Overcoming pockets of indifference towards PWFA Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP June 15, 2023 The federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) passed in December 2022 will become enforceable this coming June 27, 2023Read More
Editorial Comments National COSH reveals 'Dirty Dozen' employers for 2023 Benita Mehta May 23, 2023 National COSH reveals Amazon, Tesla, FedEx and Class I Railroads are among those cited as the most dangerous companies to work.Read More
Leading Safety How to proactively manage construction safety through pre-operational planning Discovering the ‘why’ of risk Peter G. Furst May 22, 2023 Why are workers getting hurt in spite of safety standards, programs, policies, procedures, training, and possibly everyone’s best efforts?Read More
Best Practices 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.Read More
Dave Johnson: What's Going On Wouldn’t it be nice: A 'perfect' approach to mental health in the workplace Dave Johnson May 11, 2023 Imagine this: Mental health days are offered. Paid mental health days allow you to take time off to attend to your mental health and well-being. Read More
Leading Safety Ignoring or engaging in risky behavior might be a perception issue Peter G. Furst April 27, 2023 A person’s perception of risk or their tolerance of it, will in one way or another influence their decision-making and impact their safety.Read More
Editorial Comments Share thoughts on articles and participate in polls Benita Mehta April 27, 2023 ISHN offers various ways in which readers can participate and share their thoughts.Read More
Best Practices How the hunt for nurses with fake diplomas impacts OHS Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP April 27, 2023 The hunting season for nurses with a fake academic diploma opened during late January 2023, and thousands were found.Read More
Ready for the digital safety culture? After all, we live in a digital world Dave Johnson April 18, 2023 It won’t be long before at least some workplace safety cultures become highly digitized. Think of the time savings and productivity gains. Read More
Leading Safety A scorecard for safety Measurement and metrics are required for management to implement change Peter G. Furst March 15, 2023 To manage effectively, information that tells management in real time how well the organizational and operational systems are performing in order is crucial.Read More