Reducing injuries and first-aid situations

There are many benefits to making safety a top priority. Workplace injuries and illnesses are reduced or prevented. Employees feel safe and leave in the same or better condition than when they arrived. Businesses are in compliance with laws and regulations. A decrease in injuries, illnesses and accidents can reduce the cost of workers’ compensation premiums.

Putting policies and practices in place can help reduce accidents and ensure employees are prepared to handle an emergency situation if one does arise. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) suggests 10 ways to create a safety program and keep safety at the forefront of your business.

Click here to read the 10 OSHA suggestions and learn how to properly respond if an accident does occur in the August Safety Issue of Rental Management magazine.

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