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Interest in Wearable Tech Heats Up as the World Learns About the Dangers of Rising Temperatures

Interest in Wearable Tech Heats Up as the World Learns About the Dangers of Rising Temperatures

Can your company afford not to implement wearable technology as part of its HRI prevention program? 

Change Your Outlook on Construction Worker Safety

Change Your Outlook on Construction Worker Safety

Ensure safety managers for construction worksites are equipped with the information they need to help foster a culture of safety and avoid eye injuries on the job.  

Machine Guarding Best Practices

Machine Guarding Best Practices

Determining which best practices your organization can manage will determine skillset gaps and outside support selection criteria.



Breakthrough Strategies

Controlling Your Leadership Power

Overusing power indeed makes a statement, but often one that just reflects insecurity, not deep confidence.

Five Things Employees Need to Know to Prevent Heat Stress Injuries

Five Things Employees Need to Know to Prevent Heat Stress Injuries

Heat stress illnesses are a recognized and preventable workplace hazard.

How Connectivity is Leading the Future of PPE and Creating Adaptable, Proactive Safety Programs  

How Connectivity is Leading the Future of PPE and Creating Adaptable, Proactive Safety Programs  

Advanced technologies are making it possible for safety managers to better connect workers, worksites and workflows for safer, more efficient work environments. 

How Digital Transformation Reduces Safety Risks on Jobsites

How Digital Transformation Reduces Safety Risks on Jobsites

While safety has always been the top priority in construction, it is often compartmentalized.

Editor's Note

No Stress: Safety is Heating Up

In our issue this month, we are highlighting the hazards workers are faced with when they work in extreme temperatures.

The Zone Defense of Thermal Hazard Protection Programs

FR/AR clothing plays two distinct roles across three hazard “zones.” 

Overhauling Cannabis Workplace Drug Testing: The Shift to Fitness-for-Duty and Post-Hire Testing   

Overhauling Cannabis Workplace Drug Testing: The Shift to Fitness-for-Duty and Post-Hire Testing   

The zero-tolerance era is over; fair and equitable testing practices are the new norm. 

How Smart PPE for Hearing Protection Improves Hearing Conservation Program Performance  

How Smart PPE for Hearing Protection Improves Hearing Conservation Program Performance  

Noise-induced hearing loss results in irreversible and serious impact to a person’s quality of life and overall health. 

The Many Costs of Neglecting Your Heat Safety Plan

The Many Costs of Neglecting Your Heat Safety Plan

It’s easy to think of heat stress as causing cramps, vomiting and even fainting. However, a severe heat illness like heat stroke can forever change or end a person’s life. 

Taking Safety to New Heights

Episode 129

Taking Safety to New Heights

Continuing our 90th Anniversary coverage, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look at the history of fall protection and the evolution of PPE.

Hydroelectric Plant Receives “Star” Status from OSHA

Hydroelectric Plant Receives “Star” Status from OSHA

Holster Dam receives the highest level of recognition for workplace safety and health excellence.

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  • The MGC Simple Plus

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