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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Industrial Worker is Sitting, Feeling Tired
Health

Strategies Workers Can Use to Manage Workplace Fatigue

Workplace injuries can increase when a worker's reaction time and awareness are decreased from being fatigued due to stress, anxiety, or lack of sleep.

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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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A bag of dry cement with a small shovel in it.
Health

Health Hazards of Working With Cement in Construction

Workers using cement should know the health hazards, understand the risks, and follow safe working procedures necessary to limit harmful exposure.

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Hazardous Chemical in a Work Environment
Health

Workers' Rights When It Comes to Chemical Hazards at Work

The goal of the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) standard is to ensure that workers know about chemical hazards at work and how to protect themselves.

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Person viewing medical records on an electronic tablet.
Health

Employee Access to Their Own Medical Records

Employees who have exposure to toxic substances or harmful physical agents at their work site have a right to view their medical and exposure records.

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Warehouse worker that has back pain from lifting heavy boxes.
Health

Back Injury Prevention Tips and Techniques for All Workers

Apply these safety tips and techniques when your job requires lifting and carrying, to prevent potential discomfort, aggravation, strains, sprains and injury.

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