Behind the Bargain: Ensuring Crowd Safety at Major Sales Events

Behind the Bargain Ensuring Crowd Safety at Major Sales Events

Hey there, folks. Today, let’s talk about something you might not think about often when you’re eager to snag that killer deal on Black Friday or some other sales event – crowd management safety. You’ve seen the headlines before, right? Scenes of swarms of shoppers, frantic for the newest gadget or bargain, can sometimes lead … Read more

Feathers, Factories, and Psittacosis: A Hidden Occupational Hazard

Feathers, Factories, and Psittacosis A Hidden Occupational Hazard

Today, I thought I’d explore something not many of us come across in our daily lives. We’re going to dive into a topic that’s vital to a specific demographic: people who work with our feathered friends, particularly in pet shops, quarantine facilities, and the poultry processing industry. This might ruffle your feathers a bit: it’s … Read more

Beyond Words: Enhance Professionalism With Nonverbal Communication

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I. Introduction In our increasingly interconnected world, effective communication is the cornerstone of professional success. However, communication extends far beyond the words we speak. Indeed, studies show that more than half of our communication is nonverbal, encompassing aspects such as body language, facial expressions, and posture. This silent language often speaks louder than words, conveying … Read more

OSHA: Illinois Contractor Repeatedly Flouts Safety Rules

OSHA Illinois Contractor Repeatedly Flouts Safety Rules

On the Job With OSHA: A Continuous Game of Russian Roulette GREENVILLE, IL — When you’ve been in the business of inspecting workplaces for as long as I have, a certain pattern starts to emerge. It’s not always a pattern of incompetence or neglect, but sometimes, it’s the darker thread of disregard. There’s a contractor … Read more

NIOSH Announces New Mine Safety Research Facility in WV

NIOSH Announces New Mine Safety Research Facility in WV

In a testament to the vitality of worker safety, a new chapter in industrial health and safety research opens in the small hamlet of Mace, West Virginia. An expansive 465-acre tract nestled between the historic counties of Randolph and Pocahontas has been claimed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heralding the birthplace … Read more

Train Derailment Cleanup Progresses in East Palestine, OH

Train Derailment Cleanup Progresses in East Palestine OH

EAST PALESTINE, OH (June 5, 2023) — The aftermath of the East Palestine train derailment is receiving relentless attention from both the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Norfolk Southern, who are closely monitoring the extensive clean-up efforts and providing regular updates to the local community. Norfolk Southern, responsible for the railway, is currently focused on … Read more