Prime Occupational Medicine

With a new year comes a new opportunity to get ahead on workplace safety. No one wants an injured employee, but ensuring a proper protocol is in place can help you facilitate safer - and quicker - care should the worst happen. Did you know that PRIME can assist you in the development of a company-wide injury care plan? Our experts can help you navigate the process resulting in a policy tailor-made for your company and employees. Learn more at primeoccmed.com. #WorkplaceSafety #OccupationalMedicine #InjuryCare

For all those working outside this winter season, it's important to remain dry and be aware of your surroundings in and around the workplace. Slips, trips and falls are frequent hazards and become even more common with ice or water present. This is especially true as we recover from the past week's winter weather and record-low temperatures. Be sure to remind your crews to be mindful of weather forecasts and to take extra care to watch footing, wear appropriate gear and be on the lookout for new potential hazards. #WorkplaceSafety #OccupationalMedicine #EmployeeSafety #WinterSafetyTips

Prime clinics will reopen tomorrow, Thurs., January 23, following the winter weather closures. Please note the schedules below: 📍Prime Portland will open according to normal business hours. 📍All other locations will open at 9:30 AM. We wish you and your employees continued safety as colder temperatures persist.

For the safety of our clients and employees, please be advised that our offices and clinics will be closed on Tuesday, January 21 and Wednesday, January 22 due to winter weather conditions. We are actively monitoring the weather and will reopen normal clinic operations as soon as it is safe to do so. In an effort to continue to serve our clients through this time, we will offer the following services: ➡️ Call-Out Injury Services (pending road conditions and utility connections) ➡️ Telemed Injury Management (pending utility connections) If service is needed, please reach out to the after-hours number for the PRIME clinic in your area. LOUISIANA CLINIC AFTER HOURS 🔹New Orleans/Chalmette: 225-333-2301 🔹Reserve: 225-287-1427 🔹Baton Rouge: 225-439-5525 🔹Port Allen: 225-330-9459 🔹Lafayette/Broussard: 225-329-9411 🔹Lake Charles/Sulphur: 337-499-4764 TEXAS CLINIC AFTER HOURS 🔹Baytown/East Houston: 281-739-2997 🔹Port Arthur/Beaumont: 225-916-0890 🔹Portland/Corpus Christi: 361-356-9900

Is your workplace prepared for the upcoming weather? 🌨️ Local forecasts predict rain and wintery mix across areas of Louisiana and Texas early next week. For the safety of you and your team, here are a few questions to ask yourself as you make the appropriate plans for your employees: ❄️ Are there certain job roles that can be performed at home to reduce the number of employees on the roads? ❄️ What projects can be delayed or rescheduled until weather conditions are safer? ❄️ For those who must continue working, especially outside, do you have the appropriate PPE and/or clothing available for colder, wetter weather? ❄️ Are there appropriate protocols in place to maintain communication about changing weather conditions, safety hazards, etc.? From all of us at Prime, stay safe. #WinterSafety

It's Glaucoma Awareness Month. When was the last time you prioritized eye health in your workplace? Impaired vision whether caused by glaucoma or other conditions, can significantly impact both the safety and productivity of your employees by increasing workplace hazards and decreasing employee morale.  You can help protect your workforce - and their vision by ... 👁️ Encouraging regular eye exams, especially for individuals over 40 👁️ Implementing workplace safety measures to accommodate potential vision limitations 👁️ Reminding employees eye protection is important at work AND at home 👁️ Partnering with your local PRIME physicians for comprehensive eye health assessments and return-to-work and fit-for-duty programs #GlaucomaAwarenessMonth #WorkplaceSafety #EmployeeHealth #OccupationalMedicine #EyeHealth

Today, we celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and honor all those in the public service industry who dedicate their lives to protecting and serving our communities. Thank you! #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay #PublicService #CommunityHeroes

Extension cords are a staple in almost every workplace especially those in office settings. And, while they may seem harmless, improper use can create safety risks your team may not be aware of. Here's your reminder to evaluate your workplace for proper extension cord safety, and take the time to refresh yourself on a few of the do's and don'ts of extension cords below ⤵️ DO ✅ Inspect extension cords for damage before use ✅ Unplug cords when not in use ✅ Match the cord to the wattage rating on the appliance or tool you're using ✅ Properly secure cords along flooring DO NOT 🚫 Use indoor cords for outdoor use 🚫 Run cords through doors or holes in ceilings, walls or floors 🚫 Daisy chain or connect multiple power strips together 🚫 Use cords instead of proper hard wiring #WorkplaceSafety #OccupationalMedicine

From all of us at PRIME, we wish you a happy, healthy and safe 2025! Here's to a new year of providing reliable, quality occupational safety and medical services to support the well-being of your employees. #HappyNewYear #OccupationalHealth #WorkplaceWellness 

PRIME clinics will be closed this Wed., Jan 1st. Normal business hours will resume Thurs., Jan 2nd. If service is needed, please reach out to our after-hours support team for your local PRIME clinic. Louisiana Clinics After Hours 🔹New Orleans/Chalmette: 225-333-2301 🔹Reserve: 225-287-1427 🔹Baton Rouge: 225-439-5525 🔹Port Allen: 225-330-9459 🔹Lafayette/Broussard: 225-329-9411 🔹Lake Charles/Sulphur: 337-499-4764 Texas Clinics After Hours 🔹Baytown/East Houston: 281-739-2997 🔹Port Arthur/Beaumont: 225-916-0890 🔹Portland/Corpus Christi: 361-356-9900