At minimum, OSHA requires that respirator fit testing occurs on an annual basis. However, fit testing must occur in other notable instances, as well.
Everything else has improved with technology; it's time we started improving ladders.
Recent advancements are driving a renewed interest by health and safety professionals to evaluate these systems as a potential solution for a variety of on-the-job hazards.
OSHA's regulation and consensus standards are guideposts for keeping your program on track.
Why do you need to know what is in your cut-resistant glove and how it works?
Hands-on practice helps to instill confidence and increase competence in users.
The most accurate method to determine the actual vibration magnitude exposure of workers is to perform on-site vibration analysis, which can vary significantly from the values declared by the tool manufacturers.
There is a data gap with the instruments used –- intermittent or continuous -- as well as the records resulting from these devices.
"Replace the methylene chloride with any of the newer paint strippers that are less toxic, and your employees are able to work safely."
They actually help us work faster and better, thanks to amazing new designs and materials.
The Hanover, Pennsylvania, contractor exposed workers to potentially deadly trenching hazards.
Leading construction groups have formed a coalition calling for these long-awaited requirements.
The money will go to nearly 150 workers.
The Mansfield, Ohio company faces $62,400 in penalties.
Lisa Raitt also said Transport Canada has responded to all of the Transportation Safety Board of Canada's recommendations in its final report on the Lac-Mégantic crude oil train derailment.