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HAZARDS ARE LURKING EVERYWHERE!
We recently published an article regarding how to perform a job hazard analysis in the workplace. There are hazards everywhere, in the workplace, home, school, businesses, just about anywhere you happen to go in everyday life.
Have you ever noticed something in a store that shouldn’t be there? While checking out of the grocery store, I noticed there were wires everywhere, around the area that customers had to pay out and pick up their sacks to leave. They were installing new computers, but there must have been another way to put those wires where customers were not at risk.
Another example, a small local chain discount store had become extremely unorganized. Seems that several employees had quit, and there were not enough employees to stock incoming merchandise, until it got to the point that it became dangerous to even try to find what you were looking for. The risk of falling over something in the aisles was bad enough that persons quit going into the store. The local fire marshall warned the store to get it straightened out in a certain amount of time, or he would be shutting the door because the business had become a fire hazard. Bringing in employees from area stores to help get everything stocked and neat again resulted from his visit.
Depending on the type of work we do, there are hazards in most all places of employment. Biological Hazards can be extremely dangerous if the right safety precautions are not taken. This includes anything that can be passed from one person to another. Contagious biological hazards are flu, hepatitis, or HIV. Mold and chemicals are also biological hazards.
Fire Hazards in the workplace are one of the major causes of lost work time. Work may be shut down because of fire damage to the building. Employees should conduct fire drills often, and be trained in fire safety: where the fire extinguishers are and how to use them. Exit routes should be clearly posted and never blocked. Lives can be lost in fires, so this is a very serious concern.
Electrical Hazards are dangerous both at work and at home. Never overload an electrical socket or extension cord. Check all cords to ensure there are no frays that could start a fire.
Slips, Trips, and Falls. These are hazards that could happen anywhere. In the home, stairs should be well lighted, and both in the home and workplace, good housekeeping is a must. Clutter or other things out of place can cause someone to trip over them. Wiring from computers stretched out in the office are a cause of falls. Trips and falls can result in sprained muscles or worst case scenario, broken bones. Falls from high places are always a threat to those who must work on ladders or six feet or more off the ground. This is when fall protection is required.
Lifting Improperly. How many times have you been told to bend at the knees when lifting a heavy object, only to bend over and use your back? If you think that the load is too much for you, ask for help. Four hands work much better than two in many cases. Wearing a back brace offers some extra back support, and makes one aware of the weight they are lifting, but can’t prevent an injury if the load is too heavy.
Noise Hazards. If you work in a place where you and your co-workers have to yell at each other, you need hearing protection. Businesses such as manufacturing, airports (those working near the planes), around racecars and other loud machinery, need to protect their hearing. Once hearing is damaged, it can’t be fixed. Rather than have to wear a hearing aid, why not start off with hearing protection at the beginning of your career? And for parents, encourage your kids to keep their music at a normal level. When you can hear their music through their earplugs, it’s time to turn it down, and save their hearing.
Let’s help protect our coworkers and others when we notice something that could cause someone to get hurt. Report any hazards at work; also, report hazards that you see in a store where you are shopping. You could save someone from injury, and also save a company from a lawsuit.
TOP SAFETY TIPS FOR HUMIDIFIER USE (GUEST POST)
Humidifiers are widely used in residential, commercial and industrial environments, especially as the colder months of winter approach and lower temperatures causes the air in our homes and on-site offices to lose moisture. Unbeknown to many people, dry air is just as damaging as air with excessive moisture and humidifiers are the perfect appliance to get your humidity levels where they should be.
However, whilst the health benefits of maintaining the recommended up to 45% humidity level are widely known, owners of humidifiers must exercise caution when operating and maintaining these useful devices and getting the most out of their air quality enhancing features. Check out our three steps to safe and efficient humidifier use…
Regularly Measure Humidity Levels
Maintaining the right level of humidity is the key to creating a happy and healthy work environment especially in the trade industry due to the amount of dirt, dust, debris and other harmful particles brought into the office space by workers. Whilst avoiding dry air is important, avoiding exposure to excessive moisture is equally vital, and offices and homes using a humidifier should measure their humidity levels regularly to ensure they strike the right balance.
As mentioned earlier in this article, the recommended humidity level for the winter season is 25% (35% to 45% during summer) so if your humidity level goes above 50% you must stop using the humidifier unit for a period of time until these levels have returned to normal. If the humidity levels remain high, then the number of dust mites, mold and airborne contaminants will multiply, exposing your workers to an increased number of health risks.
Clean Regularly to Minimize Bacteria Exposure
As you can imagine, humidifiers are a breeding ground for bacteria and mold due to its air processing and moisture restoring methods so it is important to clean the tank of your humidifier periodically for maximum cleanliness and efficient performance. It is recommended that you refresh the water in the tank every day and give the tank and its surroundings a wipe down regularly. Give the device a thorough clean and dry when you are storing the humidifier away on the lead up to the summer months, disposing of any used filters.
Go for Bottled Refills
When refilling the tank of your humidifier opt for bottled, distilled water instead of tap refills. This will ensure you avoid the build-up of troublesome limescale (caused by the minerals in tap water) that makes many appliances unsafe to use and inefficient.
Using these safety tips you can ensure that your office humidifier is kept in good working order and provides the safe and healthy working environment you need through the efficient restoration of moisture.
The author of this post is Martin Davies. As well as being an avid blogger in the home improvement and trade industries, he works for the Air & Water Centre to provide efficient solutions and improved air quality with the latest humidifying and purifying technologies.
HOW TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL POISONING AT HOME (GUEST POST)
Poison control centers report that more than half of the incidents they handle each year involve children under the age of six. The majority of these poisoning injuries result from the inadvertent ingestion of common household substances. Learning to reduce the likelihood of a poisoning incident in your home is an essential part of safe parenting and childcare provision, simply because even the most closely-watched children can find a way to get into dangerous things during the split second an adult’s back is turned.
Keep an Eye on Medications
The prescription medications that safeguard your health and the over-the-counter pills that ease minor aches and pains can be a blessing to ailing adults, but present a very serious danger to young children. Making sure that all of your household medications are stored in a place children cannot reach and are inside child-resistant containers is imperative. It’s also very important to make sure that you keep an eye on visitors’ belongings. When Grandma stows her pills in a daily dosage container with a simple flip-top and tosses it in her purse for easy access on the go, there’s very little keeping an inquisitive child from ingesting those medications. This especially holds true for toddlers and preschoolers that may have learned to associate “Grandma’s Purse” with “candies and sweets.” Make sure that visitors have a safe place to store their bags while they spend time in your home.
Clean Up Your Household Cleaner Shelf
Keeping all of your household cleaners in the cabinet under the sink is both wildly common and quite convenient. Even if you spring for the cabinet locks touted by baby-proofing experts as infallible, it’s important to keep in mind that no baby-proofing product is immune to failure. Installing cabinet locks is a great idea that can keep children from accessing a variety of unsafe objects, but moving the chemical cleaners to a high cabinet is the most effective way of keeping them out of kids’ reach.
Check the Paint
Buying older houses in rebounding neighborhoods is a popular trend for lots of reasons. Older houses have character, the price point can be more manageable than a shiny, new McMansion and they’re generally packed with charming features. Before moving into your new-to-you home, however, you’ll want to make sure that none of the paint inside it contains lead before you start scraping. Using a lead testing kit is your safest bet, especially if you suspect that the existing paint is a relic from a society that wasn’t so aware of the danger of lead.
Food Poisoning is Still Poisoning
Just because food is intended to be ingested doesn’t mean that it can’t be poisonous. Making sure that you are well informed regarding safe food handling practices and that all foods you feed your child are kept at the proper temperature and prepared in such a manner so harmful bacteria is eliminated is essential to his health. It’s also important to make sure that your child isn’t able to access the contents of the garbage can. Adults might think that the off-putting smell of a garbage can is enough to repel anyone, but the curiosity of an inquisitive child knows no bounds.
Monitor Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors
When you change your clocks and the batteries in your smoke detector at the beginning and end of daylight savings, make sure that you also change the batteries in your carbon monoxide detector and test it to ensure full functionality. Carbon monoxide is tasteless, odorless and colorless, so the only way to truly protect your family from accidental poisoning is to make sure that your first line of defense, your detectors, are working.
Kitchens, bathrooms and garages are the most common sites of accidental household poisonings. Paying special attention to these areas of your home and making sure that any potentially dangerous substances are stored far out of kids’ reach can help you prevent a poisoning emergency in your home. It’s also imperative that you store all chemical products in their original containers, as they contain important information that your physician or poison control specialist will need to ensure that your child gets the proper treatment in the event of an inadvertent poisoning emergency. Parents and childcare providers should also know how to spot the signs of poison ingestion, which consist of burns or redness around the mouth and lips, a chemical smell on kids’ breath, vomiting, dizziness, sleepiness, confusion and other strange behavior, including difficulty breathing, seizures and unconsciousness.
Sent to us by Lynda Albertson of NannyBabysitters
Thanks, Lynda, and a reminder that every home should keep a first aid safety kit on hand.
IMPORTANCE OF PROPER LIGHTING AT WORK AND HOME (GUEST POST)
By Ross Donald
Poor lighting is one of the most commonly identified causes of workplace injuries. It is not surprising when you consider that proper lighting is a key factor of being able to identify and avoid hazards, safely handle dangerous equipment, and deter criminal activity. Though additional lighting means additional costs, the costs of personal injury are often far greater. It is vital to give ample consideration to the lighting conditions of businesses and homes not only with cost in mind, but also the well-being of occupants and visitors.
Light Measurement
In meeting safety standards, light is usually measured in foot-candles. This refers to the amount of light cast on one square foot of a surface from a candle one foot away. There are many meters one can buy for professional use in measuring light, but personal intuition cannot be overvalued in determining unsafe lighting conditions.
Outside
Outdoor lighting needs just as much consideration as indoor lighting. Slip and fall accidents often occur outside when poor lighting makes it difficult to spot ice, oil, or dips and rises on walkways and parking lots. Also, a high level of visibility around the exterior of a building enhances its security by deterring criminals who would be easily seen conducting suspicious activity. In terms of safety and security, brighter lighting covering the largest area possible is usually advisable. This will also ensure that security cameras capture what they need to when incidents do occur.
Though business and home owners often give a good deal of consideration to aesthetic in their outdoor lighting, it is important to balance safety into that equation. Parking lot lighting is not federally regulated, but you will often find local legislation that requires something like, “a minimum of .25 foot-candles on the parking surface.” Such a minimum requirement is not necessarily suitable for all cases, however.
Stairs
Stairways indoors and outdoors need to be well lit as they are a hot spot for falls and tend to result in more severe injuries. Though there are a variety of options for lighting stairs, it is a good idea to place the lights so that there is as little shadow on the stairs as possible. Legislation often requires something around one foot-candle at the center of each stair and landing, so it is important to evaluate the light on this area of stairways.
Dangerous Equipment
Perhaps the most important consideration for proper lighting, dangerous equipment has to be evaluated on a case by case basis depending on how it is used. This includes everything from handling knives in a kitchen to operating a fork lift in a warehouse. Equipment involving careful manual operation needs a good light source that allows the operator to clearly see what they are doing. Also, if the operator is casting their own shadow over the equipment, the light source may need better placement. For equipment where there is a danger of injury by falling into its area of operation, ample light should be provided for a zone around the equipment as well.
Emergency Lighting
Emergency situations such as power outages and fires require not only good back up light sources, but also well-lit egress routes in case evacuation is necessary. Though this is an obvious and regulated consideration for businesses, it is important not to allow maintenance of such provisions to fall by the wayside. After all, just because they are not used every day doesn’t mean you should ignore them and expect them to perform whenever you may need them.
The Mood Factor
Though we wouldn’t generally consider a dreary state of mind to be an injury, it is a light-related factor that affects us all on some level at work and at home. Studies have shown that low light conditions contribute to a dark mood. At the same time, too much light also causes a decline here, so the trick is to find the right level of light that both enhances mood and provides safety where necessary.
As lighting technology evolves, more and more efficient, low-cost options are becoming available. While cost and aesthetics are valid considerations, safety is always paramount and should not be sacrificed in favor of other factors. Even with proper lighting installed, regular maintenance and replacement of the lights themselves and removal of obstructions is advisable for businesses and homeowners alike. When health and well-being are at stake, no cost in money or effort should be too great. Whether at home or at work, we should always be on the lookout for unsafe lighting conditions so they can be addressed before harm is done.
Ross Donald is a safety-conscious stay at home dad and blogger who loves to undertake a variety of DIY projects. He writes for leading supplier of light fixtures, Lightingsale.com
SAFETY RULES EVERY PARENT SHOULD FOLLOW (GUEST POST)
Many parents believe they are doing all they can to keep their kids safe, but with safety recommendations and standards always changing, it can be hard to keep up with what’s safe and what’s not. Here we’ve gathered 100 of the most important safety rules parents should follow to keep their kids safe and out of danger’s path.
In the House
While there’s no replacement for supervision, there are things you can do to decrease the number of risks that contribute to accidents and injuries in your home. Follow these rules to increase your child’s safety while at home.
- Signup for recall alerts. Stay up-to-date on child-related product recalls by subscribing to the Consumer Product Safety Commission recall alerts
Turn the water temperature down to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water can scald children. By turning the water temperature thermostat down you can prevent scalds and burns
Store medications properly. Store medications out of reach and sight to prevent accidental ingestions
Use the right safety gates. While pressure mounted gates may work fine to keep kids confined to a room, they have no place at the top of stairs
Safety proof windows. Children needlessly fall out of windows each year. Be sure to add window guards or locks to your windows to be sure your child isn’t one of them
Choose appropriate toys. Choose age-appropriate toys to reduce the risk of injury to your child.
Opt for a pet that is good with kids. When considering a family pet, you’ll want to be sure to select a pet whose temperament makes it kid-friendly.
Clean toys without harsh chemicals. Clean children’s toys naturally to prevent the spread of germs and decrease risks associated with toxic cleaners.
Store cleaners away from kids. Store toxic chemicals and cleaners out of the reach and sight of children to prevent accidental poisoning and chemical burns
Be sure smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functioning properly. The proper placement of working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors can alert family members of a fire and prevent children from experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning
Exercises You Can Do From Home (Guest Post)
In our hectic lifestyle, we generally don’t get enough time to do exercises at the regular interval. So for this reason, sometimes we face difficulty in keeping our body and mind fresh and active. But if we think deeply, then we can still manage our time to do exercises during our stay at our home as well. For this matter, you will need a little bit of imagination. Rather if you do your exercises along with your daily home chores, then you can keep yourself fit and active despite your fast lifestyle.
Walking
It is one of the best free hand exercises for you at your home. The reason is that you have to walk around for your daily household jobs from one corner of your house to the other corner of the your home. It is a kind of physical exercise without any fitness equipment. Moreover, through walking, your whole body will get active and fresh, so you will feel healthy and comfortable.
Jogging
Actually jogging means walking at a slower pace or leisurely way. So you can do it when you are hearing the music or you are viewing the the blockbuster movies at your home. It is a very good exercise for you at home. If you are fighting with obesity, then jogging will help you much in this matter. It will also help you to control the cardiovascular problem in your body. Moreover, jogging will increase your lifespan and control your aging problem.
Dancing
It is a unique solution for free hand exercise. Moreover, your body will synchronize with your dancing rhythm. Dancing will help you to shed a lot of calories from your body and it will also keep you fit as well. Even, if you are a music lover, then you can learn the dancing style by playing the dancing video clips or from any dance master as well.
Jumping
You can do jumping practices at your home. Particularly, you can do it from any suitable height in your home compound. Rather, you can try it at your backward area where you will get a lot of opportunities for it. Jumping is very much good for cardiovascular problem. But you have to do it after with the consultation of a doctor. The reason is that if you are an older person, then you should do it carefully abiding all health rules.
Weight lifting
It is a good exercise at your home. Actually, you can do it within your house parameter without ignoring its norms. You sometimes can carry a bucket of water from one room to the other room in your home. If you do it at the regular interval, then your body will be fit and comfortable.
So, you can do exercises from your home without any fitness equipment but you should do it with your imagination. Because, you can do exercise more various types than the aforementioned ways in your home if you need more. One interesting point to observe that you will not require spending any money for keeping your body fit and healthy.
About The Author:
Margaret is a writer/ blogger. She contributes to Marnie Bennett. Check Here for more on Marnie Bennett.
RESOLVING CONFLICTS
It’s only natural that there are going to be workplace conflicts, as well as those disagreements at home. Knowing how to settle them is like fitting all the pieces of the puzzle perfectly. In the workplace, the supervisor is also the mediator. Being a good mediator means that he/she can effectively resolve situations where different people with different ways of doing things can lead to personal and professional growth.
Not taking things personally is very hard when it comes to being critized about your job. Often times, intense personal animosity can result; that leads to too much downtime, teamwork breaking down, and wasted talent as people lose interest in their job. It can lead to a downward spiral of negativity and recrimination.
Suggestions to Mediate and Resolve Conflict:
- Meet with the antagonists together.
- Make sure that good relationships are the first priority.
- Set out the facts.
- Separate the people from the problems. Many times one person may not be being difficult, but has real and valid differences with the other person. Listen first; talk second.
- By listening carefully you’ll understand why the person is taking his or her position.
- See if each participant can describe actions they would like to see the other party take.
- Open up communications.
- Explore options together; a third resolution may exist and you can reach this point together.
Some of the benefits that a mediator may reap from communication skills are the following:
- Improved self-knowledge. Conflict pushes individuals to examine their goals in close detail, helping them understand the things that are most important to them, sharpening their focus, and enhancing their effectiveness.
- Increased group cohesion: When conflict is resolved effectively, team members can develop stronger mutual respect, and a renewed faith in their ability to work together.
- Increased understanding: The discussion needed to resolve conflict expands people’s awareness of the situation, giving them an insight into how they can achieve their own goals without undermining those of other people.
Conflict Mediation in the Home
Usually, workplaces have mediation processes in place. It isn’t quite that simple in the home. Who among us haven’t had differences with our spouses, parents, or children? If you have such conflicts in your home, try establishing a conflict resolution process, including the location. The place you choose may play a large part in resolving those problems. The bedroom should be a safe and loving place in a marriage; therefore, you should never designate your bedroom as the conflict resolution area. If, on the other hand, you are resolving a disagreement with your child, his/her bedroom is a good idea, as they feel safe in their bedroom and can open up to you better.
For adults, your living room, dining room, kitchen or other room you are both comfortable in should be the place you sit down and work things out. Talking things out should not be done while others are in the home. Find a time when each of you has the opportunity to talk. Don’t interrupt, but show respect for each other by listening to each point of view, and then do your best to understand and go about acknowledging mistakes that may have been made, and vow to try to rise above that point. Loving couples have arguments at one time or another; but by talking it out, problems can be resolved without the “cold shoulder” treatment. You may be surprised by something that has been bothering your spouse that you weren’t even aware of.
It isn’t always easy to resolve conflicts at home or work – but it is always important to settle disagreements before they spin out of control. Whether it’s talking things out by two family members, or having a mediator guide two persons to smoother waters at work, the mediator crafts a work environment that enables the success of the people who learn it. Conflict mediation is an example of “practice makes perfect.”
PLAY IT SAFE WITH HAND TOOLS
If you stop to think about it, how many hand tools do you have around your house? Most houses have hammers, flashlights, pliers, screwdrivers, knives, scissors, shovels, hoes, staplers, and wrenches. Tools are such a common part of our lives that it is hard to remember that they could pose hazards. The tools are designed with safety in mind, but tragically, a serious accident often occurs before steps are taken to search out and avoid or eliminate tool-related hazards.
In the workplace, to remove or avoid hazards, workers must learn to recognize hazards associated with different types of tools and the safety precautions necessary to prevent those hazards. Hand tools are non-powered. This includes everything from axes to wrenches. Misuse and improper maintenance are two of the greatest hazards posed by hand tools. The employer is responsible for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees – however, the employees are responsible for properly using and maintaining tools.
Hand tools are indispensable helpmates. They have played a vital role in helping in endless tasks like cutting, drilling, chopping, slicing, stripping, striking, punching, gripping, etc. They have a very important place not only in daily routine work and home repairs but also in various industries, farm shops, vehicles, machinery or facility repair. If they are not used with care and maintained properly, they can lead to serious injuries, such as: loss of eye; puncture wounds, contusions, severed fingers, and broken bones.
Here are tips for hand tools safety:
- Always choose the right tool for the right job: for example, don’t use a knife as a saw or a wrench as a hammer or screwdriver as a chisel, etc.
- Use the right size tool – forcing a small hand tool to do the job of a large one may result in tool damage or injury.
- Proper training: users should know how to use the tool correctly. One example: a wood chisel should be driven outward and away from the body.
- Wear the right protection for the job. Protective clothing such as safety eyewear and goggles, facemasks, coveralls, and appropriate shoes should be chosen for the particular job. Gloves can sometimes be bulky and make gripping difficult, so if there is a need for gloves, choose ones that furnish a good grip.
- Keep cutting tools sharp and in good condition. Dull tools are considered to be more hazardous than sharp ones. The tools and work area should always be kept clean. Dirty, oily and greasy tools should be cleaned after use.
- Inspect tools before using. Don’t use tools that are loose or cracked.
- Tools with “mushroomed heads” during use should be sharpened regularly.
- Sharp-edged and pointed tools should be handled with care.
- Store tools and materials vertically, with points and heavy end down.
- Don’t force screws; make sure that the correct screw for the job is being used.
- All small work and short work should be secured with a vise or clamp.
- Never use a screwdriver to check if electrical circuits are hot. (Ouch!)
- Never use a carpenter’s hammer instead of a machinist’s hammer.
- Never strike a hardened steel surface using a steel hammer, because a small piece of steel may break off and injure someone.
- Do not use pliers in place of a wrench.
- Razor blades, saw blades, knife blades should be disposed of in a puncture-resistant sharps container.
- Never use wrenches if their jaws are sprung or loose.
We hope those who use these types of tools in their line of work will take every precaution to work safely. I, for one, have decided I will let my husband do all the little carpentry work that I thought I could do. I’ve even stuck myself when chopping ice with an ice pick, so I can only imagine what damage I could do with a saw or wrench! That’s not to say there aren’t lots of women out there that can compete with the men! (There’s all sorts of small safety glasses sized for the ladies. Click on womens gloves to view several items sized especially for the girls). When you reach for that wrench, knife, shears, bolt cutters, or whatever, use with caution!
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OCTOBER IS HOME EYE SAFETY MONTH
Guest Blog
America’s oldest volunteer eye health and safety organization, Prevent Blindness America, reminds us that October is designated as Home Eye Safety Awareness Month. Of the 2.5 million eye injuries that occur every year, more than half happen within or around the home. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Ocular Trauma, the most common place of injury is the yard or garden. Home repair and/or the use of power tools in the home cause one in four eye injuries, as well.
“When doing everyday chores around the house or repair work in the garage, we can become complacent about remembering to use the proper eye protection,” said Hugh R. Parry, president and CEO of Prevent Blindness America. “But, we must remember that an eye injury that can occur in a split second can have lifelong impact on vision.” Protective eyewear that has been approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) should always be worn before doing any home or car repair, or during any other activity that could be potentially dangerous to the eyes.
Another tip for avoiding eye injuries is to provide effective lighting in your home. Better light reduces eye strain and also improves safety in the home, especially when stairways are well lit, or in areas where good light can reduce the risk of falls and other injuries. Rehabmart offers a wide variety of table and floor lamps to help you better illuminate your home. The Daylight Slimline Magnifying Lamp is a perfect choice for those who may have already suffered some vision loss as well as for those who want to help prevent vision loss.
The Daylight bulb technology in this uniquely stylish lamp helps to reduce eye strain and improves the contrast of what you are looking at, helping you to see more clearly. The flicker-free and low-heat technology soothes you and your eyes for hours, while you use 80% less energy compared to conventional lighting choices. You additionally have the option of adding on a table base or floor stand, converting this lamp to your own needs and specifications. The Daylight Slimline Magnifying Lamp also includes two easily changeable 5 inch glass magnifying lenses to help you see tiny details more clearly, making this the perfect choice for anyone who does beading, sewing or other detailed crafts.
Many people may be familiar with ‘Eye Wash Stations” in their workplace, but few think about the importance of having this available in their homes as well. Yet keeping eye washes on hand and ready to use at home can mean the difference between a temporary eye problem and lifelong vision loss, especially considering how more than half of all eye injuries occur in the home.
Vision and eye health are important and everyone should take care of their eyes by getting regular eye check ups and screenings with their ophthalmologist. The Prevent Blindness America organization also sponsors many screenings and vision programs for low-income children and adults who might not otherwise have access to this health care and prevention. Rehabmart celebrates Home Eye Safety Awareness Month by continuing to offer a wide and varied choice of the best products to help prevent eye injuries in the home and elsewhere…because prevention of an eye injury is so much better than living with the long-term effects of an eye injury, especially when it could have easily been prevented.
We at BLOG4SAFETY wish to thank:
Carol Koenigsknecht, Medical Consumer Writer and Hulet Smith, OT, Rehabmart Team Leader & CEO for this great article and sharing their concern with us and our parent company, Texas America Safety Company, about the importance of eye protection both at home and work.