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Workplace Safety Articles

Engagement is the Key to Safety — But How? 
Recent surveys show that manufacturing team members are largely disengaged . But what if safety meetings were different? What if they were entertaining? The definition of “entertain” is to “capture the attention of”. Food for thought.

We’ve Got Your Back (Infographic) 
The “We’ve Got Your Back” infographic details the importance of ergonomics in the workplace, including preventative measures, as well as some shocking statistics.

Safety Culture Goes Far Beyond Work
If we can help all team members recognize early-on how safety applies to the things they care about most, we create not only a safety conscious culture, we help the culture create safer families and communities.

Wearable Technologies: The Next Frontier in Workplace Safety
The use of health monitors and fitness trackers have exploded in recent years — but, according to this article, you can expect the next frontier in wearable technologies to be in the workplace.

Injury Prevention Tip — The Softer the Anti-fatigue Mat the Better? 
Research shows that a standing surface that is too soft will increase lower extremity fatigue. A bed mattress is very soft to stand on, but would you want to stand on one all day?