Tips for your construction industry workers’ benefits clients Unless your workers’ benefits client is new to the construction industry, they’re well aware of worksite risks and typical injuries. You can help them create a site-specific safety plan to increase awareness of risks and help prevent worksite injuries. Why is this so important to share with… Read More
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Steps to prevent repetitive strain injuries at work
Many tasks in daily life involve carrying out the same physical motions over and over, and in some cases, these kinds of tasks can also be a part of one’s daily duties at work. It’s important to consider ergonomics when performing these tasks, or the tasks can lead to workplace injury. Preparing large amounts of… Read More
How a fire extinguisher works
Fire extinguishers are effective tools for preventing the spread of fires if used properly, but rarely do we consider how they function. This quick article outlines their operation and how they extinguish flames. Without understanding how a fire extinguisher works, tribal employees may not be able to effectively use one in the event of an… Read More
Employers, help workers prevent worksite fatigue [infographic]
Sitting all day on the job isn’t good for any of us, we know. However, standing all day has its own set of drawbacks as well. There are ways to help that aching back and prevent worksite fatigue – but employers need to know the ropes and encourage healthy habits with their workers. “75 percent… Read More
Prevent winter slips, trips and falls
Winter weather may look magical, but the slush, ice and snow that come with it can make walking a treacherous activity. Slips, trips and falls are a leading cause of injury worldwide, and seasonal precipitation in winter months can greatly increase the likelihood of these types of injuries. Protect the people at your facilities by… Read More
Promote safe driving with a commercial vehicle safety program
An effective commercial vehicle safety program for your tribal enterprise should include: Management policy statement Driver selection Driver training Driver monitoring Driver supervision Accident investigation & reporting Vehicle maintenance Safety motivation & recognition Vehicle operating safety Having an effective commercial vehicle safety program can help reduce not only vehicle accidents, but also business operating costs…. Read More
Inspect facilities for accessibility to enable the disabled
One of the main goals of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is to afford protections for those with disabilities in public spaces. While great strides towards this goal have been made since the act was first passed, complete accessibility for everyone remains an ongoing journey. Every person’s needs are unique, and the term “accessibility”… Read More
Fire prevention tips for small tribal businesses and shops
Use these fire prevention tips for small tribal businesses to better equip your shop or office for suppression and safety Fire departments in the U.S. respond to an estimated 13,570 fires in stores and mercantile properties on average each year, which account for 3 percent of all structure fires. 22 percent of fires were ignited… Read More
What’s the cost of employee disengagement? [Infographic]
A recent Gallup poll shows that nearly three-fourths of U.S. workers are disengaged employees. You’ve no doubt seen the signs of employee disengagement at some time in your business. A worker barely puts in her eight hours. They don’t volunteer for anything, and generally keep to themselves. He doesn’t seem to want to expend any… Read More
Prevent the shock: Workplace electrical safety
Electrical hazards cause more than 300 deaths and 4,000 injuries each year among U.S. workers. Electrocution is sixth among causes of workplace deaths in America. Since every worksite uses electricity, workplace electrical injuries are a real threat in any industry. Most of these accidents might have been prevented with these workplace electrical safety steps. Granted, electrical… Read More