Industrial Hygiene

Navigating the New Era of Combustible Dust

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:57:22 -0400

In advanced manufacturing, the dust doesn’t need to pile up like snowdrifts to become a problem. Sometimes all it takes is a microscopic cloud, the wrong spark, and a few seconds of bad luck.

EHS Pros Should Have Ethical Duty to Understand All Laws Regarding Worker Safety

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act final rule includes an industrial hygienist because an IH’s observations and skills are rooted at the workplace. IHs are trained to use the hierarchy of controls to achieve reasonable accommodation for pregnant workers.

The Industrial Hygiene Law Project Redux

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Views of a “renegade” industrial hygiene faction believe that the AIHA is more than just an obstacle to the success of the PWFA.

The Right Filter Strategy for Manufacturing Companies

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

The need for effective extraction and filtration technology is not only a matter of corporate responsibility, but also a legal requirement.

Occupational Health Risks Rise as Homes Age

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

From harmful building materials to poorly ventilated systems, older homes demand a closer look if you want to live safely within them. Here’s a breakdown of the most critical hazards, supported by global data and best-practice guidance.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Combustible Dust Protection

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Every year, combustible dust fires and explosions continue to claim lives, injure workers and cause extensive property damage.

Professional Growth: Occupational Safety or IH?

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Occupational safety and industrial hygiene — which one should be emphasized for your professional growth in the coming years?

Real-Time Chemical Analysis is Transforming Toxic Exposure Risk Management

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

The rising demand for chemical analysis tools has led to the development of new technology, which allows managers to move from reactive detection to proactive.

Combustible Dust Can Be Catastrophic

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Despite increased awareness and regulations, primary and secondary explosions due to accumulated dust are still occurring.

Keeping Lone Workers Safe: How Connected Gas Detection Saves Lives

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Modern advancements in connected gas detection and automated alerting have redefined what it means to protect lone workers.

How to Improve Industrial Indoor Air Quality in Industrial Facilities

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400

The following guide on boosting IAQ in industrial settings can help building owners understand the kinds of actions to take to ensure occupational safety.

Navigating NFPA 660: A Unified Standard for Combustible Dust Safety

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:57:08 -0400

Combustible dust hazards remain one of the most persistent—and preventable—causes of catastrophic industrial incidents.

Streamline Your Gas Detection

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Unexpected gas detector failure created by inefficient gas detectors cost thousands to tens of thousands of dollars each year.

Decoding Dust: How to Identify and Mitigate Hazards Related to Explosions

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Dust explosions don’t just damage equipment — they injure workers, destroy facilities, and cost lives.

Breathe Easy: Understand the Role Dust Collectors Play in Maintaining Safe Industrial Facilities

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

There is no one-size-fits-all in dust collection, and effective systems are sized according to specific process requirements.

How to Customize Gas Detectors for Optimal Safety in the Oil and Gas Industry

Mon, 19 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Each day, oil and gas workers face a gauntlet of life-threatening hazards that demand constant vigilance.

First-hand perspective: IH practice offers door to opportunities

Tue, 13 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

An industrial hygienist who became a medical student discusses why he chose psychiatry and how industrial hygiene helped him succeed in his current path.

The Chemistry of Chemical Compliance

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Whether you're dealing with hazardous or non-hazardous waste, how you handle, store and dispose of it can make all the difference.

The Critical Role of Gas Monitoring

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:30:00 -0400

On average, two workers lose their lives each week due to incidents in confined space environments.

How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Worksites

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500

As temperatures drop, the increased use of equipment and heating systems heightens the risk of carbon monoxide buildup.

How to Choose the Right Packaging for Chemical Safety and Compliance

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:15:54 -0500

In this helpful guide, we’ll explore the key factors in selecting the right packaging solutions to keep your chemicals safe, secure and in line with industry standards.

Is Industrial Hygiene Disappearing or Merely Changing?

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:29:26 -0500

I wrote an article for ISHN called “Is industrial hygiene as you know it disappearing?” The answer is yes, industrial hygiene is disappearing — as a term, not as the traditional practice.

The Dangers of Workplace Dust: Why it’s Crucial to Prioritize Air Quality

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Addressing the dangers of dust is not only essential for regulatory compliance but also for the health and well-being of employees.

Fellowes IAQ Monitoring System

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:30:00 -0500

IAQ system monitors air quality.

Preventative respiratory protection: How to control and monitor airborne hazards

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:30:00 -0500

Implementing a respiratory monitoring and control regime can protect workers from harmful levels of exposure to airborne substances.

Donaldson Launches 3 New Compact Dust Collectors

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 11:21:55 -0500

Designed specifically for the metal fabrication industry.

Focus on employee support for more effective cleaning outcomes

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:18:50 -0500

Adopting a more personalized design approach to cleaning equipment will help facility maintenance teams build operational resilience, deliver better and safer cleaning outcomes and protect employees.

The rebranding and expansion of industrial hygiene

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we discuss how the industrial hygiene professional has evolved over the years as well as AIHA’s rebranding, and even AI as it relates to safety.

NIOSH announces phase 3 winners of the Respirator Fit Evaluation Challenge

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:15:14 -0400

The Challenge was a three-phase, $350,000 competition aimed at improving respirator fit evaluation.

Taking respiratory protection to a higher level

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:30:00 -0400

The hierarchy of controls for respiratory protection is a system designed to minimize or eliminate exposure to airborne contaminants.