Using Technology for Better Ergonomic Outcomes
Loss Control Insights Using Technology for Better Ergonomic Outcomes There’s a lot happening in the realm of ergonomics according to EMC Senior Risk Improvement Innovation Specialist Steven Shaffer. “Over the past 70 years we have collected a lot of data on the capabilities of humans, both mentally and physically. This has given us a good […]
Sidewalk Fixes to Prevent Slips and Falls
Loss Control Insights Sidewalk Fixes to Prevent Slips and Falls Preventing outdoor walkway slips and falls is something you should focus on year-round. For example, in the spring you may notice areas where rain puddles excessively. In summer, you may observe that the soil abutting the sidewalk has dropped a few inches, causing low spots […]
Storm Season Prep: Hailstorms and Tornadoes
Loss Control Insights Storm Season Prep: Hailstorms and Tornadoes Through the spring, summer and fall, thunderstorms pose a frequent danger in many parts of the country. While thunder and lightning are common during thunderstorms, other by-products of those storms can be hail or tornadoes—or both. Tornadoes and hailstorms can cause millions of dollars of damage […]
Heat Illness FAQ
Loss Control Insights Heat Illness FAQ Even though summer is winding down, chances are there will still be some hot days remaining. And if you work in an indoor environment where heat is a constant issue, your employees may face overheating dangers throughout the year. EMC Industrial Hygienist Jordan Curzon answers common questions about heat […]
Protecting Temporary Workers
Protecting Temporary Workers Workers employed through staffing agencies are generally called temporary or supplied workers. For the purposes of these recommended practices, “temporary workers” are those supplied to a host employer and paid by a staffing agency, whether or not the job is actually temporary. Whether temporary or permanent, all workers always have a right […]
A Guide to Hiring and Training Seasonal Employees
Loss Control Insights A Guide to Hiring and Training Seasonal Employees Hiring seasonal workers is a necessity in some industries such as construction, manufacturing, agriculture, lawn care and retail. These workers can boost production during the summer, over the holiday season or when there’s a large contract to fulfill. There are various ways to find […]
Are You Ready for a Hard Market?
Are You Ready for a Hard Market? Planning When You Don’t Need It Will Save You When You Do Construction and surety have grown strongly over the past ten years with plenty of capacity, keeping the market soft, but it is always cyclical, so it’s just a matter of time before we start leaning toward […]
Working in Hot Environments
Working in Hot Environments Foundry workers, pastry bakers and agricultural workers are just a few of the workers who are exposed to hot or humid environments. While most workers prefer a climate-controlled environment, this is not possible in many locations. Although heat-related discomfort is a complaint of many workers, it is not the most serious […]
Trenching and Excavation
Excavation cave-ins cause serious and often fatal injuries to workers in the United States. Excavating is recognized as one of the most hazardous construction operations, killing an average of 33 people and injuring hundreds each year. Recently, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) updated its standard to simplify many of the existing provisions, to […]
Lightning Safety for Outdoor Workers
According to the National Weather Service, there have been 26 fatalities in 2011 resulting from lightning strikes in 18 states and Guam. Workers account for about one-third of the total number of people struck by lightning; roofers, construction workers, road crews, pipe fitters and farm workers are especially at high risk. Lightning typically strikes tall […]