Sharp and leading edges can damage fall arrest systems designed to catch construction workers when they fall. The lifeline can fray or sever, and the worker may fall further than expected when the anchor is at foot level. Workers should be aware of these risks and adjust their equipment as needed. Construction workers often find…
Read More >>The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has published the concurrent sessions lined up for its signature workplace safety education event this summer at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. More than 200 continuing education sessions will be available to occupational safety and health professionals who attend the Safety 2024 Professional Development Conference and Exposition from August 7-9. In…
Read More >>Last week, Republican majorities in the Florida legislature passed a bill that would ban local jurisdictions from requiring employers to provide water, rest, shade and other workplace protections from extreme heat. Due to ongoing climate change, rising temperatures create serious health risks in both indoor and outdoor work settings. Members of We Count, a National COSH…
Read More >>The towering cranes that dot our cities’ skylines are monumental for progress, but they are also beacons for safety on construction sites. The construction industry—one of the most hazardous work environments—relies on cranes to lift, move, and place heavy materials in new locations. These efforts make crane safety a pivotal concern for workers and project…
Read More >>A look at signaling industry trends. By: Jake Vernon, Contributor Emergency notification systems are critical to plant safety, but can be unwieldy and costly. A number of variables can impact the implementation of an effective signaling system including the size of the facility, the types of alerts that need to be warned for, budget constraints,…
Read More >>How should an employer tackle the task of providing effective safety training? By: Dr. David Stumbo, OHST, CSP, Contributor Note: employer here applies to managers and employees responsible for safety training. I recently investigated an incident in which a skid-steer operator was fatally injured. It was traumatizing for co-workers to witness and tragic for the…
Read More >>Ladder Safety Month is held in March, but safety training is available online all year long. By: Susan Orenga, Contributor There are a host of statistics that paint a picture of why ladder safety training is so necessary. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), ladder deaths accounted for 161 on-the-job fatalities in…
Read More >>Physical barriers are just one aspect of an effective machine guarding solution. Contributed by: Axelent No matter what industry you work in, workplace safety should be a top priority for both employers and employees. Maintaining a secure working environment is essential. It protects the well-being of workers and improves their overall productivity. One aspect of…
Read More >>Eight considerations to keep in mind when adding a safe work platform. Contributed by: Wildeck This first appeared as a blog post on www.wildeck.com/blog. It has been lightly edited for length. Mezzanine platforms offer a wealth of new space for your warehouse without the need to expand your building’s footprint, and can provide considerable cost benefits…
Read More >>Werner, the World leader in ladders and the Official Ladder of NCAA® March Madness®, tipped off Ladder Safety Month on February 29 with ladder safety training events across the country. Recognizing 2024 as a leap year, the Jobsite Safety and Security (JSS) team identified the opportunity to add an extra day to spread the word about…
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