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New Strains of COVID-19: What Does This Mean for Vaccination?

With coronavirus variants from places like the United Kingdom and Brazil now in the United States, more vigilant practices are necessary to prevent the spread of the virus.

Poultry Plant Gas Leak Under OSHA Investigation

Poultry Plant Gas Leak Under OSHA Investigation

A Jan. 28 nitrogen gas leak killed six people and injured 12 others.

Minnesota Introduces Safety Bill for Meatpacking Workers

Minnesota Introduces Safety Bill for Meatpacking Workers

If the legislation is passed, meatpacking employers would be required to provide paid sick leave and PPE to their employees.



Misconceptions on Absence of Voltage Testing

When it comes to electrical safety, there is no such thing as absolute zero risk.

Value-Driven Safety: A Personal Commitment and Effective Program to Protect All Employees

Value-Driven Safety: A Personal Commitment and Effective Program to Protect All Employees

Safety programs are the foundation of a successful and safe work environment.

The Five Pillars of a Highly Effective Safety Management Process

The Five Pillars of a Highly Effective Safety Management Process

The five pillars will support continued excellence in operations as well as provide a framework for achieving excellence in workforce safety.

Assessing Dangers of Dust Explosions

Assessing Dangers of Dust Explosions

Dust explosions pose a severe hazard in the workplace, but there many ways to detect danger before a problem occurs.

How to Select Fixed and Portable Gas Detection to Make the Chemical Industry Safer

How to Select Fixed and Portable Gas Detection to Make the Chemical Industry Safer

Gas detection is a vital element of chemical safety—luckily, it is made easier with the help of technology.

Get the Upper Hand on GHS Label Compliance

Get the Upper Hand on GHS Label Compliance

Simple SDS-to-label compliance cross-checks, expert design tips and more.

Getting a Grip on Slip Resistance

Getting a Grip on Slip Resistance

Evaluating the coefficient of friction of PPE footwear.

How to Assess Workers’ Needs to Find Proper Protective Footwear

How to Assess Workers’ Needs to Find Proper Protective Footwear

The style, fit and materials of your boot could be the difference in safety or an on-the-job injury.

Preventing Slip and Fall Injuries in the Oil & Gas Industry

Preventing Slip and Fall Injuries in the Oil & Gas Industry

Keeping employees on their feet takes more than a casual reminder to “watch your step” during daily toolbox talks.

Safety Shower Solutions in Freezing and Challenging Work Environments

Safety Shower Solutions in Freezing and Challenging Work Environments

Chemicals pose a significant threat to worker safety, so there must be protocols in place and proper equipment available to prevent harm while on the job.

Tips for Choosing the Best Training Software

Tips for Choosing the Best Training Software

It simply comes down to which training software can provide everything you need in a way that is easy and affordable.

Drinkable PPE: Are You Protecting Your Workers from the Inside Out?

Drinkable PPE: Are You Protecting Your Workers from the Inside Out?

Hydration is often a second thought while completing a rigorous work day, though it should be a primary focus.

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