Image courtesy of: WUT789 (iStock / Getty Images Plus) Strategies, news and trends for EHS professionals, including workplace safety, PPE issues, and more. Looking for suppliers? See our Buyers’ Guide https://www.ishn.com/rss/2230-environmental-health-and-safety en-us Kay Yoder, Senior Vice President of EHS at Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, shares how she manages safety across an expansive North American footprint. Kay Yoder, Senior Vice President of EHS at Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, shares how she manages safety across an expansive North American footprint.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115434 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:45:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115434-how-southern-glazers-integrates-ehs-into-corporate-culture 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. 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.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115431 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:01:50 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115431-why-underperforming-dust-collection-systems-put-facilities-at-risk Human, AI, and Organizational Performance (HAOP) does not replace HOP. It extends HOP to two more performers: the organization, which HOP left implicit, and the AI, which is new. Human, AI, and Organizational Performance (HAOP) does not replace HOP. It extends HOP to two more performers: the organization, which HOP left implicit, and the AI, which is new.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115424 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:27:52 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115424-the-third-performer 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. 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. 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115421 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:45:49 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115421-2016-2026-aihas-outgoing-ceo-charts-changes-and-issues New AI capability transforms legacy safety documentation into actionable digital EHS workflows in minutes, bringing operational intelligence to the frontline, New AI capability transforms legacy safety documentation into actionable digital EHS workflows in minutes, bringing operational intelligence to the frontline,

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115399 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:20:06 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115399-novara-accelerates-ai-powered-safety-workflows-with-launch-of-form-agent-in-flex Global strategic alliance pairs EHS, lone worker, and crisis management software with field advisory expertise to help organizations improve safety, response, and resilience Global strategic alliance pairs EHS, lone worker, and crisis management software with field advisory expertise to help organizations improve safety, response, and resilience

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115398 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:15:41 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115398-ecoonline-and-js-held-partner-to-strengthen-business-resilience-amid-broadening-workplace-risk 75% of EHS professionals report leadership attitudes toward EHS have become more strategic; AI emerges as the top force reshaping the future of EHS 75% of EHS professionals report leadership attitudes toward EHS have become more strategic; AI emerges as the top force reshaping the future of EHS

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115396 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:28:37 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115396-new-velocityehs-benchmark-report-reveals-ehs-is-rapidly-evolving-from-compliance-function-to-strategic-business-driver With warming trends now documented across 41 states and heatwaves occurring at roughly twice the frequency seen in the 1960s, an issue that used to be limited to certain seasons is now emerging as an ongoing occupational risk. With warming trends now documented across 41 states and heatwaves occurring at roughly twice the frequency seen in the 1960s, an issue that used to be limited to certain seasons is now emerging as an ongoing occupational risk.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115393 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:11:50 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115393-managing-workplace-heat-risk-osha-requirements-for-employers Adverse health conditions tied to psychosocial risk hazards may contribute globally to more than 840,000 worker deaths annually, according to the International Labor Organization (ILO). Adverse health conditions tied to psychosocial risk hazards may contribute globally to more than 840,000 worker deaths annually, according to the International Labor Organization (ILO).

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115392 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:55:38 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115392-how-to-recognize-and-reduce-non-physical-hazards-is-total-worker-health-the-answer The honors recognize outstanding contributions to mentorship and leadership development within the environmental health and safety (EHS) profession. The honors recognize outstanding contributions to mentorship and leadership development within the environmental health and safety (EHS) profession. 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115387 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:24:23 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115387-assp-foundation-recognizes-leaders-advancing-next-generation-of-safety-professionals As global supply chains face increased scrutiny, food plants are looking to hygienic plastic pallets to drive cleaner, safer and more efficient operations. As global supply chains face increased scrutiny, food plants are looking to hygienic plastic pallets to drive cleaner, safer and more efficient operations.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115381 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115381-the-role-hygiene-plays-in-food-manufacturing-applications A two-year Chemical Safety Board investigation reveals a series of lapses. This case study provides OSH professionals with a roadmap to prevent such massive failures A two-year Chemical Safety Board investigation reveals a series of lapses. This case study provides OSH professionals with a roadmap to prevent such massive failures

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115384 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:36:48 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115384-it-was-just-sugar-catastrophic-safety-failures-in-louisville Recognized for his exceptional leadership and technical expertise, Wyatt Bradbury talks about modern indicator-based safety strategies and advocating for inclusive safety standards. Recognized for his exceptional leadership and technical expertise, Wyatt Bradbury talks about modern indicator-based safety strategies and advocating for inclusive safety standards.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115374 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115374-shifting-from-compliance-to-maturity-a-conversation-with-assps-2026-safety-professional-of-the-year-wyatt-bradbury Adequate preparations by chemical facilities is critical to ensure the safety of workers, emergency responders, and surrounding communities. Adequate preparations by chemical facilities is critical to ensure the safety of workers, emergency responders, and surrounding communities.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115365 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:10:30 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115365-chemical-safety-board-urges-chemical-companies-to-prepare-for-hurricane-season Honeywell’s Columbus OH32 manufacturing site has received OSHA Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star Status Honeywell’s Columbus OH32 manufacturing site has received OSHA Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star Status

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115359 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:19:49 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115359-honeywells-columbus-manufacturing-site-receives-osha-vpp-status Psychological and psychosocial safety are two different things. Psychological and psychosocial safety are two different things. 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115358 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:08:43 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115358-most-workplaces-measure-psychological-safety-ignoring-psychosocial-risks Research highlights steady progress yet ongoing challenges with compliance, comfort, and fit affecting worker safety. Research highlights steady progress yet ongoing challenges with compliance, comfort, and fit affecting worker safety.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115355 Fri, 29 May 2026 12:02:08 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115355-isea-and-j-j-keller-release-2026-ppe-pain-points-study-results As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Clare Epstein of Vector Solutions spoke to ISHN about why mental health is so important as part of workplace safety initiatives. As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Clare Epstein of Vector Solutions spoke to ISHN about why mental health is so important as part of workplace safety initiatives.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115352 Thu, 28 May 2026 13:26:18 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115352-mental-health-awareness-linked-to-workplace-safety-initiatives Scott Woestman, Group Vice President of Public Sector at Sphera, talks about how the company has been working with NASA and the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the DoD, to modernize how they handle hazardous materials. Scott Woestman, Group Vice President of Public Sector at Sphera, talks about how the company has been working with NASA and the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the DoD, to modernize how they handle hazardous materials.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115348 Wed, 27 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115348-intelligent-software-is-modernizing-hazmat-management-at-nasa-and-the-dod On-the-job psychosocial risk factors may contribute to more than 800,000 worker deaths globally each year due to cardiovascular disease and mental health disorders, according to recent research. On-the-job psychosocial risk factors may contribute to more than 800,000 worker deaths globally each year due to cardiovascular disease and mental health disorders, according to recent research.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115340 Thu, 21 May 2026 13:57:58 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115340-psychosocial-hazards-linked-to-more-than-800-000-worker-deaths-annually While looking forward to future improvements, it is worth thinking about current safety, continuity, and professional reputation. While looking forward to future improvements, it is worth thinking about current safety, continuity, and professional reputation.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115337 Wed, 20 May 2026 14:40:47 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115337-how-to-leave-a-job-the-right-way-an-ehs-perspective Indoor environments shape how people think, feel and perform. However, indoor air quality (IAQ) is often an underestimated factor in occupational wellness. Indoor environments shape how people think, feel and perform. However, indoor air quality (IAQ) is often an underestimated factor in occupational wellness.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115336 Tue, 19 May 2026 10:03:11 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115336-indoor-air-qualitys-hidden-impact-on-workplace-productivity-and-cognitive-performance Promoting “good headspace” means workers are in a healthy, productive mindset to manage thoughts and emotions. Promoting “good headspace” means workers are in a healthy, productive mindset to manage thoughts and emotions. 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115335 Tue, 19 May 2026 09:09:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115335-osha-discusses-good-headspace-improving-mental-health-and-wellbeing “Our profession's ethics canons — duty to workers, scientific integrity, transparency, independent professional judgment — get harder, not easier, when AI is in the loop." “Our profession's ethics canons — duty to workers, scientific integrity, transparency, independent professional judgment — get harder, not easier, when AI is in the loop."

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115334 Tue, 19 May 2026 09:04:04 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115334-how-ai-tests-ehs-professional-ethics Most safety conversations today focus on people, procedures, and training. And they should. But there’s a growing risk in modern operations that doesn’t get enough attention Most safety conversations today focus on people, procedures, and training. And they should. But there’s a growing risk in modern operations that doesn’t get enough attention

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115333 Fri, 15 May 2026 15:36:06 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115333-the-next-safety-incident-may-start-between-your-systems While many think reusable packaging is just a "green" choice, it can also be a strategic asset for navigating federal regulations and tight margins. While many think reusable packaging is just a "green" choice, it can also be a strategic asset for navigating federal regulations and tight margins.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115328 Wed, 13 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115328-podcast-the-hidden-asset-in-your-supply-chain Fall of ground refers to the unexpected collapse or detachment of rock from the roof, sidewalls, or face of an underground excavation. Fall of ground refers to the unexpected collapse or detachment of rock from the roof, sidewalls, or face of an underground excavation.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115327 Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115327-what-is-fall-of-ground-in-underground-mining Procedural changes can alter the isolation requirements for a machine, but maintenance work orders rarely trigger a corresponding update to the LOTO procedure. Over time, the gap between what the procedure says and what the machine actually requires grows. Procedural changes can alter the isolation requirements for a machine, but maintenance work orders rarely trigger a corresponding update to the LOTO procedure. Over time, the gap between what the procedure says and what the machine actually requires grows. 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115325 Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115325-why-your-lockout-procedures-stop-matching-reality-within-12-months The gap between awareness and action is not a training problem, but instead a culture problem. Culture problems always require a different set of tools than a refresher training course or a revised work procedure. The gap between awareness and action is not a training problem, but instead a culture problem. Culture problems always require a different set of tools than a refresher training course or a revised work procedure.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115308 Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115308-the-progression-problem-why-safety-programs-stall-and-how-to-move-workers-forward Enthusiasm for AI accompanied by caution, as 90% of safety professionals agree guardrails are needed. Enthusiasm for AI accompanied by caution, as 90% of safety professionals agree guardrails are needed.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115305 Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115305-national-safety-council-and-wolters-kluwer-enablon-report-finds-adoption-of-ai-growing-rapidly-among-ehs-pros