Loading docks are one of the most critical and dangerous links in any supply chain.
Employees are leaving worksites in droves—finding ways to give workers ownership of their safety and health could help retention.
When the respiratory system encounters threats for which little to no effective natural defense exists, it is imperative to have controls in place to prevent exposure.
Now is the time to make a compelling and well-rounded business case for implementing IH software in your organization.
Episode 123
Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look at the most important events that have helped to evolve occupational health and safety.
OSHA is requesting nominations to fill one vacant employee representative position on the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health. The 15-member group advises the Secretary of Labor and Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health on developing standards and policies affecting the construction industry.
Employee dies while attempting to mount a tire on a rim.
Logistics networks face increasing demand and complexity, and businesses are investing more in maximizing efficiency. However, these efforts may overlook occupational health and safety in the name of speed and profitability.
Increasingly, U.S. industries are using robotic technologies to perform dangerous or repetitive tasks, and these systems are becoming more collaborative and mobile in naturel, according to a press release.
Episode 122
OH&S is excited to announce a brand-new podcast focused on industrial hygiene called IHpod: An Industrial Hygiene Podcast.
Sanitation workers were exposed to equipment hazards during cleaning operations.
The Biden administration makes 400 million N95 masks available to Americans for free.
Despite many efforts, millions of rapid test kits are backlogged for delivery.
Episode 121
OSHA has confirmed that it will publish a standard on extreme heat. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look at what might be included in the final rule.
The company was cited for failing to enforce CDC and company policies for mask wearing and social distancing.
OSHA finds Earthbalance Corp. exposed workers to dangers of heat exposure.
PM Engineered Solutions of Watertown, Connecticut faces $236K in penalties.