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What You Need to Know About OSHA's Confined Space Standards

The confined space standards for both general industry and the construction industry place great emphasis on safety training.

Pictograms are required safety data sheet elements that are intended to convey specific hazard information visually.

Getting It Right: Creating and Deploying an Effective and Compliant Chemical Safety Training Program

Make sure the methods discussed for detecting the presence or release of chemicals line up with the specific chemicals and hazards you have at your facility.

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Respiratory Safety: An Interview with Industry Experts

Respirators, when used correctly, can be an effective layer of protection for many tasks in and around a chemical plant.



A common question during the CPC selection process is, "Will a certified suit be the best match for my hazard?" The answer to this question is, "It depends on the specific standard and your specific hazard scenario."

Chemical Protective Clothing: Navigating Standards to Match Your Hazards

You should strive to select the best CPC for worker protection.

We can trace the heritage of the hard hat to the E.D. Bullard Company, which was founded in 1898. The founder

Hard Hat Saves Lives for 100 Years

Think of your hard hat as a walking billboard promoting your company and its safety principles.

Those with the highest risk of asbestos exposure while on the job include construction workers and shipyard workers.

Occupational Health Risks: Asbestos

It is important to make sure workers are made aware of any presumed asbestos-containing materials found in buildings if they were built and installed before the 1980s.

The best benefit that companies gain from prioritizing safety in their facilities is ensuring that employees are protected on the job. Worker welfare should always be the company

Creating Safe Facilities

Companies should keep in mind that while standards are in place for a reason, exceeding them will always create a safer workplace.

Insect repellents, especially those using DEET, are highly flammable and can compromise the AR/FR protection of a garment. Bug spray should be used with caution around AR/FR garments. (iStock photo)

AR/FR Garment Considerations Often Overlooked in Summer

Especially in the summer months, employee comfort is a critical factor as wearer comfort directly impacts a user's want-to-wear experience.

Instead of focusing on getting rid of ladders, companies should focus on replacing traditional ladders with better, safer ladders. (Little Giant Ladder Systems photo)

Getting Rid of Ladders = Getting Rid of Traditional Ladders

We know how people misuse ladders, so we can add safety features to prevent the accidents from happening—even when they are misused.

One of the first things you need to consider is the weight of the load to be lifted or moved using the crane. Naturally, you need a crane with a suitable lifting capacity to move the load.

How to Choose the Right Crane and Reduce Risk When Buying a Used One

The right type of crane can make or break your project. These seven tips will help you make the right choice as quickly as possible.

Labor Secretary Alex Acosta Resigns In Wake of Epstein Controversy

Acosta stepped down on Friday after facing criticism for a plea deal he made with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as a federal prosecutor in Florida.

One Worker Killed, Another Injured by Train on Broad Street Line

Two SEPTA workers were conducting a track inspection and doing light maintenance when one was killed and the other injured on the Broad Street Line Monday night.

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Oregon Passes Nation's Most Generous Paid Leave Family Law

Oregon Governor Kate Brown signed a law into effect on July 1 that will provide 12 weeks of paid leave to nearly every employee in the state.

Worker Compensation Insurance Rates Likely to Drop by Nearly Nine Percent in Wisconsin

While workplace injury totals are lower this year, advocates complain that high healthcare costs have kept the state from being competitive on worker’s compensation costs.

New NIOSH Report: Process for Chemical Exposure Branding

New NIOSH Report: Process for Chemical Exposure Banding

NIOSH has released a chemical management strategy that can quickly protect workers on the job.

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