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Picking the Right Glove for the Right Job: Hand Protection in the Oil and Gas Industry

Picking the Right Glove for the Right Job: Hand Protection in the Oil and Gas Industry

With so many options, functions, and fits, selection can be overwhelming.

Rising Demand for Industrial Safety Gloves and Workplace Safety Regulations

Rising Demand for Industrial Safety Gloves and Workplace Safety Regulations

Did you know that worker hand injuries account for almost one million medical emergencies across America every year?

Five Important Things to Know About Arc Flash PPE Programs

Five Important Things to Know About Arc Flash PPE Programs

A well-designed electrical safety PPE program can help mitigate injuries in the event of an arc flash.

Hearing Protection Devices and Solutions

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Hearing Protection Devices and Solutions

Millions of workers are exposed to hearing hazards every year, and even though OSHA regulations and NIOSH recommendations in the U.S. specify hearing protection, occupational hearing loss is still the number one reported worker illness in manufacturin

Getting a Grip on Hand-Impact Injuries

Getting a Grip on Hand-Impact Injuries

It’s time for action on hand-impact injuries. Employers and workers alike need to use their heads and start protecting their hands.

This Week is Respiratory Protection Week: Celebrating 100 Years of Respiratory Health

This Week is Respiratory Protection Week: Celebrating 100 Years of Respiratory Health

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) celebrates one hundred years of respirator protection and certification with the first annual Respiratory Protection Week.

Hearing Protection Devices and Solutions

Hearing Protection Devices and Solutions

Steps can be taken to help protect workers’ hearing in a wide variety of industries.

Listen Up—Kicking Workplace Noise Monitoring Up a Notch

Listen Up—Kicking Workplace Noise Monitoring Up a Notch

According to OSHA, each year 22 million employees are exposed to hazardous noises at work, making hearing loss the most common work-related injury. It’s time to understand, and consider, the role technology can play in workplace noise monitoring.



Personal Protective Equipment is the Most Important Seafaring Safety Precaution

Personal Protective Equipment is the Most Important Seafaring Safety Precaution

New research indicates that injury reduction campaigns – especially those for seafaring workers – should focus on personal protective equipment (PPE).

Live From NSC 2019 To Start Next Week

This year’s NSC 2019 Congress & Exposition is less than a week away, and this year, it’s in San Diego! You can follow all the action from the show floor by visiting our Live From NSC 2019 social zone at https://ohsonline.com/live.

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Safety's Biggest Trade Show Heads to San Diego

San Diego Convention Center will be the backdrop for this year’s NSC Congress & Expo.

Atlanta Paper Product Manufacturer Cited for Lack of Hot Steam Protection in Texas Facility

After a worker was burned at the Queen City, Texas facility, OSHA launched an investigation and found multiple violations.

Iowa Worker Who Fell 1,000 feet Wasn’t Wearing Safety Equipment, Employer Cited

Iowa Worker Who Fell 1,000 feet Wasn’t Wearing Safety Equipment, Employer Cited

In May, an Iowa worker fell 1,000 feet from a television antenna tower and died. Further investigation showed he was not wearing available fall protection equipment. The employer now faces two serious violations, including inadequate strength in a protection attachment.

A hard hat is designed to protect from impacts that could damage the brain, so take its upkeep seriously. (MSA photo)

Choosing a Hard Hat? Use Your Head

A hard hat is designed to protect from impacts that could damage the brain, so take its upkeep seriously.

The employer must review and evaluate the effectiveness of the Chemical Hygiene Plan at least annually and must update it as necessary.

Guidelines for Writing Your Chemical Hygiene Plan

Training provided to workers must cover the physical and health hazards of chemicals in the work area and measures workers can take to protect themselves.

No one knows the frontlines of job site hand injuries like the medical professionals who treat them.

A Frontline Medical Perspective on Workplace Hand Injuries

Today's safety professionals have more data at their fingertips than ever before, but simple hand lacerations continue to plague work sites, creating mountains of paperwork and productivity delays.

Effective arc-rated rainwear needs not only to protect against liquid penetration, but also to be highly breathable. (W.L. Gore & Associates photo)

Rainwear Performance Considerations for Electric Utility Workers: Innovative Fabrics Bring Protection and Comfort

Utility workers need garments that not only provide protection from arc hazards and foul weather, but also ensure that they can be seen by others, reducing the risk of visibility-related workplace accidents.

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What You Need to Know About OSHA's Confined Space Standards

The confined space standards for both general industry and the construction industry place great emphasis on safety training.

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Respiratory Safety: An Interview with Industry Experts

Respirators, when used correctly, can be an effective layer of protection for many tasks in and around a chemical plant.

A common question during the CPC selection process is, "Will a certified suit be the best match for my hazard?" The answer to this question is, "It depends on the specific standard and your specific hazard scenario."

Chemical Protective Clothing: Navigating Standards to Match Your Hazards

You should strive to select the best CPC for worker protection.

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