Safety Training & Incentives

Why corporate sustainability practices must start at the top

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:25:25 -0400

While many factors have contributed to supply chain hurdles and economic woes, there are clear measures organizations can take to ensure progress toward more sustainable operations.

Preventing flying debris accidents: Strategies for minimizing facial injury risks

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:02:19 -0400

While the presence of risk is unavoidable, it’s how your business addresses hazards that really makes a difference.

BWC awards $5 million in grants for workforce safety innovation projects

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:52:09 -0400

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced the second round of Workforce Safety Innovation Grants awarded to advance worker safety in Ohio.

Free technical report helps employers protect temporary workers

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 10:22:16 -0400

Many businesses are increasingly using temporary workers during the holiday season and throughout the year, making it challenging to provide safe environments without proper planning and guidance.

Understanding and managing freefall distances

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:39:53 -0400

In this article, we'll guide you through the importance of accurately calculating fall distance and maintaining necessary clearance to avoid injuries.

A lockout/tagout guide for maximum safety

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:59:50 -0400

Protecting workers from hazardous energy through Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is a basic safety responsibility, but there are additional steps employers can take that go beyond the basic requirements.

Keeping workers safe at height with horizontal lifeline systems

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 09:17:54 -0400

This article delves into the components of a horizontal lifeline system, their application, and why it's often best to consult with a fall protection expert before making your final choice.

How to implement automation with worker safety in mind

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 11:16:32 -0400

More manufacturers are turning to automation amid ongoing labor shortages and pressure to maximize productivity.

Intertek Alchemy launches lean training library for all levels of the manufacturing workforce

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 11:16:20 -0400

The new Intertek Alchemy frontline worker lean training courses close that gap by training both frontline workers and their managers to understand the “why” behind the “what” of lean manufacturing, encouraging them to adopt and accelerate lean principles.

Avoid hiring your next injury

Wed, 03 May 2023 13:46:25 -0400

The need for a comprehensive and accurate evaluation of prospective employees has never been more crucial. The use of a Post-Offer Employment Test (POET) has increasingly become a critical component of many organizations' hiring processes.

OSHA begins national emphasis program to prevent workplace falls

Wed, 03 May 2023 11:11:30 -0400

BLS data shows that of the 5,190 fatal workplace injuries in 2021, 680 were associated with falls from elevations, about 13 percent of all deaths.

Werner to host 300 safety training events for OSHA Safety Stand-Down

Tue, 02 May 2023 13:26:45 -0400

The 10^th annual OSHA National Safety Stand-Down event is scheduled from May 1-5, 2023, and encourages workplaces to discuss safety, potential fall hazards and the importance of fall prevention.

$10.5M in funding available to support mine safety, health training, education

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:29:17 -0400

MSHA will award these grants as part of its fiscal year 2023 State Grants program.

How to develop a smart manufacturing training program

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 08:48:02 -0400

The increasing reliance on technologies — from AI, IoT, augmented reality and robotics — in manufacturing means more companies need to update their training programs.

Werner, American Ladder Institute host webinar for Ladder Safety Month

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:41:39 -0500

Ladder Safety Month takes place every March to raise awareness of ladder safety and decrease injuries and fatalities caused by ladder misuse.

On-Demand Annual Pass simplifies safety education

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 12:57:17 -0500

For one price, safety professionals receive 12-month access to an online library of content featuring more than 100 courses presented by industry experts.

ASSP publishes third edition of Safety Professionals Handbook

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:14:05 -0500

ASSP recently published the third edition of the “Safety Professionals Handbook,” its flagship book that helps safety professionals expand their knowledge, advance their careers and improve safety at work.

2022 Top 10 OSHA Violations: Fall Protection — Training Requirements

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The OSHA standard on fall protection, training requirements is one of the top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022.

AIHA and dBase Media announce Healthier Workplaces, Healthier Communities Video Series on impact of OEHS Professionals

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:56:09 -0500

Scheduled to premiere in May 2023 during AIHce EXP, AIHA’s annual conference, the series aims to introduce the public to the key role the occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) profession plays in creating healthier workplaces and communities.

New video sticker platform to improve workplace safety

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:58:45 -0500

SpotCast enables instructional and safety videos to be easily embedded on durable QR Code stickers. The sticker is placed on any piece of equipment, and employees simply scan it with their smartphone or tablet and watch the embedded video. No sign-up is required.

OSHA adds and renews Training Institute Education Centers

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:03:16 -0400

OTI Education Centers are non-profit organizations that offer training courses on OSHA standards and occupational safety and health topics to workers and employers across the country.

Understand your jobsite safety climate strengths & weaknesses

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 09:41:22 -0400

Companies of any size or available resources can start their safety climate improvement journey by using one of the system’s two assessments developed by CPWR (with stakeholder input) to either measure their safety climate maturity or conduct a simple needs assessment of the company’s jobsite safety climate across eight leading indicators.

Eye protection training essential for the perfect fit

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Thousands of people are blinded each year from work-related eye injuries. These injuries are due to none or ill-fitting protection.

Final week of discounted rate for SafetyFOCUS

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 18:43:00 -0400

This fall’s SafetyFOCUS immersive education experience from the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) will help occupational safety and health professionals advance their careers and keep workers safe in all industries. But there’s only one week left to secure a discounted rate because early bird registration ends Thursday, Aug. 25.

Let’s debunk common misconceptions about HazCom training

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

We need to abandon the popular misconceptions that compromise the effectiveness of HazCom training programs.

How to choose and maintain the best arc flash clothing for the job

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

All arc flash workwear is flame resistant, but not all FR clothing is qualified to protect you from arc flash hazards.

Top training trends at ASSP Safety 2022 conference

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 08:47:45 -0400

Interviews with training exhibitors at the ASSP 2022 conference reveal these current trends in safety training.

OSHA announces $11.7M in funding for safety, health training

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 08:39:59 -0400

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced $11.7 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants to support training and education for workers and employers. The goal is to help identify and prevent workplace safety and health hazards.

Safety tips for overhead doors in loading zones

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 11:55:47 -0400

Loading zones are high-traffic work areas with many safety hazards. Even for fully-trained employees, bad habits and lapses in best safety practices can be fostered over time — such as using overhead doors without proper caution.

Honeywell enhances immersive field simulator to meet broader spectrum of training and development requirements

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:38:34 -0400

Honeywell announced a new version of its Immersive Field Simulator (IFS) offering, a virtual reality (VR) and mixed-reality-based training tool that incorporates a digital twin of physical plant operations to provide targeted, on-demand, skill-based training for workers.