As an employer, OSHA requires you to provide the equipment and materials to keep your employees safe on the job. OSHA inspections of businesses that do not provide these supplies for employees often has serious consequences, including warnings, fines or closings of businesses. Consider the following items if the environment warrants. 

Workers in dusty environments need protection for their lungs. Dust masks filter the air they breathe and provide protection from particulate materials. Disposable masks are convenient for the employee and affordable.

Your employee has only one set of eyes. You are responsible for protecting them. Provide protective eye-wear in areas required. Install signs to remind employees to use the equipment.

Many industrial settings create excessive noise. In very loud environments, humans experience hearing loss in a matter of seconds. Ear plugs provide effective hearing protection.

Back injuries are the number one reason employees file workers' compensation claims. In addition to the financial loss for your company, you suffer loss of productivity as experienced workers spend time off the job. Provide workers with back support belts to minimize the occurrence of such injuries.

Despite your best efforts at protecting employees, accidents occur. Proper first aid kits are essential to tend to the injured worker. Provide a first aid kit in each work area. 

Injured workers are a liability to your company. Providing the necessary safety gear protects them from injury or work related illness. In addition to protecting your employees, you protect your company from loss of income claims and potential lawsuits. Providing essential work safety supplies is in your company's best interest.