Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

Evolution of Safety on Construction Sites—Physical and Mental

The meaning of safety in construction has started to evolve.

Five Common Pitfalls to Avoid with Emergency Safety Showers and Eyewashes Gas

Don’t let these common mistakes allow your emergency equipment to suffer.

How to Implement a Safety Management Program at Your Construction Firm

Start to think about safety as a comprehensive program.

Diving Into Construction Safety, Headfirst

The importance of preventing traumatic brain injury in the construction industry.

The Progression of Hand Protection: Guarding Your Most Valuable Tools

Hand protection has come a long way since the first workers used their hands to operate.

Hydrogen Sulfide: Understanding Exposure Risk in the Oil & Gas Sector

Protecting workers against avoidable exposure is the right thing to do.

Three Quick Steps to Better HazCom Training

High-level considerations can go a long way to improving your facility’s effectiveness.

Assessing Elevated Surfaces for Slip, Trip and Fall Risks

The responsibility to ensure a safe work environment lies with company management.

Specific PPE is Needed for Entry and Exit

Understanding the risks can better prepare entrants and supervisors when selecting PPE.

Warehouse Safety: Protecting People, Equipment and Productivity

Safety products can safeguard distribution centers.

Why the Switch to Safety Helmets is a Good Decision

Don’t let your construction site turn into a risky business for your work crews.

How Technology Can Speed Mustering and Help Ensure Compliance During Evacuations

Employees behave differently when under stress—technology can help to simplify.

Counting on Complacency in HazCom

Complacency and memory play a much bigger role in HazCom compliance than you think.

Taking a More Holistic Approach to Hand Protection

Following a global Pandemic, the time is now to improve your approach to PPE selection.

Improving Safety in Construction with Connected Technology

Real-time monitoring of conditions can protect workers and equipment from damage.

Product Showcase

NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter

SKC NoiseCHEK is the easiest-to-use dosimeter available! Designed specifically for OEHS professionals, SKC NoiseCHEK offers the easiest operation and accurate noise measurements. Everything you need is right in your palm. Pair Bluetooth models to your mobile devices and monitor workers remotely with the SmartWave dB app without interrupting workflow. Careful design features like a locking windscreen, sturdy clip, large front-lit display, bright status LEDs, and more make NoiseCHEK the top choice in noise dosimeters. Demo NoiseCHEK at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. Read More
SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit

The SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit is a single-use spot test designed for use in screening for cannabis compounds in any sample type or on any surface. The test is capable of identifying the presumed presence of cannabinoids in very small quantities, with a level of detection as little as 6 μg in mass. Learn more about the SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit and the rest of SwabTek surface drug testing solutions through the webinar titled "Everything You Want To Know About Surface Testing" Read More
Glove Guard® Clip

Safety should never be compromised, especially when it comes to proper glove usage. The Glove Guard® clip enhances safety by encouraging employees to keep their gloves with them at all times. This reduces the risk of accidents and injuries on the job. By ensuring everyone has their gloves readily available, we help promote a culture of safety and efficiency. The Glove Guard® clip is designed to withstand the toughest work environments. Constructed from robust materials made in the USA, it can endure extreme conditions, including harsh weather, and rigorous activities. Read More

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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
- Construction Safety
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
- Ergonomics
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
- Human Resources
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. Read Now
- Artificial Intelligence
"Can't Rather than Don't" Makes Injuries Impossible

The "can't rather than don't" principle emphasizes using engineering controls to make safety incidents physically impossible, rather than relying on administrative controls that depend on worker vigilance. 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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