The challenge invites people to submit ideas on making fit-testing practices better.
Let's look at the background of the sampling process.
Episode 178
Keeping workers healthy through the unhealthiest season of the year is tough. Here's some ways to protect workers from seasonal illnesses.
Packers, shippers and movers can protect themselves from visibly microbial contaminated goods.
The presence of mold at work can cause negative health effects for some workers.
When you're purchasing respirators off a website, there are important elements to be on the lookout for.
Even though the emergency orders ended last week, employers should not stop protecting their workers from COVID-19.
With the height of flu season just around the corner, you can act now to protect yourself and others in the workplace.
Episode 171
Editor Sydny Shepard continues to count down the top five most frequently cited standards and what you can be doing to avoid being penalized for not complying with these standards.
Silicosis can cause difficulty breathing and lead to other medical issues. Learn what practices the Mine Safety and Health Administration recommends to protect workers.
Selecting the right respirators for your employees is essential to keeping them protected, but how do you know what kind to choose?
Choosing the right differential pressure monitoring system can show your employees that your care about their safety.
It is important for you and your workers to have confidence in your safety equipment.
Sometimes PPE is needed to ensure healthy employees.
The confidential screenings are available to all coal miners, current or former.
Aspirating Smoke Detection (ASD) is designed for reliability and is capable of customization to minimize false alarms and maintenance, while increasing safety.
Air purification systems can capture smoke, exhaust gasses and pollutants from welding, plasma cutting, combustion and other sources.
The state is currently working on permanent rules to keep workers safe.
The citations relate to an incident in a confined space that took the life of a worker.
Many workers said they are concerned the air may be polluted and think access to clean air is important.