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What steps are you taking to prevent fires in your workplace? According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), over 200 workplace fires occur each year. Some of these fires are minor, but others are more serious and cause extensive property damage as well as bodily injury. By following a few basic fire safety tips, however, you can prevent fires in your workplace.Fire Safety Tip #1) Avoid Common Fire Safety ViolationsOSHA regularly cites businesses for fire safety viol …

If you're suffering from a cold infection, you might be wondering whether it's safe to go jogging. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that most adults catch about one or two cold infections per year. Caused by the rhinovirus, cold infections often manifest in the form of upper respiratory symptoms such as nasal congestion, running nose, headache and fatigue. So, is it safe to go jogging with a cold infection, or should your wait until it has cleared up befor …

Powder-actuated tools are commonly used to join materials to steel and concrete. Also known as Hilti guns, they feature single-use explosive cartridges. Pulling the trigger will ignite one of these cartridges, resulting in a small explosion. While effective at joining materials to steel and concrete, though, powder-actuated tools pose a risk of injury when used improperly. Here are five safety tips to follow when using a powder-actuated tool.#1) Wear PPEAlways wear personal protective equipment …

Do you know the signs of work-related fatigue? According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), injury rates are 18% higher during evening shifts when compared to daytime shifts. Many workers who work evening shifts don't get enough sleep, so they experience fatigue. Here are six common signs of work-related fatigue.#1) Slower Reaction TimesWork-related fatigue can affect your reaction times. It will time you longer to react when you are fatigued. This is why it's …

When choosing light bulbs for your workplace, you might be wondering what type is best. Not all light bulbs use the same technology to illuminate the surrounding space. There are several different types of light bulbs, each of which uses a different illumination technology. Some of the most common types of light bulbs include incandescent, light-emitting diode (LED) and compact fluorescent lamp (CFL). So, which type should you choose for your workplace?IncandescentIn the past, incandes …