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Can you stand it? Prolonged standing puts millions at risk

March 1, 2016

In today’s economy, with the emphasis on service sector jobs, research points out almost half of all workers worldwide spend more than three-quarters of their workday on their feet.

LED technology reduces explosion risks

Michael Cheng

March 1, 2016

The complex and hazardous nature of confined spaces presents numerous risks for workers.

Scope of the standard - what is a construction confined space?

Mark H. Stromme

March 1, 2016

OSHA’s confined spaces in construction standard protects employees engaged in construction activities at a worksite with one or more confined spaces.

Workplaces are ideal for AED programs

But liability concerns deter some companies

Dave Johnson

March 1, 2016

OSHA does not have standards specific to automated external defibrillators (AEDs), but health experts say workplaces are ideal settings for AEDs.

New lab garments combine FR and chemical splash protection

Mark Saner

March 1, 2016

Safety and health professionals in a wide variety of industries use a hierarchy of controls to mitigate workplace hazards.

Wet or dry collection to control combustible dust

John Dauber Mike Walters John Davidson

March 1, 2016

Combustible dust explosions are a risk in virtually any industrial manufacturing facility.

Wearing high visibility clothing requires comfort, fit and worker input

Jeffrey Gayer

March 1, 2016

At about 9:30 in the morning, a 55-year-old excavator worker was struck by a car while standing in a two-lane state highway.

Six organizations honored for healthy workplace practices

February 26, 2016

The American Psychological Association (APA) will recognize six employers for their efforts to promote employee well-being and organizational performance at its 11th annual Psychologically Healthy Workplace Awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, Feb. 27.

What you should know about GFCIs

Train employees in their use and prevent injuries & electrocutions

Vladimir Konopelko

February 17, 2016

An OSHA violation is a serious matter. Many of them can result in injury or death. Some violations are obvious and easy to spot while others require training and a comprehensive understanding of the requirements in order to detect them.

Newark manufacturing employees at risk from dangerous chemicals

Elan Chemical Co. issued 17 citations, faces $72,100 in fines

February 12, 2016

OSHA has cited Elan Chemical Company Inc. of Newark, New Jersey for 17 serious safety and health violations. The agency initiated an inspection on Aug. 4, 2015, under its national emphasis program focused on chemical manufacturers.