How can facilities proactively address and mitigate common workplace hazards?

Would a self-retracting lifeline or a shock-absorbing lanyard be the best choice for my workers’ personal fall arrest system?

The Safelex Universal Cable Lockout with Integrated Hasp is a lockout device designed to meet unique industry needs and allow safety professionals to better protect employees from energy releases during equipment maintenance.

Manufacturing facilities have potentially dangerous sources of energy, such as electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic power for equipment that must be locked out when being serviced or when guarding is removed.

Simple and straightforward, the “The Control of Hazardous Energy” lockout/tagout program consists of a 14-minute video demonstrating the major steps required for an effective LOTO program, along with important support materials such as a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, leader’s guide, attendance log and certificates, employee quiz, and a copy of OSHA lockout/tagout regulation 1910.147.

Thermal Transfer Printable Tags allow users to quickly create clear, professional-looking tags.

iLockItOut is the low-cost, OSHA-compliant solution for your energy control program.

When placed near production equipment, or in parts of the facility that regularly undergo maintenance, the S3500 Series can help reduce the amount of time it takes to complete group lockout from start to finish.

The 74M Insulated Safety Padlock is designed for lockout/tagout applications.

The V500 Universal Ball Valve Lockout – created to fit virtually any valve handle size and shape – has an ergonomically shaped rotary handle so the size of the device can be adjusted for lockout purposes.

The Water Fountain ULC 100 Lockout Device is designed to help prevent the spread of viral pathogens.

The KIRK DS Access Interlock is designed to provide increased safety and functionality during lockout/tagout procedures.

Advanced engineering and high-performance fiber technology make the S-TEX 541 the most flexible high-cut-resistant glove around.

FR Mechanics Hybrid work gloves are the ideal combination of protection, ruggedness and comfort.

The SemperGuard Nitrile powder-free industrial glove is designed to provide superior fit and feel without the risk of latex allergens.

The Roll Cage Welding and Rigging Glove delivers complete hand protection for both welding and rigging, eliminating the need for a separate pair of gloves for each task.

TenActiv 18-gauge composite filament fiber level-4 cut-resistant knit with foam nitrile palms work gloves feature 1,617 grams of cut protection.

The high-performance, cut-resistant Memphis Hero series provides higher levels of cut protection without sacrificing comfort.

The Material4X Original High-Abrasion Glove’s synthetic leather outperforms standard synthetic leather gloves and rivals the function and feel of natural leather.

Because hand injuries are so prevalent among U.S. workers – 118,170 private-sector injuries in 2011, according to the 2014 edition of the National Safety Council’s “Injury Facts” – glove manufacturers are working to develop products aimed at reducing those numbers.

By taking basic precautions, workers can safely mix, handle and finish concrete without incident.

Rigging – when workers prepare equipment to be lifted by cranes, hoists or other material-handling machinery – is a common work process on shipyard and construction sites, among others. Performing rigging operations safely is critical.

Mishandling compressed gas cylinders – which can have internal pressure of up to 2,500 pounds per square inch – can be disastrous.

When working with conveyor belts, employees should always wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

A pinch point is “any point at which it is possible for a person or part of a person’s body to be caught between moving parts of a machine, or between the moving and stationary parts of a machine, or between material and any part of the machine,” states the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Lifting objects or manually handling materials puts workers at risk for back injuries. More than 111,000 such injuries requiring days away from work were recorded in 2017, according to Injury Facts, an online database created by the National Safety Council.

Whenever muscle damage occurs – whether it’s the result of a work-related incident, heat exposure, overuse or other cause – rhabdomyolysis can follow. Also called “rhabdo,” the condition develops when damaged or dead muscles break down and release cell contents into the blood, according to NIOSH.

Puncture wounds, sprained ankles and broken toes are just some of the injuries that can result from handling empty skids and pallets. With about 2 billion pallets circulating in the United States, according to the U.S. Forest Service, the Texas Department of Insurance offers tips to material handlers to help them avoid injury. 

Liquid nitrogen is the colorless, odorless, clear liquefied form of nitrogen. It can be extremely dangerous to work around.

Is steel strapping used at your worksite? The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services calls the straps “a useful way to keep rolls of sheet metal from unwinding while it is being transported, and for binding or reinforcing wooden crates and other boxes that contain heavy objects.”

FootRests High Energy Footwear has a multi-layer cushioning system that places the cushion layers next to the foot for better comfort.

Whether you are an industrial worker or someone who needs extra stability in winter conditions, All Purpose Traction Aids will provide you with the confidence you need when working in icy and snowy conditions.

With a smooth leather upper, cushioned Skechers Memory Foam footbed and non-slip rubber traction sole, the Relaxed Fit Eldred SR casual lace-up sneaker is EH Safe rated (ASTM F2413-05).

Diamond Grips from ICEtrekkers provide aggressive traction for all winter walking conditions.

The TREX 6315 Strap-On Heel Ice Traction Device uses a corrosion-resistant steel heel plate secured to the boot with heavy-duty webbing that can be adjusted for a snug, secure fit.

Determining proper fit for safety footwear can be daunting.

Not sure you’ll remember the right rate for giving CPR compressions? Shake it off, calm down and turn on some Taylor Swift.

Washington — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched a Heat and Health Initiative to help protect workers from dangerous conditions.

Tumwater, WA — A new webpage offers resources for fostering mental wellness in the workplace and supporting workers who have a diagnosed mental illness.

Ann Arbor, MI — “Working memory” may play a key role in helping workers avoid getting distracted, results of a recent University of Michigan and Google study suggest.

Chicago — A large majority of workers are either burned out or feel ambivalent about their job, results of a recent survey show.

Taking prescription medicines known as “Z-drugs” for insomnia may lead to complex sleep behaviors, overdose, injury and – in rare cases – death, the Food and Drug Administration cautions in a recent alert.

London — People who are aware that their co-workers are using employer-provided mental health benefits may be more likely to use them too, researchers say.

New York — Increased stress, long hours and apprehension about disclosing mental health concerns are some of the most pressing challenges affecting women in the workplace, according to a new report.

You mad? Skip the venting – it’s not the answer to feeling better, results of a recent study suggest.

Fend off heart disease and prolong your life by taking the stairs rather than the elevator, results of a new study suggest.

Rancho Cordova, CA — More than 4 out of 5 Generation Z employees say they’re working longer hours – and most say their eye health is suffering as a result.

Exercises that make you “huff and puff” – including running, cycling and swimming – provide a level of cardiorespiratory fitness that can lead to a longer, healthier life, Australian researchers claim.

The use of flavored e-liquids in vaping devices may lead to the formation of nearly 300 different harmful substances, results of a recent study out of Ireland suggest.

San Diego — Opioid use related to workers’ compensation claims decreased nearly 10% in 2023, marking one of the largest drops the workers’ comp industry has seen in years, according to a new report.