EHS On Tap E152: Analyzing the State of Employee Safety
On episode 152 of EHS On Tap, Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions, AlertMedia, talks about new research on the state of employee safety.
Category: Personnel Safety
What Makes a Glove Impact Resistant?
By: Superior Glove, leading safety glove innovator Not surprisingly, injuries caused by knocks, bumps, and pinches are among the most common across various industries and can cause a wide range of hand injuries. When an object strikes or pinches a hand, the force is transferred directly from the object to the hand and can lead […]
How To Rethink Factory Layout Design to Improve Worker Safety
The manufacturing industry has long been characterized by its assembly line-style factory layout design. Improving the safety of factory workers has been a focus in recent years, which led to a shift in factory layout design. By rethinking the layout, it is possible to create a safer working environment for employees, reduce the risk of […]
Gearing Up for ASSP Safety23
It’s 2023, and workplace safety is, as always, an essential topic for discussion this year. EHS professionals are tasked with the challenge of creating and leading new industry-wide standards that are both effective and push the progression of workplace safety. North America is home to some of the largest and most influential organizations in safety, […]
2 Connecticut Men Arrested in Fatal Trench Collapse
Two Connecticut men have been arrested following a fatal trench collapse last summer and face charges of first-degree manslaughter and first-degree reckless endangerment, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced March 17. OSHA inspectors investigated the July 22, 2022, collapse of an 8-foot-deep trench in Vernon, Connecticut, that killed an employee of Botticello Inc., […]
EHS On Tap E148: What You Need to Know About OSHA 300 Reporting
On episode 148 of EHS On Tap, Zach Pucillo, EHS Compliance Manager at KPA, discusses what you need to know about OSHA 300 reporting.
EHS On Tap E147: Overcoming Generational Differences to Improve Workplace Safety
On episode 147 of EHS On Tap, Jill James, Chief Safety Officer, HSI, talks about the best ways to deal with generational differences in the workplace.
Infographic: Workplace Noise Exposure
All of the human senses must be protected from hazards and damage in the workplace, including hearing. Hearing loss is preventable, so no matter what the workplace, reducing noise exposure must be a priority. Here’s what you need to know about workplace noise exposure. Check out our Back to Basics: Workplace Noise Exposure article for […]
EHSDA Song of the Week: Working in the Coal Mine
Traditionally, coal mining has been one of the most dangerous professions around. For the latest EHSDA Song of the Week, we turn to the eternally strange and wonderful Devo for their new wave take on “Working in the Coal Mine.” It’s quirky and fun and reminds us that coal miners have really tough jobs. Devo […]
Winter Construction Safety Considerations
Winter is here and there are still likely a few weeks of harsh conditions ahead. The construction industry faces several hazards which can lead to injuries and even fatalities during this season such as wind, snow and ice. Safety hazards are present year-round, however, the winter months bring their own challenges and can make an […]