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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Friday, March 18, 2022
The National Safety Council recognizes April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This event is intended to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and encourage motorists like you to minimize...
Live Well, Work Well - March 2022
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Understanding Your Kidney Health - March is National Kidney Month, making it a great time to take charge of your health to lower your chances of developing kidney disease. Your kidneys filter your blood to remove waste...
Live Well, Work Well - February 2022
Monday, February 7, 2022
Reducing Your Stress During American Heart Month - According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. In fact, half of all Americans are...
Safety Matters: De-Icing Outdoor Walking Surfaces in Winter
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Keeping outdoor walking surfaces-such as parking lots and sidewalks-clear of ice in the winter is a crucial practice at many workplaces. Not only does ice removal offer aesthetic benefits, it can also help keep you,...
Winter Safety: Driving
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Losing control of a car is undoubtedly one of the most frightening experiences behind the wheel. Unfortunately, it is a potential side effect when the temperatures turn frigid and the roads get slick with ice or snow....
Legal Update: Supreme Court Stays OSHA ETS Vaccination and Testing Mandate
Friday, January 14, 2022
On Jan. 13, 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled to stay the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) vaccination and testing emergency temporary standard (ETS). The ETS was...
Legal Update: Agencies Issue Guidance on Coverage of OTC COVID-19 Tests
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
On Jan. 10, 2022, the Depts. of Labor, Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Treasury issued FAQ guidance regarding the requirements for group health plans and health insurance issuers to cover over-the-counter (OTC)...
Live Well, Work Well - January 2022
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
How to Make - and Keep - Your New Year's Resolution - As the new year approaches, you may find yourself reflecting on the past year. This introspection is a significant first step toward selecting a New Year’s...
Legal Update: Court Reinstates OSHA Vaccination Mandate for Private Employers
Monday, December 20, 2021
On Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, the 6th Circuit Federal Court of Appeals reinstated the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) federal emergency temporary standard (ETS) for COVID-19. The 6th Circuit decision...
Safety Matters: Avoid Winter Slip-ups
Monday, December 13, 2021
Winter months present additional hazards that are typically not factors for employees during warmer weather – specifically, slip and fall concerns. With snow and ice-covered conditions, you run the risk of taking major...