Safety focus
Vol. 15 Issue 1 - Spring 2022Check out the latest edition of Safety Focus, Markel Specialty's accident prevention newsletter. Learn more about incident investigation and properly operating industrial trucks and material handling.
Incident investigation
Since nearly all worksite fatalities, injuries, and illnesses are preventable, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) suggests using the term "incident" investigation.
Powered industrial trucks and material handling safety
While forklifts allow workers to move heavy items instead of lifting materials by hand, they can still be exposed to hazards with the potential to cause injuries.
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