Powered hand drills can save workers a lot of time on the job, but caution is called for to avoid serious injuries.

Although many chainsaws now come equipped with safety features, workers still need to be trained on proper use of the tool.

Before you pick up that nail gun, do you know how to use it safely?

Commonly used by construction workers, cut-off saws “can be extremely dangerous because unguarded blades operate at very high speeds,” the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations cautions. The agency has created a list of do’s and don’ts.

Washington – Dog bites, falls and vehicle collisions were the leading causes of injuries among U.S. Postal Service employees in 2012, according to a Government Accountability Office report released Sept. 26.

Washington – OSHA on April 1 released its final rule on electric power generation, transmission and distribution; and electrical protective equipment.

Utility linemen face a variety of on-the-job hazards. From high-voltage contact and confined spaces to working at height and exposure to inclement weather, what’s being done to promote a culture of safety within the industry?

Telework can offer plenty of benefits for employers and employees alike. But how can companies promote safety for workers who are out of sight, working from a home office? Learn some tips from safety professionals, human resources directors and other telework experts.

Solitary work is a fact of life in many industries. How do organizations ensure safety for employees they cannot see? Safety experts and government officials offer advice on protecting lone workers.

In some organizations, the safety team consists of one person. What challenges does this create? How does a safety professional avoid feeling isolated and keep up with important trends when he or she is all alone? Three safety pros weigh in.

The definition of the gig economy is far from clear-cut, but experts agree that the ranks are growing – raising questions about who is responsible for gig workers' on-the-job safety and health.

Darien, IL — Fatigue and sleepiness are inherent safety risks for ridesharing drivers and their passengers, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine declares in a recent position statement.

Wearable technology offers EHS pros another way to help employees stay safer and healthier. But with its potential comes concerns.

Tumwater, WA — The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has published guidance on a new state law intended to protect workers in the hospitality industry from sexual harassment and assault.

Experts on NIOSH’s Total Worker Health approach hosted a webinar exploring the “opportunities and complexities” of sensor technology.

Washington — Location geofencing is the subject of the latest white paper from the National Safety Council’s Work to Zero initiative

Washington — New fact sheets from NIOSH are intended to help workers at gas stations and convenience stores – and their employers – reduce the risk of violence on the job.

Mount Vernon FR and Carhartt have launched the Carhartt Flame-Resistant Extremes Arctic Outerwear Line, which offers wind resistance, durability, warmth and comfort to workers in extreme weather conditions – without added weight or bulk.

This 5.3-Ounce Fabric is the lightest solution-dyed FR fabric on the market with a CAT 2 protection rating. Every ounce of weight and every ounce of protection can make all the difference when a flash fire or arc flash occurs.

The Technical Field Shirt keeps outdoor workers protected from bugs and the sun due to EPA-registered insect-repellent technology that repels mosquitoes, ticks and other pesky bugs.

The Elements Flak Jacket features an innovative fusion of Polartec’s Wind Pro and patented HardFace FR fabrics.

The SK-4 is a versatile safety cutter featuring a heavy-duty spring-loaded blade that self-retracts the instant the blade loses contact with the cutting surface.

The Slice Smart-Retract Utility Knife combines a patented ceramic blade with the next advancement in safety features: smart-retract technology.

The patented, American-made Lewis K710 Locking Safety Knife has a fixed-blade design that allows two-stage definitive cutting depth unavailable with retractable blade knives.

Does your knowledge of safety knives make the cut? Here, an industry insider shares his thoughts on new technology, how employers can help prevent misuse and what workers must understand.

Danatec’s Electrical Safety Training System NFPA 70E Online Training focuses on workplace electrical safety and the application of industry-accepted best practice consensus-based standards to effectively manage arc flash and electrical shock hazards.

Designed to work inside IDEAL Tuff-Grip Pro cases, S-Class fish tape now features a non-conductive and non-arcing eyelet tip to minimize the possibility of injury from contact with electricity.

This value pack includes the all-nylon Voltclaw-12, the industry’s first nonconductive wire control tool, and the nonconductive to 1,000V Voltclaw Multi-Gauge.

Cementex Belt Pouch Tool Combinations feature tools intended for safe use in arc fl ash environments.

The Greenlee REEL-X Line of Electrical Fish Tape is engineered to eliminate the biggest problems in traditional fish tape designs: fighting binds and jams in the tape, which can strain the shoulders and wrists of workers.

BRBe is an electric wheel brake for electric overhead travel- ing cranes at ports and steel mills, as well as other heavy-duty applications.

The ChekVolt allows you to test for absence of voltage and provides voltage presence LED indication – all without opening enclosure doors.

The Super-Safeway portable ground fault circuit interrupter is available in various voltages on 20A circuit and has earned the IP69K rating – the highest level of protection against the penetration of high-pressure, high-temperature water and dust.

It’s important to be on the lookout for hazards throughout the day.

The most common summer pest? The mosquito. A dozen of the more than 200 types found in the United States and its territories can spread viruses such as West Nile, Zika and chikungunya to people, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Driving in foggy conditions can mean reduced visibility behind the wheel, which can lead to motor vehicle crashes.

Los Angeles – Better laws and more resources are needed to protect workers throughout the country, several safety advocates said in an April 23 teleconference sponsored by the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health.

Albuquerque, NM – Many farm laborers in New Mexico face unsafe working conditions, according to a recent report from the New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty.

Washington – A coalition of advocacy groups is calling for the U.S. Department of Agriculture to restart the rulemaking process on a proposed poultry rule and address worker safety concerns.

Rockville, MD – Several construction industry trade associations have formed a coalition in response to OSHA’s proposed rule on crystalline silica.

Los Angeles – Safety laws need strengthening, more regulations need to be issued, and workers should be better educated on job hazards and rights, a new resolution from the AFL-CIO declares.

Washington – OSHA is supporting the efforts of the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety in promoting National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 15-21.

Sacramento, CA – Legislation intended to prevent California employers from retaliating against immigrant workers who report unsafe or unfair working conditions awaits the governor’s signature.

Washington – The Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety has announced its opposition to any increases in federal truck size and weight limits due to concerns about alleged flaws in an upcoming government study on the increases.

Washington – Federal oversight of the oil and gas extraction industry should be rethought and potentially changed to a model used in regulating the coal mining industry, one workplace safety advocate said following the release of the AFL-CIO’s annual “Death on the Job” report.

New York – A new report claims 42 percent of workers surveyed in New York City’s food manufacturing industry have been injured on the job.

Arlington, VA – The American Trucking Associations has filed formal comments urging the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to swiftly issue a mandate for commercial truck drivers to use electronic logging devices.

Washington – Industrial safety in the United States has fallen behind other countries, putting workers’ lives at risk, according to a report from Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility.

Washington – A group of safety advocates is calling for forward collision avoidance and mitigation braking systems, or F-CAM, to be required in all trucks and buses to help prevent deadly rear-end crashes.

Despite the downward trend in workplace fatalities, safety advocates are calling for stepped-up efforts to protect workers.