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Sustainable Industrial Protection Equipment

Sustainability is a hot topic, but does it have any real meaning for industrial PPE?

The Power of Discovery in Safety

Discovering new safety strategies requires a hands-on approach.

Entering the Alligator Pit: An Overview of Confined Space Standards

Confined spaces continue to put workers in hazardous situations. It is crucial to identify hazards and design procedures to protect.

Clearing the Air on Confined Space Ventilation

To help clear the air, here is some advice for selecting a proper ventilation blower for a confined space, as well as some tips on usage.

OSHA Cites Dollar Tree Store for Safety Hazards

Beverly Hills, FL Dollar Tree was cited $265,265 in penalties.

The Bottom Line on Absence of Voltage Testers: How AVTs Allow Us to Engineer Safer and More Productive Processes

Replacing the Danger of Routine with the Safety of Automation

Cal/OSHA Cites Sierra Pacific Industries for Fatal Air Compressor Incident

A California company was cited $108,300 for safety violations.

Americans Wanting to Get Vaccinated Seems to be Declining

Data suggests numbers keep dropping; President Joe Biden reintroduces potential solutions.

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Key Indicators of a Strong Safety Culture

Listen in as OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the key indicators of a strong safety culture with Blackline Safety Chief Revenue Officer Sean Stinson.

Employee Engagement & Organizational Performance

Six fundamental elements are believed to increase employee motivation.

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Washington L&I Reminds Employers to Protect Young Workers During Seasonal Hiring

Agency highlights training, supervision, and legal requirements as youth employment increases statewide. Read Now
- Regulatory & Standards
- Training
Preventing Arthritis in Manual Labor Workers Through Early Intervention

Manual labor employees face elevated arthritis risk long before symptoms appear, but early ergonomic intervention, task redesign and evidence-based prevention strategies can protect joint health, sustain productivity and reduce long-term costs. Read Now
- Total Worker Health
- Health Management
OSHA Partners with Harvey Construction to Promote Safety on Manchester Project

The strategic partnership focuses on hazard prevention and worker training during construction of the Mark Stebbins Community Center. Read Now
- Facility Safety
- Regulatory & Standards
Everyday Electrical Risks That Threaten Worker Safety

Electrical hazards can strike without warning—whether from damaged wiring, overloaded circuits, wet environments, or improper procedures. Understanding these risks and taking preventive steps is essential to protecting workers across every industry that relies on electrical power. Read Now
- Electrical Safety
- Industrial Hygiene
AI and Smart Lighting Are Transforming Forklift Safety in Modern Warehouses

As facilities push for higher efficiency and stronger safety compliance, AI-powered cameras, predictive alerts, and advanced forklift lighting systems are redefining visibility, reducing near misses, and creating a proactive, data-driven approach to pedestrian and equipment safety. Read Now
- Artificial Intelligence
- Facility Safety
Physical Fitness to Be Focus of Safety Stand Down 2026

The campaign will focus on physical fitness and its role in reducing preventable injuries and deaths in the fire and emergency services during Safety Stand Down 2026, June 14–20. Read Now
- Fire Safety
- NFPA

Artificial Intelligence

AI and Smart Lighting Are Transforming Forklift Safety in Modern Warehouses
As facilities push for higher efficiency and stronger safety compliance, AI-powered cameras, predictive alerts, and advanced forklift lighting systems are redefining visibility, reducing near misses, and creating a proactive, data-driven approach to pedestrian and equipment safety.
Intelligent Safety Systems Are Transforming Industrial Operations
Next-generation detection technology and human-first design are turning safety into a performance advantage, giving operators greater confidence and improving workflow efficiency.
As Employers Push AI Adoption, EHS Faces New Pressure to Use Technology Safely and Responsibly
Companies are rapidly making AI use an expectation for employees, but the shift brings new challenges for EHS professionals who must balance productivity gains with protecting sensitive personal, operational, and proprietary information.

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