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Long Work Hours Linked to Regular and Hidden High Blood Pressure

Long Work Hours Linked to Regular and Hidden High Blood Pressure

A recent study by the American Heart Association tested the blood pressure from employees who worked 49-plus hours on the job weekly compared with that of those who worked fewer than 35 hours a week. The results suggest a bigger problem of hypertension than expected.

Six Common OSHA Violations in the Beer Brewing Industry

The craft beer brewing industry has been booming lately, but OSHA has also been citing employers left and right for these common violations.

Headphones Music on Construction Sites Is Up to Employer Discretion, says OSHA

OSHA responded to employers’ question about the use of headphones to listen to music on construction sites: there is no rule prohibiting headphone use, but there are identified hazards and risks employers should consider.



The WHO and FDA Approve Ebola Vaccine, Ervebo

The WHO and FDA Approve Ebola Vaccine, Ervebo

A new, injectable vaccine has been approved to fight the deadly and highly contagious virus, Ebola. Health officials hope it can start to mitigate current and future outbreaks of the disease.

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Don't Choose Hardware Over Humans: 3 Ways to Invest in Your Workforce

The following three strategies will help you begin investing in your employees to positively impact your organization

Jan. 9 is the “Most Dangerous Day” for Workers in Colorado

Recent data found that Colorado workers sustained the most slips, trips, and falls on Jan. 9 over the last five years, due to weather conditions.

Studies Show Millions Drive Under the Influence—of Marijuana

There is widespread knowledge that driving drunk is dangerous, but why don’t we talk about driving under the influence of drugs? A recent study says millions do drive high from marijuana, cocaine, and meth.

NSC Notes an Increase in Yearly Workplace Fatalities

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the highest total worker fatalities since 2008, with leading causes of deaths being motor vehicle accidents, falls, and drug overdoses.

What Are the Limits of Online Training for OSHA Compliance – Today and in the Future?

What Are the Limits of Online Training for OSHA Compliance – Today and in the Future?

What does OSHA say now about online training, and where may it be headed?

OH&S SafetyPod: Understanding the Role of Technology in the Safety Industry

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OH&S SafetyPod: Understanding the Role of Technology in the Safety Industry

For this episode of OH&S SafetyPod, Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Sean Stinson, the Vice President of Sales & Product Management at Blackline Safety, to answer some questions about new technology advancements in the safety industry.

8 Festive Period Travel Tips for Employees

8 Festive Period Travel Tips for Employees

Statistics show that drivers are 20 percent more likely to be involved in an accident at this time of the year. So, with this in mind, we’ve put together this actionable list of festive period travel tips for employees.

NSC Estimates 278 Will be Killed on the Roads between Christmas and New Year's

The holiday season always sees a high number of traffic accident fatalities, but the National Safety Council reminds us that seatbelts could save about 245 lives this year.

New OSHA Update for National Emphasis Program on Amputations

OSHA’s recently updated amputation program focuses on agency inspections and amputation hazards in manufacturing, and it hasn’t been updated since 2015.

Banning Vapes May Not be the Answer: Actually, It Could Make Problems Worse

Banning Vapes May Not be the Answer: Actually, It Could Make Problems Worse

Given rising evidence on vaping products, experts say banning them altogether might not fix the problem. It could drive teens to the black market and send adult smokers back to cigarettes.

New Jersey Food Manufacturer and OSHA Meet Safety Agreement

J&J Snackfoods and OSHA agree on safety and health improvements at the company’s eight facilities after repeated inspection fines.

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