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Where the Rubber Meets the Road

Where the Rubber Meets the Road

Distracted driving is risky business for employers.

How the NIOSH Drug Toolkit is Helping First Responders

Because first responder personnel are often the first to interact with someone who has overdosed, they are in serious need of illicit drug training. NIOSH’s recent drug toolkit is helping these first responders get the training they need.

22 Injured in Military Parachute Training

At least 22 soldiers were hurt as hundreds parachuted onto a Mississippi military base during a training exercise. Army spokesperson says some of the paratroopers were blown off course from their landing zone into a group of pine trees.



One Billion Dollars Goes to Infrastructure Grants for 354 U.S. Airports

The U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao recently announced a billion-dollar plan to improve airport safety, travel, and economies around the country. This is the fifth allotment of the multi-billion-dollar FAA AIP airport funding project.

Optimizing Safety For Older Workers

Optimizing Safety For Older Workers

An older workforce is beneficial to employers as they’re more experienced and knowledgeable. However, it’s also important that organizations understand the needs of aging workers in order to ensure their safety and boost productivity.

The 2019 Flu Vaccine: Updated and Important for All

The 2019 Flu Vaccine: Updated and Important for All

With flu season right around the corner, experts are encouraging everyone—starting at 6 months of age—needs the newly improved vaccine.

Mississippi Manufacturer Cited After Fatal Accident

Last week, OSHA cited Howard Industries Inc. in Mississippi for exposing employees to struck-by and fall hazards after a fatality at the facility.

OSHA Implements New Weighting System for Workplace Inspections

OSHA knows many factors impact workplace safety. Starting today, OSHA will put into effect its new weighting system for workplace safety and health inspections.

Tests Show Bootleg Vapes Are Riddled with Toxins

Tests Show Bootleg Vapes Are Riddled with Toxins

With the increase in vape-related illnesses and deaths, scientists have been on a hunt to figure out what is causing people to fall ill. Tests are showing that a number of troublesome substances are in bootlegged vapes.

Best of Both Worlds: A New Hybrid Gas Monitoring System is Making Strides

Best of Both Worlds A New Hybrid Gas Monitoring System is Making Strides

New gas detection solution combines wireless and fixed elements, allowing technicians to work from the safety of ground level to maintain gas detectors and create compliance reports on the fly.

Be Prepared for Emergencies

A thorough hazard evaluation will help determine what each worksite needs.

Safety Leadership: How One Achieves Two Results

It’s no surprise that safety leaders have to deal with many issues simultaneously.

Discussing Basic Spill Response Techniques During HazCom Training

Discussing Basic Spill Response Techniques During HazCom Training

Incorporating incidental spill response techniques into hazard communication training helps to keep employees safe during response.

Putting Chemical Safety Training to the Test

Putting Chemical Safety Training to the Test

How to evaluate and improve program effectiveness.

Chemical Process Safety and Fire Protection

Chemical Process Safety and Fire Protection

The importance of implementing loss prevention and mitigation techniques that are specifically written for the chemical processing industry.

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