News from the Safety Industry
NSC, NCCCO Foundation Report on the Role of Technology in Crane Safety
Published: Thursday October 3rd 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New technologies, such as proximity sensors and drones, may significantly reduce the risks and hazards faced by crane operators and improve safety in the crane industry.
How to Choose Between Self-Retracting Devices and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards for Personal Fall Arrest Systems
Published: Wednesday October 2nd 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Self-Retracting Devices (SRDs) and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards (EALs) serve different functions in personal fall arrest systems, with factors such as mobility, cost and maintenance influencing their use in various work environments.
How to Design Comprehensive Safety Training Programs Tailored for an Aging Workforce
Published: Wednesday October 2nd 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Tailored safety training programs for older workers can enhance workplace inclusion, improve safety and maximize the value of their experience in the workforce.
How Electrolyzed Water Can Be Integrated into Facility Cleaning Practices to Improve Worker Safety
Published: Tuesday October 1st 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This safe and effective alternative to toxic cleaning chemicals can help protect your staff as well as your bottom line.
OSHA Announces FACOSH Meeting on October 17
Published: Tuesday October 1st 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The public is invited to attend the online session, which will address the health of federal employees.
Standing Strong: How Ergonomic Innovation Transformed Workplace Safety
Published: Monday September 30th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Ergonomic innovations, particularly the implementation of custom insoles, improved workplace safety, reduced physical discomfort, and increased productivity at a large manufacturing facility.
MSHA Finds 253 Violations During August 2024 Impact Inspections
Published: Monday September 30th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency inspected 14 mines, identifying 72 significant and substantial violations as well as 11 unwarrantable failures across 10 states.
Study Finds Exosuit Technology Eliminates Warehouse Back Injuries
Published: Friday September 27th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A new report shows exosuits led to zero back injuries across 280,000 hours of work in multiple distribution centers.
DOL Awards $12.7 Million in Workplace Safety Training Grants
Published: Friday September 27th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The grants will support workplace safety education and training initiatives for high-risk and underserved workers.
FGIA Panel Addressed Fenestration Safety Products
Published: Friday September 27th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Experts at the 2024 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Fall Conference discussed trends in ballistic glass, school security and blast-resistant windows.