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OSHA GHS Final Rule Effective Next Week

By Chris Kilbourne May 6, 2012 Chemicals

Updated: May 6, 2012

The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) finally makes its debut. But don’t worry, there’s plenty of time yet to comply. OSHA has announced that the final rule for GHS, or Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals, will become law effective May 25, 2012. The effective date of the final rule is 60 days […]

AEDs Save Lives!

By Chris Kilbourne May 4, 2012 Injuries and Illness

Updated: May 4, 2012

May 20 to 26 is National EMS Week, which is a great time to honor the valiant work of our emergency medical services personnel. It’s also a good time for training on the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs)—for those times when even the few minutes it may take for EMS to arrive could mean […]

Blended Learning Options: Classroom or Instructor-Led Training

By Chris Kilbourne May 3, 2012 Training

Updated: May 3, 2012

There are numerous methods and materials available to help you prepare and equip employees to better do their jobs. Indeed, with so many choices out there, it can be daunting to determine which methods to use and when to use them. Using several methods for each training session may actually be the most effective way […]

Machine Safety Checklist

By Chris Kilbourne May 2, 2012 Special Topics in Safety Management

Updated: May 2, 2012

Use this simple self-inspection checklist suggested by OSHA to identify and correct machine hazards. Basic Requirements for Safeguards Do the safeguards provided meet the minimum OSHA requirements? Do the safeguards prevent workers’ hands, arms, and other body parts from making contact with dangerous moving parts? Are the safeguards firmly secured and not easily removable? Do […]