Thumb shields, also referred to as thumb guards, are a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) used to protect individuals from harm caused by excessive exposure to friction on the skin of their thumbs and surrounding areas. They are generally used by individuals who engage in a task requiring… View Full Term
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Emergency Preparedness and Response is key to any workplace health and safety plan. Here you'll find content around all things Emergency Response, including muster points, emergency response and responding to key types of emergencies.
AFFF fire suppressants contain harmful PFAS. But how safe are Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foams (F3)? We go over the risks and compare them.
By: Jonathan Sharp
Wildfires affect worker health and safety, even in far off locations. Learn about the risks and how you should prepare for them.
By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist
Every year, a fire breaks out in approximately 16,500 office and retail buildings. These steps will help ensure that yours isn't one of them.
By: Safeopedia Staff
We go over every step to submitting, contesting, and managing workers' compensation claims to reduce costs and improve outcomes.
By: Sarah Frank | Owner / Consultant
Every moment counts after an electric shock incident. Here's what you should include in your emergency response plan.
By: Steven John Cumper
AEDs can dramatically change the outcome of sudden cardiac arrest. Learn how an AED can benefit your employees and how easily they can be used.
By: Bryan McWhorter | Lead Safety Advisor, Author, Writer, Speaker
Bone fractures are one of the most common seriously workplace injuries. Do you know what to do if a worker suffers one at your business?
By: Jessica Barrett
Deciding where to locate your muster point is just the beginning. Find out what else you need to do to keep everyone safe.
By: Brad Hestbak
Emergencies are always unexpected, but that doesn't mean you can't prepare. Find out how to be ready for common emergencies.
CPR can help save a life. Find out how it does and where to get proper training.
By: Rob Chernish
Some people assume that working in an office cannot be as dangerous as working in the field, but that is only because they haven’t had any dangerous encounters at work. According to the National Fire Data Center's Topical...
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