OSHA Releases Details on Deadly Poultry Plant Incident
Six people died and 12 more were injured in a preventable incident at a poultry plant last January. In this episode, editor Sydny Shepard details OSHA's investigation and dives into workplace violence, COVID-19 vaccination mandates and more.... Read more.
Why Wear Anti - Vibe Gloves?
Sustained use of vibrating machinery can lead to severe cases of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome that can be both debilitating and irreversible.... Read more.
Rethinking Your Doors and Hardware
he health and social crises of this past year have increased demand for enhanced safety, accessibility, compliance, and convenience.... Read more.
Safety of Olympic shuttle bus drivers not part of the deal | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
Tens of thousands of shuttle bus drivers brought in to help the Tokyo Olympics run smoothly got a lot less than they bargained for: long hours, lousy accommodation and practically no measures in place to keep them safe from skyrocketing�COVID-19 cases in the capital.... Read more.
The Right to Choose
In late May 2021, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed an executive order banning the state�s government entities�including public schools and universities�from requiring face masks.... Read more.
Governor orders bus safety patrols
Police agencies around Indiana will increase patrols during back-to-school beginning this week to protect students, watching for stop-arm violations and those driving recklessly at bus stops or school zones. Gov. Eric Holcomb said the effort is part of Indiana's Stop Arm Violation enforcement program, or SAVE blitz, which is funded by the National Highway Traffic... Read more.
Challenge Accepted
The recent COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of children to transition to a remote learning environment � far too quickly for many districts to make adequate preparations.... Read more.
#TECH: Oppo flash charge technology takes speed, safety, and intelligence to the next level
KUALA LUMPUR: Global smart device brand Oppo recently held it�s very own Flash Charge Open Day in China. Themed �What�s Next for Flash Charging?� the open day unveiled the most recent achievements from its ongoing research into fast charge technology and the development of its Flash Charge technology solution.... Read more.
Building Your Campus Project
The past school year required campus leaders to think on their feet as they addressed the evolving challenges presented by COVID-19.... Read more.
Combining Innovations for the Perfect PPE
Manufacturers have begun combining the newest innovations and technologies to suit specific applications and industries.?... Read more.
Cutting through the Noise
It is hard to believe that many parts of the country are still in a state of emergency, more than a year after the first pandemic lockdowns began in March 2020.... Read more.
Lockout/Tagout Can Save Lives
As safety professionals,?we need to always consider the electrical issue as it relates to lockout/tagout.??... Read more.
An Essential Access
The past two school years have presented many challenges with virtual classrooms, hybrid programs, and increased hygiene measures being implemented in K-12 and higher learning educational facilities.... Read more.
Industrial Vacuum Cleaner Options for Cleaning Confined Spaces
Heavy duty industrial vacuum?cleaners can?eliminate the need to enter confined spaces for cleaning,?reducing?hazards and?costs in a variety of ways.?... Read more.
An Agile Framework for Occupational Health Mitigation
Occupational hazards require continuous assessment and evaluation to ensure the sustainment of zero hazard occurrences.?... Read more.
Battling Distractions, Peer Pressure and Complacency
Occupational Health & Safety is the industry-leading news magazine, eNewsletter, and website for occupational health and safety professionals focusing on problem-solving solutions, latest news, webinars, and products for the industry.... Read more.
Extending the Perimeter
When the National Center for Education Statistics surveyed schools about security in 2018, it found that most public schools in the United States � 95 percent � reported that they controlled access to buildings during school hours.... Read more.
Tag In Supervisors on Lockout/Tagout Training
In rare instances, procedures like LOTO are overlooked due to blatant disregard.... Read more.
IAR Systems collaborates with NSITEXE to accelerate functional safety development for RISC - V
/PRNewswire/ -- IAR Systems�, the future-proof supplier of software tools and services for embedded development, today announced its partnership with NSITEXE,...... Read more.
Leadership Mindset
High-level leadership has always been a heightened challenge; even more so during these times.... Read more.
China's utilities face rising H2 coal bill as mine safety checks crimp supply
China's coal buyers are bracing for prices to rise in the second half of the year, from already near-record levels, as Beijing's drive to boost domestic mine safety cuts into local output even as booming imports may be reaching their natural limits.... Read more.