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How to Avoid Safety Blind Spots

Episode 145

How to Avoid Safety Blind Spots

Safety blind spots in the workplace may be more prevalent than you think. In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses how safety blind spots develop as well as how you can recognize and mitigate them.

NSC and Others Pledge to Reduce Workplace Injuries

NSC and Others Pledge to Reduce Workplace Injuries

This National Safety Month, more than 15 organizations have signed the pledge.

ASSP Safety 2022: Headed to Chicago!

ASSP Safety 2022: Headed to Chicago!

The OH&S team will be at ASSP’s Safety 2022 Professional Development Conference & Exposition covering the event.



ASSP Seeks to Educate All Safety Professionals with Livestreamed Sessions at Safety 2022

ASSP Seeks to Educate All Safety Professionals with Livestreamed Sessions at Safety 2022

The American Society of Safety Professionals will be streaming sessions at the conference this year so virtual attendees can experience them together in real-time.

Contractor Cited After Truss Collapse Fatally Injures Worker

Contractor Cited After Truss Collapse Fatally Injures Worker

OSHA cited the Florida company and proposed penalties of $18,853.

Washington State Files Emergency Rules on Heat Exposure, Wildfire Smoke

Washington State Files Emergency Rules on Heat Exposure, Wildfire Smoke

The state is currently working on permanent rules to keep workers safe.

OSHA Renews “Star Level” Status of Metals Processing Facility

OSHA Renews “Star Level” Status of Metals Processing Facility

The status of Wieland Metal Services LLC is the highest level of recognition for health and safety.

JBS Foods USA And OSHA Reach Agreement to Keep Workers Safe

JBS Foods USA to Work With Experts on Infectious Disease Preparedness Plan

OSHA cited the company in 2020 for exposing workers to coronavirus hazards.

How to Work Safely in the Earth’s Rising Temperatures

How to Work Safely in the Earth’s Rising Temperatures

When working in the heat, taking the right steps to ensure safety is essential.

How Technology Is Changing the Safety Eyewear Market

How Technology Is Changing the Safety Eyewear Market

Understanding the variety of eyewear on the market can help you to choose the most beneficial pair for your employees.

Why Dangerous Goods Automation is Critical in Today’s Supply Chain

Why Dangerous Goods Automation is Critical in Today’s Supply Chain

Many tasks are required to put a DG item into transport, and slow compliance processes result in slower fulfillment, deliveries and overall business.

Why You Should Offer Employee Health Screenings

Why You Should Offer Employee Health Screenings

Onsite health screenings can be a valuable tool to proactively care for employees.

Keeping Workers Safe from Heat-Related Illnesses & Injuries

Keeping Workers Safe from Heat-Related Illnesses & Injuries

Employers can no longer afford to not consider high heat hazards.

Answer the Call: Improve Indoor Air Quality and Improve Health

Answer the Call: Improve Indoor Air Quality and Improve Health

Clean air is attainable and beneficial for the bottom line if approached correctly.

Product Showcase

  • Safety Knives

    The Safety Knife Company has developed a quality range of safety knives for all industries. Designed so that fingers cannot get to the blades, these knives will safely cut through cardboard, tape, strapping, shrink or plastic wrap or a variety of other packing materials. Because these knives have no exposed blades and only cut cardboard deep, they will not only protect employees against lacerations but they will also save product. The Metal Detectable versions have revolutionary metal detectable polypropylene knife bodies specifically for the food and pharmaceutical industries. This material can be detected and rejected by typical detection machines and is X-ray visible. Read More

  • Full Line of Defense Against Combustible Dust Nilfisk

    Nilfisk provides a comprehensive range of industrial vacuums meticulously crafted to adhere to NFPA 652 housekeeping standards, essential for gathering combustible dust in Class I, Group D, and Class II, Groups E, F & G environments or non-classified settings. Our pneumatic vacuums are meticulously engineered to fulfill safety criteria for deployment in hazardous surroundings. Leveraging advanced filtration technology, Nilfisk ensures the secure capture of combustible materials scattered throughout your facility, ranging from fuels, solvents, and metal dust to flour, sugar, and pharmaceutical powders. Read More

  • 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

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