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The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has developed a strategic plan for addressing occupational safety and health risks faced by Native Americans and Alaska Natives, NIOSH Director John Howard, MD, announced April 4. There are nearly 3 million AI/AN workers in the United States, the institute reported in its April eNews, but […]
On episode 152 of EHS On Tap, Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions, AlertMedia, talks about new research on the state of employee safety.
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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., […]
On episode 148 of EHS On Tap, Zach Pucillo, EHS Compliance Manager at KPA, discusses what you need to know about OSHA 300 reporting.
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.
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 […]
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 […]