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OSHA Issues New Whistleblower Investigation Manual
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a new manual for investigators to use when determining whether or not a retaliatory case against a worker should be pursued or dismissed.Under federal law, it is illegal for employers to retaliate against a worker for reporting safety violations and/or hazards in the workplace. Unfortunately, many employers disregard this law, demoting, firing or otherwise penalizing these "whistleblowers." In an effort to discourage this type o
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Mar 21st 2016
Air Travel Tips and Tricks
Did
you know that nearly every major U.S. airport displays the status of
their parking lots online? Air travelers can use this to their
advantage by checking to see which lots are open and which ones are
closed. When you pull up to the airport, you'll know exactly where to
park your car. Alternatively, many airports have toll-free numbers
that travelers can call to obtain this information as well.Security Checkpoints at
AirportsLet's
face it, no one enjoys waiting in line at the TSA chec
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Mar 18th 2016
Retirement May Offer Health Benefits
What age do you plan to retire at? Squeezing out a couple more years may seem harmless enough, but researchers are now saying that people who retire early have better health.For the study, researchers from the University of Sydney Australia followed 27,257 participants, roughly 3,100 of whom had retired during the course of the 3-year study. Researchers sought to compare the diet, exercise, sleep habits, and overall health of participants who had retired against those who were still working.Afte
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Mar 18th 2016
How to Prevent the Spread of Germs in the Workplace
The average adult in the United States experiences between two and three cold illnesses per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Catching a cold is certainly no fun, as it forces you to remain cooped up indoors until you recover. The good news is that you can lower your risk of infectious illness (including the common cold virus) by reevaluating your workplace.Stay at Home When SickWant to know the single most effective technique for preventing the spread of g
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Mar 15th 2016
Safety Tips to Follow When Working Around Heavy Equipment
Whether it's a tractor, bulldozer, forklift, excavator, paver, milling machine, etc., working around heavy equipment adds a new level of danger to workers. Statistics show that approximately 75% of all "struck by" and "run over" fatalities in the construction industry involve the use of heavy equipment. But heavy equipment is essential for many industrial and construction applications. So, what steps can you take to reduce the risk of injury?Inspect Equipment Prior to UseWorkers should get into
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Mar 11th 2016