2023 April

ISHN Magazine

This month’s issue features several articles on working at heights. We also go into detail on how mobile apps can reduce workplace incidents and the dangers of welder’s anthrax, and also offer some noise control tips for your facility.

Cover Story

7 parts of an in-house rescue plan for working at heights

ASSP The American Society of Safety Professionals

April 27, 2023

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To prepare employees for a fall rescue scenario, it could be beneficial to develop in-house rescue policies and procedures.

A closer look at the dangers of welder’s anthrax

Rick Pedley

April 27, 2023

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Welder’s anthrax is a serious health risk for welders and metalworkers. Learn more about this disease, how it spreads, and how to prevent exposure.

Safe n Sound alarm for personal fall protection systems

Injuries while working at heights are preventable with proper maintenance

Chris Vella

April 27, 2023

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The construction industry is one of the most dangerous workplaces in the United States, with falls to a lower level being the leading cause of accidental death among construction workers.

Apps simplify OHS tasks

For safety professionals, convenience and features make their jobs easier

Gen Handley

April 27, 2023

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Apps have become incredibly important for occupational health and safety, protecting workers without requiring them to carry another device.

10 tips for successful sound measurements

Richard Wexler

April 27, 2023

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Monitoring sound levels is important for worker or visitor safety, to avoid harmful sound levels. Sound level monitoring may also be tied to compliance.

Leading Safety

Ignoring or engaging in risky behavior might be a perception issue

Peter G. Furst

April 27, 2023

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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.

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Editorial Comments

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Benita Mehta

April 27, 2023

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ISHN offers various ways in which readers can participate and share their thoughts.

Best Practices

How the hunt for nurses with fake diplomas impacts OHS

Dan Markiewicz, MS, CIH, CSP, CHMM

April 27, 2023

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The hunting season for nurses with a fake academic diploma opened during late January 2023, and thousands were found.

ON DEMAND: We know that you have a lot of questions about flame resistant/arc-rated (FR/AR) garments and how to properly care for and maintain them.

CPWR - The Center for Construction Research and Training recently launched the Safety Climate-Safety Management Information System (SC-SMIS); a free resource that can be used to strengthen jobsite safety climate to help reduce adverse safety outcomes.

ISHN Magazine

2023 April

Cover

7 parts of an in-house rescue plan for working at heights

Features

A closer look at the dangers of welder’s anthrax

Injuries while working at heights are preventable with proper maintenance

Apps simplify OHS tasks

10 tips for successful sound measurements

Columns

Ignoring or engaging in risky behavior might be a perception issue

Share thoughts on articles and participate in polls

How the hunt for nurses with fake diplomas impacts OHS

It’s construction season: Time for a refresher on worksite safety protocols

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