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How can renewable energy improve safety in manufacturing?

April 22, 2024

In a world that is rapidly changing as a result of climate change, many industries are looking towards alternatives that can help to make them more sustainable.

Mitigating health risks with AFFF in the workplace

Mark Chocola

March 14, 2024

Aqueous Film-Forming Foam has saved numerous lives with its effectiveness, but recent studies have revealed just how dangerous it is, chiefly due to the presence of PFAS.

Elon Musk’s Boring Company cited by OSHA for ‘serious’ safety violations

Nevada OSHA report reveals Las Vegas tunnel project workers exposed to chemical hazards without PPE

ISHN Staff

February 29, 2024

Nevada OSHA report reveals Las Vegas tunnel project workers exposed to chemical hazards without PPE

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Litigation over toxic chemicals is spearheaded by public sympathy for ‘heroes’

Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP

May 22, 2023

Toxic chemicals at Camp Lejeune creates ripple effect on OHS practice of tracking harmful exposure.

2022 Top 10 OSHA Violations: Hazard communication standard, general industry

No. 2 in the Top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022

February 14, 2023

The OSHA standard hazard communication, general industry is one of the top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022.

Let’s debunk common misconceptions about HazCom training

Phil Molé

August 15, 2022

We need to abandon the popular misconceptions that compromise the effectiveness of HazCom training programs.

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What’s that smell? Odor management should be part of your OHS program

Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP

May 25, 2022

How humans and other animals detect odors is an intriguing topic. Each OHS pro should understand the basics of how to interpret chemical exposures.

The right tools can manage workplace compliance, cut time wasted and mitigate risk

Phil Molé

February 28, 2022

Employers have a responsibility to anticipate and manage operational risks to protect workers, ensure compliance and promote the health of the organization.

OSHA finds methylene chloride, other hazards at Bergen County manufacturing facility

February 24, 2022

OSHA issued citations related to methylene chloride hazards, including allowing workers to be overexposed to the solvent, and failing to provide personal protective equipment, eye wash stations, and medical surveillance for workers exposed or potentially exposed to the solvent.