In Oklahoma manufacturing plants, productivity is often seen as one of the highest priorities. However, the plant workers are critical when it comes to a manufacturing plant's productivity as they are responsible for manipulating the machinery and handling a variety...
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Month: July 2017
How to reduce accidents in trenches
Proper safety and supervision programs are vital to keeping Oklahoma trench workers safe. A single cubic yard of dirt weights about 3,000 pounds, which is enough to crush a person. While fatal trenching accidents doubled in 2016, OSHA says that they can be prevented...
Gates instead of chains for ladder protection
Oklahoma workers who use ladders to perform tasks should know that proper fall protection entails the use of a gate, not chains. This is according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. In order to secure a chain, and with his or her back to the hazard,...
Recognizing Illegal Interview Questions
During an interview, you should expect to be asked about your industry experience and the qualities that make you a strong candidate for the role. You should not expect to be asked questions about your personal life, your past, or your personal views. These questions...
Wearables could support workplace safety and injury recovery
Wearable activity trackers that monitor heart rate and count steps have become popular in Oklahoma, but technology developers have proposed expanded roles for smart personal medical monitors in the workplace. A presentation given at a conference described how wearable...
Why Would an Employee Seek Reasonable Accommodations?
American employees have the right to seek reasonable accommodations for a variety of reasons. Reasonable accommodations are exactly what they sound like - accommodations to the worker's schedule, workspace, or job duties that make it possible for him or her to perform...
OSHA rule on falls questioned due to fall safety provision
Oklahoma workers may be aware that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration updated its rule to help prevent workplace falls. The final rule became effective on Jan.17, 2017. However, one of the key provisions is being questioned as OSHA now allows people to...
What are my Rights Regarding Joining a Union?
The National Labor Relations Act of 1935 is a landmark American law that protects private sector individuals' right to organize and join labor unions for the purpose of collective bargaining. Largely, unions are beneficial to American workers because they are often...
Protecting minors from workplace injuries
During the summer, many Oklahoma teenagers opt to get a job to earn some money while they are out of school. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, however, they are at risk for serious injuries due to a lack of inadequate safety training,...