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"Your chance for survival usually comes down to one thing: having your life jacket on when you need it," said USCG's Al Johnson. "The misperception persists that you can put on a life jacket once you’re in the water. It is extremely difficult to do, and unfortunately for most people immobilized by the shock of sudden immersion, it can be tragically impossible." more
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Cutting dry concrete curbs and blocks can produce significant amounts of dust, possibly containing silica, and exposure controls should be used. more
Learn about personal protective equipment and best practices to keep construction workers safe. Find out about improvements in PPE equipment in the last few years to guard against falls, which continue to be a leading cause of workplace fatalities. Gain more knowledge about what can you do to prevent them. more
In anticipation of the EPA's expected change to the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR), Howard Leight has issued a brochure that explains known details of the proposed changes for hearing protectors. Titled, "Inside the EPA's Proposed Change to the Noise Reduction Rating," the brochure is designed as a handy information resource for safety managers, providing background on the impending new rating system and the ANSI testing protocols on which it is expected to be based. more
While the language of OSHA's Occupational Noise Standard (CFR 29 1910.95) may appear convoluted, implementing a Hearing Conservation Program is not as daunting as it seems. There are a number of 'best practices' that safety program managers can employ that not only help ensure compliance with regulations, but also promote positive employee attitudes towards hearing safety. more
A recent field attenuation study conducted by the Howard Leight Acoustical Laboratory on the performance of hearing protection devices showed that individual, one-on-one training was the most significant factor in predicting good earplug performance. more
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Acting OSHA chief Jordan Barab and U.S. Labor Secretary Solis listed several new OSHA initiatives June 29 at Safety 2009. Which of them is the best idea for achieving real safety improvement?
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