TechneTrain Articles for the Healthcare Industry

Common Sense Tips for Lawnmower Safety

Unfortunately, lawn mowers can be a source of accidents and injuries.  While many of these are minor accidents that involve being burned or bruised, the more severe ones can result in the loss of a limb or even a life.  Fortunately, these accidents can be avoided by taking common sense precautions...

Hispanic Worker Safety

There are approximately 17.5 million Hispanic workers in the U.S., and these workers have vital roles in virtually every American Industry.  The responsibility for providing a safe and healthful workplace for all employees rests squarely on the shoulders of every employer.  Employers face some specific challenges when it comes to the safety of Hispanic workers, particularly in the bilingual training area...

Teen Worker Safety

It is an unfortunate fact that children do get injured, and even killed, in the workplace.  Approximately 80% of teens are employed at some point before they leave high school.  The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health estimates that over 210,000 American children suffer occupational injuries every year, and over 70,000 of these injuries are serious enough to warrant emergency room treatment.  Teens are consistently injured at higher rates than adults, even though they are restricted from the most hazardous jobs...

Working in Hot Weather

Working in hot weather is a fact of life for many employees.  Strenuous physical activities in high temperatures and humidity have a high potential for inducing heat stress and subsequent illness among exposed workers.  It is the responsibility of the employer to understand all risks associated with the work environment and to ensure that employees understand these risks and comply with safe work practices...

Common Sense Tips for Ladder Safety

Ladders can be a source of occupational injuries.  Many minor accidents involve only cuts, bumps and bruises, but some result in broken bones, paralysis, or even death.  Common problems include poorly maintained ladders, unsafe usage, and incorrect positioning.  Fortunately, most ladder hazards can be avoided by taking common sense precautions that are also required by Federal OSHA regulations...

OSHA and the Healthcare Industry

Last year, OSHA issued nearly a half million dollars in citation penalties in the Nursing and Personal Care Facilities Industry.  Avoiding costly OSHA citations requires that you provide a safe workplace, and understand what OSHA might focus on in your business.   Looking at last year’s OSHA citations can give you insight as to where to focus your compliance activities...

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