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Benefits of portable fire extinguisher training in the warehouse.

February 9th, 2011
Author Erik in the Prevent Future Claims category

First a little about fire and its properties.  What is fire?
A rapid, self-sustaining oxidation process accompanied by the evolution of heat and light of varying intensities.  IFSTA Essentials 4th Edition.
That burning process can be interrupted by removing one of the four elements in the fire tetrahedron:
●Heat
●Fuel
●Oxygen
●Chemical chain reaction
By developing a yearly fire extinguisher training program [...]

Eye Safety, Prevention & Care in the Workplace

February 9th, 2011
Author Erik in the Prevent Future Claims category

January is National Eye Safety Month! 
Your eyesight is a priceless commodity and once lost can never be brought back.  Every day in the workplace employees are exposed to numerous hazards to the eyes from chemicals to flying objects.  Protecting your eyes starts with education and utilizing the right equipment. 
There are many different types of eye [...]

Accident Investigations: An Essential Tool in Every Work Comp Management Program

February 9th, 2009
Author Cameron Nicholson in the Prevent Future Claims category

Performing accident investigations when an employee gets injured is an important step in carrying out your company’s work comp management program. The first reason that comes to many people’s minds for conducting an accident investigation is probably to prevent a fraudulent claim from being filed, but there are many other good reasons for conducting these [...]

Believe in Your Employees and Create a Safer Workplace

January 7th, 2009
Author Jessica Williams in the Reduce Current Costs category

Do you believe in yourself? Do you believe in your employees? Do you believe that every job assignment makes a company flow and is just as important as the next? Do you believe that if any employee is injured, it affects the entire company? Take time to think that if any one of your employees was [...]

Could Your Employee Workstations Use an Upgrade?

December 23rd, 2008
Author Cameron Nicholson in the Prevent Future Claims category

Warehouse employees are subjected to a great deal of repetitive stresses on the body and as a result, musculoskeletal disorders are their most common forms of injuries. One way to significantly decrease the number of musculoskeletal injuries sustained while on the job is to make their work stations more ergonomically sound.
Ergonomics is the science behind [...]

Does Your Business Practice Ergonomic Principles?

December 18th, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Prevent Future Claims category

Most of us have heard the term “ergonomics” at one point in our work environment. The question is do we really know what it means? The dictionary defines ergonomics as “the applied science of equipment design, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort.” That seems a little too scientific to [...]

Decorating the Workplace – Keep Safety in Mind!

December 4th, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Prevent Future Claims category

Decorating the workplace is always a great way to boost spirits during the holidays. But, it is important to be aware of potential hazards. The same principles that go into decorating your home in a safe manner should apply to your workplace.
Make sure you are checking for fire hazards when selecting your decorations. Be careful not to punch your staples through [...]

Be Proactive When It Comes to Workers Compensation Fraud

August 14th, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Prevent Future Claims category

It is much easier to prevent workers compensation fraud than it is to prove it. As an employer it is important to make sure to hire people who have the skills and the character that best fit with your company. Having a sound hiring policy is a good place to start.
Here are a few suggestions [...]

Reasons to Protect Your Employees’ Back

June 6th, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Prevent Future Claims category

Injuries to the spinal column or back region are common, and many of these injuries are preventable. Depending on the type of business you have, using a good lifting program and educational safety system, can help protect your employees from injury.
Here are some compelling reasons to protect your employees from back injuries:

80% of Americans will [...]

Wellness Rooms Help Reduce Work Comp Costs

May 29th, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Reduce Current Costs category

Educating your employee about their injury is a good idea. What benefits do you get when your employee understands safety awareness and proper lifting? Is there a program that can help your injured employees understand their injury, help rehabilitate and return to full duty?
Wellness Rooms are your answer! You can benefit greatly when using the [...]

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