The majority of companies that I meet with talk about their "safety program" in an unbranded, generic way that neither inspires nor adds value.
Learn more about the safety considerations for oil and gas operators who must handle heavy pipe.
The morning session featured a number of speakers discussing their work regarding local exhaust ventilation and confined space painting/safety.
Though not specific in detail, the regulations require training of commercial motor vehicle operators.
The American Board of Industrial Hygienists' board has 11 members who must be ABIH certificate holders and serve four-year terms, with one public member selected for a two-year term.
It is the employer's responsibility, both morally and legally, to engage with the 911 service that is being considered as its confined space rescue service.
Increased water breaks will increase employees' performance. Employees need to be alert not only for their own safety, but for the safety of their co-workers, as well.
When combining hearing protection with safety glasses, face masks, etc., ensure performance is not adversely affected.
Dallas welcomes participants in ASSE's annual conference and expo this month.
Refreshers and regular drills are essential for ensuring workplace safety.
Educational sessions, product demonstrations, and many exhibitors are focused on helping OSH professionals comply with the new OSHA HazCom Standard.
Beyond warning signs, there are a number of underlying causes that can trigger sudden cardiac arrest.
OSHA's new reporting rule raises several questions as to what it even means.
Make sure you have asked the right questions. And if you do not have time or do not want to do the dirty work, ask your safety committee to do this, they typically will be glad to help out.
The updated regulation creates a unified and up-to-date set of requirements to help employers more effectively establish safe work practices to protect their workers.