Items Tagged with 'National Safety Council'

Itasca, IL — Taking simple steps before work begins can help curb job-related musculoskeletal disorders.

The National Safety Council estimates that 599 lives will be lost in preventable traffic crashes over the Independence Day weekend.

One researcher wants to better understand how future engineers can contribute to safety culture when they enter the workforce.

In Episode 52, the S+H team examines content from the June issue, including a feature story with tips on keeping your safety committee fresh and effective. Also, Iowa OSHA Bureau Chief Peggy Peterson joins the podcast to discuss how to keep workers safe in the heat during the “Five Questions With …” segment.

Having someone at your worksite who can deliver first aid quickly and effectively can be, quite literally, a life-saver. The National Safety Council is the expert in workplace first aid and CPR training.

Washington — With its new estimate showing that 418 people may be killed in motor vehicle crashes over the Memorial Day weekend, the National Safety Council is asking people to take steps to stay safe.

Washington — Location geofencing is the subject of the latest white paper from the National Safety Council’s Work to Zero initiative

Walking has been a leading cause of workplace injury for many years, the National Safety Council says, adding that “we need to watch out for all of the hazards tied to walking just as we would any other part of our jobs that poses a safety risk.”

Hazard reporting is a critical part of any safety program and should be done as soon as a hazard is identified.

How often have you found yourself driving behind a large truck or bus? It’s a pretty common occurrence. What many drivers forget, though, is that truck and bus drivers have blind spots all around their large vehicles.