Physical hazards can cause bodily harm and even death. Knowing the most common types, their risks, and preventive measures can help you stay safe at home and in the workplace. A physical hazard is an ...

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. – A service member’s home should be their “safe place” – a place to relax and enjoy time with their family. Accidents happen every day, and children are the most ...

Homes in the United States are older than at any point ever recorded and Americans are spending billions of dollars to improve them. According to the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard ...

Nitrogen dioxide irritates the respiratory system, with effects varying based on a person’s sensitivity and exposure levels.

Biological hazards, or biohazards, contain living organisms that can pose dangers to human health. In the workplace, these can include blood, human waste, pathogens, and more. Biological hazards are ...

Seven hazards frequently occur on construction sites. Here’s how recognizing and training workers on these dangers can significantly improve workplace safety and productivity. Physical hazards in ...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The city of Lincoln announced on Tuesday it has received a $1 million Healthy Homes Production Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The grant is part ...

Yosemite National Park's lodging, managed by Yosemite Hospitality, received an "unsatisfactory" rating from the National Park Service due to health and safety hazards. Repeated rodent infestations, ...

Farming may be the backbone of our food system, but it’s also one of the most dangerous occupations. According to a Penn State study, 60,000 people were treated in emergency rooms for non-fatal, ...