Safety articles on Health

Outdoor Construction Worker, Working in the Sun
Health

The 3 Best Ways to Prevent Heat Stress on the Job

Make sure everyone on the team understands the best ways to prevent heat stress and has the opportunity to drink water and take breaks in the shade.

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Outdoor construction worker drinking water from a water bottle.
Health

From Cramps to Stroke, Recognize Heat Stress Symptoms

Sometimes just taking a break and drinking more water is not enough. Learn how to recognize the deadly symptoms of heat-related illnesses.

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A doctor in a white coat holding and examining a chest X-ray image, likely reviewing a patient’s lung condition.
Health

Farmer’s Lung: A Hidden Health Threat in the Barn

Farmer’s Lung is a serious respiratory risk in agriculture. Learn how mold exposure happens and how to protect yourself before it’s too late.

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Close-up of mold growth on a white wall, showing widespread patches of green, gray, and brown mold with signs of moisture damage.
Health

Don’t Ignore Mold: What Workers Need to Know to Stay Safe

Mold at work is more than a nuisance, it’s a health hazard! Learn how to spot it, stop it, and stay safe in any work environment.

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Mesothelioma
Health

Mesothelioma Facts, Risks and Prevention Guidance

It can take years for a person exposed to asbestos to develop symptoms of mesothelioma. Once the disease sets in, it can spread, and there's no cure.

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Man Coughing into Elbow
Health

Cover Your Cough: Stop the Spread of Germs at Work

Cover your mouth, wash your hands with soap, and throw your tissues away. These simple steps help protect everyone at work from germs that make us sick.

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Safety Data Sheet box in a warehouse.
Health

How Chemical Hazard Communication is Effective at Work

Get the facts about the Globally Harmonized System that aligns with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard and what it means for the safety of workers.

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