Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be the leading cause of death for construction employees, accounting for 421 of the 1,075 construction fatalities recorded in 2023 Bureau of Labor Statistics data. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) …
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Safety First: OSHA Violation Leads Ohio Retailer to Develop Comprehensive Safety Program
It’s a call that no retailer ever wants to get—the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is on-site for a surprise safety inspection. For Scott Jerousek, owner of Farm & Home Hardware, which operates two stores in north central Ohio, …
Read More »4 Head Protection Products to Stock to Improve Workplace Safety
The lack of understanding and training surrounding head protection is dangerous and could potentially cost your business thousands of dollars, according to a new study conducted by J.J. Keller and the International Safety Equipment Association. The Bureau of Labor Statistics …
Read More »4 Home Security Lights to Keep Your Customers Safe
According to the 2023 Home Security Market report from SafeHome.org, a home security product research company, 45 million households have video doorbell components. For some homeowners, however, video doorbells are out of the budget, but they still want to protect …
Read More »3 Paint Additives for Improved Safety
With the advancement of technology and the growing awareness of health and environmental considerations, stocking paint additives can provide additional safety features to your customers. Discover three noteworthy paint additives to add to your offering to provide enhanced safety features. …
Read More »Do it Best Names New Divisional Merchandise Manager
Do it Best has named Jenna Myers as its newest divisional merchandise manager, effective immediately. In this role, Myers will lead merchandising teams for the company’s paint, paint supplies, outdoor living, holiday, safety and general merchandise departments. Working with each …
Read More »3 Basics of Ladder Safety
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, ladder accidents cause around 160,000 injuries and 300 deaths each year. If you sell ladders in your operation, share these ladder safety tips and product knowledge with your customers to position yourself as …
Read More »3 Tips to Keep Your Customers Safe This Holiday Season
From falling off ladders to trees catching fire, our favorite holiday movies jokingly depict the perils of holiday decorating. In real life, the dangers are substantial. Make sure your customers stay safe this year by sharing safety tips when selling …
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