l Honeywell and Chevron collaborate on AI-assisted solutions for refining processes By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Collaboration aims to enhance refining operations and workforce with advanced AI-Assisted technologies, including a new generation of alarm management solutions. Full Article
l PODCAST | Workplace safety at Los Alamos: Home of the atomic bomb By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 10:30:00 -0400 What is it like to be a senior EHS officer at the remote Los Alamos National Laboratory — home of the atomic bomb — in the New Mexico desert? Full Article
l U.S. Chemical Safety Board investigates release of toxic hydrofluoric acid at Honeywell facility By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:00:48 -0400 This is the third serious incident involving the release of HF at the Louisiana facility in the last three years, official says. Full Article
l Advancements in technology are increasing welding safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2024 09:46:20 -0400 As more injuries happen, more welders will be out of commission — and fewer young adults will be interested in entering the field. Full Article
l Balancing efficiency and reducing human error in manufacturing By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:41:41 -0400 Attempting to mitigate human error can negatively impact manufacturing efficiency, and inefficiencies can be almost as expensive and frustrating as the human errors themselves. Full Article
l PODCAST | The future of materials handling By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400 Doug Backinger of Caster Concepts discusses the growing trend of automation and ergonomics in the materials handling industry. Full Article
l Tiny particles, massive threat: The unseen danger of combustible dust By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Aug 2024 09:30:00 -0400 A recent ISHN webinar highlighted the often-overlooked hazard of combustible dust, with expert Mark Hanson detailing the devastating consequences of ignoring this workplace threat. Full Article
l Why is heat top of mind for OSHA, workers and employers? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:23:45 -0400 This new rule from OSHA paired with dangerously high summer temperatures mean that heat safety will continue to weigh heavily for some time to come. Full Article
l The future of industrial safety: How autonomous systems can prevent accidents By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 15:37:22 -0400 Imagine a world where industrial accidents are almost non-existent, where robots, drones and AI-powered technologies work together to create the safest possible work environments. Full Article
l Is your facility at risk due to inadequate electrical testing? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 16:54:08 -0400 Many facilities do not follow best practices when inspecting and maintaining machinery, leading to unnoticed and unmanaged hazards. Full Article
l Exploring chemical risk management and green chemistry By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:30:00 -0400 A recent webinar focuses on chemical risk management, with a particular emphasis on the role of approvals, green chemistry, and hazard communication. Full Article
l Supply chain security in a digital age By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:15:34 -0400 Supply chain businesses need to understand the current risks and establish protocols that reduce both digital and physical vulnerabilities. Full Article
l OSHA: Worker's amputation caused by lack of machine guards By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:30:25 -0400 The OSHA investigation determined that the Texas plant's operator failed to install required machine guards or locking devices, exposing workers to hazardous contact with moving machine parts. Full Article
l What’s your confined space rescue plan? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Learn about the different types of confined space rescue procedures and why it is important to develop an effective confined space rescue plan. Full Article
l A guide to power generation plant safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:21:48 -0400 Power generation plants are essential for meeting the world's energy needs, but they also pose significant hazards to workers. In this guide, we'll briefly explore the top hazards in power generation plants and discuss effective solutions to minimize risks and improve safety. Full Article
l Ground-level changes drive ergonomic, employee-wellbeing improvements By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:28:19 -0400 Whether moving parts to the dock or product down an assembly line, lower push forces mean that employees can move materials quickly with less wear on their bodies and greater productivity. Full Article
l Maintaining worker safety on the packaging line By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:28:22 -0400 Protecting them from on-the-job injuries goes hand in hand with a facility’s success. To maintain productivity levels and revenue, you must minimize workplace hazards. Full Article
l Addressing challenges in lockout tagout implementation By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 May 2024 16:55:24 -0400 This article discusses the most common challenges in lockout tagout implementation, from outdated practices to human behavior. Full Article
l How to prepare employees for safe response to sudden equipment failures By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 May 2024 13:45:22 -0400 Manufacturers can improve workplace safety and minimize unplanned downtime if they know how sudden equipment failures occur and what to do about them. Full Article
l ASSP and SafetyCulture offer new training on mobile devices By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jul 2024 13:39:29 -0400 The mobile training aims to shake up the notion of traditional compliance training, making it widely accessible and highly interactive, even in remote locations. Full Article
l Flipping the script on health and wellness: Prioritizing prevention By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:48:35 -0400 When workers aren’t taking control of their health, it can be quite costly for employers. Here are three tactics for employers to begin utilizing. Full Article
l Study finds workplace safety training for older kids is effective By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 13:32:54 -0400 A recent study shows that teaching older kids about workplace safety can significantly improve their knowledge and attitudes. Full Article
l Shutdown season: Essential maintenance for fall turnarounds and outages By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:30:00 -0400 In today’s dynamic work environments, an increasing number of employees find themselves working alone. Full Article
l Cold stress: Protecting workers in refrigeration environments By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:00:17 -0400 It’s imperative that those working with industrial freezers are able to recognize, treat, and most important prevent cold stress and its potential health impacts. Full Article
l 3 ways mobile devices can improve the accuracy and efficiency of safety audits By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:00:00 -0400 Job safety audits can mitigate the risk of accidents. But many rely on slow processes designed with compliance. Full Article
l Utilizing smart access management technology bolsters security By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Construction site managers and safety managers bear the responsibility of helping to ensure the safety and security of a jobsite and its workers. Full Article
l OSHA: Roofing contractor willfully exposed own children to potentially deadly falls By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:44:19 -0400 The owner of a Liverpool, Pennsylvania roofing company risked the lives of two of his children by exposing them to falls from heights. Full Article
l Unguarded trenches collapsed, trapped, injured workers By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:06:32 -0400 A Boston waterproofing contractor exposed employees to life-threatening cave-ins and excavation hazards at worksites. Full Article
l Construction supervisor pleads guilty to obstructing investigation into workplace death By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:34:48 -0400 One of New York man's employees died after a fall from an improperly secured roof. Full Article
l Think beyond heat to other summer-related safety hazards By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400 During the summer months, many workplaces find themselves dealing not only with heat, but destructive tornadoes, voracious hurricanes, and suffocating wildfire smoke. Full Article
l Summer weather can elevate injury risk By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400 It’s time to increase awareness of the elevated risk of injury and ensure your workers are as safe in the summer months as any other month. Full Article
l AIHA launches mobile app to combat heat stress for outdoor workers By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:27:07 -0400 AIHA is encouraging outdoor workers and employers to participate in the app’s open beta testing phase and provide feedback on its functionality. Full Article
l How to keep your people connected and protected from heat stress By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 16:17:29 -0400 The dangers of working in the heat and its adverse impacts are “predictable and largely preventable,” according to the WHO. Full Article
l PODCAST | The role of technology in enhancing construction safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The construction industry has seen a significant shift towards the use of technology to improve safety management. Full Article
l 7 best practices for walkway protection under scaffolding By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2024 14:56:47 -0400 Fall injuries may be the most obvious scaffold-related hazard, but they’re not the only one. Debris and objects falling from scaffolds can hit passersby underneath. Full Article
l Are you perpetuating lone worker myths? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:30:00 -0400 There are several safety myths around lone worker safety that can harm the wellbeing of those performing their jobs alone. Full Article
l Contractor again fails to protect workers from deadly fall hazards at construction sites By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:14:16 -0400 Wisconsin construction company has failed to correct multiple fall protection hazards, exposing workers to risk. Full Article
l Ways to simplify safety & improve performance By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 If you have an accident, a failure, the easiest thing to do is look whose hand was on the lever. If that is where your root cause analysis stops, that’s a huge mistake,” says Brian Fielkow, JD, CEO of Jetco Delivery, a Houston-based trucking company with more than 100 flatbed and heavy haul trucks. Full Article
l Actively caring for people’s safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500 What does it mean to actively care for people’s safety? Is this the mission of behavior-based safety (BBS)? Let’s understand the difference between “caring” and “acting.” No one wants to see an individual get injured on the job. This is caring. Yet, many workers admit they do not act on their caring by providing behavioral feedback. Full Article
l ISO 45001 safety and health management system standard By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 Experts say 45001 is not easy to apprehend when read as a normal book, especially if you are not familiar with the ISO framework of 9001 and 18001. You have to realize the interconnections between specific clauses. Experts advise finding a good training course to help realize the standard’s full potential. You may also want to consider employing consultancy services to assist. Full Article
l Worker engagement requires enabling workers to speak up By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Most organizations, especially those that manage higher risks, have a “requirement” for the workforce to stop work and get help when they are “unsure.” When you talk to managers, they believe this empowerment is what is needed to get people to stop. Full Article
l What are new view applications? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:15:00 -0400 The New View is fundamentally the application of systems thinking to workplace health and safety. It considers safety an emergent property of the system. So what does that jargon mean? Instead of focusing on an individual thing, the organization steps back and takes a broader view. Full Article
l High-Reliability Operations emphasize error management By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 What is a High Reliability Organization? The work is highly technical and complex, operators require a high level of technical training and certification, and the consequences of error can be catastrophic. Hence, “it has to be done right every time.” Full Article
l Do you have a plan? Protect workers from lung cancer By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Crystalline silica is one of the most common elements on the planet, just behind oxygen. About 2.3 million workers are exposed to it in their workplace. It’s about 100 times smaller than sand and can be found on construction sites in building materials such as concrete, block, stone, sand, and mortar. Full Article
l Critical safety protocols for operating lifting and rigging equipment By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:51:41 -0400 Delve into the critical guidelines and practices underpinning safe industrial operations, along with the potential consequences of overlooking them. Full Article
l When seconds count: Making eyewash stations accessible, responsive and safer By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:34:38 -0400 Recent advances in plumbed permanent eyewash stations are improving the odds of workers walking away from these accidents with their eyes with minimal eye damage. Full Article
l The rebranding and expansion of industrial hygiene By www.ishn.com Published On :: 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. Full Article
l Morgan Stanley predicts 2018 will be tricky for global economies By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Investors will have to be careful next year as potential stalling economies in the U.S. and China, along with rising global inflation and tighter monetary policy, could make for a “tricky” 2018, according to Morgan Stanley. Full Article
l Fenix Light Limited expands into industrial safety market By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 The Fenix brand has successfully entered the major outdoor/military/law enforcement markets, and is sold to more than 100 countries and regions worldwide. With manufacturing based in Shenzhen, China, Fenix creates unique products in a company-owned facility, and exceeds industry standards with additional in-house testing protocols. Full Article
l Kiplinger’s latest forecast for the GDP growth rate By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 The economy rolled on in the third quarter of 2017, growing by 3%, despite the hurricanes that battered the United States during the quarter. Full Article