Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

Wearable Safety Technology: A Human Centric Approach

How can wearable technology help in preventing employee turnover?

Indoor Air Quality as a Measure of Success for Business Owners

Healthy employees are productive ones.

Handling Material Handlers: Training Beyond PIT Requirements

The scope of material handling is broad.

How to Assess and Design Guarding for Older Machines

It is essential to assess the machine and human interactions when trying to enhance guarding.

The Missing Link with EHS Software

There is a gap between digital transformation’s impact and how and organization deploys EHS tools.

Is It Time to Rethink Your Head Protection?

Making a relatively simple switch could protect workers.

Six Tips for Where, When and How to Choose and Use Self-Retracting Lifelines

SRLs are designed to help you focus on the job, not the PPE.

The Eyes Have It: Protecting Employee Vision with PPE

Selection and wearing the right eye protection saves on pain, recovery and cost.

The Fundamentals of Fall Protection for Workers at the Edge

For many industrial employees, working at height is a regular part of the job.

A New Standard in Slip Resistant Safety Footwear

A new ASTM standard could help employees feel safer on their feet.

Noise Surveys from the Trenches

Make tackling hazardous noise easier with the right tools and knowledge.

When Minutes Matter: CPR and AEDs at Work

Training is key to managing a cardiac event at work.

Industrial Hygiene: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow

A lot has changed in industrial hygiene, but one thing is constant: the need for worker health and safety.

Prioritizing Ergonomics Promotes Efficient Workplaces and Empowered Employees

As we continue to move through uncharted waters, it is important for businesses to keep employee safety top of mind.

OH&S Celebrates 14th New Product of the Year Contest

Occupational Health & Safety’s annual product contest brought in more than 60 entries this year.

Product Showcase

HAZ LO HEADLAMPS

With alkaline or rechargeable options, these safety rated, Class 1, Div. 1 Headlamps provide long runtime with both spot and flood options in the same light. Work safely and avoid trip hazards with flexible hands-free lighting from Streamlight. Read More
Full Line of Defense Against Combustible Dust Nilfisk

Nilfisk provides a comprehensive range of industrial vacuums meticulously crafted to adhere to NFPA 652 housekeeping standards, essential for gathering combustible dust in Class I, Group D, and Class II, Groups E, F & G environments or non-classified settings. Our pneumatic vacuums are meticulously engineered to fulfill safety criteria for deployment in hazardous surroundings. Leveraging advanced filtration technology, Nilfisk ensures the secure capture of combustible materials scattered throughout your facility, ranging from fuels, solvents, and metal dust to flour, sugar, and pharmaceutical powders. Read More
NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter

SKC NoiseCHEK is the easiest-to-use dosimeter available! Designed specifically for OEHS professionals, SKC NoiseCHEK offers the easiest operation and accurate noise measurements. Everything you need is right in your palm. Pair Bluetooth models to your mobile devices and monitor workers remotely with the SmartWave dB app without interrupting workflow. Careful design features like a locking windscreen, sturdy clip, large front-lit display, bright status LEDs, and more make NoiseCHEK the top choice in noise dosimeters. Demo NoiseCHEK at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. Read More

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Enhancing Workplace Safety: How Digital Transformation Is Shaping Manufacturing's Future

Eric Whitley, director of industrial transformation at L2L, discusses the role of digital communication tools in improving safety, transparency and efficiency in the manufacturing sector. Read Now
Wisconsin Animal Feed Plant Faces $161,332 in OSHA Penalties for Dust Hazards

Strauss Feeds LLC exposed workers to dust-related hazards, such as risks of fire, explosion and respiratory issues. Read Now
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NSC Appoints Three New Members to Board of Directors

The National Safety Council announced during the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo that it has appointed three new members to its board of directors, bringing diverse safety expertise to further its mission. Read Now
NSC Honors Amazon Safety Leader with Marion Martin Award at 2024 Safety Congress & Expo

The National Safety Council awarded Amazon's Jasmine Omar the Marion Martin Award at the 2024 Safety Congress, recognizing her contributions to workplace safety and advancing women in the profession. Read Now
OSHA Proposes Nationwide Workplace Heat Safety Standard

OSHA has proposed a nationwide workplace heat safety standard to reduce heat-related injuries and illnesses by requiring employers to implement comprehensive heat safety measures for indoor and outdoor workers. Read Now
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Wisconsin Contractor Faces Over $144,000 in OSHA Penalties for Repeated Violations

With a history of OSHA violations, the company repeatedly failed to protect workers from deadly fall hazards. Read Now
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Artificial Intelligence

Safety 2024: ASSP Expert Panel Tackles AI
Experts discuss AI's transformative role in enhancing productivity, safety and innovation.
Integrating Technology in Workplace Safety: The Role of AI and IoT
Integrating AI and IoT into workplace safety enhances predictive analytics, real-time monitoring and proactive risk management to significantly reduce accidents and improve overall safety.
Enhancing Employee Engagement with VR, AI and 3D Tools
When done correctly, a combination of new technology and traditional methods can create the perfect balance of engaging, thoughtful training that employees need.

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