Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

The Right Testing Solution is Key to Your Hearing Conservation Program

Let's talk testing for occupational hearing loss. Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with SHOEBOX's Alexa Gough to talk all about Hearing Conservation Programs, hearing testing and more.

The Great Reengagement: How Chemical Companies can Build a Positive and Safe Employee Culture

In the wake of the “Great Resignation,” a strong employee culture is important.

Why Business Must Now Harness Video as a Tool for Safety

There are many benefits to using videos as a training medium.

Protecting Workers from Slips, Trips and Falls in the Mining Industry

For National Miners Day, let’s dig into a few ways to prevent these injuries.

How to Make an Impact as Safety Professionals

Safety professionals want to make sure all workers get home safely, but what are the best ways to do that?

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Healthy Workplaces: Protecting Workers from Seasonal Illnesses

Keeping workers healthy through the unhealthiest season of the year is tough. Here's some ways to protect workers from seasonal illnesses.

ASSP to Hold Free Summit on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The summit will take place virtually on January 26, 2023.

OSHA Proposes $364K in Penalties for Dollar Tree After Inspection

Among the hazards found at the store were slip, trip and fall and fire hazards.

TJX Companies Inc. Cited After OSHA Finds Hazards at Georgia TJ Maxx

In total, the company was cited for two repeat violations and one serious violation.

Enhance Your Fall Protection Program with Technology

Our modern world largely revolves around data and technology.

The Right Winter Glove for Cold and Wet Applications

Wearing the wrong glove in cold, harsh environments can have severe consequences.

Creating a Safety Culture on the Jobsite

Creating a stronger safety culture takes time.

Working with Manufacturers to be More Sustainable in 2023

Environmental impact should be considered when making your PPE selections.

Fall Protection Training: Now’s the Time to Prepare Your Team

Slip, trip and fall hazards are everywhere. Now is the time to prepare your team.

Comprehensive NFPA 70E Training for Qualified Workers

Proper training can enable employees to approach situations with safety in mind.

Product Showcase

Safety Shower Test Cart

The Safety Shower Test Cart speeds up and simplifies emergency shower tests, ensures you stay in compliance with OSHA regulations, and significantly reduces testing costs. With 7 unique features, the cart makes testing easy, effective, and efficient. You can test water clarity, flow, temperature, and spread—all at the same time! Most safety shower testing kits create a mess, take too much time to use, and don't fully help you stay in compliance with OSHA & ANSI standards. Transform the way you test emergency showers with Green Gobbler Safety. Read More
AirChek Connect Sampling Pump

Stay connected to your sampling with the SKC AirChek® Connect Sampling Pump! With its Bluetooth connection to PC and mobile devices, you can monitor AirChek Connect pump operation without disrupting workflow. SKC designed AirChek Connect specifically for all OEHS professionals to ensure accurate, reliable flows from 5 to 5000 ml/min and extreme ease of use. AirChek Connect offers easy touch screen operation and flexibility. It is quality built to serve you and the workers you protect. Ask about special pricing and a demo at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. Read More
Preventative Heat Safety

Dehydration and heat exposure impair physical and cognitive performance. Proper hydration boosts heat stress resilience, but hydration needs are highly individualized and hard to predict across a workforce. Connected Hydration® empowers industrial athletes to stay safe through behavioral interventions, informed by sports science, and equips safety teams with critical insights to anticipate high-risk situations and adapt to evolving environmental factors. Curious about applying the latest in sports science based hydration strategies for industrial athletes? Stop by booth #1112 at AIHA or schedule a free demo today at https://epcr.cc/demo. Read More

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Building a Safety-First Culture

Building a safety-first culture in the workplace is crucial for reducing incidents, improving productivity, and ensuring long-term business success. Read Now
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5 Tips to Maintain Water Trucks on the Construction Site

Proper maintenance of water trucks on construction sites is essential for optimal performance and safety on the job site. Read Now
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OSHA Fines Illinois Contractor for Repeated Fall Protection Violations

Miller Building Systems LLC faces $354,912 in proposed penalties. Read Now
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Systems Safety: The Critical Role of Human Factors and Ergonomics

Effective workplace safety relies on tailored solutions incorporating human factors and ergonomics to address industry-specific risks and cultivate a proactive safety culture. Read Now
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New Report Uncovers Key Challenges in Manufacturing Amid Labor Shortage

The manufacturing industry could require 3.8 million jobs to be filled within the next decade. Read Now
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Artificial Intelligence

Integrating Technology in Workplace Safety: The Role of AI and IoT
Integrating AI and IoT into workplace safety enhances predictive analytics, real-time monitoring and proactive risk management to significantly reduce accidents and improve overall safety.
Enhancing Employee Engagement with VR, AI and 3D Tools
When done correctly, a combination of new technology and traditional methods can create the perfect balance of engaging, thoughtful training that employees need.
Tech and Innovation: The Future Of Workplace Safety Training
Technological innovations are helping to make workplace training more accessible and less challenging for business owners and will continue to do so in the foreseeable future.

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