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Ohio Painting Company Fined for Hazardous Employment of Minors

Ohio Painting Company Fined for Hazardous Employment of Minors

Neubert Painting Inc. allowed underage workers to work on customers’ roofs.

Building a Successful Safety Culture

Building a Successful Safety Culture

Many leaders understand what a safe working environment looks like but might not have the tools to creat a productive safety culture.

End Users Rally Behind Global Lifting Awareness Day 2024 Campaign

End Users Rally Behind Global Lifting Awareness Day 2024 Campaign

The annual observance takes place on July 18, 2024.



OSHA, NSC Unite to Combat Distracted Driving in the Workplace with Upcoming Panel

OSHA, NSC Unite to Combat Distracted Driving in the Workplace with Upcoming Panel

The April 10 event is timed to take place during Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

National COSH Champions New OSHA Rule for Worker-Led Safety Inspections

National COSH Champions New OSHA Rule for Worker-Led Safety Inspections

OSHA’s new rule allows external individuals to accompany agents during safety inspections.

Ohio Manufacturer Faces $253,515 in Penalties After Failure to Address Hazards

Ohio Manufacturer Faces $253,515 in Penalties After Failure to Address Hazards

ArcelorMittal Tubular Products USA LLC has a long history of OSHA non-compliance.

DOL Issues Final Rule Expanding Worker Representation During OSHA Inspections

DOL Issues Final Rule Expanding Worker Representation During OSHA Inspections

The new rule allows external individuals to accompany OSHA officers during inspection.

Tech and Innovation: The Future Of Workplace Safety Training

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.

Key Steps for Addressing Mold and Moisture to Maintain Indoor Air Quality

Key Steps for Addressing Mold and Moisture to Maintain Indoor Air Quality

Addressing mold and moisture issues involves identifying water entry points, as mold growth, which affects air quality, requires moisture, nutrients, and suitable temperatures.

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Space Matters: Eyewashes for Facilities with Limited Space

Picture this: You’re on a manufacturing floor the length of four city blocks. Overhead, cranes haul loads of hot-rolled steel into the plant, where they will be fed through a series of lumbering machines until they emerge cold-drawn in their final shape.

Phoenix Passes Ordinance to Protect Workers from Extreme Heat

Phoenix Passes Ordinance to Protect Workers from Extreme Heat

The action follows a year of record-breaking heat and heat-related deaths in the city.

Alaska Leads the Nation in Workers Compensation Cost Reductions

Alaska Leads the Nation in Workers Compensation Cost Reductions

The new study credits the state’s efforts in improving workplace safety.

OSHA Finds Alabama Forklift Parts Manufacturer Exposed Workers to Caught-In Hazards

OSHA Finds Alabama Forklift Parts Manufacturer Exposed Workers to Caught-In Hazards

The agency investigated Cullman Casting following the death of a foundry worker.

OH&S Announces 2024 Industrial Hygiene Award Winners

OH&S Announces 2024 Industrial Hygiene Award Winners

Now in its fourth year, the annual awards program recognizes companies for their outstanding achievements in industrial hygiene.

Washington L&I Fines Construction Company for Endangering Teen Workers

Washington L&I Fines Construction Company for Endangering Teen Workers

Rotschy LLC faces more than $200,000 in fines for violating child labor laws.

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  • SlateSafety BAND V2

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    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. 3

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