Introducing safety incentive programs to motivate employees to prioritize safety and reduce workplace incidents while aligning with OSHA guidelines is crucial. Emphasizing clear communication, fairness, and diverse reward criteria can help create a s...

Teamwork plays a crucial role in improving safety in organizations. Research shows that worker perceptions of teamwork are directly linked to reduced incidents and injuries. By fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and mutual support, organiza...

Workplace safety is crucial for small businesses to create a productive and efficient environment, reducing injuries, costs, and boosting employee morale. OSHA offers valuable resources for establishing effective safety programs, including its Small ...

The rise in workplace violence incidents requires employers to prioritize safety by implementing comprehensive policies and strategies. Data shows an alarming number of nonfatal injuries and workplace homicides due to intentional harm. Employers shou...

This MEMIC blog emphasizes the importance of prioritizing safety performance measurement to maintain a proactive safety culture and improve workplace well-being. The analysis of injury and incident rates, leading indicators, safety audits and inspect...

In this edition of the MEMIC Safety Net Blog, the focus is on promoting workplace safety and inclusivity for neurodiverse individuals. It highlights the unique needs and challenges faced by individuals with conditions like autism, dyslexia, and ADHD,...

OSHA has made significant strides in workplace safety since 1970, reducing worker deaths per day from 38 to 15. It's crucial to go beyond compliance, adapting safety measures to changing hazards and regulations. Compliance alone may not suffice, with...

In this final installment of the “who, how, and what” of OSHA recordkeeping, we address the “when and how”. Timely recordkeeping is crucial, with OSHA 300 log entries required within seven days of a recordable incident. For accurate details, consult ...

In Part 2 of the blog series, "OSHA Recordkeeping: New Year, New OSHA Log," the focus shifts to the "what" questions surrounding the OSHA 300 Log. Employers are guided through the complexities of recording work-related injuries/illnesses, including.....

In this blog series, employers are guided through OSHA injury recordkeeping by adopting a reporter’s mindset, addressing fundamental questions of who, how, what, when and why. Part one explores “who” must keep records and “how.” It delves into OSHA r...