12 ways to reform OSHA
The current regulatory approach toward safety and health in the workplace needs improvement, according to the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE).
Wellness
Business cost of obesity-related absences: $8.65B per year
A new study calculates the financial hit U.S. businesses take each year because of absenteeism related to obesity. The study also shows how these costs vary from state to state.
Clocked out, fell on stairs leaving work: Can he get workers’ comp?
Are workers performing “employment services” when they’re entering or leaving their workplace for the day? The answer to that question determined whether this employee received workers’ comp benefits.
Did foot blister lead to costly workers’ comp case?
Probably most of us have had a foot blister due to a pair of shoes that didn’t fit quite right. This employee says his steel-toed boots, required at work, led to a costly medical problem. Did he get workers’ comp for the injury?
Former wrestlers sue WWE citing head injuries, lack of workers’ comp
A lawsuit on behalf of former wrestlers seeks damages from World Wresting Entertainment Inc. for head injuries. The wrestlers allege they were misclassified as independent contractors, so workers’ comp benefits weren’t available to them.
How did worker’s diabetes affect this workers’ comp case?
How much of an employee’s injury was caused at work, and how much of it was due to his diabetes? The answer to that question will help determine how much he receives in workers’ comp.
Proven process not being used in workplace health and wellbeing programs
A new report from the National Safety Council’s Campbell Institute says many employers aren’t using a proven process to get worker wellbeing right.
Safety News Summary, Oct. 1, 2012
America’s 10 deadliest jobs; “Where’s the concern?” asks a safety association president; top 8 features employees want in wellness programs; “delusional” doctor booted from workers’ comp board; and as a safety pro, what do you think about driverless cars? Click through for this week’s Safety News Summary.
Should you start an employee wellness program to improve safety?
Safety pros know that employees’ health is an important factor in their workplace safety. But how far should companies go to change workers’ personal habits, such as eating, for the sake of safety?
Sleep-deprived workers cost U.S. businesses $411 billion a year
A new study quantifies the financial effects on fatigued workers on U.S. businesses. The impact is enough to wipe out the current annual increase in the Gross Domestic Product.
Survey: OSHA ranks low on small business regulatory concerns
Compared to some of the other regulations small businesses face, OSHA isn’t a big concern for owners, according to a new survey.
Top 10 occupations prone to obesity
Studies have shown overweight workers are more likely to be injured. With that in mind, take a look at the results of one state’s survey to determine which occupations are most likely to have obese workers.
Top 10 office annoyances: Safety makes the list
Ranking right up there with poor restroom etiquette and people not showing up for meetings, it turns out some workers find safety … annoying.
When it comes to workers’ comp, the real cost of obese employees
A new study has quantified what you may already have suspected: Obese employees can drive up a company’s workers’ comp costs.
Will company have to pay more for workers’ comp 9 years later?
An example of how tricky back injuries can be: A worker injured his back in 2005. A court had to determine if his current pain is related to the incident nine years ago.
Workplace eye injuries too common, easily preventable
We’re about to enter the time of year when we have the most daylight. It’s a good time to remind workers that if they don’t use proper eye protection, they may not be able to enjoy seeing that extra daylight.
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