workplace safety
August 5, 2025
Participating in OSHA’s Annual Safe and Sound Week
Safe and Sound Week is an annual campaign conducted by OSHA and other safety organizations. It will take place from Aug. 11-17 this year. This event aims to recognize the successes of workplace safety and health programs across the country and provide additional resources to help organizations and their employees kick-start or improve upon occupational...
July 29, 2025
OSHA Renews NEP on Preventing Amputations
On June 26, 2025, OSHA announced the renewal of its National Emphasis Program (NEP) aimed at reducing amputations in the manufacturing sector. The updated program took effect on June 27, 2025, and is scheduled to remain in place until June 27, 2030.OSHA’s enforcement data shows that employees working on or around machinery or equipment frequently...
July 23, 2025
Protecting Your Workforce During Extreme Heat: Risk Management & Workers’ Comp Insights
As temperatures climb across the country, July marks Extreme Heat Awareness Month—a timely reminder for employers to evaluate the risks extreme heat poses to their workforce, especially those in outdoor or non-climate-controlled environments. Heat-related illnesses can happen quickly and have serious consequences. From heat exhaustion and dehydration to heat stroke, the impacts are not just health-related—they also...
July 8, 2025
5 Strategies to Bolster Occupational Safety in an Aging Workforce
As the workforce ages, employers must adapt to ensure the safety and productivity of their older employees. Many baby boomers are delaying retirement or reentering the workforce, so the number of employees aged 55 and older is rising. While these workers bring valuable experience and engagement to their roles, they also face unique safety challenges...
June 26, 2025
Protecting Workers in Summer Conditions
As summertime approaches, it’s important to ensure your employees will be properly protected at the construction site. After all, summer is often the hottest season of the year, typically accompanied by surging temperatures and increased humidity levels. Such weather conditions can greatly increase the risk of your employees experiencing numerous complications on the job—especially heat-related...
June 12, 2025
Workers’ Compensation Insurance Midyear Market Outlook
The workers’ compensation insurance segment has been an outlier compared to other lines of commercial coverage, with most policyholders encountering softening conditions and modest rate decreases for nearly a decade. According to the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI), strong reserves and manageable claims frequency and severity helped generate an average combined ratio of 91...
May 8, 2025
OSHA Extends Outdoor and Indoor Heat-related Hazards National Emphasis Program
OSHA issued a notice in January that it would extend the effective date of its Outdoor and Indoor Heat-related Hazards National Emphasis Program (NEP) until April 8, 2026. Originally, this NEP was set to expire on April 8, 2025. OSHA states its review of this NEP shows success in identifying and targeting industries with employee...
April 29, 2025
National Safety Stand-down to Prevent Falls in Construction Set for May 5-9, 2025
OSHA and several key partners are teaming up to host a National Safety Stand-down to Prevent Falls in Construction. This event is scheduled for May 5-9, 2025, across the country and aims to raise awareness of fall hazards. Its efforts seek to stop fall fatalities and injuries. What Is a Safety Stand-down? A safety stand-down...
April 21, 2025
National Work Zone Awareness Week: A Critical Reminder for the Construction Industry
Each April, the nation observes National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW)—a time to recognize the critical importance of safety for roadway workers and motorists alike. For professionals in the construction industry, this week serves as both a solemn reminder and a call to action: work zones save lives when managed correctly, but they can also be high-risk...
March 20, 2025
4 Reasons to Provide Employees with Ergonomic Furniture
Creating a workplace where employees feel valued and supported goes beyond offering competitive salaries and benefits. The right furniture can enhance comfort and have far-reaching impacts on safety, efficiency, and overall employee satisfaction. If you want to build a workspace that promotes well-being and success, consider these reasons to provide your employees with ergonomic furniture....