News from the Safety Industry
ASSP Updates Motor Vehicle Safety Standard for Fleet Management
Published: Friday October 18th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The ASSP has revised a key standard to improve fleet safety practices and reduce motor vehicle crashes.
Brasfield & Gorrie Transitions to Type II Head Protection for Workers
Published: Thursday October 17th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The construction firm has adopted enhanced helmets to reduce head injury risks.
Exoskeletons in Construction and Heavy Industries: Can They Really Handle the Tough Jobs?
Published: Thursday October 17th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Exoskeletons hold great potential for improving safety and reducing injuries in construction and heavy industries, but challenges like compatibility, adoption resistance, and cost concerns must be addressed through structured implementation and collaboration.
Siemens Acquires Danfoss Fire Safety to Strengthen Fire Safety Focus
Published: Thursday October 17th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Siemens aims to enhance its fire suppression technology and accelerate the company's shift toward sustainable solutions.
Answering Your Questions on OSHA’s 2024 Final Rule
Published: Wednesday October 16th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
OSHA's 2024 HazCom final rule introduces updates to chemical classification, labeling and safety data sheets.
Honeywell and Chevron Team Up to Improve Refinery Safety with AI
Published: Wednesday October 16th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The collaboration aims to develop AI-assisted solutions that enhance safety and efficiency in refining operations.
The Air We Breathe: Using Personal Protective Equipment to Keep It Safe
Published: Tuesday October 15th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Technological advances throughout the 20th century to today have made possible the elimination of many hazards in the workplace. For those situations where exposure to hazards is unavoidable, the use of PPE is a literal lifesaver.
The Real Culprits Behind Road Accidents: Understanding and Changing Driver Attitudes
Published: Tuesday October 15th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Beyond skills and knowledge: how attitudes and risk tolerance influence driving safety.
Minimizing Retraining, Error and Injury with Powder Conveying
Published: Tuesday October 15th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Vacuum conveyors for bulk powder and solids transfer reduces the need for repeated enforcement and training for respiratory, ergonomic, fall and combustible dust safety.
Connected Safety: Gas Detection & Monitoring’s Next Frontier
Published: Tuesday October 15th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Connected monitoring helps facilitate immediate identification and response to potential hazards, improves accident prevention, and enhances compliance and safety.