Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

Colorado Site Recognized With “Star” Status Under VPP

Onward Energy has two other locations in the Voluntary Protections Program.

Two Ohio Family Dollar Locations Face Multiple Citations

The proposed penalties for both stores total over $1,200,000.

PPE Innovations—What’s in It For You?

The safety industry continues to shift with the latest technology built to last.

Episode 154

The Progression of Hand Protection: Guarding Your Most Valuable Tools

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

Digital Transformation’s Role in Construction Safety

Paperwork may not be the hottest topic in construction, but don’t dismiss it so easily.

How the Foundation of Your Success Lies in the Health of Your Employees’ Feet

Feet are the foundation of wellness in any employee.

Recognizing Change, and Knowing Who to Tell

Implementing Management of Change procedures at your facility can help prevent incidents.

Building a Chemical Emergency Toolkit

It can be difficult to keep track of chemical hazards in your facility.

How Supply Chain Disruption Compromises Employee Safety

We have been confronted with the reality of supply chain disruption.

The Last Line of Defense

Sometimes PPE is needed to ensure healthy employees.

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.

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Featured

Growing Trends for Lone Worker Safety This Summer

Here are the latest trends to look out for this summer regarding lone worker safety. Read Now
- Heat Stress & Thirst Quenchers
What Is Occupational PTSD 3 Things Employers Need to Know

With occupational PTSD still in need of more visibility, employers must know that it can easily apply to some workers. Read Now
- Wellness
OSHA Identifies Waste Management Companies Exposed Workers to Multiple Safety Violations

Whitewater, Wisconsin-based John’s Disposal Service Inc. and John’s Recycling Inc. were fined $367,401 in proposed penalties. Read Now
- Enforcement
Wikoff Color Corp. Fined for Safety Violations Leading to Employee Burn Injuries

The company initially faced $183,207 in proposed penalties for its 12 serious violations. Read Now
- Enforcement
MSHA Completes Year-Long Mine Safety and Health Review

The screening identified the industry’s chronic safety violators putting miners at risk. Read Now
NSC appoints Zachary M. Radford as Vice President of Government Affairs

Zachary M. Radford brings over two decades of experience to the organization. Read Now

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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