There are multiple benefits of hazard communication training. What are they and how do you get started?
An OSHA initiative means employers who use hazardous chemicals in the workplace should start preparing to update their hazard communication training programs. Who needs training, what are the elements of training, and how do you make an effective program?
Learn about one professional's experience with the terms flammable and combustible liquids.
In some occupations, working with toxic substances and chemicals is required, so what can be done to keep employees and the worksite safe?
Entries for the third annual award program are due by March 3, 2023.
Episode 183
In this episode, Sydny Shepard says farewell and ushers in a new era of editorial leadership for Occupational Health & Safety.
Safety Data Sheets are critical to informing employees of the hazards they face.
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.
Episode 164
In this podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard touches on the Occupational Keynote from OSHA Head Doug Parker, NSC’s Work to Zero Initiative and the unveiling of OSHA’s Top 10 Violations for fiscal year 2022.
High-level considerations can go a long way to improving your facility’s effectiveness.
Complacency and memory play a much bigger role in HazCom compliance than you think.
Episode 134
Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look back at the history of the Hazard Communication Standard and its recent alignment with the Globally Harmonized System.
In order to create a safer work environment, employees need to know what hazards are present and how to mitigate them.
The Hazard Communication Standard is performance oriented, meaning achieving the standard is the measure of compliance.
Understanding all the risks associated with chemicals in a workplace can be overwhelming.
OSHA is looking to make additional changes to the HazCom Standard to better protect employees.
A Pennsylvania hot tub manufacturer has continued to expose workers to chemical hazards following original OSHA inspections.
A recent survey of safety professionals asks the question, “Does chemical management have to be hard?”
FedEx has been fined more than $24,000 following an employee complaint about hazardous materials.
PennDOT announces selection of the team to rebuild fallen Fern Hollow Bridge.