KEEPING CURRENT
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What’s the Story with OSHA Drone Inspections?
Last year, OSHA authorized its regional offices to use unmanned aircraft systems (UAS or “drones”) during workplace inspections. Anxiety-provoking headlines quickly emerged, including: “What’s That Buzzing Overhead? Don’t Get Stung by OSHA’s Safety...
read moreProtecting temp workers
Safety remains a challenge for this often-vulnerable segment of the workforce Regina Allen Elsea was two weeks away from her wedding day on June 18, 2016. The 20-year-old was a temporary employee for an Alabama auto parts manufacturer, and on that day she...
read morePreventing Ladder-Related Accidents and Ladder Safety Month
I really thought we would have flying cars by now. Growing up watching cartoons like the Jetson’s or movies like Back to the Future, we were led to believe that everyone would be flying around with jetpacks and hoverboards. Unfortunately, no one has...
read moreWhich injured workers are more likely to receive opioid prescriptions? Study explores
Cambridge, MA — Injured workers who are older, employed by organizations with smaller payrolls and in counties where more people have health insurance are more likely to receive opioid prescriptions, according to a recent study from the Workers...
read moreWorkplace Violence Prevention: Plain Talk and No Emotion are Key to Communication
Most organizations have some form of workplace violence prevention plan in place. However, that is only the first step. EHS, security, or HR personnel may not know how to effectively communicate this plan to employees, or how to appropriately communicate...
read moreNIOSH Reveals Its Most Popular Resources for Employers and Workers
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) announced the most accessed resources on its blog, social media accounts, and website during 2018. Employers, workers, and the public can find evidence-based safety and health resources on...
read moreHazard Communication Strategies for Success
Environmental, health, and safety (EHS) managers must be constantly aware of the numerous and ever-changing chemicals that are present at their facility, as each chemical presents unique risks to the workforce and other onsite personnel. Seemingly innocent...
read moreHigher OSHA Penalties Now in Effect!
OSHA’s final rule to increase its civil penalties by approximately 2.5% for 2019, with a new maximum single-violation penalty for willful and repeat violations of $132,598, has been published in the Federal Register and took effect immediately on January...
read moreOSHA shares fall prevention resources ahead of National Safety Stand-Down
Washington — To help employers prepare for the sixth annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, set to take place May 6-10, OSHA is offering free compliance assistance resources online. Falls are the leading cause of worker...
read moreResolving to stay safe in the new year
Planning ahead for 2019 can help ensure safety for you and your loved ones. By Tammy Franks, National Safety Council program manager for home and community safety A new year is upon us, and while many people resolve to lose weight or quit smoking (laudable goals, to...
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