SafetyBlog
5 Ways To Promote a Positive Workplace
Going through the daily grind of work can easily burn out even the most dedicated employee. Whether it's construction, factory, industrial or an office, companies need to be aware of their employees' attitude towards the workplace. When employees are disgruntled or otherwise 'unhappy' with their workplace, the company will suffer from lower productivity. Thankfully, there are several steps company owners can take to create a more enjoyable place to work.#1) Allow For CommunicationFar too many co
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Dec 8th 2014
Common Hiring Mistakes In The Retail Industry
Unfortunately, finding employees such as this isn't always an easy task. You can go through dozens of even hundreds of applications without a single prospect. To help you started on the right foot, though, we're going to reveal some of the most common hiring mistakes in the retail industry.Hiring Mistake #1 – Waiting For The “Perfect” CandidateOne of the most common hiring mistakes retail owners and managers make is waiting around for the perfect candidate. In a perfect world, all of your job ap
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Dec 2nd 2014
The Dangers of Job-Related Loud Noise Exposure
Some people brush off loud noise in the workplace as nothing more than a slight nuisance that's part of the job. Unfortunately, prolonged exposure to loud noises can lead to some rather unpleasant side effects. Employees working in industries where loud noises is commonplace should take preventive measures to protect their ears and their health. To learn more about the dangers of job-related loud noise exposure, keep reading.Some of the industries where loud noises are common include:
Airplane
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Dec 2nd 2014
OSHA Fines Nissan Brake Georgia $53,000
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fined Nissan Brake Georgia $53,000 for nearly a dozen safety violations identified by inspectors at its Rock Springs factory.The Rock Springs Nissan Brake Georgia facility was first opened nearly 15 years ago, back in 2000. Just this year, the facility was upgraded to support more than 300 employees. This is the first time the company's Rock Springs, GA facility has received a citation from OSHA.So, what kind of violations were spotted at
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Dec 2nd 2014
Will Canada Lift The Regulation on Food Packaging Sizes?
Canada's government has very specific regulations in place which state that all packaged foods must adhere to a certain size and weight. If it doesn't, the manufacturer could be subject to fines, penalties, and they could possibly even be required to forfeit their packaged food. This may only seem like a minor nuisance on the surface, but forcing every manufacturing and processing company based in Canada to package their products in a specific way costs both time and money.You might be wondering
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Nov 26th 2014