Getting to a higher level in a workplace often means using a ladder. However ladders, if used incorrectly, become the reason for many fatalities and injuries.
Companies were back at it Tuesday, showing their products for day two. None of the vendors held back on demonstrations and engaging with others who came to their booths to glance or learn more.
Similar to ASSP Safety 2021, NSC 2021 in Orlando FL., people were ready to get back on the expo floor.
After a year and a half of uncertainties, the world is becoming a more familiar place—even if it is hardly recognizable behind a face covering. While large gathering were seen as a high risk last year, vaccinations and COVID-19 tests have made it easier for professionals to gather in one place again
Safety professionals swarmed the halls of the Orange County Convention Center as The National Safety Council kicked off their 2021 Safety Congress & Expo on Monday, October 11 with an important conversation on a word that should be familiar to all professionals in the field: resilience.
Non-use was highest among women, young workers and current smokers.
Episode 102
In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a deep dive into one of OSHA's most frequently cited standards: Machinery and Machine Guarding, General Requirements.
Despite COVID-19 taking over last year’s conference, the expo floor was back in action this year in Orlando, Florida.
Keeping an eye out for one another. That’s what safety at work can simply come down to.
The company was issued one willful violation for failing to ensure proper machine guards.
OSHA finds one willful and five serious violations.
The majority of employees believe it’s important that a company prioritizes their mental health.
Despite cannabis’ increased legalization, NSC research shows its use poses a huge workplace risk.
Episode 101
One of the most important parts of rolling out a new safety initiative is communication with employees. In this episode, Blackline Safety's Sean Stinson and Jeffery Fors from Waste Management explain effective strategies to getting employee buy-in and compliance.
In-person events are back and after a year and a half, you might need to dust off your travel bags and be reminded of the steps to a successful event.
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National Safety Council research reveals more workers are ready to create a much safer work environment.
OSHA proposes $319K in penalties to address these violations.