According to a survey of safety professionals by Kimberly-Clark Professional, U.S. workers are putting themselves at risk by not complying with important safety procedures and failing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
Key findings of the survey:
- 89% of safety professionals have witnessed workers not wearing PPE when they should
- 33% cited compliance with safety protocols as the top workplace safety issue in their facilities ·--- 34% said the economy affected their worker safety training programs or resources
- 63% of those impacted by the economy said it had led to less money for safety education and training
- 33% of those impacted by the economy said business concerns get more attention than safety concerns during tough economic times
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