OSHA found Virginia Transformer Corp. failed to correct hazards previously identified in multiple inspections, issuing 53 serious and repeat violations tied to crane safety, machine guarding, fall hazards and inadequate PPE.
From flying debris and chemical splashes to radiation, dust, and high-pressure equipment, industrial environments expose workers to eye hazards every day. Understanding these risks—and using the right protection—can prevent injuries and safeguard long-term vision.
From ASTM codes to slip resistance and electrical ratings, this guide breaks down the alphabet soup of safety footwear standards and shows how to apply them in real-world workplace decisions.
How advances in monitoring and analytics are transforming eye and face PPE checks from routine tasks into proactive safeguards.
By ensuring ANSI compliance, proper placement, maintenance, and worker training, portable eyewashes play a critical safety role.
Understanding how thermoplastics, fibers, and reinforcements behave under real-world conditions helps safety professionals choose gloves that truly match the hazard.
A new ISEA report warns that tariffs on personal protective equipment enacted in 2025 could increase costs, reduce access to safety gear, and put millions of U.S. workers at risk. The study highlights how even small increases in injury rates could cost billions and threaten national economic stability.
J. J. Keller & Associates and the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) have launched their 2025 PPE Pain Points Survey to better understand the daily challenges EHS and safety professionals face in PPE selection, training, and compliance. The survey is open through December 1, 2025.
From flying debris to chemical splashes, radiation, and glare—industrial workers face daily risks to their eyes. Understanding hidden hazards and enforcing proper protective measures can prevent injuries and preserve sight.
Occupational health professionals play a critical role in identifying undiagnosed hearing and vision impairments that often go unnoticed, ensuring employees receive timely, specialist support that fosters inclusion, safety, and productivity.
Smart personal protective equipment is transforming industrial safety by integrating sensors, connectivity, and real-time data to better protect workers and prevent injuries.
Important considerations for selecting protective apparel that aligns with real world risks.
From lens materials to advanced coatings and tints, smarter safety eyewear enhances protection, comfort, and worker performance across industries.
New research confirms arc-rated PPE tested with AC power provides the same protection against DC arcs, offering reassurance as energy storage and DC systems expand across industries.
Tackling physical barriers with practical, inclusive solutions for safer workplaces.
Women in industry face unique risks when protective gear doesn’t fit. New approaches to design are transforming PPE to improve safety, comfort, and inclusion.
OSHA unveiled its preliminary list of this year’s most cited workplace safety violations. Fall protection remains a top concern, but the entire list offer insight into where safety professionals should focus their efforts.
When PPE fits well and supports employee wellness, workers feel valued, stay protected, and drive a stronger culture of safety, comfort, and compliance across every shift.
A new Virginia Tech laboratory is testing construction helmets under real-world impact scenarios to improve safety data, but industry leaders caution that ratings should complement—not replace—established OSHA and ANSI/ISEA standards.
Applying behavioral science to safety, nudge theory helps improve glove compliance by guiding workers toward safe habits through simple, effective design.