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Warehouse Safety
Warehouses can be dangerous places. Speed and efficiency are vital, which means moving vehicles, heavy foot traffic and goods flowing in and out. Glass, pottery, ceramics, bricks and artificial stone are also made with crystalline silica. Crushing, drilling or cutting these minerals creates a superfine dust that people breathe into their lungs. Silica dust exposure can lead to severe health problems or death.
Not Just Dust: Crystalline Silica Dangers in the Workplace
Crystalline silica is a common mineral found in the earth’s crust. Sand, stone, concrete and mortar contain crystalline silica. Glass, pottery, ceramics, bricks and artificial stone are also made with crystalline silica. Crushing, drilling or cutting these minerals creates a superfine dust that people breathe into their lungs. Silica dust exposure can lead to severe health problems or death.
Workplace First Aid Checklist
Every worker has the right to a reasonably safe workplace. Understanding workplace first aid kit requirements is an important way to protect your employees and stay compliant with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
Top 3 Risk Management Trends in 2024
As part of its 2023 “Global Risks in Focus” report, the Internal Audit Foundation asked internal audit leaders across the world to identify some of the greatest risks organizations must address in the coming years.
Understanding and Managing Risks in Municipalities
Municipalities, towns, and cities inherently face a higher level of risk and responsibility due to their role in providing essential services for the common good.
The Importance of a Safety Data Sheet Program
A well-implemented SDS program is a key component of an organization’s overall workplace safety program, ensuring the well-being of employees, residents, and the environment.
Accident & Injury Reporting
Timely claim accident and illness reporting allows insurance companies to respond efficiently, mitigate potential risks, and manage expenses effectively, resulting in a smoother claims process and more stable insurance costs for employers and workers, ultimately benefiting all parties involved.
Risk Management: Organizational Governance
Corporate governance helps you stay on track with your mission, principles, processes and procedures. It also keeps you competitive and ethically sound. Learn how to integrate corporate governance into your risk management process.
Workers’ Compensation 101: What Can You Do to Control Your Costs?
This month, OneGroup hosted its first 101 Series Webinar. President, Chris Mason spoke about the sometimes-confusing world of worker’s compensation, gave tips on claims, and how to control your costs.
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