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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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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Busy Schedule Can Be High Stress
Health

How to Add Stress Prevention Into Your Safety Program

If your employees are facing high stress situations, then you need to incorporate stress prevention and management into your safety training program.

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Construction Worker Having a Stressful Day
Health

Learn How to Recognize the Common Causes of Job Stress

Challenging work doesn't have to be stressful work. There are many causes of job stress that workers and employers should be able to recognize.

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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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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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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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