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How Dust Testing Can Improve Indoor Air Quality in Manufacturing: A Q&A Guide

Maintaining indoor air quality (IAQ) in manufacturing facilities is essential for worker safety and operational efficiency. Dust generated from various processes can pose significant health risks to workers and negatively affect product quality.

Heat Resistance in PPE: How New Materials Are Improving Firefighter Safety

Heat Resistance in PPE: How New Materials Are Improving Firefighter Safety

Advancements in heat-resistant materials and regulatory updates are enhancing the safety and health of firefighters by improving their gear's performance and reducing harmful chemicals.

OSHA Restructures Regional Offices, Merging San Francisco and Seattle Regions

OSHA Restructures Regional Offices, Merging San Francisco and Seattle Regions

The new office will now encompass the areas previously known as Regions 9 and 10.

The Power of Predictive Analytics: How Data Can Transform a Facility’s Maintenance Strategy & Safety

The Power of Predictive Analytics: How Data Can Transform a Facility’s Maintenance Strategy & Safety

Leveraging predictive analytics can revolutionize facility maintenance strategies by providing real-time data that enhances safety, reduces costs and minimizes downtime through proactive decision-making.

NSC, NCCCO Foundation Report on the Role of Technology in Crane Safety

NSC, NCCCO Foundation Report on the Role of Technology in Crane Safety

New technologies, such as proximity sensors and drones, may significantly reduce the risks and hazards faced by crane operators and improve safety in the crane industry.

How to Choose Between Self-Retracting Devices and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards for Personal Fall Arrest Systems

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How to Choose Between Self-Retracting Devices and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards for Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Self-Retracting Devices (SRDs) and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards (EALs) serve different functions in personal fall arrest systems, with factors such as mobility, cost and maintenance influencing their use in various work environments.

How to Design Comprehensive Safety Training Programs Tailored for an Aging Workforce

How to Design Comprehensive Safety Training Programs Tailored for an Aging Workforce

Tailored safety training programs for older workers can enhance workplace inclusion, improve safety and maximize the value of their experience in the workforce.

How Electrolyzed Water Can Be Integrated into Facility Cleaning Practices to Improve Worker Safety

How Electrolyzed Water Can Be Integrated into Facility Cleaning Practices to Improve Worker Safety

This safe and effective alternative to toxic cleaning chemicals can help protect your staff as well as your bottom line.



OSHA Announces FACOSH Meeting on October 17

OSHA Announces FACOSH Meeting on October 17

The public is invited to attend the online session, which will address the health of federal employees.

Standing Strong: How Ergonomic Innovation Transformed Workplace Safety

Standing Strong: How Ergonomic Innovation Transformed Workplace Safety

Ergonomic innovations, particularly the implementation of custom insoles, improved workplace safety, reduced physical discomfort, and increased productivity at a large manufacturing facility.

MSHA Finds 253 Violations During August 2024 Impact Inspections

MSHA Finds 253 Violations During August 2024 Impact Inspections

The agency inspected 14 mines, identifying 72 significant and substantial violations as well as 11 unwarrantable failures across 10 states.

Study Finds Exosuit Technology Eliminates Warehouse Back Injuries

Study Finds Exosuit Technology Eliminates Warehouse Back Injuries

A new report shows exosuits led to zero back injuries across 280,000 hours of work in multiple distribution centers.

DOL Awards $12.7 Million in Workplace Safety Training Grants

DOL Awards $12.7 Million in Workplace Safety Training Grants

The grants will support workplace safety education and training initiatives for high-risk and underserved workers.

FGIA Panel Addressed Fenestration Safety Products

FGIA Panel Addressed Fenestration Safety Products

Experts at the 2024 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Fall Conference discussed trends in ballistic glass, school security and blast-resistant windows.

ASSP Updates Membership Model and Streamlined Management System

ASSP Updates Membership Model and Streamlined Management System

The changes intend to improve services provided to the organization’s 35,000 members.

Inside the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

Inside the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

OH&S Executive Editor David Kopf shares the biggest highlights at the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo in Orlando.

NSC Safety Congress & Expo Heading to Denver in 2025

NSC Safety Congress & Expo Heading to Denver in 2025

The annual safety event will take place in Denver from Sept. 15 to 17, 2025.

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How Onsite Medical Services Help Meet the Challenging Conditions of Industrial Worksites

The industrial trades are key to keeping the economy running, but they are also among the more dangerous professions.

NSC Closing Keynote: Embracing AI in Safety with the Right Mindset

In her closing keynote at the NSC Safety Congress, Dr. Kate Darling emphasized the importance of a balanced and ethical approach to AI and robotics in workplace safety.

Beyond Light vs. Dark: Why Color Rendering Is a Critical Safety Factor in Hazloc Lighting

Beyond Light vs. Dark: Why Color Rendering Is a Critical Safety Factor in Hazloc Lighting

Color rendering is a critical safety factor in hazardous location lighting, impacting visibility, color accuracy, and risk mitigation beyond basic brightness levels.

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