NEP Focuses on Trench and Excavation Issues
Many construction workers in Pennsylvania understand just how dangerous it can be to work in a trench or on an excavation site. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 130 deaths on such sites between 2011 and 2016. That’s why OSHA has begun a National Emphasis Program (NEP) related to excavation […]
Injuries at Meat Plants
Pennsylvania meatpackers are may incur second degree burns, fractured fingers, head trauma and amputations. According to data from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, these are just a sampling of the severe injuries that can be sustained at a meat plant in the United States every week. Statistics show that the likelihood that American meat workers will […]
The Safety of Chains Versus Gates in Fall Protection
Employees in Pennsylvania might wonder whether it is appropriate to use chains as a fall protection method with ladders. Although some facilities do use chains instead of gates, chains are not safe because unlike a self-closing gate, they require a worker to manually close them. Many workers may be unaware of this danger. When using […]
Preventing Warehouse Injuries
Pennsylvania employees who work in a warehouse may wish to learn more about how the safety of the premises could be improved. Workplace accidents can inflict serious hardship for employer and employee alike, but many such accidents could be avoided with greater care taken ahead of time. One of the most important means of ensuring warehouse safety […]
