Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

Layering Arc Rated Apparel Any Better or Worse Than Arc Flash Suit Protection?

This common question deserves an explanation.

More Inclusive PPE for Women Starts With Finding the Right Fit

Everyone deserves to feel safe on the job.

Should Employers Consider Oral Fluid Drug Testing?

There are several advantages to oral fluid drug testing.

A New Approach: Going Beyond “One Size Fits All” PPE

Given the growing numbers of women in utility and electrical industries, the need for proper fitting PPE is at an all-time high.

Top Three Trends for Women and PPE in Safety

When women—and their specific safety needs—are considered, workplace safety increases.

Corporate Safety Culture Is Workplace Culture

Safety culture is the way we do things and the reason why we do them.

Protecting Entertainment Industry Workers from Hearing Loss

Harm to the ears is irreversible. Every industry must take steps to mitigate excessive noise hazards.

Visualize the Future: Choosing the Right Safety Eyewear

From features to lens color, the options are endless.

Historically High Heat: How Extreme Temperatures Influence Safety Programs

Extreme heat is not something to be ignored.

How Today’s Technology is Enabling Next-Generation Electrical Safety

Ensure worker safety with technology that launches safety into the next generation.

Addressing Physical Differences

Men and women are not the same. Don’t provide them with the same PPE.

OSHA & CPR: Who’s Required to Know It and Who’s Not?

OSHA’s standards outline a few specific industries where CPR training is required.

Embracing Innovations in Personal Protective Equipment This National Safety Month

Each year, the month of June marks a time to celebrate National Safety Month, an annual observance championed by the National Safety Council to help keep workers safe and eliminate preventable workplace injuries.

New To Your EHS Role? Don’t Let Training Fall Through the Cracks

Safety training software can help ensure your training program is effective.

Solution-Dyeing Versus Piece-Dyeing: Does it Make a Difference in PPE?

Understanding the complete fabric creation process can aid in making better PPE choices.

Product Showcase

SECUPRO MARTEGO

FOR HIGHEST DEMANDS. A cutting tool in which function and design go hand in hand. Meet the SECUPRO MARTEGO, our prize-winning squeeze-grip safety knife with fully automatic retractable blade for safety. • Ergonomically friendly trigger mechanism to engage the blade • Durable body made of aluminum • Safer alternative to fixed blade utility knives for general cutting tasks • 9 mm Cutting depth • Easy, tool free blade change Dimensions: L 6.10" L x 0.71" W x 1.91" H Weight: 3.70 oz Cutting Depth: 9 mm Read More
Kestrel 5400 Heat Stress Tracker WBGT Monitoring for Workplace Safety

Ensure safety with the Kestrel® 5400 Heat Stress Tracker, the go-to choice for safety professionals and endorsed by the Heat Safety & Performance Coalition. This robust, waterless WBGT meter is ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments, offering advanced monitoring and data logging essential for OSHA compliance. It features pre-programmed ACGIH guidelines and alert settings to quickly signal critical conditions. Integrated with the cloud-based Ambient Weather Network, the 5400 allows managers to view, track, and log job site conditions remotely, ensuring constant awareness of potential hazards. Its capability for real-time mobile alerts and remote data access promotes proactive safety management and workplace protection, solidifying its role as a crucial tool in industrial hygiene. 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

Featured

Unlocking the Power of Leadership: Driving Occupational Safety and Health Excellence

Leadership plays a crucial role in establishing and maintaining a strong safety culture, fostering trust, motivation and emotional intelligence as well as addressing toxic behaviors to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Read Now
- Wellness
Proper Use and Maintenance of Die Safety Blocks for Optimal Protection

Proper use and maintenance of die safety blocks are essential for preventing injuries and ensuring the safety of workers in manufacturing environments. Read Now
- Machine Guarding Lockout
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

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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