DID YOU KNOW? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, fires and explosion accounted for 148 workplace deaths in 2013—or 3.4% of all fatal occupational injuries for the year. Despite industry and regulatory efforts to improve fire safety, this number (and percentage) has remained stubbornly constant since 2007. Despite this levelling off, it’s clear that OSHA intends that employers should remain committed to finding ways to reduce the number of fire related fatalities in the workplace, and intends to enforce a high standard for fire safety. OSHA stipulates that businesses should train workers regarding potential fire hazards in their workplace, and also […]