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Technology has made it possible for many employees to accomplish their work from anywhere in the world. Accordingly, the number of workers who report doing some or all of their work from home has increased dramatically in the last decade. A 2018 study reported that more than 60 percent of workers spend at least one » Read More

With the global spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) comes a proliferation of anxieties about how to avoid getting sick. In the U.S., the growing concerns have been met with advice from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As hospitals and clinics continue to see increases in cases of the respiratory illness, individuals who come » Read More

Psychological safety may sound like a fluffy notion, but it can be integral to producing real results that lead to a safer and more productive workplace, according to a Harvard Business School professor. Team meetings are the true test of whether workers feel psychologically safe. If workers fear repercussions for voicing their questions, concerns, or » Read More

A new report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that overall work fatality incidents are down collectively. It also showed that job-related deaths have taken an uptick among people 55 and older. This means that people who remain employed into and past traditional retirement years may have a higher than average risk of » Read More

Landscaping and groundskeeping is dangerous work. The large and loud machines used in the industry can create hazards seen and unseen. Working with power tools to tame unkempt lawns and overgrown gardens can present dangers of physical injuries from accidents, as well as ongoing damage from repeated exposure to dangerous noise levels and toxic inhalants. » Read More