Protection in the Oil and Gas Field

September 1, 2015

Employees in Pennsylvania might benefit from understanding more about hand protection in the gas and oil industry, as described by the Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA). The fatality rate in this industry is eight times higher than the workplace average for the nation. These workplace injuries have become common at refineries, transportation hubs, and drilling […]

Growing Use of Technology to Reduce Fatal Vehicle Accidents

August 27, 2015

Pennsylvania motorists may not be aware of the high cost of driving while fatigued, but it is estimated that fatigue is a factor in at least 7,500 deadly accidents annually. Driving while drowsy may be as dangerous as driving drunk, and both causes may lead to more severe accidents. A truck driver’s fatigue after being […]

Infection Hazards of Improperly Maintained Eyewash Stations

August 18, 2015

A recent publication issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) warns employers and workers alike that infections could arise from using improperly maintained eyewash facilities. Both employers and workers in Pennsylvania can use the information to remain aware of the risks and learn how to avoid them. Work environments that use corrosive chemicals, […]

MSHA Increases Enforcement After Three Miners Die in One Day

August 11, 2015

In response to the deaths of three miners on Aug. 3, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is strengthening its enforcement and safety training efforts in Pennsylvania and across the nation. The miners were killed in three separate incidents in Virginia, North Dakota and Nevada. According to MSHA, the incidents involved a Virginia plant […]

Safety for Workers Working Alone

August 6, 2015

Many Pennsylvania workplaces require employees to labor for some period by themselves during the usual course of their work day. This may occur inside a fixed facility or while traveling to separate work sites. As these workers will be alone, they will be without the support and security provided by other employees who otherwise would […]