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Workplace Ergonomics
Ergonomic health in the workplace refers to foundations and systems that keep employees healthy and safe while on duty. This includes addressing how positions and situations affect the body, from sitting at a desk all day to lifting multiple heavy boxes. Poor ergonomics can create musculoskelet
Social Media Safety in the Workplace
Love it or hate it, social media is here to stay. Research shows that over 302 million people in the US actively use social media today, which is about 90% of the total population. Facebook is the biggest platform, followed by Instagram then Tik Tok and Twitter. Because social media impacts us g
Specific Safety for Young Workers
For young workers entering the workforce, there are likely many questions or concerns you may have. (And some concerns you may not even know to have.) OSHA has a lot of information just for young workers to check out to ensure they’re not getting taken advantage of. The basic idea to OSHA is t
Hazard Communication
In the 1980s, OSHA adopted the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to protect workers from chemical hazards. The purpose of this standard is to ensure appropriate labeling is present and communication is relayed to workers regarding any chemical hazards they may be exposed to in the workplace. O
Important Safety Topics for Your Next Meeting
Shield-Safety provides on-site training for businesses of any size in any industry. Safety is important for the health of your employees and for the productivity of your business. If you haven’t started safety training for your employees, reach out to us today for assistance. Here are some main
