Workers & Workplace

There are literally hundreds of different types of screws available, ranging in size, shape, material, and design. One of these types is the self-tapping screw, which live up to its namesake by tapping into its own hole as it is … Read More

Train Workers to Lift With Their Legs Workers who are required to lift and move heavy objects on a regular basis should be trained on proper lifting techniques. The golden rule when lifting is to lift with your legs, not … Read More

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there are approximately 5.2 million work-related injuries and illnesses each year. While the vast majority of these incidents involve nothing more than minor cuts, bruises and similar non-life-threatening injuries, others are … Read More

Fast food workers in the Empire State will soon receive a sizable pay increase, thanks to a new law signed into effect by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Following in the footsteps of Los Angeles and Seattle, New York has … Read More

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are among the most common type of work-related injuries. The term “musculoskeletal disorder” or “MSD” refers to any condition or injury affecting the muscles, tendons, joints, neck, back and/or supporting structures. Common examples include carpal tunnel syndrome, … Read More

Still struggling to maintain a productive workplace? There are certain elements that can have a disastrous impact on worker productivity. You may already know some of these “productivity killers,” but chances are there are others that will surprise you. Today … Read More

Tens of thousands of US workers are injured on the job each year. While most of these injuries are minor, consisting of nothing more than scraps and bruises, others are more serious, often requiring hospitalization and extensive rehabilitation. Employers should … Read More