Workplace Safety: Regulating Chemical Exposure
Chemical hazards and toxic substances pose not only health hazards such as irritation, sensitization, and carcinogenicity but also physical dangers that can include flammability, corrosion, and explosibility. The Occupational and Health Administration (OSHA) works to ensure that information about chemical and toxic substance hazards in the workplace, and the use of protective measures is distributed […]
Falling Asleep on the Night Shift? Splash Some Cold Water on Your Face
It’s a common problem for those who work at night: at some point during the shift; you’ll get an almost uncontrollable urge to fall asleep. It’s understandable since you are probably heading to your job at about the same time those day-shift workers are heading to bed. Talk about messing with your circadian rhythms! Working the night […]
4 Tips to Deal with a Coworker Who Brings Your Mood Down
You probably already know that when happy people surround you, you also get happier. And when you’re around negative people, they tend to bring you down. But did you know there’s a term for this phenomenon? It’s called emotional contagion, and just like the flu bug, you can catch it from others. Harvard University and […]
Why It’s Important to Know Your Limitation When Lifting Heavy Objects
The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently reported that over 36 percent of injuries involving missed workdays were the result of shoulder and back injuries from heavy lifting. Overexertion and cumulative trauma were cited as the most significant factors in these injuries. If you work in a manufacturing or warehouse job, you’ve probably been asked to lift a […]
What Does It Mean When an Interviewer Says You Are “Overqualified for the Position”?
You’ve just aced the interview and are convinced that a job offer is on its way. Then the hiring manager tells you something frustrating and almost inconceivable: you’re overqualified! After showing them the skills you possess, the education you have received, and the experience you have accumulated, they use your outstanding qualifications against you. How does that […]
How Expectations for Employees to Work Overtime Can Kill Your Retention Rate
Most employers have set unrealistic expectations for their workers at one time or another. When they do, they often use overtime to get the extra hours they need to meet their deadlines. Paying workers additional wages for working overtime might seem like an excellent way to increase production, but it’s merely a quick fix and […]