WELCOME to the KU Department of Environment, Health & Safety!

You may be thinking, “This isn’t a health care facility, why should I care?” The fact of the matter is, you should care because exposure to bloodborne pathogens can happen at any time with potentially devastating consequences.

When employees adapt awkward postures to perform their work, the result can be a high number of sprains and strains. Today, we’re going to focus on some simple strategies to prevent these types of injuries.

Plan Before You Move. Train your workers to use their brains before they use their muscles. Have them consider the type of material they’re moving as well as the size, shape, and weight of the object(s). Only after considering factors like the size of the object and if it’s slippery or slick should they employ their own strength and energy. By thinking ahead,

According to a new National Safety Council survey-based report, 43 percent of Americans say they do not get enough sleep to mitigate critical risks that can jeopardize safety at work and on the roads, including the ability to think clearly, make informed decisions and be productive.