Prescription medications can be a significant problem for workers in safety-sensitive positions. Here is what employers need to know.
Tag : Worker Health
Leading Causes of Workplace Injuries and Fatalities in Texas State
As one of the most highly-populated States, Texas has a high incidence of injuries and fatalities, year after year. This article examines the Texas data compared to other States and explores the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities in Texas.
Fentanyl Testing FAQs
What is fentanyl, why is it used, and why are employers adding it to their drug detection program? Get answers to these frequently asked questions and more!
Workplace Safety Violations and What You Need to Know About Respiratory Protection
Respiratory Protection is among the top 3 safety violations released by OSHA in 2022. Here’s how you can help mitigate future risks!
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) in the Transportation Industry
The transportation industry is one of several high-risk sectors for noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). This article is the fourth in a five-part series about NIHL in high-risk industries. Read on to learn about the significant risks for NIHL in the transportation industry and the steps employers can take to reduce these risks and keep workers safe.
What is Fentanyl and why is it a concern for employers?
The opioid crisis in North America continues to balloon, much of it driven by fentanyl. According to CDC data, deaths involving synthetic opioids other than methadone (primarily fentanyl) have continued to rise, with 56,516 overdose deaths reported in 2020. Canada has a fentanyl problem of its own. Of all accidental overdose deaths in the first quarter of 2022, 85% involved fentanyl.
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) in the Forestry and Agriculture Industry
The forestry and agriculture industry is a high-risk sector for occupational noise-induced hearing loss (ONIHL). This article explores the risks for NIHL in forestry and agriculture and what employers can do to minimize them.
Spirometry Testing (Pulmonary Lung Function Testing): Preparation, Procedure, Risks, and Test Results
Spirometry Testing is a type of Pulmonary Function Test often used by employers as part of their overall lung health monitoring program. Learn more about this test type.
What is OSHA, and why is it Important for Respirator Fit Testing?
OSHA is one of several organizations integral to SureHire’s Respirator-Fit Testing service. We follow OSHA’s respirator-fit testing protocols to ensure the health and safety of the person wearing the respirator.
What is NIOSH and Why is it Important for Respirator Fit Testing?
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is one of several organizations integral to SureHire’s Respirator-Fit (Mask-Fit) Testing program. If you have employees using respirators and are engaging in respirator-fit testing (mask-fit testing), it is important to understand how organizations like NIOSH influence the equipment and testing services.
