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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.

Oregon Passes Nation

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.

University of Illinois-Chicago Researchers Receive Grant to Study How Coal Dust Causes Lung Disease

The project will explore how different combinations of coal dust affect the development of black lung disease, which is causing an epidemic among coal miners across Appalachian states.

New Survey Shows Both Employers and Employees Benefit from Flexible Workplaces

A new survey by Wildgoose found that many employees are actively looking to work in a flexible workplace, as their mental health benefits greatly from it. In addition, employers can save on expensive employee costs by cutting down on the amount of staff in the workplace at one time.

Oregon OSHA to Offer New Slate of Online Courses on Fall Protection

To address the state’s issues with disabilities due to falls, the agency is launching video classes to help employers supplement their training programs.

Electrical Safety PPE Market to Surpass $20 Billion by 2025

The Electrical Safety PPE Market size is expected to surpass USD 20 billion, according to a new research report by Global Market Insights. A focus on overall superior workplace safety will drive the market growth.

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