Episode 32
Interested in knowing more about what it means for Coronavirus to be airborne? Tune in to this mini episode for a deep dive on how infectious diseases spread as well as information on top headlines like the new OSHA temporary respirator guidance and Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
This checklist is just one resource industry can leverage to determine whether operations align with existing regulatory requirements and guidance out of the FDA, OSHA, and CDC.
The guidance follows President Donald Trump’s memorandum on making general use respirators available for health care providers.
Episode 30
In this Safety Speak episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses a new alliance to protect against hazardous chemical exposure, OSHA’s updated Coronavirus FAQ, and newly published articles from the October issue of Occupational Health & Safety.
The safety industry continues to see developments in innovation and technology despite no trade shows to show off new products in person.
The facilities failed to comply with a standard that mandates proper respiratory protection for employees exposed to airborne diseases like coronavirus.
The health worker charter was issued on the second annual World Patient Safety Day.
Industry leaders should be aware of these trends to help continue to strengthen their workforce and productivity in a post-COVID-19 world
The Departments of Labor & Industries and the Department of Health issued the alert to address coronavirus cases in Washington hospitals.
Episode 27
In this mini episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard shares the top headlines for the week, including OSHA's final rule on cranes, new coronavirus citations for a New Jersey medical center and three tips to cultivating better mental and physical health for your employees.
Georgetown Dental received six serious violations and a fine of $9,500.
The vaccine should be made available to healthcare workers and the elderly starting in November.
The hospital was cited for failing to test tight-fitting face piece respirators on employees required to use them, as well as failing to train employees on proper respirator use.
Remote work isn’t likely to go away anytime soon, and neither should the focus on physical and mental health in the workplace.
The 27 former New York City firefighters died of 9/11-related illnesses in the past year, making the new total of firefighters killed after the attacks to 227.
Are you worried about a second wave of COVID-19?
California's Occupational Safety and Health Agency has issued citations to multiple employers for COVID-19 violations.
Tyson Foods to pilot seven new health clinics near company production facilities in an effort to promote a culture of health.
Studies show that steroids could reduce the risk of death for hospitalized patients on ventilators by about a third.
Episode 23
In this mini episode of OH&S SafetyPod, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the NCS's prediction for road injuries and fatalities this Labor Day Weekend, the first confirmed case of COVID-19 reinfection and the new AIHA guidance for first responders.