ee ZING Green Safety Products By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 29 May 2015 00:44:00 -0400 RecycLockout® Lockout/Tagout Kits: ZING Lockout/Tagout Kits protect people and the environment with their heavy-duty recycled components. Kits are available in pouches, belt kits and tool boxes with a variety of options that include pad-locks, tags, ties, hasps, valve, breaker or plug lockouts. Think ZING® for all your eco safety product needs. Click here for more information from ZING Green Safety Products Full Article
ee NIOSH study highlights urgent need for hearing conservation in utility sector By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati — Utility workers have the highest occurrence of hearing loss among noise-exposed workers in all industries, results of a recent NIOSH study show. Full Article
ee Infographic: ‘Hands-free is not risk-free’ By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0400 A recent National Safety Council poll found 80 percent of drivers believe hands-free cell phones are safer than handheld phones. Full Article
ee Most food industry employees work when ill, survey finds By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 Austin, TX – A majority of food industry employees go to work when sick, according to a new survey commissioned by training and consulting company Alchemy Systems. Full Article
ee 7 tips for an effective workplace safety committee By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Feb 2017 00:04:00 -0500 Safety+Health shares seven tips from veteran safety professionals Carl Potter and Richard Hawk on making safety committee meetings more enjoyable. Full Article
ee Get ready for the National Safety Stand-Down: Free resources available By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — NIOSH, OSHA and the Center for Construction Research and Training – also known as CPWR – are offering a number of free online resources to help employers prepare for the sixth annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, set to take place May 6-10. Full Article
ee Freeze-protected showers By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Jul 2015 00:01:00 -0400 Built to withstand winter extremes, these freeze-resistant showers keep an internal water temperature above 50° F. Full Article
ee Keep safety in mind when working outdoors By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 01 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400 Outdoor workers can be exposed to various hazards – including poisonous plants, stinging insects and venomous snakes – that can cause health problems ranging from slight discomfort to a serious allergic reaction. Experts offer advice on to help keep these workers safe. Full Article
ee Lyme disease risk on the rise as more states see spike in cases: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Secaucus, NJ — Lyme disease is becoming more common outside the Northeast and more prevalent in the United States overall, a recent study by lab services provider Quest Diagnostics shows. Full Article
ee Work safely in the heat: What you need to know By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Heat-related illnesses accounted for 783 worker deaths and nearly 70,000 serious injuries in the United States from 1992 to 2016. And in 2018 alone, 3,950 workers experienced days away from work as a result of nonfatal injuries and illnesses from on-the-job heat exposure. Full Article
ee FACE Report: Roofer falls 30 feet from rain-slick roof By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 21 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 A 45-year-old roofer died after he fell 30 feet from a rain-slick roof of an apartment building under construction. Full Article
ee Keep workers hydrated By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Proper hydration is essential for preventing heat-related illnesses. Full Article
ee Dust explosion in China illustrates need for OSHA standard, CSB chief says By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – A deadly metal dust explosion in China offers a fresh reminder of combustible dust hazards, which the United States should address through an OSHA standard, Chemical Safety Board Chairman Rafael Moure-Eraso said in a statement released Aug. 5. Full Article
ee OSHA releases fact sheets on combustible dust, farm emergencies By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – Two new fact sheets from OSHA provide information intended to protect workers from combustible dust explosion hazards and agricultural emergencies. Full Article
ee Annual ‘Roadcheck’ to focus on truck and bus wheel ends By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Greenbelt, MD — Inspectors across North America will examine braking systems, lights, tires and other commercial motor vehicle components May 17-19 during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual International Roadcheck. Full Article
ee Operation Safe Driver Week set for July 10-16 By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Greenbelt, MD — Law enforcement officials will keep an extra-close eye out for commercial and passenger vehicle drivers who are distracted behind the wheel during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week, scheduled for July 10-16. Full Article
ee Fall-related deaths and injuries in construction spur OSHA weekend inspection initiative By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Denver — Deaths and serious injuries resulting from falls in the construction industry in recent years have prompted OSHA to launch an initiative to inspect worksites across Colorado’s Front Range, Montana and South Dakota on weekends, “when many employers typically do not monitor their jobsites well.” Full Article
ee Speeding tops list of most cited violations during Operation Safe Driver Week By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Greenbelt, MD — Law enforcement officials issued more than 26,000 citations and warnings to passenger-vehicle, truck and bus drivers during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week. Full Article
ee OSHA disagrees with many findings in recent DOL OIG audit report By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — OSHA’s Field Operations Manual needs an update so the agency can “better address complaints and referrals,” the Department of Labor Office of Inspector General says. Full Article
ee Operation Safe Driver Week to kick off July 9 By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Greenbelt, MD — Law enforcement officials will target speeding and other unsafe driving behaviors July 9-15 during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week. Full Article
ee Speeding tops list of ticketed violations during Operation Safe Driver Week By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Greenbelt, MD — Law enforcement officials issued more than 10,000 citations and warnings combined to passenger-vehicle, truck and bus drivers during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week. Full Article
ee ‘Dangerous driving’ is the focus of Operation Safe Driver Week By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Greenbelt, MD — Law enforcement officers will have an eye out for reckless, careless or dangerous driving July 7-13 during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week. Full Article
ee Employee engagement By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 As labor markets tighten and operations become leaner, what are some strategies for recruiting and retaining top talent? Full Article
ee Construction Safety: Protecting Workers When They Need it Most By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500 Not all construction risks can be completely eliminated, so leaders must prevent injury and loss by understanding the specific hazards of various jobsites and providing the proper personal protective equipment for worker tasks. Full Article
ee Preparing employees for emergency situations By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Do your employees know what to do in the event of a fire or a tornado? What about a nearby chemical spill or a gunman in the building? Ready.gov, a FEMA website aimed at educating people about preparing and responding to emergencies, urges all employers to train workers on evacuation, sheltering and lockdown procedures. Full Article
ee The importance of training new employees By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 27 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Safety and health training should begin as soon as employees are hired, the National Safety Council states, because workers generally will be open to ideas and information about how their new organization operates. Full Article
ee Create a volunteer first aid response team for your workplace By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Aug 2022 00:04:00 -0400 Thinking about creating an in-house first aid response team? Here are five tips for getting started. Full Article
ee OSHA Safety Training Basics: What You Need to Know By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400 This free white paper contains useful tips and insights from J. J. Keller experts to help you understand the training requirements that apply to your organization. It covers important topics such as OSHA expectations, refresher training, recordkeeping and more. Full Article
ee Create a safety committee By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Does your workplace have a safety committee? If not, the new year is the perfect time to get one started. Full Article
ee Share the Facts on Foot Protection at Your Next Safety Meeting By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 30 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Keeping workers comfortable and productive on the job often starts with taking care of their feet. Download a free training presentation to start sharing foot safety facts with your crew at your next safety meeting. Full Article
ee Get involved: Safe + Sound Week By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Safe + Sound Week is intended to recognize the successes of workplace health and safety programs and offer information and ideas on how to keep workers safe. Full Article
ee Stay safe after it snows: Tips for injury-free shoveling By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0500 Parts of the country have experienced record-breaking snowfalls in 2015. With snow, comes shoveling – which can lead to a variety of injuries. Full Article
ee Keep indoor workers safe from cold temperatures, too By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 “Workers – both indoors and outdoors – in services, transportation, agriculture, construction and other industries may be exposed to environmental cold stress that can lead to thermal discomfort, and in some cases even severe injuries, illnesses or death,” NIOSH warns. Full Article
ee Employee wellness By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400 Poor eating habits and lack of physical activity are the major contributing factors to being overweight or obese in the United States, according to the World Health Organization. If people made the choices to eat better, engage in more physical activity and quit smoking, at least 80 percent of all heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes – and up to 40 percent of cancer – could be prevented, WHO says. Full Article
ee Tips for avoiding shift-work sleepiness By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Shift work may be a fact of life for many U.S. workers, but the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation warns that such work can have serious repercussions. Full Article
ee Do you have shift work sleep disorder? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Maybe you played games on your phone or tablet late into the night, or, as midnight approached, couldn’t help but watch one more episode of your favorite show. Whatever the case, many people head into work tired. But for some shift workers – people who perform their jobs outside the traditional 9-to-5 time frame – excessive fatigue at work may indicate something more serious. Full Article
ee Feeling stressed at work? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Do you regularly feel overwhelmed, anxious or stressed at work? You’re not alone. Full Article
ee Are you getting enough sleep? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Jun 2018 00:01:00 -0400 Although it’s recommended that adults get seven to nine hours of sleep a night, NIOSH notes that multiple factors may contribute to workers being sleep-deprived. Full Article
ee ‘Presenteeism’ and ‘leavism’: Bad for workers, bad for business By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Anyone who has gone to school or has a job has probably heard the term “absenteeism.” But what about “presenteeism” and “leavism”? Although not as widely talked about, both presenteeism and leavism can have serious health and safety repercussions for both workers and employers. Full Article
ee Eating at your desk? Keep it safe By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Do you regularly eat at your desk? If so, you’ll want to make sure to “give bacteria the pink slip the next time you desktop dine,” the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says. Full Article
ee Feeling stressed at work? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Increased workloads, long hours, layoffs, work-life balance – these are just some of the reasons why you might be feeling stressed at work. And you’re not alone: Results of a survey conducted by the American Psychological Association in January show that 84% of U.S. adults were experiencing at least one emotion associated with prolonged stress, including anxiousness, sadness and anger. Full Article
ee Keep your vision healthy By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Imagine for a moment that you’ve lost your ability to see, or that your sight has been significantly impaired. It’s a scary thought. However, you can take simple steps – starting today – to help keep your vision healthy, the National Eye Institute says. Full Article
ee Help employees eat healthy at workplace events By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Rewarding employees with pizza may be a popular way to celebrate a workplace success, but it isn’t exactly the healthiest choice. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says employers should “encourage healthier food and beverage choices at workplace meetings, conferences, parties and other events.” Full Article
ee Help shift workers get better sleep By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Night shift workers typically get one to four fewer hours of sleep a day than day shift workers, the American College of Chest Physicians says. Full Article
ee Carpet layers: Take it easy on the knees By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400 Carpet layers spend approximately 75 percent of their workday kneeling, according to NIOSH estimates, putting a significant amount of pressure on their knees. Compared with workers who rarely kneel, NIOSH found that carpet layers have high frequencies of bursitis of the knee – fluid buildup requiring knee aspirations, skin infections of the knee and a variety of other knee disorders. Full Article
ee Keep safe lifting a priority By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 27 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Lifting and carrying objects is common for many workers across the country. But training is important. If performed improperly, lifting and carrying items can lead to injuries. Full Article
ee Keep ergonomics in mind at work By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 May 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Are you lifting objects correctly? If not, you could be at risk for an ergonomics-related injury, such as a sprain or strain, back injury, or repetitive-motion injury. Full Article
ee What you need to know about MSDs By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Work-related musculoskeletal disorders – also referred to as repetitive motion or repetitive strain injuries – are a group of painful conditions that affect the muscles, tendons and nerves. According to the Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety, workers can develop an MSD from bending, gripping, straightening, holding, twisting, or reaching with their arms and hands. Full Article
ee Keep older workers healthy and productive By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Nearly 20 percent of the U.S. workforce is older than 65, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. By 2020, 1 in 4 American workers will be older than 55. Full Article
ee Keep your workday free of ergo issues By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400 “Our bodies are very good at giving us warning signs when something needs to change,” NSC says. “We just need to be willing to listen and take action.” Full Article