b Thermal transfer printable tags By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 Thermal Transfer Printable Tags allow users to quickly create clear, professional-looking tags. Full Article
b Portable group lock boxes By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 May 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Now available: enhanced portable group lock boxes made from 430-grade stainless steel to withstand the toughest environments. Full Article
b Retractable cable lockout device By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 The S866 Retractable Cable Lockout Device allows employees to address challenging lockout situations, including gate valve and electrical applications. Full Article
b Lockbox By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 The Ultra Compact Lock Box is ideal for group lockout situations with multiple isolation points and employees performing maintenance activities on industrial equipment. Full Article
b Brass body insulated safety padlock By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 The 74M Insulated Safety Padlock is designed for lockout/tagout applications. Full Article
b Group lock box By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 The Master Lock S3650 Group Lock Box with Wall-Mounting Bracket fulfills unmet group lockout needs through its wall-mounting bracket and locking mechanism, providing facilities with greater control over the movement and placement of lock boxes. Full Article
b Circuit breaker lockout device By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 27 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Available now in S3821, S3822 and S3823 models, Grip Tight Plus Circuit Breaker Lockout Devices allow workers to reliably lock out an even greater range of circuit breaker applications, including on multi-pole breakers, most tie-bar toggle breakers, and molded case or oversized breakers up to 600 volts. Full Article
b Universal ball valve lockout By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
b High-abrasion glove By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Jun 2014 05:00:00 -0400 The Material4X Original High-Abrasion Glove’s synthetic leather outperforms standard synthetic leather gloves and rivals the function and feel of natural leather. Full Article
b Basics of rigging safety By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
b Stay on guard when working with conveyor belts By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0500 When working with conveyor belts, employees should always wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Full Article
b Battery acid hazards By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0500 A variety of safety precautions must be considered when handling batteries and battery acid. Full Article
b Beware of pinch points By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
b Manual material handling and back injuries By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
b What’s rhabdomyolysis, and how can you reduce the risk? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 27 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
b Work boot By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 22 May 2014 06:00:00 -0400 The Work-Tek SABRE work boot features the brand’s Kinetic Management Technology, bio-mechanically engineered to deliver dynamic support that responds to foot movement while providing stability and comfort when standing still. Full Article
b Work boot By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 23 May 2014 01:00:00 -0400 The waterproof CMF6371 6-inch Rugged Flex Boot CT features black oil-tanned leather with a rubber toe and heel overlays, while a Rugged Flex rubber outsole and five layers of cushioning make for all-day comfort on the job. Full Article
b Waterproof work boot By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 23 May 2014 08:00:00 -0400 The Boondock 6-inch Composite Safety Waterproof Work Boot features dual-density Dynamic Anti-Fatigue Technology that absorbs shock and returns energy at key zones of the foot while providing enhanced moisture management for all-day comfort. Full Article
b Mental health in the workplace: Washington L&I launches webpage By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Tumwater, WA — A new webpage offers resources for fostering mental wellness in the workplace and supporting workers who have a diagnosed mental illness. Full Article
b Can a strong ‘working memory’ help prevent on-the-job distraction? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
b Worker burnout and disconnection are widespread, survey shows By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Chicago — A large majority of workers are either burned out or feel ambivalent about their job, results of a recent survey show. Full Article
b Taking ‘Z-drugs’ to help you sleep? FDA says be careful By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
b Knowing that colleagues use mental health benefits may encourage others: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 17 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
b What are the biggest obstacles women face at work? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
b ‘Blowing off steam’ may not be the best way to handle your anger By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 You mad? Skip the venting – it’s not the answer to feeling better, results of a recent study suggest. Full Article
b More stairs, longer life? Researchers find big health benefits By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Fend off heart disease and prolong your life by taking the stairs rather than the elevator, results of a new study suggest. Full Article
b Most family caregivers find it hard to balance those duties with work, survey shows By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — In light of its recent survey of family caregivers that shows 67% struggle to balance work with caregiving duties, AARP is calling on employers to create “friendly and supportive” policies and benefits. Full Article
b Curbing consumption of ultraprocessed foods may improve brain health By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Cutting back on consuming ultraprocessed foods can reduce your risk of a stroke or cognitive issues later in life, according to a recent study out of Massachusetts General Hospital. Full Article
b Stress and loneliness on the job: Who’s most at risk? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Younger workers report feeling lonely and stressed more often than their older colleagues, results of a recent survey show. Full Article
b Study of nurses shows mindfulness can curb stress and improve sleep By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Tampa, FL — Practicing mindfulness each day may help reduce workers’ stress and limit negative thinking on the job. Full Article
b Are CEOs making ‘human sustainability’ a priority? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 New York — Around 4 out of 5 CEOs say they’re under increased pressure from workers, customers, investors and other colleagues to prioritize human sustainability, according to the results of a recent survey. Full Article
b Feeling burned out at work? Get moving, researchers say By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Ann Arbor, MI — Even moderate exercise can help keep workers from feeling burned out, results of a recent study show. Full Article
b Job stress may contribute to A-fib development By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Quebec City — Work-related stress may heighten the risk of developing atrial fibrillation later in life, results of a recent study out of Canada indicate. Full Article
b ‘Touching base’ on mental health can lead to significant improvements: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Philadelphia — Automated text message reminders about a digital mental health platform helped decrease the symptoms of depression and anxiety among health care workers in a recent study from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. Full Article
b Both workers and CEOs face mental health challenges: survey By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Denver — Half of workers have experienced a mental health issue in the past year, results of a recent survey show. Full Article
b Senate bill would provide $10B to fund research on long COVID By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Legislation recently introduced in the Senate would provide $1 billion in mandatory funding per year for 10 years to the National Institutes of Health to support research on long COVID-19. Full Article
b Worker well-being plummets amid stressors: report By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 New York — Worker well-being is “dramatically lower” than in past years, as stress levels related to economic and other concerns remain on the rise, a recent report reveals. Full Article
b New data clearinghouse aimed at advancing worker well-being By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Raleigh, NC — The Health Enhancement Research Organization and the Office for Total Worker Health at NIOSH have teamed up to develop an online portal for safety researchers and employers. Full Article
b Drinking alcohol and sleeping on planes not a heart-healthy combo, study finds By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Do you like to imbibe in a little alcohol on your flight, and then settle in for a nap? German researchers are warning that the combination may be harmful for your heart – especially during long flights. Full Article
b S.T.O.P. Carcinogens at Work: EU-OSHA launches website By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Bilbao, Spain — When carcinogens are present in the workplace, “employers must do everything in their power to prevent workers from coming into contact with them,” the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work says. Full Article
b Weekend catch-up sleep may be good for your heart By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Using the weekend to make up for the sleep you missed during the week could help reduce your risk of developing heart disease, researchers say. Full Article
b Understanding long COVID: Workers’ comp insurer publishes pamphlet for employers By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Albany, NY — People who continue to experience COVID-19 symptoms at least three months after contracting the virus have what’s known as “long COVID.” Full Article
b Sit less to keep back pain at bay, researchers say By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Turku, Finland — Workers who experience back pain can keep it from getting worse by reducing their time spent sitting, results of a recent study by Finnish researchers show. Full Article
b NIOSH initiative focuses on brain health in the workforce By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Optimizing the health and performance of workers’ brains is the goal of a new NIOSH initiative. Full Article
b Burnout among government employees high, study shows By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Arlington, VA — More than 2 out of 5 government workers are feeling burned out, and 86% of them say it’s affecting their health and wellness, according to a recent study. Full Article
b Could artificial light boost shift workers’ sleep and job performance? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Adelaide, Australia — Exposing night shift workers to artificial light on the job may improve their sleep and reduce human error, a recent study shows. Full Article
b Survey asks about 40-hour workweeks, flexibility and stress By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Guaynabo, Puerto Rico — Seven out of 10 workers think employers should reconsider the 40-hour workweek, according to the results of a recent survey from job search website FlexJobs. Full Article
b Delaying diabetes may yield long-term health benefits By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 If you have prediabetes, making positive diet and exercise changes that delay the onset of diabetes “for just four years” can reduce your long-term risk of diabetes-related health problems and death, researchers say. Full Article
b BLS: Nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses decrease in 2023 By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Washington — Workers in private industry experienced fewer injuries and illnesses on the job last year than in 2022, according to Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses data released Nov. 8 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Full Article
b Caregiving for family members takes a toll on workers: report By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Chicago — One out of 5 workers who take a leave of absence to care for others later take leave for a medical condition of their own, results of a new analysis show. Full Article