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OSHA Recordkeeping: When Is Treatment First Aid?

Have you ever wondered if an injury is recordable on your OSHA 300 log?

General, OSHA  •  March 16, 2012

Dealing With Dual Monitors

Dual computer monitor use is becoming more common in today’s office environment. As this technology increases our workload, ergonomic setup becomes even more important.

General, Office Ergonomics  •  March 08, 2012

Know About the "No Zone"

Sharing the roads with large trucks is a real safety concern for those driving passenger cars. But one important point to remember is that a large tractor trailer or snow plow creates “blind spots” that limit the truck driver’s ability to see all ar...

Transportation, General, Driving Safety  •  March 02, 2012

MEMIC Center for Workplace Safety

Some of you may know that MEMIC has a partnership with Maine's Community Colleges called the MEMIC Center for Workplace Safety. Part of the Center's mission is to offer safety workshops to policyholders and non-policyholders.

General, Safety Programs  •  February 28, 2012

Safety Light Curtains—Worker Safety Around Dangerous Machines

Safety light curtains are a possible solution for worker protection where risks cannot be eliminated by machinery design or mechanical guards. When a beam of light is broken, the machine or equipment stops, or other actions occur that prevent worker ...

Manufacturing, Construction  •  February 23, 2012

Forklift Battery Charging

John DeRoia runs through proper service and maintenance of battery powered lifts.

Manufacturing, Construction  •  February 15, 2012

Pocket and Utility Knife Safety

As the emergency room physician sighed he said, “You’re lucky, you didn’t cut nerves or tendons.” I was sitting on the emergency department stretcher getting ready for stitches in my hand.

General  •  February 09, 2012

OSHA Deadlines—Are You on Time?

February 1st each year, employers, if required by OSHA to keep injury and illness records, must post their OSHA 300 Log Summary (form 300A).

General, OSHA  •  February 02, 2012

What's on Your Feet This Winter?

In a recent blog, I discussed strategies for slip and fall prevention. In this article, we will look more closely at avoiding slip fall incidents through footwear choice rather than surface maintenance.

General, Slips, Trips & Falls  •  January 30, 2012

Don't Become a Snow Blower Statistic

As the winter settles in, take a MEMIC minute to review some statistics related to snow blower use...

General, Outdoor Safety  •  January 20, 2012

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