Pinch points exist in nearly every mechanical system. Any place where a moving part meets a stationary object has the potential to trap a hand, finger, or limb. When that space closes, the result can
Loading and unloading materials from flatbed trailers remains one of the most dangerous activities in transportation and material handling. For employers operating in high hazard industries, these tasks introduce serious exposure to struck by incidents,
Seeing the Unseen: Why Hazard Recognition Is the Foundation of Workplace Safety Have you ever reviewed an incident report involving a serious injury or costly equipment damage and thought, how did that happen? In many
Why Drug-Free Workplace Policies Matter for Employee Safety The National Council for Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) estimates that nearly 70% of the 14.8 million Americans using illegal drugs are employed. This statistic underscores the
Finger injuries are among the most common workplace incidents, ranging from minor cuts to severe damage involving bones, tendons, and ligaments. If not treated properly, these injuries can lead to permanent deformity and loss of
Chemical burns are among the most devastating injuries that can occur in industrial environments. They are not just painful—they can be life-altering or even fatal. At Berkley Industrial Comp, we believe that awareness, training, and
WHAT IS THE ANNUAL “HOME SAFE FOR THE HOLIDAYS” CAMPAIGN? Every October through the end of December, our RAMP (Risk, Assessment, Management, and Prevention) Team launches a safety initiative to help our customers. This campaign aims
The R.A.M.P. Team (Risk Assessment, Management, & Prevention) will be launching a year-long safety initiative highlighting the Top 10 Most Frequent Cited OSHA violations. OSHA’s “Top 10” list provides employers with valuable insight into not
For the next two weeks, our R.A.M.P. Team (Risk Assessment, Management, & Prevention) will partner with insureds to focus on the third Major Key hazard area: COMPLACENCY. This includes many different types of injuries that could have
