Fatigue and overexertion are leading causes of accidental injury in the American workplace, accounting for at least $13.61 billion in direct costs in 2008 alone (i). With this statistic in mind, it’s clear to see that employers have much to gain by investing in employee comfort. With increased comfort comes decreased fatigue, an essential component […]
The New Year is right around the corner, motivating business owners and operators to assess the budget and calculate anticipated expenses for 2017. However, many companies fail to factor in the costs of workplace accidents. Worst case scenario, your business is at risk of closing if ample funds aren’t available to pay lawsuits, workers’ compensation […]
With Black Friday looming, businesses are preparing for unruly crowds and the potential for serious accidents. “OSHA urges retailers to take the time to adopt a crowd management plan,” states a press release and safety advisory issued by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (for the full release, readers may visit the U.S. Department of […]
Although work-related injuries have dropped significantly since OSHA, or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, was formed, industries and taxpayers still pay $200 billion per year toward workplace hazards. OSHA laws and regulations are intended to protect the American employee from harm or illness in the workplace. Unfortunately, many of the OSHA laws are outdated […]
Winter is here, which means it’s time to think safety. Over the coming months, several key factors will play a large role in the formation of potential slip and fall accidents. Fortunately, accidents can be prevented with just a bit of planning and proactive maintenance. Use the resources below to ensure your facility is prepared […]
This December, save on all rope, stanchion, and retractable belt crowd control systems on Eaglemat.com. Whether preparing for a busy holiday season or simply re-vamping crowd management protocols, every retail business owner has something to gain by re-evaluating the role of crowd control plays in promoting in-store safety. This year marks the 5th year since […]
When reflecting on Black Friday 2013, what can American business owners learn? This year, storefronts saw slightly smaller turnouts than previous years, thanks in part to online stores offering tantalizing Cyber Monday deals today. Last Friday was not without drama, however. Stories and videos of unruly crowds, customer fights, and at least 1 case of […]
Safety risk assessments are corporate evaluations of potentially harmful factors in a business establishment. Companies use assessments to measure the risks to be able to implement precautions to prevent injury and illness in the workplace. Because employers are legally bound to protect those within their premises, regular appraisals are required to maintain continued efficiency and […]
