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When you run a shiftwork operation, you need a schedule that maximizes productivity for you, the employer, without burning out your employees. Follow these recommendations from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health on shiftwork and schedules.
There are many different types of shiftwork schedules, from oil rig workers who spend weeks on the job … Continue Reading »

Target the topics most important to your organization by displaying our posters throughout your workplace. No matter what the subject…health and wellness, safety, productivity or shift work, no matter what the location…in hallways, lunchrooms, … Continue Reading »

Because accidents not only hurt people, but business as well, you have a stake in preventing them. Sixty percent of injuries occur off the job. So it’s time you promote safe habits in all situations. Make safety a year-round program, easily and affordably, with TopSafety™ newsletter. Helping your organization meet its safety obligations, TopSafety™ … Continue Reading »

It’s no surprise that health insurance premiums continue to rise. Are you doing all you can to keep your costs under control? The following are 10 ways you can make a difference.

1. Provide ongoing education about disease prevention and workplace safety.
2. Post safety signs in high-visibility locations and have first-aid kits on hand.
3. Make sure … Continue Reading »

In case you have been off the grid or under a rock for the last few months, here is a news flash: The legislative and executive branches of the U.S.government are looking at ways to overhaul the health care system with universal coverage and health care cost reductions as stated goals.

One thing is for sure. … Continue Reading »

We just launched, officially, yesterday and have been pleased to see the response to our new web site. Of course, we’re extremely excited about the latest addition to the Personal Best family.
As a FREE dedicated online resource for wellness, human resources, benefits and other professionals, the Corporate Wellness Advisor is a one-stop site … Continue Reading »

The massive job losses and recent downsizing across multiple market sectors has been called corporate anorexia (the unemployment rate has recently surpassed that seen in the 80′s when the term was coined). Not a pretty picture, but the U.S. and world economy has produced an epidemic in overly thin corporations due to layoffs and … Continue Reading »

What is swine flu?
This respiratory disease is caused by a Type A influenza virus (H1N1) that has elements of the pig, human, and bird flu viruses. The swine flu virus does not infect humans often, but this hybrid virus has been successful in spreading through human-to-human contact. The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised … Continue Reading »

A flexible work environment, either through flex time, job sharing or other measures, is a sometime remedy to help employees balance work and family and manage workplace stress. Studies have shown that flexibility can also lead to healthier lifestyle choices and healthier habits overall.
One study, published in … Continue Reading »

How your organization manages the shiftwork environment makes a difference in the health, productivity, safety and satisfaction of your employees. Keep these tips from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) in mind as you manage your 24-hour operation.
Avoid a fixed night shift. It is difficult for the human … Continue Reading »