A look at the basics – and common sources of confusion.

Disparities in language, training and employer understanding of their workers’ cultures can create mental and physical barriers to safety.

“Between our phones, tablets and laptops, it’s no surprise that many of us are flexing our necks too much,” says ergonomics expert Garnett Payne of DEKRA.

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk says you can use “the power of deliberate thoughts” to encourage and inspire.

How does good housekeeping yield fewer injuries and higher profit?

Melissa J. Ruminski talks about how events of the past year have led both individuals and organizations to take a hard look at diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.

What role does mass notification play in safety program management?

“It’s critical to recognize that nothing has changed in the need to address risk,” says Christine Clearwater of Drug-Free Solutions Group LLC.

Whenever muscle damage occurs – whether it’s the result of a work-related incident, heat exposure, overuse or other cause – rhabdomyolysis can follow. Also called “rhabdo,” the condition develops when damaged or dead muscles break down and release cell contents into the blood, according to NIOSH.

A certified field technician was killed after he climbed into a mechanical vertical storage unit to make repairs.