This week’s new safety products enhance workplace safety and productivity with solutions relating to head protection, artificial intelligence, compliance training and air quality.
Simply checking the compliance box isn’t enough. Ongoing safety training is essential for real-world readiness.
A structured approach to administrative controls can improve workplace safety by organizing and prioritizing these controls, much like how engineering controls are categorized in the hierarchy of controls.
Vacuum conveyors for bulk powder and solids transfer reduces the need for repeated enforcement and training for respiratory, ergonomic, fall and combustible dust safety.
Winter brings heightened risks for workplace injuries such as slips, cold stress and road accidents, making early preparation for worker safety essential.
Year-round emergency preparedness supported by modern tools like VR, 3D modeling and multilingual training is essential for keeping employees safe and adapting to global and climate challenges.
The grants will support workplace safety education and training initiatives for high-risk and underserved workers.
Implementing safety incentive programs can significantly improve compliance with fall protection standards and strengthen overall workplace safety culture.
Digital LOTO systems and procedures are driving beneficial safety enhancements. How do companies train employees in this important technological shift?
The funds will go to education and training programs addressing safety hazards affecting the mining community.
The funding aims to enhance workplace safety through targeted education and training programs.
The deadline to submit applications for these MSHA grants is August 20, 2024.
The organization teamed with global technology firm SafetyCulture on this effort.
How using SMART goals can help drive safety training success.
Employees must be trained on the hazardous chemicals in their work area. What do employers need to know to comply with standards and protect their employees effectively?
One of the biggest issues is a lack of adequate employee training.
When done correctly, a combination of new technology and traditional methods can create the perfect balance of engaging, thoughtful training that employees need.
Confined spaces safety training involves multiple critical elements to prevent accidents and safeguard the lives of workers in high-risk environments.
Tools such as the fishbone diagram and the 5 Whys technique can help worksite incident investigations identify the root causes of workplace accidents and improve safety protocols.
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.