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Items Tagged with 'risk'

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electromagnetic fields

What Should You Do About Electromagnetic Fields in the Workplace?

Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP
January 8, 2026

EU’s EMF Directive requires employers to conduct and communicate risk assessments, especially for EMF sources measured above action levels.


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Too Much Talk About Risk – Not Enough Leadership Action?

Risk assessment requires continuous learning and engagement
David Sarkus MS, CSP
February 20, 2025

Our excessive focus on the concept of risk comes at the expense of fostering the essential leadership needed to navigate acceptable levels of risk.


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climbing Yosemite National Park’s Half Dome

Risk management challenges: Safety is in the eye of the beholder

Some see danger where others are happy to take the risk
Dave Johnson
Dave Johnson
October 17, 2024

Safety debates surrounding hiking risks run parallel to opinions on workplace safety.


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lone worker on remote jobsite

Ensuring safety for solo workers with technology

Rick Pedley
October 2, 2024

In today’s dynamic work environments, an increasing number of employees find themselves working alone.


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lone worker

Are you perpetuating lone worker myths?

These ways of thinking can jeopardize their well-being and safety
Gen Handley
Gen Handley
September 24, 2024

There are several safety myths around lone worker safety that can harm the wellbeing of those performing their jobs alone.


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Consider ergonomics to reduce materials handling

Addressing ergonomic hazards: A collaborative approach for safer warehouses and retail industries

Curt DeWeese, PT Kyle Schmoyer
September 21, 2023

In this article, we'll explore the intricacies of ergonomic hazards, from physical ailments like muscle strains and carpal tunnel syndrome to the broader implications they have in the workplace. We'll also explore OSHA's national emphasis program and uncover practical, impactful solutions that can be implemented across various work environments. 


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Unintentional biases

A safety refresher: Quick discussion points for risk awareness

Emily Newton
Emily Newton
June 28, 2023

Discussing short safety topics can be a great way to keep people aware of the potential risks in their line of work. These refreshers will elevate safety from a background issue to a top priority for all involved.


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health and safety in oil and gas

How digital control of work will improve health and safety in oil and gas

Changing realities and growing responsibilities
Graham Freeman
May 22, 2023

    Oil and gas industry data shows increases in fatal accidents. Here are three areas that need attention.


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hazards control hierarchy for welding

Follow the hazards control hierarchy to reduce welding risks

Back to basics
Wesley J. Maertz
December 13, 2017

There are more than 100 different ways to weld metals together. With so many different ways to weld, types of metals, and filler materials comes many hazards such as flying particles, harmful dust, smoke, fumes, heat and light radiation.


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Taking safety too far

Chris R. Pownall
December 2, 2015
As a 71 year old retiree, now occupying myself writing books on various subjects, I occasionally question some of the present day attitudes towards health and safety, both in the workplace as well in everyday living. I accept the need for health and safety controls and regulations to minimise the risk of personal injury, but it some respects, I think things are going too far.
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