Tag: National Institute

NIOSH: Work-Related Deaths in Alaska Remain High After 15 Years

By Guy Burdick, EHS Daily Advisor Jul 12, 2021 Injuries and Illness

Updated: Jul 12, 2021

Researchers with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recently published their findings that workers in Alaska have a higher risk of dying on the job compared to workers in other states. Work-related deaths in Alaska are three times higher than in the rest of the United States, according to NIOSH-supported research published […]

Beware of ‘Legacy’ Mercury-Containing Equipment

By Clare Condon Dec 2, 2013 Hazardous and Solid Waste

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

12 FRP violations EPA inspectors will not ignore

By Clare Condon Sep 30, 2013 Special Topics in Environmental Management

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

The name of the protected waterway or environmentally sensitive area is omitted from the plan. The number of underground storage tanks (USTs), UST oil storage, or drums/small container storage is omitted from the plan. The facility’s status with respect to the significant and substantial harm criteria is not stated. The Worksheet for Plan Volume of […]

11 Requirements Your HAZWOPER Plan May Be Missing

By Clare Condon Jul 17, 2013 Hazardous Waste Management

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

ASSP names Safety Professional of the Year

Michelle DeFrancesco

PARK RIDGE, IL (April 22, 2024) — The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has named Matthew F. Herron its 2024 Safety Professional of the Year. The safety engineer and ergonomics specialist has been an ASSP member for 13 years and has helped advance occupational safety and health in many ways. Herron, M.S., P.E., CSP, […]

Acquisition of Young & Bertke Air Systems Company Creates Common Ownership with Anguil Environmental Systems, Inc. to Strengthen Industry Presence

Michelle DeFrancesco

Milwaukee, Wisconsin – April 16th, 2024 – Chris Anguil, President and Deborah Anguil, Chief Operating Officer of Anguil Environmental Systems Inc. (Anguil), a globally recognized leader in industrial pollution control technologies and services, proudly announce the formation of Anguil Industrial, LLC, to complete the acquisition of Young & Bertke Air Systems Company, a distinguished mechanical […]

Never Miss a Safety Deadline Again

Fool-proof your calendar with all the recurring tasks you need to accomplish throughout the year. This eBook covers: How to set yourself up for success with safety deadlines Key steps to organizing your safety calendar Recurring deadlines to be aware of on an annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly, and daily schedule Download eBook!

10 Tactics to Improve Your Safety Culture

Here’s a business case that’s hard to ignore. Did you know that strong corporate safety cultures support efforts by companies to be more profitable and achieve a better market share in the long run? That’s because weak or non-existent cultures of safety result in workplace accident cost increases, medical expenses, workers’ compensation payments, legal fines, […]

Pipeline Construction: 10 Best Practices to Promote Safety

Pipelines are the lifelines of modern infrastructure, facilitating the seamless transport of vital gases, fluids, and materials across vast distances. Yet, the journey of pipeline construction is fraught with challenges, from navigating rugged terrains to managing extreme pressures. To ensure the safety of both workers and surrounding communities, operators must adhere to rigorous best practices […]

Never Miss a Safety Deadline Again

10 Tactics to Improve Your Safety Culture

Pipeline Construction: 10 Best Practices to Promote Safety

How to Future Proof Your Safety Program

There are new strategies to enhance your safety program’s resilience against future challenges. Many industry leaders are implementing forward-thinking practices and leveraging predictive safety to prevent incidents before they occur. In fact: A predictive safety strategy can lead to a 20% increase in proactive safety interventions and a 15% reduction in near misses. Discover in […]