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Preventing injuries versus COVID-19: A critical distinction

from EHS Today

Preventing injuries versus COVID-19: A critical distinction EHS Today Safety pros undoubtedly are experiencing déjà vu or “already been there” when they view the negative reactions to the recommendations from public health experts for preventing the spread of the coronavirus — from sheltering at home and maintaining a six-foot interpersonal distance to wearing a face mask. They’ve heard all the excuses for noncompliance before—“It won’t happen to me,” “This PPE is too uncomfortable and inconvenient,” “We have freedom of choice in our country; and if I want to risk receiving an injury or illness, it’s my personal right to do so.” READ MORE

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