This article explores the top five questions when searching for hazardous materials and occupational safety information. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and OSHA regulations. We...
Ladder-related incidents and OSHA citations related to ladder safety are discussed in this article. Ladder safety tips include choosing the right ladder, inspecting it, securing it, climbing it...
This text discusses fire prevention and mitigation through the use of fire extinguishers. It outlines the different types of fire extinguishers available and how they work to remove one of the...
Radon exposure can cause serious health risks, including lung cancer, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. Testing for radon is essential for detecting its presence in homes and buildings. Several...
Keeping workers safe in the workplace is your number one priority and your legal obligation under OSHA regulations. Even your best efforts sometimes aren’t enough, and an employee may become ill...
OSHA has updated the requirements for labeling hazardous chemicals under its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). As of June 1, 2015, all labels will be required to have pictograms, a signal word,...
Management of fatigue and workplace safety A fatigued person is someone who is physically or mentally worn out. Fatigue plays a significant factor in many incidents, whether on the job or at...
As of June 1, 2015, the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) will require pictograms on labels to alert users of the chemical hazards to which they may be exposed. Each pictogram consists of a symbol...
Seven safety tips for new supervisors You were just promoted to a supervisor's position. That's great, congratulations! Perhaps one of the most critical aspects of your job is setting an...
Every October, the U.S. Department of Labor releases a list of the most frequently cited OSHA standards from the past fiscal year (October to September). The sad fact is that the list doesn't...
Why is an incident prevention strategy so important? One significant contributor to serious incident illness or fatalities (SIIF) is an organization's lack of effective incident prevention...