ISHN Magazine

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2019 May

Among the articles in the May 2019 issue of ISHN Magazine, we have expert insight on the world of safety technology, the latest innovations in PPE and we offer safety tips on robotics, PPE, metal fabrication, and much more.

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Safeguards for automated operations

Safeguards for automated operations

Physically protect your workers and minimize the “safety zone” footprint.
John Ritter
May 1, 2019

Advances in machining and robotics have increased operational efficiency in virtually all manufacturing sectors. Production and profits would plunge if operations were done by hand alone. History has shown us that the advantages of machines are undeniable.


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Valve safety trains

Facility safety inspections

Valve safety trains require regular inspections, maintenance and training. Tremendous explosive forces can be unleashed if best practices are not followed.
Robert Sanderson, P.E.
May 1, 2019

Thermal processes are used to alter the physical, and sometimes chemical, properties of a material or coating. Two common examples of thermal processing would be high-temperature operations such as heat treating, and low-temperature operations, for instance drying or baking.


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arc flash protection clothing maintenance

Maximize care, maintenance and use of FR clothing

AR/FR PPE goes through daily wear and tear rigors. Here are keys to ensuring the longevity of your investment.
Scott Francis
May 1, 2019

In creating an AR/FR PPE program, you should dedicate a fair amount of time researching, selecting and sourcing quality garments to protect your employees. Time is spent on the front end to make sure that the proper garment is designed in order to comply with industry standards and provide acceptable wearer comfort.


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Industrial Hygiene Technology

Technology advances industrial hygiene instrumentation

Sensors, dashboards and waves of Big Data — we aren’t in Kansas anymore. Technology needs to earn our trust — and we need the courage to adapt
Kyle Krueger
May 1, 2019

To borrow a phrase from the Wizard of Oz, we in the safety industry are “not in Kansas anymore.” Those old familiar spreadsheets, processes, and equipment that got us to where we are today, are not going to get us where we’re going.


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metal fabrication safety

Metal fabrication shop safety tips

Megan R. Nichols
May 15, 2019

Metal fabrication is an integral part of many different industries, and it can be one of the most dangerous due to the tools and techniques necessary to complete each task. Metal shop injuries are often extreme and can be even fatal in some situations.


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Visual Literarcy a hazard recognition tool

Visual Literacy is a new hazard recognition tool

Identify hazards before an incident occurs. Here are three steps you can take.
Doug Pontsler
May 23, 2019

Identifying hazards in the workplace, determining the degree of risk they represent, and taking appropriate action is a fundamental component of any safety management system. While simple to say, it can be more difficult in practice than we might expect.


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Respirators require ongoing maintenance

Respect your respirator with ongoing maintenance

Don’t get lost in a cloud of toxic welding smoke. Make smart selections when it comes to respiratory protection.
Rick Marquez
May 20, 2019

When it comes to workplace safety, welders are well aware that their profession is one of the most dangerous. Welders face an array of hazards from electric shock, retinal damage, ocular melanoma, or serious burns.


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Protecting workers from thermal exposures

Assess high heat & burn threats

It’s easy to over-protect – or under-protect – your workers from thermal exposures.
Caroline Holtzman
May 8, 2019

Hot, bulky, too tight or too loose - what starts out as required personal protective equipment (PPE) can become oppressive after four, eight or even 12 hours at work. The temptation for an overheated worker to pull off a glove or hood, roll up sleeves or unzip a coverall for a moment of relief can be irresistible.


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Should you rent of buy work uniforms

Should you rent or buy work uniforms?

Budget, use and space constraints should be considered when choosing uniforms for your organization.
John Ross
May 22, 2019

Uniforms are the unsung heroes of the workplace. They give team members a sense of pride and unity. They contribute to a polished, professional appearance for the organization as a whole. And they can even help protect employees against potentially life-threatening hazards.


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PPE and smart sensor technology

PPE makes use of smart sensor technology

Clever clothing innovations are making PPE use more acceptable, with more versatile applications.
Christopher Young
May 21, 2019

Workplace safety is one of the major concerns that has been successfully driving the international industrial protective clothing fabric market. Today, from hard hats to steel-toed boots, personal protective equipment, often known as PPE, is keeping workers safe from head to toe.


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A new dashboard for EHS metrics

A new dashboard for EHS metrics

Use these five strategies to get the most from your key performance indicators.
Greg Duncan
May 6, 2019

Improving workplace safety and sustainability requires the ability to visualize trends in performance, anticipate and manage risks, and identify areas of concern — so they can be quickly and accurately addressed.


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Heat stress prevention tips

Heat stress prevention tips

Acclimatization, break schedules, ventilation, clothing & monitoring stress can avoid illnesses and even fatilities.
Steve Graf
May 1, 2019

The topic of worker heat exposure has made headlines across the country in recent years. In January of this year, OSHA leveled a fine of $149,664 for violations of the General Duty Clause in response to the 2018 death of a California Postal Worker.


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Personality is rarely the root cause of incidents

Personality is rarely the root cause of accidents

“I know your type”
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Dave Johnson
May 16, 2019

Assessing personality types or styles goes back thousands of years. Rob Fisher, a human factors expert, says in ancient Asia, “fire,” “wind,” “water,” “earth” and other terms were used to capture the different personalities of different people.


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reproductive health protection

Health policy legislation shifts to the states

The U.S. lags behind competing nations. Where there is no critical mass for action, states are filling the void.
Ilise L. Feitshans JD, ScM and DIR
May 13, 2019

We have a swamp of occupational safety and health theory and practice currently. Lack of nationwide clarity undermines what should be unequivocal reproductive health protections, whether preconceptual, post-childbearing for target reproductive organs, or during pregnancy.


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NFPA 70E is one of the most important safety documents

Compliance benefits include improved safety culture and savings increases for employers.
Patrick Liebe
May 1, 2019

Today more than ever, companies need to reduce employee injuries and incident rates and avoid the costs of downtime due to electrical equipment failures. Implementing comprehensive electrical safety programs that result in changing and improving a company’s safety culture can help make these goals a reality.


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Worker engagement requires enabling workers to speak up

Worker engagement requires enabling workers to speak up

Empowering is not enough – you must ENABLE!
Rob Fisher
May 24, 2019

Most organizations, especially those that manage higher risks, have a “requirement” for the workforce to stop work and get help when they are “unsure.” When you talk to managers, they believe this empowerment is what is needed to get people to stop.


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