#workplace-safety

#workplace-safety

GMB members in retail have been stabbed, punched and threatened with syringes while trying to do their job. It's completely horrifying - no one should have suffer this kind of abuse and violence at work. Retail employers need to ensure they have adequate staff and security to prevent this happening - and rock-solid procedures in place to support staff when it does.

We put a strong emphasis on prioritizing our efforts to ensure the safety of our members. It devastates us that our members and their families were impacted by this unfortunate incident,

The worker was creating a batch of paint at a Pigments Services Canada Inc. facility in April 2024 when their clothes became tangled in the machine, the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development said in a news release Monday. The paint mixing process involved lowering a paddle into a vat driven by an exposed rotating shaft, said the release. While working alone, the worker's clothing became entangled in the unguarded shaft, resulting in a fatal injury.

was a dedicated team member for more than 10 years, and our prayers are with Leo's family and friends at this difficult time.

"Last week, employees at Debevoise & Plimpton's New York office had a terrifying experience that is far too common in this country. An emergency notification went out through the building, informing of an active shooter in the area. Fortunately, the alert, which was sent out based on information from law enforcement, was a false alarm and there was no danger. But, as an office-wide email confirmed, it naturally caused "a great deal of fear, concern, and likely some confusion.""

Elon Musk's tunnel-digging firm The Boring Company's operations in Las Vegas were suspended after a worker sustained a "crushing injury." As local fire department and OSHA spokespeople told Fortune, authorities received a call about an "industrial/machinery incident" on Wednesday evening. The injured worker had to be lifted out of the tunnel using an on-site crane and transported to a local hospital. "The patient is reported to be stable," a spokeswoman for the patient told Fortune.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.

All the material they make here is what goes in pavement and asphalt. We think all mining sites should be autonomous because they are in a dangerous environment.

"And this guy came in the middle of the door, and pointed his gun at me. He started shooting around me. I put my hands up and said, 'I'm a cleaning lady. I'm a cleaning lady.' But I realized - he comes with a machine gun. He's not going to know who I am. He's going to shoot, no matter what."

OSHA Outreach Training is important for learning how to practice workplace safety in high-risk industries like construction, healthcare, and manufacturing.

The Soft Foam Bandage 2-in-1 Dispenser is a thoughtful solution for providing immediate first aid care for individuals without assistance, emphasizing self-sufficiency and dignity.

Shipping and import records show that the company imported large amounts of raw chemicals known to be used to manufacture explosives, raising significant safety concerns.

A safer work environment doesn't have to cost a fortune. Simple, low-cost steps you can take right now can make a real difference.

One-third of Jewish employees feel unsafe being openly Jewish at work, especially in tech and nonprofits. This trend reflects a concerning rise in antisemitism among various sectors.

A woman in her 50s was severely injured while cleaning an animal enclosure at the Darling Downs Zoo, losing an arm due to the attack.

Business leadership transcends profit motivation and focuses on a people-centric approach. Employee satisfaction leads to financial viability and sustainable growth.

Bilikesu Olagunju was sacked after abusing an 88-year-old dementia patient, yet she secured a job on a stroke ward at Homerton University Hospital shortly after.

Companies with more women on their boards tend to have fewer workplace safety incidents-especially when these women hold positions of power within the board.

"A British engineer died on a luxury superyacht in the Caribbean after being electrocuted while repairing a fault, an inquest has heard. Roy Temme, from Southampton, was one of the 17-strong crew of the 62.5 metre-long Baton Rouge when it was moored in Falmouth Harbour, Antigua."

Lightkeepers have a record of being perfect on their timing, said Jim Abram, a former president of the lightkeepers union. If they ever miss a report, it's for an emergency.

As a result of her exposure to that environment, her respiratory condition worsened and she was diagnosed with a chest infection and pleurisy - inflammation of the lining of the lungs and chest cavity.

BA has been fined over 3.2m after two handlers were injured in falls at Heathrow due to lack of safety measures on their equipment.

"I had to hide from Shawn [McCormick] and Sterling [Haywood]," said Georgopoulos, his voice cracking.

I don't sleep. I have huge financial stress. I lost all my hobbies. I lost my social life, my independence, my ability to drive.

Employers are planning to increase hiring by 7.3% for the class of 2025, signaling an optimistic job market compared to previous years.

Making Safety Culture Training Stick emphasizes the importance of integrating blended learning strategies to create a safety culture that engages employees.

Safety signs and compliance rules at work matter, as behind them is a real person's well-being.