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2020 OSHA Update

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With fall officially underway and Halloween right around the corner, it can only mean one thing: sweets, sweets, and more sweets. However, I would ask that you put down whatever candy your kids have rejected so you can start reflecting on 2019 and planning for 2020.  And as all successful businesses know, it is important to not only include a sales or production evaluation but an evaluation of your safety program. To help, here is a 2020 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) update to move you in the right direction.

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7 Tips for Carpal Tunnel Relief

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Your employees make the biggest difference, which is why protecting their health is the number one priority of any business. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, ergonomic disorders are the fastest growing work-related injury and accounts for “56 percent of illnesses reported to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.” And carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common ergonomic injury.

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Employer Tactics for Responding to an Aging Workforce

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Protecting an Aging Workforce    

Many changes take place in our bodies and minds as we age. This requires employers to take steps to adapt the workplace and jobs before an injury occurs. The key to keeping an aging workplace safe is having a manager, administrator, safety or health professional who understands the value of an aging workforce as well as the risks facing older employees. Management should also be asking some key questions like: How is an aging workforce affecting employee productivity? And what are some strategies that employers are implementing to accommodate the aging workforce?

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Staying Healthy and Happy During the Holiday Season

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This entry is part 7 of 10 in the series Health & Wellness

While the holidays are a time to indulge in some sweet treats while surrounded by loved ones, it’s common for many people to gain unwanted weight throughout that time. So, how can you enjoy these salivating treats, while staying healthy during the holidays? The key is moderation. You do not have to say no to these temptations, but do indulge conservatively. Instead of waiting for the buffet lunch or dinner, keep eating normal, balanced meals throughout the day.

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9 Ways Employee Engagement Will Help Your Business

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Most people have heard about employee engagement within their companies, but few understand its importance. Employee engagement is a way to improve company culture, resulting in teams that are full of happy employees, increased productivity, and employee passion about the work they are doing. Featured below are nine ways that you can help your organization thrive.

Nine Pillars of Employee Engagement:

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Tips for Staying Fit & Active in Winter

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This entry is part 13 of 10 in the series Health & Wellness
Welcome 2018! Who has made a New Year’s Resolution? I know I have – and some are harder to keep than others.

Popular resolutions tend to focus on getting in shape, losing weight and eating healthier. While a promise to yourself to follow through on your resolution is important, use these tips to kick-start the new year with a plan to stay active during the chilly winter months: (more…)

6 Tips to Refresh Your Mind, Body and Soul with Exercise and Meditation

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This entry is part 3 of 10 in the series Health & Wellness
Sometimes it can be easy to forget to take time for yourself. Weeks fly by in the blink of an eye. But even during the busiest days, it’s important to set aside a bit of time to recharge. Below are six ways that you can incorporate exercise and meditation into your daily routine to help you refresh your mind, body and soul. (more…)

Health & Wellness: Goals + Coaching = Success

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This entry is part 12 of 10 in the series Health & Wellness
We are often hesitant to turn to others for help, especially when it is a personal matter like health and wellness. Maybe it’s because we’re embarrassed or believe we are past help. We’re more likely to focus on the wellness of loved ones rather than our own. Over and over again, we are told that our health is paramount – but often that is not enough for us to make a long‐term change.

Health coaching participants have told me that the first session is always the hardest because they don’t know what to expect. Typically the first session allows me to get to know the participant a little better and find out what is important to them.

When I think back to one of my most memorable coaching sessions, the participant’s first words were: (more…)

Wellness Programs Support Personal and Business Success

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At Society we are committed to offering our employees a strong benefits package and robust wellness program.  We feel that the health and wellness of employees plays a critical role in the effectiveness of the company. Beyond that, we know that creating a work environment that encourages and facilitates wellness is simply the right thing to do as an employer. (more…)