to get Hurt on the Job
Lorraine Martin, president and CEO of the National Safety Council discusses this issue and what companies can do to improve.
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COVID Emergency Ends, but not Completely
Employers need to be careful about how they proceed in the post-COVID emergency world.
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Distracted Driving Dangers and Tips to Stay Safe While Driving on the Job
According to the NHTSA in 2021, distracted driving killed 3,522 people and has become an epidemic on American roads.
Read more here.
How Worker Fatigue Harms the Bottom Line
Studies show that an overworked and overtired workforce will ultimately cost the company money.
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Age, Experience Matter in Cost of Workplace Injuries
Employees in their first year on a job account for 34% of workers' compensation claims, resulting in 7 million missed workdays.
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If You Feel You are Being Watched, You Are
New survey shows 96% of companies are using employee monitoring software.
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Safety Beyond the Numbers
“You have to behave at your highest level and be the hero of your own life story,” says Tony Orlowski.
Read more here.
Age Matters: SHRM Study Says Worker’s Age Leads to Unfair Treatment
Additionally, 30% of U.S. workers say they have felt unfairly treated due to their age at some point in their careers.
Read more here.
