In conducting recent facility inspections and independently verifying the COVID-19 countermeasures that dealerships have enacted, we see hand-sanitizer everywhere.  On the Parts Counter.  On the Service Counter.  In stand-alone dispensers in the...

Eye injuries in the service department are common.  Imagine a situation where a bolt shatters as it is being tightened, and the metal shards are sent flying towards a technician’s eyes.  If the technician is wearing the appropriate safety glasses or goggles,...

Trench foot, frostbite, and hypothermia are various types of cold stress that can cause death or other serious injuries in the working environment.  As an employer, it is your duty to provide your workers with a place of employment that is free from recognized...

It’s January, which means you are diligently preparing your OSHA Form 300A for posting at each of your establishments with more than 10 employees.  A properly posted 300A is a sign that your establishment has some level of a safety culture. You are not alone if...

‘Tis the season to be on the lookout for dealership slip and fall hazards.  Slips, trips, and falls already constitute the largest source or workplace Injuries, but the introduction of ice and snow onto driveways and walkways raise the stakes considerably. A...

As the colder weather arrives, stay alert for signs of drowsiness in your staff.  Over the past 25 years, we have seen numerous instances around this time where carbon monoxide (CO) leaks in the service department migrated through the ventilation system to the...