People who work in hospitals have always been among those most likely to be victims of workplace violence. Mentally ill, drunk or drugged patients can lash out. So can angry family members. Sometimes incidents of gang and domestic violence even spill over into...
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The risk of asking employees to rush
Do you ever feel like your boss just wants you to rush and get things done faster than you even believe is possible? Do you feel this constant pressure and stress to be more productive every single day than you were the day before? If so, you're not alone. Many...
Hard hats provide many layers of protection
Head injuries are potentially severe matters that must be taken seriously. Workers should have proper protective gear if they’re working somewhere that has any risk of objects hitting a person’s head. This includes professions like linemen, plumbers, loggers, factory...
Selecting the right hard hat keeps you safer on the job
If you work in construction, one of the things you must do is make sure you’re wearing the right hard hat. Your employer should provide you with the correct hat that adheres to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s requirements. Though this is the case,...
Ohio’s teen workers have the right to a safe workplace – and workers’ compensation
Most teens who get summer jobs don’t worry much about the potential for injury. However, they’re often in environments where hazards abound. Because they’re just working for the summer and/or part-time, they may not get the training and attention that other workers...