Eight-story building in Manhattan partially collapses killing one and trapping another.
Remember, workers are at increased risk for frostbite and hypothermia when they have health problems such as cardiovascular problems, diabetes, or high blood pressure.
Proposed changes have been submitted for both the ANSI/ISEA 105 Hand Protection Selection Criteria and the EN 388 European regulatory standard for protective gloves. Everyone involved in the design, development, and specification of cut-resistant apparel and PPE needs to understand the impact of these changes on their selection and purchasing decisions.
If the environment is hazardous, explosion-proof or intrinsically safe ventilation equipment must be used to protect workers.
Leaders have to encourage mental readiness, first in themselves and then within everyone else.
It is imperative to get the adequate training, to select the proper equipment, and to practice entering, exiting, and performing simulated rescues.
Cloud-based environment, health, safety and sustainability management software solutions make it easier than ever to track and report on chemicals and safety processes across facilities.
Rebuilding trust won't be easy.
Preventative maintenance and care of your workers' hands may sound like common sense, but the statistics don't lie: Many are not doing enough.
Always be sure that you have chosen the correct mask for the application and that you follow all of the manufacturer's recommendations and all OSHA requirements.