We’ve all lifted something at work. Whether it’s a regular part of your job or just an occasional nuisance, most times you don’t even think about it. After all, it’s a simple act. But be careful: one wrong move and you could end up with a long-term injury. That’s why proper lifting technique is so…
When you hear the term “workplace injuries,” your mind might automatically go to catastrophic events. But most incidents don’t fall into this category. They don’t involve fatalities or massive injuries. In fact, a majority of accidents result in relatively small cuts and bruises. You might feel silly about documenting every one of these comparably trivial…
Operating a forklift represents a dangerous profession. The Department of Labor reports that more than 600 people lose their lives in forklift accidents each year. More than 7,500 suffer non-fatal injuries. Don’t let this happen to you. With the right precautions, you can stay out of those unfortunate statistics. Here are a few forklift safety…
Working in a warehouse puts you in the middle of a fast-paced environment. This action will keep you moving and hopefully make your workday interesting. However, it can also put you in danger. That’s why having access to the right PPE on the warehouse floor represents a crucial ingredient to your long-term health. The expansion…
You started 2021 with such hope. Especially after the dumpster fire that was 2020, you were ready to get your career back on track. Now the year is more than a third over. How have you done? Time to assess your 2021 goals. Generally speaking, it’s hard to chase down annual goals. Just look at…
It’s hard to talk about the future. The endeavor gets even more difficult when the discussion has a significant impact on your present. That’s why it gets tough to answer the interview question “where do you see yourself in five years?” A lot can happen in five years. That’s how long Breaking Bad lasted. The…
In relationship terms, it started off as a fling. Now you want to make it something monogamous. In other words, you want to turn that temporary gig into your full-time position. How do you get that done? It’s not an uncommon occurrence. A Forbes report, citing information from a major New York staffer, suggested that…
We know the feeling. Your palms sweat and your mouth dries up. Every time you approach your boss, your nervous system seems to shut down. And that’s just for everyday interactions. How will you ever get the confidence to ask for a raise or for a promotion? It can pose a major problem. No matter…
It’s tough taking a job when the word “graveyard” is involved. It just has a spooky vibe. But get beyond its “graveyard shift” reputation and some of the logistical challenges of going to work at midnight, and a third-shift position can present its share of perks. So how do you know if this schedule can…
You feel stuck. Your current job has gotten stale and you’re ready for new challenges. But you’re not sure how to communicate your ambitions to your supervisors. It’s time to learn how to ask for more responsibility at work. This can represent an awkward conversation. You don’t want to disrupt the team dynamic or annoy…
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