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Five Important Things to Know About Arc Flash PPE Programs

Five Important Things to Know About Arc Flash PPE Programs

A well-designed electrical safety PPE program can help mitigate injuries in the event of an arc flash.

Staying Safe in the Trenches

Staying Safe in the Trenches

How to ensure your employees don’t become statistics.

Optimizing 5S with Durable Labels

Optimizing 5S with Durable Labels

For facility operations managers, starting a 5S lean manufacturing program can reduce waste and optimize productivity through better workplace organization.



Studies Show Hand Washing May Be More Effective Than Sanitizer

With flu season around the corner, research suggests washing hands with running water is the best defense.

EHS ESSENTIALS: Key Components to a Full-Service Safety Program

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EHS ESSENTIALS: Key Components to a Full-Service Safety Program

Following the regulations and staying in compliance are important, but we know you want to go beyond minimum requirements to keep your employees safe. Some regulations have numerous training and employee information requirements, while others have none. Are you covering everything? And what does it take to go above what’s required?

‘Tis the Season… for Workplace Injuries

‘Tis the Season… for Workplace Injuries

Here’s how to keep your workforce humming during peak holiday seasons.

U.S. Chemical Safety Board Releases New Safety Digest After Four Disasters

Earlier this month, the U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) issued a new safety digest that highlights the importance of worker participation in chemical hazard training. Without engaged workers, serious catastrophes can occur.

Modern Workplace Bacteria Control Doesn’t Have To Be Complicated

Modern Workplace Bacteria Control Doesn’t Have To Be Complicated

No matter how effective your personal hygiene standards are, a single person in your place of work can cause illness.

Important NFPA Standards for Manufacturing Processes that Create Combustible Dust

Important NFPA Standards for Manufacturing Processes that Create Combustible Dust

If your facility handles, transfers, packages or processes dust-producing materials or powders, you could face an explosion risk from combustible dust.

New Respirator Fit Testing Protocols Put in Place

In an effort to better protect workers from airborne contaminants, the U.S. Department of Labor approved a new protocol for new respirator fit testing. Effective today, the rule will hopefully protect workers from airborne contaminants.

The Newest, Virtual Way to Teach Employees about Construction Hazards

Haskell and Kennesaw State University partnered to develop a virtual reality training aid to reinforce employee safety. Now, employees can train and practice construction safety using simulated programs.

Ohio Roofing Contractor to 3 Years in Prison for Ignoring Safety Hazards

After one employee fell and died in 2017, Ohio county court sentenced Jim Coon to three years in prison after he pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter. The court’s action follows an OSHA finding that Coon knowingly failed to install appropriate fall protection systems.

Researchers Find a “Sweeter Spot” to CPR Method

Researchers Find a "Sweeter Spot" to CPR Method

Until now, not much research had been done to find the best CPR methods from data that accounted for both compression rate and chest depth. Now, new data gives some exciting new answers.

Criminal Charges For OSHA Violations? State Prosecutors Are Taking Increased Interest

Many employers know that in particular circumstances, OSHA can issue criminal sanctions. However, what employers may not know is that OSHA has also been referring workplace safety violations to state district attorney offices in fatality cases.

OSHA and NOAA Make Severe Weather Safety Resource

OSHA and NOAA Make Severe Weather Safety Resource

Severe weather can have hazardous effects on all facets of our lives: homes, transportation, and livelihood. OSHA and NOAA are working on a public education effort to help people stay safe during severe weather.

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