Articles by Ashley Johnson

One size doesn’t fit all

February 20, 2014

If you type all day (as I do) and start experiencing wrist or hand discomfort, it stands to reason that switching to an ergonomic keyboard would help. But would it?

Helping workers out of the ‘grey zone’

February 13, 2014

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At a time when many able-bodied workers are having trouble finding or keeping a steady job, I imagine it’s even harder for injured, ill or disabled workers.

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February 5, 2014

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While watching the Super Bowl, I couldn’t help but think of the lingering issue of concussions in the NFL.

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January 17, 2014

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Here are a few articles that have caught my eye recently: the risky actions of a fisherman, workers' comp reform in the state of Illinois and workplace bullying.

Just what the computer ordered

January 13, 2014

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Need help figuring out the right treatment plan for an injured worker? There may be an app for that.

GOVERNMENT-INDUSTRY COOPERATION

Drilling down

OSHA and the oil and gas industry are partnering to address an upsurge in fatalities

January 1, 2014

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Employment is booming in the oil and gas industry – but fatalities hit an all-time high in 2012. Through efforts such as a nationwide safety stand-down in November, OSHA, NIOSH, and the oil and gas industry are collaborating to address the dangers these workers face.

PROMOTING AN OPEN CULTURE

Culture of blame

December 16, 2013

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How does your organization respond when an employee is involved in a workplace incident? Does it focus on assigning blame and doling out punishment, or offer support to the worker and highlight lessons learned?

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December 6, 2013

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Here are a few articles that have caught my eye recently: an Iraq war vet, painkillers and football bullying.

When sleep won’t come

November 22, 2013

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Most of us have a night when we can’t fall or stay asleep. For many military veterans, those nights are the norm.

Making data personal

November 12, 2013

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Every year, Safety+Health magazine brings you its “Salary Survey” – an in-depth look at trends in compensation for safety professionals. This year, the online version of the article offers something new – an opportunity for you to customize the data.