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Monday and Tuesday we talked about eye protection. Today, we turn to the important subject of hearing conservation. The inaugural Safe-in-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Awards were awarded in 2009 by NIOSH and the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA) to four U.S. employers that "have shown their dedication to the prevention of noise-induced hearing […]
Behavior-based safety uses observation and feedback to reduce workplace accidents. Proponents say it’s a scientific way to identify at-risk behaviors and change them. Opponents say it smacks of Big Brother and promotes blame. The idea that behavioral change can lead to a safer workplace is nothing new. A behavioral approach has been around for most […]
Here’s a consultant and trainer who says stress isn’t caused by situations or other people. It’s your reactions to situations and people that cause stress. The key to managing work stress is to learn to remain calm regardless of what’s happening around you. David Gamow, founder of Clarity Seminars, which provides on-site training in stress […]
When your employees walk in the door each day they don’t leave their stress behind. It competes for their attention to their job duties as well as to their safety. And stress is often compounded by pressures at work. Employee stress is nothing new, but it certainly is getting a lot of attention these days. […]
Exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, and HIV can lead to serious illness. Although healthcare workers and emergency first responders are most at risk, any employee can be exposed when giving first aid in the workplace, as well as in certain other situations. Needlesticks or cuts from sharp objects […]
Across industries and across the years, slips, trips, and falls continue to be among the leading causes of workplace injury. Opportunities for workplace falls are abundant, and many incidents result in serious injuries. Dr. William Marletta is a safety consultant in West Islip, New York, who specializes in slip, trip, and fall hazards. (The irony […]
Employers are required to provide certain types of safety training to employees. While some companies simply follow the letter of the law, others go beyond minimum requirements and build a culture where safety is embedded in their business practices. Take Johns Manville of McPherson, Kansas, which produces fiberglass insulation materials. The company was honored by […]
Read about a company where safety and health policies supported by strong commitment and a well-developed safety culture have resulted in superior safety performance. At Simmons Bedding Company, safety and health policies drive a robust worker-protection process. But it’s the commitment and culture behind those policies that really make things happen, explains Jonathan Dawe. He […]
Does the confirmation of the new OSHA administrator mean the dawn of a new era of greater regulation and stricter enforcement? It’s too early to say for sure. But here’s a look at what might be headed your way. What can you expect from OSHA under David Michaels? Listen to what Michaels himself says in […]
Yesterday, we described the first three guidelines for hazmat employee training. Today, we continue with points four through seven. 4. Select a training tool. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) guidance for hazmat employee training lists four training delivery methods: Web-based Computer-based Classroom Hands-on/mentor training Decisions on which of these, or which combination, […]