New York City is one of the places hit hardest by the coronavirus, and police officers there are taking a huge blow. Now, nearly 17 percent of officers are sick or in quarantine.
Bradley Corporation just released new data on hand washing habits, and it’s clear that news coverage, signage and restroom preparedness has prompted better handwashing behavior.
With America’s essential workers carrying the country at the moment, their safety is incredibly important. The National Safety Council calls for their protection and safety.
According to a recent study, nearly 45 percent of adults say the pandemic has affected their mental health—even with differences in occupation, location and more. Some are calling it now a nationwide, psychological trauma.
Hygiene is important always, but during this time of this pandemic, here are some COVID-19 work practices for workers handling waste and recycling products.
As the world is responding to the COVID-19 outbreak, fit testing respirators for healthcare workers and first responders remain vital to respiratory protection programs to reduce exposure to the disease.
While it's difficult to replicate the personal, collaborative environment of a physical office, working from home has a wide range of unique benefits.
During the coronavirus pandemic, a number of health scams have littered the media, making some people falsely believe products like essential oil, nasal sprays and herbal concoctions could help cure the virus.
Many companies race to keep up with the demands for healthcare PPE and equipment, and they’re using a once-futuristic technology: 3D printing.
Whole Foods and Amazon employees have been speaking out about the lack of protections and PPE they’ve received since the start of this pandemic. Since an organized walkout this week, worker frustrations are coming to a culmination.
Whether responding to a carbon monoxide call or performing an overhaul and investigation, a gas detector could save your life or the lives of nearby civilians.
With changes in a facility comes changes in its electrical hazards. Make sure you’re keeping up.
With evolving safety technologies come changes in foot protection. Here are four topics you don’t want to miss.
Proper footwear is needed for nearly every occupation and setting, so why not make sure you understand the options?
Nothing is as simple as it seems; the unexpected happens every day.
Engaging workers in safety is way more effective than telling them about it, or being passive.
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) allows safety managers to utilize modern, industrial hardware and technology.
Vision and eye health go beyond the regular checkup— don’t skimp on appropriate vision PPE.
Safety in the workplace is just as much about injury as it is about emotional and mental wellness.
When it comes to defending against the hazards faced by welders every day, you must incorporate protective gear from head to toe.
From fire extinguisher training to prepared exit strategies to sprinklers, every aspect of workplace fire prevention affects worker and company safety.
Have you ever wondered how protective flame resistant (FR) fabrics resist catching fire? We have your answers.
Don’t let your industrial fires get out of hand—or happen at all. Here are some factors to consider.
The government’s massive aid package provides economic relief to several groups impacted by the pandemic—including individuals. See how you or your business could be affected.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, governments local and federal have asked nonessential businesses to close or suspend operation. Many states are considering construction as essential—and the industry hopes to take that to the federal level.
A USA Today article answers all your questions about what your employer can and cannot ask you to, and if you have to come into work during this time.
Many industries face high levels of burnout, but the healthcare profession ranks at the top—especially in today’s coronavirus times. One organizational psychologist provides insight on how to fight burnout in three ways.
Episode 10
Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with LJB Inc. Principal Thom Kramer to discuss OSHA's updated regulations on fall protection and walking-working surfaces.
Many postal service workers are growing increasingly concerned for their health and safety as they struggle to gain access to protective supplies like gloves and sanitizer.
We stand together by standing apart.