Every Friday we pass on a few articles, pictures, videos, infographics, etc. we enjoyed throughout the week in a “Best of the Week” post.

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Health and Safety Links

Researchers: OSHA Inspections Saving Employers Billions
EHS Today

It will come as a surprise to many members of Congress that occupational safety and health regulations and inspections are not “job killers.” In fact, say researchers, they reduce injuries for years following the inspections, resulting in greatly reduced workers’ compensation costs for employers …

National Safety Council Calls on Americans to Bring Safety to the Forefront this June
MarketWatch

Each June, the National Safety Council encourages organizations and communities to participate in National Safety Month — an annual observance to educate and encourage safe behaviors around leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths …

60 Percent of Nursing Assistants in Nursing Homes Incur Occupational Injuries
EHS Today

New research reveals that 60 percent of certified nursing assistants (CNAs) employed in nursing homes incur occupational injuries, which range from back injuries to cuts, black eyes, human bites and more …

From the Ergonomics Plus blog

From the Ergonomics Plus blog this week – Injury Prevention Tip: Thoracic Outlet Compression Prevention