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Facing time: Will criminal pro...

by Julianne Bass 04/25/2016

When a roofer at a Philadelphia construction site fell to his death in 2013, his employer did everything possible ... to avoid responsibility. First and foremost, the employer – roofing company owner James J. McCullagh – failed to provide his workers with fall ...

How Fall Protection Saves Lives

by Julianne Bass 04/22/2016

Working in the safety industry, I often come across news stories that remind me that working for ORR Safety goes far beyond just selling a product. One such news story comes out of the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. Last month, Tanner Kane, a worke...

Why Safety Leadership Matters

by Julianne Bass 04/22/2016

Every year, many businesses are forced to spend billions of dollars on costs associated with workplace injuries and illnesses. These costs are directly deducted from the company's profits, often putting them at a loss. It is no secret that companies, who promote and enc...

Workers’ Memorial Day Is Com...

by Julianne Bass 04/20/2016

Somebody has to explain to little boys and girls why Mommy or Daddy will never be there to tuck them into bed again. Grieving parents have to do what no parent should ever have to do – bury their children. Husbands or wives will need to rebuild their l...

What to do when lockout proced...

by Julianne Bass 04/19/2016

Alternative approaches to lockout are protective measures created when it is not feasible to lockout because of the need for energy sources to be present in order to accomplish assigned work. Alternative measures can be used in well-defined procedures that protect worke...

Is Your Incentive Program Puni...

by Julianne Bass 04/19/2016

Years ago, my employer gave employees a coaster every quarter that the group had no OSHA reportable incidents. Now it would have been in violation to have such a program. Despite criticism from workers compensation carriers who recognize the benefits of incentive progra...

Getting Started With Fall Prot...

by Julianne Bass 04/19/2016

Dave talks about why he came to work for his company, what he has to offer his employers and their crews, and offers encouragement and tips for those wanting to beef up their own fall protection program. Read the source article at youtube.com...

How to Build Your Safety Program

by Julianne Bass 04/18/2016

A structured, deliberate approach to safety is the best way to optimize effectiveness and ensure you reap the full reward of your program. 1. Commit to workplace safety. The first step in building a safety program is getting a commitment from the company’s executi...

5 Genius Tricks To Increase Ha...

by Julianne Bass 04/15/2016

A workplace can pose various hazards for your hands, those hazards can be in the form of chemicals, cuts or burns et al. Wearing handy pair of gloves can provide appropriate protection for every work situation, so it is pertinent for you to assess the risk for each task...

The Importance of Safety Innov...

by Julianne Bass 04/14/2016

Safety innovation is becoming an increasingly important component of workplace safety management. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) professionals confront workplace hazards every day. Innovation, whether in processes, technology and/or approaches to people, is helpin...