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While most facilities likely have some sort of dust collector in place, there’s a substantial difference in simply having that equipment installed and achieving effective dust containment.

Larry Sloan, CEO of the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA), is stepping down at the end of 2026 after 10 years managing the association. ISHN interviewed Sloan for an EHS overview. 

The word “well-being” has helped to define industrial hygiene from its earliest days to the present. What does it mean today?

In advanced manufacturing, the dust doesn’t need to pile up like snowdrifts to become a problem. Sometimes all it takes is a microscopic cloud, the wrong spark, and a few seconds of bad luck. 

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act final rule includes an industrial hygienist because an IH’s observations and skills are rooted at the workplace. IHs are trained to use the hierarchy of controls to achieve reasonable accommodation for pregnant workers. 

Views of a “renegade” industrial hygiene faction believe that the AIHA is more than just an obstacle to the success of the PWFA.

The need for effective extraction and filtration technology is not only a matter of corporate responsibility, but also a legal requirement.

From harmful building materials to poorly ventilated systems, older homes demand a closer look if you want to live safely within them. Here’s a breakdown of the most critical hazards, supported by global data and best-practice guidance.

Every year, combustible dust fires and explosions continue to claim lives, injure workers and cause extensive property damage.

Occupational safety and industrial hygiene — which one should be emphasized for your professional growth in the coming years?