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Avoiding the Flu: Tips From the CDC
The news is full of stories about the virulence of this season’s flu outbreak and, judging by the empty cubicles... More →
Hepatitis C Infection Rate Increasing
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced that the U.S. is seeing a significant upward trend in... More →
Winter Road Safety Tips
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death in... More →
April Brings Awareness to Alcohol Abuse and Distracted Driving
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD) have... More →
Focus on Alcohol Awareness and Distracted Driving for the Month of April
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD) have... More →
Deadly Flu Season Continues
The current flu season is grabbing headlines at the regional and national level, as medical groups and hospitals continue to... More →
Make It a Safe Halloween in Your Community
Before you send your little ghouls and goblins out on Halloween night, be sure they’re prepared for a safe and... More →
Hand Injuries in Construction
A construction site can be a real epicenter for hand injuries. A 2011 article in EHS Today cites some scary... More →
Dealing With Extreme Cold, Hypothermia, and Frostbite
2014 is coming in COLD. Across the U.S., temperatures are plummeting and wind chills arecolder than we've seen for a... More →
Thanksgiving Food Safety
Big holidays mean big meals, and the granddaddy of them all here in the U.S. is the traditional Thanksgiving dinner... More →
Getting Smart About Antibiotics
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have declared November 17-23, 2014 as their annual “Get Smart About Antibiotics” week... More →
Do You Understand the Symptoms and Risks of Cardiovascular Disease?
We talk a lot on our blog about sudden cardiac arrest, but today let’s look at a broader topic in... More →
Pandemics — Ebola and Enterovirus in the News
We’ve been hearing a lot on the news over the last few weeks about two virulent diseases. Because of these... More →
Mold and Latex Allergies in the Workplace: What to Do
In addition to the seasonal pollen-inspired sneezing and runny eyes you’ll see among your employees beginning this time of year... More →
Winter Workers: Beware of the Cold
It’s not just in the winter months that workers are exposed to cold stress, but it is a lot more... More →
The Importance of Living an Active & Healthy Life – Your Heart Will Thank You!
Your heart wants you to be healthy! Why? Because heart disease is a major problem; it is the leading cause... More →
Best Practices for Handwashing
Washing your hands is one of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs and illnesses... More →
Hypertension: A Leading Risk Factor for Heart Disease
As part of our American Heart Month blog series, we want to focus on a leading risk factor for both... More →
Eye Injury Prevention Month
July is Eye Injury Prevention Month, and whether we find ourselves at work, at home, playing sports, or anywhere where... More →
Heart Health Matters
February is American Heart Month, giving each of us a chance to refocus on our cardiovascular health. So, let’s brush... More →
Hypertension: A Leading Risk Factor for Heart Disease
As part of our American Heart Month blog series, we want to focus on a leading risk factor for both... More →
American Heart Month: How to Raise Awareness
February is American Heart Month, which gives each of us an opportunity to motivate our family, friends and students to... More →
American Heart Month: How to Raise Awareness
February is American Heart Month, which gives each of us an opportunity to motivate our family, friends and students to... More →
Make Safety A Priority In 2021
The new year provides a chance for a fresh start, with new goals and new priorities. And with 2020 in... More →
Make Safety A Priority In 2021
The new year provides a chance for a fresh start, with new goals and new priorities. And with 2020 in... More →
Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in Workplaces
Many businesses and individuals are returning to in-person settings after over a year of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. Organizations across... More →
Fire Emergencies: Older Adults are at Increased Risk
A fire department in the U.S. responds to a fire event every 24 seconds, according to the National Fire Protection... More →
Summer Job Safety for Young People
With the school year over, many teens and young adults will begin working at summer jobs. Especially for younger teens... More →
Fire Emergencies: Older Adults are at Increased Risk
A fire department in the U.S. responds to a fire event every 24 seconds, according to the National Fire Protection... More →
What You Need to Know About Splash Pad Safety
Splash pads are popular attractions for families looking for an easy alternative to public pools and water parks. These little... More →
What You Need to Know About Splash Pad Safety
Splash pads are popular attractions for families looking for an easy alternative to public pools and water parks. These little... More →
All About OSHA's "Focus Four" Construction Hazards
In the construction industry, certain hazards are present every day on the job site. To better understand and avoid these... More →
Best Practices for Preventing Heat-Related Emergencies
High temperatures can be dangerous to people at work, home and play. A hot environment with high humidity can lead... More →
Best Practices for Preventing Heat-Related Emergencies
High temperatures can be dangerous to people at work, home and play. A hot environment with high humidity can lead... More →
How to Protect Against the Dangers of High Concentrations of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
Safety professionals stress the importance of a plan for protecting workers from high concentrations of hydrogen sulfide (H2S). Many industries... More →
Flu Season Safety
This safety training tip topic is flu season safety. Influenza, also known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness... More →
Post-incident Resources for First Responders
Assisting in an emergency can be a traumatic experience, even for the pros. Although first responders like EMS, fire, and... More →
Spring Yard Work Safety
With longer days and warmer weather, many of us are spending more time working outdoors on our gardens and lawns... More →
Halloween Safety: Adult Edition
Most people think of children’s safety when planning for Halloween activities. But Halloween fun and preparedness doesn’t have an age... More →
Halloween Safety: Adult Edition
Most people think of children’s safety when planning for Halloween activities. But Halloween fun and preparedness doesn’t have an age... More →
First Aid Training Courses Contribute to a Healthier, Safer Workplace
Have you ever taken a first aid training course? I’ve had friends and colleagues learn first aid in health classes... More →
How to Safely Remove a Tick
Ticks are blood-feeding parasites that attach firmly to the skin’s surface. They’re usually found in shrubs and tall grassy areas... More →
The 20 Things You Need to Meet OSHA’s New Guidelines
Make sure you’re prepared for a successful workplace COVID program.... More →
How to Safely Remove a Tick
Ticks are blood-feeding parasites that attach firmly to the skin’s surface. They’re usually found in shrubs and tall grassy areas... More →
The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide poisoning claims the lives of more than 400 Americans each year and makes thousands upon thousands more ill... More →
The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide poisoning claims the lives of more than 400 Americans each year and makes thousands upon thousands more ill... More →
Hydration Alert: Why You Should Drink More Water
Not only is water a precious global resource, it is also the superhero of beverages – no question. Why? Because... More →
HSI March Newsletter
Your monthly digest of EHS, Compliance, and Professional Development resources & news for you and your business, with something for everyone.... More →
OSHA and Worker Safety in Hospitals
Many of our emergency care instructors are based in the broader healthcare field, especially in hospital settings, and today’s blog... More →
Coronavirus Precautions for Employees
Information about the coronavirus changes daily. Yahoo now has an entire tab dedicated to the topic in their navigation. Fears... More →