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It has been an eventful week for OSHA. In less than one week OSHA has withdrawn two different proposals on the docket for 2011. First was the withdrawal of the proposal to clarify the term “feasible” relating to the occupational…
Construction is a dangerous business. In fact, it’s one of the most hazardous industries in the United States, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Construction workers are subject to injuries from tools and equipment, from…
In 1996, Baby Boomers, those Americans born between 1946 and 1964, numbered 76 million according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s reporting. In 2006 they ranged from 42 to 60 years old. In 2010, the oldest of the Boomers are turning 64 years old. Nearly two in five workers between age 50 to 64 say they plan to work beyond…
The ligaments and tendons in the lower body are designed to carry a certain amount of weight. During the course of a regular work day, employees may be called upon to lift and move heavy loads of materials, and while this can add strain to…
Lifting in the workplace is one of the most dangerous actions that takes place when it comes to producing injuries. Non-ergonomic work policies related to…
As we have been following in our blogs, OSHA is advising an additional column be added to the OSHA 300 log to track the quantity of musculoskeletal injuries from happening in facilities. OSHA will be hosting a public hearing on…
Whether from heaving, twisting, bending or bad lifting postures, it’s well known that caring for the sick or elderly can lead to back pain. This often results in time off work or dropping out of caring professions…
A new white paper published from poultry associations: National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation and the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association reports the poultry industry’s success in managing the occurrence of MSDs (musculoskeletal disorders) in the workplace. Since 1992, the occurrence of MSDs has fallen…
According to the Federal Register, OSHA is proposing to revise its Recording and Reporting regulation to restore a column in the OSHA 300 Log for employers to record work-related musculoskeletal disoders (MSDs). Should this restriction be passed, employers will not…
In a new article posted in the Seattle PI, it is noted that with the rise in hand-held technology such as in phones, laptops and the new Apple iPad, doctors are warning against the pains we can gather in our necks and backs for using these devices. A new wave of pain caused from…
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