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10 obstacles to workplace safety

Article Abstract:

Results of a survey conducted by the National Safety Council outlined 10 obstacles to workplace safety. Obsession with corporate profits topped the list and was followed by stockholder greed and the decision of some companies not to recruit safety professionals to support their safety programs. Some of the other obstacles to workplace safety identified in the study include the shortsightedness of managers regarding safety improvement programs and firms' decisions to realize higher productivity at the expense of safety.

Occupational health and safety, Surveys, Work environment

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Your profession, your future

Article Abstract:

The National Safety Council disagrees with the American Society of Safety Engineers' draft standard for certifying safety professionals. The council believes that the proposal has too narrow a scope and contains requirements that many capable and knowledgeable safety professionals will not be able to meet. The draft's certification requirements may also not accept long-standing certificate training programs, including the council's Advanced Safety Certificate.

Standards, National Safety Council, Safety engineers, American Society of Safety Engineers

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Does an OSHA ergonomics standard make sense?

Article Abstract:

The debate over a proposed ergonomics standard for general industry should consider whether the Occupational Safety and Health Administration should promulgate uniform ergonomics rules that employers must follow. Ergonomic factors should be considered in the design of equipment, work spaces and job tasks. Such principles enhance worker comfort, minimize musculoskeletal stress and reduce an employer's workers-compensations costs.

Health Care, Usage, Laws, regulations and rules, Health care industry, Medical care, United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Ergonomics

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