According to the International Association of Home Inspectors, there are more than 164,000 ladder-related injuries treated in the emergency room and 300 deaths annually in the United States caused by falls from ladders. Remember to select the right ladder for the job and use only ladders in good condition.
These simple tips will help you walk away from your next project.
Catherine Black has taken the wheel and is steering her life toward healthier outcomes. The former truckdriver – turned Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) officer – is committed to moving throughout her day. In her former life, Black often suffered from back problems while behind the wheel. She had two bulging disks, and one of them herniated 7 years ago.
Summer is bringing the heat. Are you prepared? Being exposed to excessive heat and humidity can cause serious conditions such as heat illness and heat stress. In this edition of the Environmental Health & Safety brief, learn a few tips to beat the heat.
Approximately 2.1 million workers enter confined spaces annually. Don't fall victim to their dangers.
On May 22, the University Laboratory Safety Committee (ULSC) at The Ohio State University recognized the third annual recipients of the “Excellence in Safety” Award. The award recognizes three categories of those who have made a considerable contribution to improving laboratory safety on the Ohio State campus: a university faculty or staff member (Staff Award), an undergraduate or graduat