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ASSE Foundation Grant to Fund Fatigue Study

Researcher Lora Cavuoto's proposal combines FitBit technology and the big data analytics of Pandora radio to identify and quantify the moment when fatigue sets in for a worker.

ASSE Presents SPY, Safety Innovation Awards

Dustin G. Richartz is the 2015 Monsanto Queeny Safety Professional of the Year, honoring him for his work in developing safety and health programs throughout his career. The 2015 Award for Innovation in Occupational Safety Management went to Jack Reiter, president and CEO of Machine Safety Management.

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OSHA Expert Outlines Oilpatch Issues

The OSHA region that includes Texas accounted for the lion's share of inspections during 2012-2015, and most of those were unprogrammed -- triggered by complaints or by incidents, Mike Marshall reported June 9.



Five Things Your Company Can't Afford Not to Know about Anchorage

When it comes to investing in and installing fall arrest equipment, how to safely anchor the system can be one of the most difficult and confusing decisions.

Expo Fashion Show Highlights Safety Apparel

Lunch Guests at Safety 2015 were treated to a fashion show featuring a number of big brands.

Wind Turbine Hazards Multiply

Taller, larger turbines are making the job more dangerous for maintenance crews, a Safety 2015 speaker explained June 8.

The Importance of Understanding Arc Flash Ratings Explained at Safety 2015

Scott Margolin of Westex gave an impassioned presentation regarding arc flash.

The Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in downtown Dallas is hosting Safety 2015. (DCVB photo)

Downtown Dallas Works Fine for ASSE's Big Show

The expo is bulging with a record number of exhibitors, an ASSE spokesman confirmed, and the downtown area's attractions are impressing visitors.

ASSE to Hold Global Regional Vice President Special Election

The new regional vice president will represent ASSE's Global Chapters and their members and will serve on the Council of Region Affairs.

The HazCom waiting period is over -- the June 1, 2015, deadline has come and gone. (Graphic Products photo)

The HazCom Deadline is Now History

If your company has fallen behind, it's time to get caught up. That means your workers need to have their training, your SDS collection needs to be up to date, your labels need to be in place, and you need a system for updating and maintaining all of those elements.

Australian Transport Safety Bureau Calls for Helicopter Fuel System Changes

ATSB Chief Commissioner Martin Dolan said despite a 20-year-old requirement for new helicopters to have a crash-resistant fuel system, several helicopter types are being made without one.

EU, US General Aviation Design Regulations Being Aligned

FAA's revised Part 23 regulation will be a performance-based approach to airworthiness standards. It is a top priority for the agency.

Executive Summit at Safety 2015 Offers C-Suite Insight

The talk, sponsored by Grainger, will focus on safety and the role of OSH professionals.

Don't Miss Safety 2015's Monday Keynoter

In his famous TED Talk about which priorities are more important than global warming, with 1.14 million views so far, the Danish political scientist Bjorn Lomborg says we're prioritizing by default—bad idea.

Staples to Pay Fired Employee $275K in Wages, Damages

DOL alleges that Staples failed to comply with the Family and Medical Leave Act.

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