Archive for: Workplace Safety

On July 19, 2022, Carlos Vargas Moreno went to work pulling weeds in a North Carolina field. It was brutally hot, and by that afternoon, the heat index was approaching 103 degrees. Moreno had been performing physical labor outside for hours when his body could no longer handle the conditions, and he collapsed. A co-worker […]

For years, heat illness was treated like a seasonal issue. Most employers viewed it as something temporary that only affected roofers, road crews, landscapers, and construction workers spending long days outside in the middle of summer. It was considered uncomfortable, but manageable. The assumption was that if employees drank enough water and took occasional breaks, […]

Major workplace crises, whether natural disasters or acts of violence, always leave behind more than physical damage. They reveal gaps in preparedness, expose weaknesses in response systems, and place lasting burdens on the affected workers. Two recent events, the Los Angeles wildfires and the Virginia school shooting verdict, underscore how employers must rethink workers compensation […]

A Practical Guide to Using Mobile Apps for Workplace Safety Mobile apps can be powerful tools for improving workplace safety. They offer instant communication, on-demand access to safety protocols, and real-time worksite analysis. However, apps must supplement your safety program, not replace it. They are a tool, not a strategy. To integrate them effectively, follow […]

Fatigue: Your Company’s Most Dangerous Blind Spot Employee fatigue is more than a human resources issue—it is a direct and costly threat to your business. When your team is overworked and exhausted, the risk of a catastrophic accident skyrockets. The Risk on the Road Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of work-related deaths in […]

The Hallmarks of an Elite Safety Culture What do the safest companies in America have in common? Year after year, top-performing organizations demonstrate that exceptional safety is not a matter of luck or industry. It is the result of a deliberate, disciplined approach. While their businesses may differ, these leaders all share a set of […]

Workplace Safety: Your Most Overlooked Profit Center For decades, many businesses operated on a simple philosophy: “Production at all costs.” The goal was to get the job done fast, because you don’t get paid until the project is complete. Safety was often an afterthought, and the cost of that mindset showed up in workplace injuries […]

The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) recently released its annual guide to construction jobsite health and safety best practices. The 2025 Health and Safety Performance Report is based on 2024 data covering over one billion work hours from ABC members using the STEP® Health & Safety Management System. Information from OSHA Form 300A data and “self-assessment of leading […]

The workers’ compensation landscape is undergoing significant transformation driven by new technologies, legal and regulatory challenges, economic factors, and evolving workforce dynamics. Employers that are proactive and informed are in the best position to navigate these complexities and effectively mitigate risks. In 2025 employers will need a heightened awareness of federal, state and local regulations […]

Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and wildfires, are increasing the scrutiny businesses face over their disaster preparedness, response strategies, and liability for injuries and deaths of workers. While the laws vary by state as to whether natural disaster-related injuries are compensable under workers’ comp statutes, most states cover first responders and workplace injuries […]