Items Tagged with 'Outdoor safety'

Washington — A new resource from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences is intended to help employers identify and implement steps to protect workers from heat stress.

It’s a hot day, you’re out in the yard and you need to hydrate. A few steps away is a garden hose … should you take a drink?

Gardening is a popular springtime activity. But it can take a toll on your body – particularly your hands, wrists, knees and back.

Sprays and repellents can help keep mosquitoes at bay – when they’re used the right way.

Tumwater, WA — In an effort to protect workers against unhealthy air caused by wildfire smoke, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has issued permanent rules on the hazard.

Working outdoors already involves many hazards. Add cold temperatures during the winter months, and the number of risks grows.

Planning to burn leaves or other debris in your yard? Consider a few safety-related facts.

Working outdoors in the heat puts you at risk of becoming dehydrated. But what exactly does that mean?

Topical insect repellents containing DEET are popular and have been shown to be effective. The concentration of DEET in a product reflects the period of time it’s expected to be effective.

Exercising outdoors is a great way to enjoy the sunshine and warmer weather of summer. But you’ll need to take some extra precautions to stay safe.