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California Releases Guidance on Monkeypox and the Workplace

California Releases Guidance on Monkeypox and the Workplace

The guidance is meant to keep workers safe from the disease and applies to employers under the Aerosol Transmissible Diseases (ATD) standard.

Emergency Call Centers and Worker Safety: Are They Right for You?

Emergency Call Centers and Worker Safety: Are They Right for You?

Although call centers can be beneficial in a few ways, like requiring less work and providing reliable contact, they have their challenges, like being slow or not offering monitoring.

Winners of Challenge to Improve Protective Gear Announced

Winners of Challenge to Improve Protective Gear Announced

First place was awarded to a team for its PPE design accommodating multiple body types.



New Generation of Signal Towers are Brighter and Simpler to Order and Maintain

New Generation of Signal Towers are Brighter and Simpler to Order and Maintain

In some environments, signal tower lights are vital in keeping workers safe.

Live From Wrap-Up: NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022

The show may be over, but you can view our coverage at ohsonline.com/live.

Chronic Venous Insufficiency and Chronic Venous Disease in Workers Standing or Sitting for a Prolonged Time Period

Chronic Venous Insufficiency and Chronic Venous Disease in Workers Standing or Sitting for a Prolonged Time Period

Workers who stand on their feet for an extended amount of time may be at risk for health issues.

NSC Congress & Expo Headed to New Orleans in 2023

NSC Congress & Expo Headed to New Orleans in 2023

The National Safety Council will be back with their annual Congress & Expo in New Orleans in 2023.

NSC White Paper Addresses Musculoskeletal Disorders at Work

NSC White Paper Addresses Musculoskeletal Disorders at Work

The paper includes initiatives for reducing the work-related injury.

In Case You Missed It: Highlights from NSC Congress & Expo

Episode 164

In Case You Missed It: Highlights from NSC Congress & Expo

In this podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard touches on the Occupational Keynote from OSHA Head Doug Parker, NSC’s Work to Zero Initiative and the unveiling of OSHA’s Top 10 Violations for fiscal year 2022.

New Poll Shows How Companies Work to Reduce Heat Stress

New Poll Shows How Companies Work to Reduce Heat Stress

J.J. Keller questioned companies on factors that lead to heat stress and what they do to reduce worker exposure.

Understanding the Stressors Behind Workplace Burnout

Understanding the Stressors Behind Workplace Burnout

Connecting with your workers and having an open conversation on mental health are ways employers can support their workers.

Society of Total Worker Health Launched to Improve Worker Health, Safety

Society of Total Worker Health Launched This Week

The new society focused on Total Worker Health was started by occupational safety and health leaders.

OSHA to Hold Meeting on Process Safety Management Standard

OSHA to Hold Meeting on Process Safety Management Standard

The meeting will take place virtually on October 12, 2022.

The Handling of Environmental Concerns in the Workplace and Federal Standards

There are many federal and state regulations to consider for companies that deal with hazardous material and other environmental concerns.

Live From Day Two: NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022

Day two at the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo 2022 in San Diego is done! The expo floor was busy as visitors looking to learn more stopped at the hundreds of booths lining the hall.

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