As you wash pollen off windows, fix leaks, repair roofs, and trim trees this spring, protect yourself against falls. Falls are the third-leading cause of accidental death and the most common cause on construction sites; about 350 employees die each year because of falls on construction sites in the U.S. Here are important tips to prevent falls: (1) Plan the work - know the tools/ assistive devices you need. Failure to do so will have you "taking chances" by performing the task improperly rather…

Was it a simple oversight that you weren't told about the free luncheon this morning, or was it a passive-aggressive act of your coworker who "forgot" to mention it? Not everyone expresses anger by sharing feelings and talking things out. Sometimes anger is displayed passively. Few people are passive-aggressive as a way of life, but on the job, where effective communication, workplace harmony, and productivity rule, passive-aggressive behavior can undermine a positive workplace. Withholding a…